Brendan Johnson

Ranked in 2 Practice Areas

Band 1

Litigation: General Commercial

South Dakota

3 Years Ranked

Band 2

Native American Law

USA - Nationwide

9 Years Ranked

About

Provided by Brendan Johnson

USA

Practice Areas

An aggressive advocate, Mr. Johnson has spent his career trying cases, deposing hostile witnesses, and cross-examining experts. His courtroom advocacy led Shared Hope International, an organization dedicated to abolishing human trafficking, to describe Mr. Johnson as a “force of determination, initiative and skill…” Together, his unique background and skill set power his ability to guide clients to solutions that serve not only their legal interest, but also to safeguard their reputation in high stakes litigation. When summarizing the impact of Mr. Johnson’s career with the Justice Department, former Attorney General Holder stated that, “As a lawyer and as a leader, Brendan has set a standard of excellence that will not soon be surpassed. Particularly with regard to public safety challenges on tribal lands, he has served as a key advisor to senior Justice Department officials-including me.”

Career

United States Attorney for the District of South Dakota from 2009 to 2015.

Personal

University of Virginia School of Law, J.D. (2001).

University of South Dakota, B.S. (1998).

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Guide to the USA

Litigation: General Commercial - South Dakota

Band 1

Individual Editorial

Brendan Johnson is a seasoned practitioner who has significant experience of handling high-profile civil rights disputes. He has particular expertise in American Indian law.

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Native American Law - USA - Nationwide

Band 2

Individual Editorial

Brendan Johnson maintains a strong market presence for his work representing clients in complex litigation surrounding issues such as opioids, tribal sovereignty and tribal lending.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Brendan has been able to accommodate our needs. We get results quicker and we know it's because of him. We feel very lucky.

Litigation: General Commercial respondent
Chambers Guide to the USA

Brendan Johnson has a tremendous personality and is a powerful advocate.

Litigation: General Commercial respondent
Chambers Guide to the USA

What makes Brendan stand out is that he cares very much for the client. He always keeps in mind what's in their best interest.

Litigation: General Commercial respondent
Chambers Guide to the USA

Brendan has such excellent judgment. He has such a good idea of what's going to sell and what'll be persuasive and he does it in a slow, methodical, easy-to-understand way. It's natural talent.

Litigation: General Commercial respondent
Chambers Guide to the USA

Brendan is fantastic and is a huge help for his clients. He's so well connected in the Indian community and gets results very quickly.

Native American Law respondent
Chambers Guide to the USA

Brendan is an awesome person who cares about his clients.

Native American Law respondent
Chambers Guide to the USA

Brendan cares very much for his clients, and always keeps in mind what's in their best interests. He also works incredibly hard and is very smart.

Native American Law respondent
Chambers Guide to the USA

Brendan is an excellent advocate and problem-solver.

Native American Law respondent
Chambers Guide to the USA

Brendan is a fantastic strategist with a track record of achieving good results for his clients.