About Johnson Law Firm
Aggressive, local representation for personal injury and DUI defense in Woodbridge and Prince William County.
Meet Your Attorney
James Johnson
Attorney at Law (Not in Practice)
When someone else's negligence turns your life upside down, or when you are facing a serious DUI charge, you need more than just legal advice. You need a fighter.
After earning his undergraduate degree from James Madison University, Mr. Johnson went on to earn his J.D. from George Mason School of Law. Attorney Johnson returned to law school for an LLM in Tax and Estate Planning from the University of Alabama School of Law.
That combination of courtroom experience and advanced legal training means clients get an attorney who can handle both the fight and the details.
Johnson Law Firm is a locally owned practice serving Woodbridge and the surrounding Prince William County communities. We built our reputation on clear communication, honest assessments, and aggressive representation when it matters most.
Unlike large firm "mills" where your file is passed between paralegals and case managers, every client here works directly with their attorney. We intimately know the local courts, the judges, and the prosecutors in Prince William County.
Virginia State Bar
Admitted 2007
NHTSA SFST
Nationally Certified Instructor
Education & Credentials
B.A. Undergraduate
James Madison University
Undergraduate degree laying the foundation for a career in law.
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
George Mason University School of Law
Law degree with a focus on litigation and client advocacy.
LLM – Tax & Estate Planning
University of Alabama School of Law
Advanced legal training combining courtroom skill with financial and estate detail.
NHTSA Certified Field Sobriety Test Instructor - U.S. Department of Transportation
James Johnson holds one of the most powerful credentials a DUI defense attorney can have: he is a Nationally Certified Instructor in Standardized Field Sobriety Tests (SFST) under the program administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). That means he is literally qualified to teach police officers how to properly administer field sobriety tests to drivers and how to evaluate a driver's performance to determine whether they are impaired. When Johnson Law Firm defends a DUI case, they review the officer's technique with the same expert eye police academy instructors use in the classroom and they know exactly where errors occur, what deviations from protocol look like, and how those errors affect the validity of the test results.
Of Counsel
Miles Franklin
Of Counsel - Johnson Law Firm
Virginia State Bar, Member #96976
MDF@JLFva.comAttorney Miles Franklin serves as Of Counsel to Johnson Law Firm, contributing additional legal experience and depth to the firm's representation of clients throughout Prince William County and Northern Virginia.
A Virginia native and resident of Prince William County, Miles places an emphasis on zealously advocating for his clients' best interests. Recognizing that there is no "one-size-fits-all" solution in legal representation, he ensures that every client's unique circumstances are heard and respected. His approach is built on treating clients with dignity while tirelessly working to achieve the best possible outcome.
Miles earned his Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from Virginia Tech and his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the American University Washington College of Law. Before obtaining his law license, he served in the Virginia Army National Guard as a paralegal, advising commanders and navigating the complexities of the military legal system.
Additionally, his background in public health policy includes serving as a Senior Consultant at Deloitte, where he championed health equity initiatives for Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries in underserved communities.
Professional Associations
- • Virginia State Bar (Member #96976)
- • The Virginia Bar Association
- • American Bar Association
- • Northern Virginia Black Attorneys' Association
Education & Background
- • J.D., American University Washington College of Law
- • B.A., Virginia Tech
- • Veteran, Virginia Army National Guard
Proudly Serving Haymarket and Surrounding Communities
Johnson Law Firm represents clients throughout Haymarket and the broader Prince William County area. If you're not sure whether we cover your location, call us. We serve a wide area and will tell you directly.
Personal injury cases are handled in Prince William County and Fauquier County courts. DUI defense cases are prosecuted in Manassas General District Court and Prince William County Circuit Court. Attorney Johnson practices in all of these venues regularly.
Our Approach to Your Case
Direct Communication
You won't be handed off to a junior associate or case manager. You deal directly with Attorney James Johnson from day one.
Local Knowledge
We practice extensively in Prince William County. Knowing the local judges, prosecutors, and court staff gives our clients a distinct advantage.
Aggressive Litigation
We prepare every case as if it will go to trial. Insurance companies and prosecutors know we don't back down, which often leads to better settlements and plea deals.