Micheline Kelly Johnson
About Micheline Kelly Johnson
Micheline Kelly Johnson is a lawyer based in Atlanta, GA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2012. Micheline Kelly Johnson is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Copyright Law
- Entertainment Law - Motion Pictures and Television
- Patent Law
- Trademark Law
Current Firm: Smith, Gambrell & Russell LLP
Education: Vanderbilt University, J.D., graduated 1986, Vanderbilt University, MBA, graduated 1986, and Spring Hill College, BS, graduated 1982
Location: Atlanta, GA
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