I am an aggressive Southern California Defense attorney. My areas of expertise include Criminal, Domestic Violence, DUI & DWI, Juvenile Law, and White Collar Crime matters.
With over 15 years of experience, I approach each case with great care and without judgment. I am dedicated to fighting for my clients' rights and freedom.
A native of Southern California, Irvine has been my home for more than 10 years. I am committed to the local community, and serve as an Irvine Community Services Commissioner.
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
California
Since 2003
District of Columbia
Since 2009
Professional Experience
Current
Johnson Criminal Law Group
Education
2003
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
J.D.
Honors: Awarded Archie A. Gorfinkle Award for Most Outstanding Graduate Entering the Field of Criminal Defense.
2000
Pitzer College
B.A. | Sociology
Awards
year - Lauren Kelly Johnson
Super Lawyers Rising Star
Super Lawyers
Lauren Kelly Johnson
Top Women Lawyer in Southern California
Los Angeles Magazine
Contacts
Johnson Criminal Law Group19200 Von Karman Ave #400 Irvine CA 92612Telephone: (949) 622-5522Fax: (949) 622-5511
Orange County Criminal Defense Attorney, Lauren K. Johnson, speaking about crimes related to drugs including: Drug possession, drug manufacturing, drug transportation, and drug distribution.
If you, or someone you know, are charged with a crime related to drugs, contact the Law Office of Lauren K. Johnson immediately.
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Orange County criminal defense attorney, Lauren K. Johnson, speaking about the crime of domestic violence. Topics include: defenses to the charge of domestic violence, domestic violence investigation, and consequences to a domestic violence charge.
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Southern California criminal defense attorney, Lauren K. Johnson, speaking about the consequences of driving under a suspended license, defenses for driving under a suspended license, and legal causes for a license suspension.
If you, or someone you know, have been charged with driving under a suspended license, contact the Law Office of Lauren K. Johnson immediately.
Irvine Criminal Defense Attorney, Lauren K. Johnson, speaks about the crime Petty Theft. If you or someone you know has been cited for petty theft, contact the Law Office of Lauren K. Johnson immediately.
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