Steven Johnson

Steven Johnson was born in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and has established a formidable legal career in civil litigation. A graduate of Augustana College, he earned his degree Magna Cum Laude in 1973. Continuing his education, he graduated from the University of South Dakota School Of Law in 1976, where he was inducted into the Thomas Sterling Honor Society and contributed to the South Dakota Law Review. Today, Steve frequently lectures at the South Dakota School of Law, sharing his expertise with aspiring legal professionals.

Steve's professional affiliations are extensive, including membership in the American College of Trial Lawyers, the International Trial Lawyers Association, the American Board of Trial Advocates, and the Association of Trial Lawyers of America, where he has presented at national meetings.

In leadership roles, Steve served as the past president of the South Dakota Trial Lawyers Association and was honored as South Dakota Trial Lawyer of the Year in 1990. His legal prowess is further recognized by his inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America for over a decade, specifically for his work in products liability and civil litigation.

Focusing on civil litigation, Steve specializes in franchise litigation, products liability, and medical malpractice. His successful career includes recovering more than $100,000,000 for his clients, establishing him as one of South Dakota's most successful attorneys.