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Biography
Stephen M. Johnston is not just an attorney; he's your advocate, your defender, and your ally. With a deep-rooted commitment to the Pueblo, Colorado, community, Stephen brings over two decades of experience to his clients. No matter what your needs may be, Attorney Johnston is prepared to fight for you.
Education
- University of Wyoming College of Law
- J.D. (2002) | Law
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- Honors: Order of the Barrister, Summa Cum Laude
- Activities: Trial and appeal competitions.
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Professional Experience
- Managing Member
- Johnston Law Firm, LLC
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- Litigation of Workers' Compensation, Personal injury, Criminal and social security cases.
- Managing Member
- Johnston Law Firm, LLC
- - Current
- Litigation of Workers' Compensation, Personal injury, Criminal and social security cases.
- Municiple Court Judge
- City of Fowler
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- Associate Attorney
- Hassler Law Firm, LLC
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- Litigated and resolved workers' compensation, personal injury, criminal and social security cases.
- Associate Attorney
- Koncilja and Koncilja
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- Worked as an attorney on Workers' compensation, Personal injury and criminal cases.
- Assistant County Attorney
- Albany County Attorney's Office
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- Worked as a prosecuting attorney.
Awards
- Recognizing Excellent in the Legal Profession
- Elite Lawyer
- Excellence in Workers Compensation Law
- Lawyers of Distinction
- Recognizing Excellent in the Legal Profession
- Elite Lawyer
- Excellence in Workers Compensation Law
- Lawyers of Distinction
Professional Associations
- State Bar of Colorado
- Member
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- Colorado
- Colorado Supreme Court
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Fees
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Free Consultation
Free Consultation -
Contingent Fees
I don't get paid unless you get paid.
Practice Areas
- Workers' Compensation
- Personal Injury
- Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
- Social Security Disability
- Criminal Law
- Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
Languages
- English: Spoken, Written
Legal Answers
- Q. What are my options when it comes to a closed work comp case?
- A: Your best bet is a new FCE. Your primary care can actually modify your work restrictions. You might try going to a different doctor.
Keep in mind that your previous employer is under no obligation to rehire you.
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