Brian Johnson
About Brian Johnson
Brian Johnson is a lawyer based in Salt Lake City, UT and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2020. Brian Johnson is recognized in the following practice area:
- Salt Lake City, Utah
- Commercial Litigation
Current Firm: Strong & Hanni
Education: University of California Hastings College of the Law, Juris Doctor, graduated 1980 and Brigham Young University, Bachelor of Science, graduated 1977
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
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