Bernard S. Johnson
About Bernard S. Johnson
Bernard S. Johnson is a lawyer based in Shreveport, LA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2012. Bernard S. Johnson is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Shreveport, Louisiana
- Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
- Commercial Litigation
- Commercial Transactions / UCC Law
Current Firm: Cook, Yancey, King & Galloway, A Professional Law Corporation
Education: Louisiana State University, J.D., graduated 1977 and Yale University, BA, graduated 1974
Location: Shreveport, LA
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