J. Lawson Johnston
Pittsburgh, PA
Trusted general attorney serving Pittsburgh.
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J. Lawson Johnston is an attorney based in Pittsburgh, PENNSYLVANIA. The practice focuses on General and Workers Comp.
- Based in
- Pittsburgh, PENNSYLVANIA
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- General · Workers Comp
- Handles General and Workers Comp matters from Pittsburgh, PENNSYLVANIA.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Railroad Law (Pittsburgh) (2015).
About J. Lawson Johnston: J. Lawson Johnston is an attorney based in Pittsburgh, PENNSYLVANIA. The practice focuses on General and Workers Comp.
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Practice focus
J. Lawson Johnston represents clients in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.
Biography
About J. Lawson Johnston
J. Lawson Johnston is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Railroad Law and Workers' Compensation Law - Employers.
J. Lawson, who practices law in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, has been recognized since 2013. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which J. Lawson is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Credentials
Education
Duquesne University
J.D. · 1974
Recognition
Awards & honors
Lawyer of the Year — Railroad Law (Pittsburgh)
2015
Best Lawyers in America — Railroad Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Employers
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Defendants
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation
2026
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What areas of law does J. Lawson Johnston practice?
J. Lawson Johnston focuses on General and Workers Comp.
Where is J. Lawson Johnston located?
J. Lawson Johnston primarily serves clients in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with an office at 444 Liberty Avenue, Suite 1000.
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