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Joshua C. Johnson

Joshua C. Johnson

Partner | Roanoke

Phone

Fax

email

jjohnson@michiehamlett.com

Team Members:

Holly McGowan: (540) 524-2006

“I love practicing construction law because I am passionate about helping people who build things. I am inspired by the creativity, ingenuity, and hard work of the people in the construction industry, and I am committed to helping them achieve their goals.”

Practice Areas

Practice Areas

Josh Johnson is an experienced construction litigator who represents owners, contractors, subcontractors, architects and engineers in all phases of residential and commercial construction projects. He cares deeply for his clients; enjoys the competition of the courtroom; and loves his work.

Having grown up in the coal fields of far southwest Virginia, Josh has a deep affection for the talented folks who work hard as contractors and subcontractors. Josh enjoys working with these craftsmen who take pride in their work the same way he does.

University of Virginia, McIntire School of Commerce, B.S. 2002
University of Virginia School of Law, J.D. 2005

Best Lawyers in America
- Commercial Litigation, 2019 – 2026
- Construction Law, 2021 – 2026
- 2025 “Lawyer of the Year” – Construction Law, Roanoke, VA
- 2023 “Lawyer of the Year” – Construction Law, Roanoke, VA
Virginia Bar Association Construction and Public Contracts Section, Former Chair
Virginia State Bar Construction Law and Public Contracts, Board of Governors
Roanoke Chapter of the Federal Bar Association, Former President
Rated “AV/Preeminent” by Martindale-Hubbell
Designated one of the Legal Elite by Virginia Business magazine for the area of Construction
The Best Lawyers in America, 2025
Super Lawyers, 2020 – 2025
Super Lawyers – Rising Stars 2010, 2011, 2013 – 2019
Member, Virginia Western Community College Local Advisory Board (2014-2022)
Board of Governors, Shenandoah Club (2013-2017)
Secretary, Board of Directors, Faith Christian School (2010-2016)
Ted Dalton Inn of Court, Board Member
Associated General Contractors of Virginia, Member
Salvation Army (Roanoke) Advisory Board, Member

Virginia State Bar

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