John P. Johnson

John P. Johnson, is a highly skilled attorney practicing at Cooke Demers, located in New Albany, Ohio. With a primary focus on Family Law, Mr. Johnson provides dedicated legal representation to clients in New Albany, Columbus, and Central Ohio, handling various matters, including divorce, child support, custody disputes, post-divorce modifications, and spousal support.

Having obtained his law license in 1993, Mr. Johnson brings decades of experience to Cooke Demers. Prior to entering private practice, he served as an assistant attorney general for Ohio for two years. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Ohio Wesleyan University, and earned his law degree from Capital University Law School. Notably, he is board-certified in family relations law by the Ohio State Bar Association, a testament to his exceptional expertise.

Throughout his career, Mr. Johnson has successfully litigated numerous cases at the state and appellate levels. While Family Law remains his primary focus, he also possesses extensive experience in other legal areas, including business, criminal, employment, and entertainment law. This diverse background enables him to effectively represent individuals and businesses in cases involving discrimination, wrongful termination, misdemeanors, drunk driving, and traffic offenses. 

Recognized for his exceptional legal skills, Mr. Johnson has received various awards and honors. He holds the esteemed AV Preeminent* rating, the highest possible rating from the peer review organization Martindale-Hubbell. Moreover, The CEO Magazine has acknowledged him as one of the top lawyers in central Ohio.

Actively engaged in the legal and professional communities, Mr. Johnson maintains memberships in several esteemed organizations, including the Columbus Bar Association, the Ohio State Bar Association, the Central Ohio Association for Justice, and the Ohio Association for Justice. He also serves as a board member, legal officer, and adviser for the Ohio Warriors Scholarship Fund.

*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards, and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Rating™ falls into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.