Alexander Johnson
About Alexander Johnson
Alexander Johnson is a lawyer based in Des Moines, IA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2023. Alexander Johnson is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Des Moines, Iowa
- Banking and Finance Law
- Mortgage Banking Foreclosure Law
Current Firm: BrownWinick Law Firm
Education: Drake University, J.D., graduated 1999
Location: Des Moines, IA
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