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Raleigh Litigator, Jim Johnson, Granted Fellowship in the Litigation Counsel of America

The Raleigh criminal defense and litigation firm of DeMent Askew Johnson & Marshall is pleased to announce that James T. Johnson has been granted Fellowship to the Litigation Counsel of America (LCA).

The LCA is an honorary society whose invitation-only membership is limited to just 3,500 Fellows nationwide, representing less than .05% of American lawyers. Prior to being invited into Fellowship, nominees are evaluated for effectiveness, accomplishment in litigation, and ethical reputation. “It is a high honor to be granted Fellowship to the Litigation Counsel of America. Jim very much deserves to be found among their ranks,” says Rusty DeMent, the firm’s managing partner.

Jim Johnson is a veteran Tar Heel lawyer with a passion for client service. He possesses more than a quarter-century of trial experience and courtroom success to his clients. A deep south native raised in Raleigh, Jim is a 1992 graduate of UNC School of Law at Chapel Hill and holds his undergraduate degree from Duke. He is an AV Preeminent Peer Rated Lawyer by Martindale Hubbell and is recognized by North Carolina Super Lawyers.

Established in 1968, our trial lawyers represent clients in the areas of criminal and DWI defense, personal injury, malpractice, and negligence, as well as property, wills, estates, and trusts. A second-generation firm, DeMent, Askew & Johnson is a beacon of stability. We have been centrally located on the top floor of 333 Fayetteville Street in downtown Raleigh for more than five decades. Find out more about the firm and how we can help you at www.dementaskew.com.

Author Bio

Ryan Brown

J. RUSSELL W. DeMENT III
RALEIGH CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYER

Russell W. “Rusty” DeMent III is a trial lawyer and managing partner at DeMent Askew Johnson & Marshall. A former Wake County Assistant District Attorney, he brings decades of courtroom experience to defending serious criminal charges in both state and federal courts, including DWI, violent crimes, and drug offenses.

Regularly recognized in Best Lawyers in America, Super Lawyers, and Business North Carolina’s Legal Elite, Rusty is a Fellow of the National College for DUI Defense and the Litigation Counsel of America. His legal insight and calm command in high-stakes cases make him a trusted advocate across North Carolina.

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My case was a particularly a hard one. Rusty and his team fought hard to receive the best judgment possible. They never told me anything I wanted to hear, actually quite the opposite. They let me know exactly what they could do for me and tried their hardest. I would recommend this law office to anyone who is looking for great counsel.

Curt H.

I HIGHLY recommend DeMent Askew to anyone seeking legal aid. Mr. DeMent helped me through a couple situations and from the first time I met with him until it was over he gave me his utmost attention and always made sure he listened. This is not a chain law firm that is just out to get your money, they really do care about the the

Kimball T.

Mr. Johnson and everyone at DeMent Askew went above and beyond in their handling of our case. They genuinely cared for the well-being of my husband and my family. I have used them for other legal matters as well, and would definitely recommend them to anyone with any type of personal injury case, no matter how serious.

Holly P.

I want to thank Mr. DeMent for helping me out with my DWI case. I was truly not very optimistic in my chances with my case, but on the day of my trial Mr. DeMent vigorously argued in my favor that the officer did not have probable cause for my arrest. I truly appreciate his efforts in saving me from a DWI conviction and

Eric J.

My case was a particularly a hard one. Rusty and his team fought hard to receive the best judgment possible. They never told me anything I wanted to hear, actually quite the opposite. They let me know exactly what they could do for me and tried their hardest. I would recommend this law office to anyone who is looking for great counsel.

Curt H.

I HIGHLY recommend DeMent Askew to anyone seeking legal aid. Mr. DeMent helped me through a couple situations and from the first time I met with him until it was over he gave me his utmost attention and always made sure he listened. This is not a chain law firm that is just out to get your money, they really do care about the the

Kimball T.

Mr. Johnson and everyone at DeMent Askew went above and beyond in their handling of our case. They genuinely cared for the well-being of my husband and my family. I have used them for other legal matters as well, and would definitely recommend them to anyone with any type of personal injury case, no matter how serious.

Holly P.

I want to thank Mr. DeMent for helping me out with my DWI case. I was truly not very optimistic in my chances with my case, but on the day of my trial Mr. DeMent vigorously argued in my favor that the officer did not have probable cause for my arrest. I truly appreciate his efforts in saving me from a DWI conviction and

Eric J.

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