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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.

Areas of practice

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

Locations

Office locations

Main office

444 Liberty Avenue, Suite 1000

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15222-1225

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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.

  • Is J. Lawson Johnston a verified attorney?

    J. Lawson Johnston's profile is listed but has not yet been claimed by the attorney. Verification status is pending.

  • How can I schedule a consultation with J. Lawson Johnston?

    You can book a consultation through LawyersListed directly from this page. Initial outreach can also be made by phone at 412-281-7272.