Founding Partner
Christopher A. Johnston
AREAS OF PRACTICE
- Truck Accidents
- Litigator (Litigation & Appeals)
BAR ADMISSIONS
- Minnesota
- Iowa
- U.S. Court of Appeals 8th Circuit
- Federal Court – District of Minnesota
EDUCATION
- William Mitchell College of Law – St. Paul, MN
- University of Minnesota
- Des Moines Area Community College
HONORS AND AWARDS
- 5 Time Super Lawyer
- Rising Star – 2011
- Minnesota’s Outstanding Young Lawyers – 2011
- Million Dollar Advocates Forum
- Up and Coming Attorney of The Year – 2007
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS
- Minnesota Association for Justice
- American Association for Justice
Attorney At Law
Christopher A. Johnston is a founding partner of Johnston | Martineau PLLP, specializing in truck accident litigation.
Christopher A. Johnston has established himself as a leading attorney in truck accident litigation, focusing particularly on challenging cases involving semi-trucks, tanker trucks, and commercial vehicle accidents. His legal education from William Mitchell College of Law laid a solid foundation for his career, where he has consistently achieved significant settlements and favorable jury verdicts.
Recognized for his precision in case preparation and skillful negotiation, Chris has been honored as a Rising Star and Up and Coming Attorney of the Year. His dedication to achieving justice for victims of truck accidents is reflected in his aggressive pursuit of their legal rights and his commitment to securing the best possible outcomes for his clients.
He completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Minnesota and earned his law degree from William Mitchell College of Law.
An experienced litigator, Chris has extensive experience in cases involving truck accidents, bringing his vast knowledge and dedication to each case. His expertise extends to related areas such as motor vehicle crashes, premises liability, and no-fault claims, making him a versatile advocate for his clients.
Chris achieved a significant milestone by settling a claim for one million dollars, earning him a place in the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, an association for trial lawyers with settlements or verdicts of one million dollars or more. His dedication to the legal field, including numerous published articles and active involvement with the Minnesota Trial Lawyers Association, earned him the title of Up and Coming Attorney of the Year in 2007.
Recognized for his skills and dedication, Chris has been named a Certified Civil Trial Specialist by the Minnesota Bar Association.
Residing in Roseville, Minnesota, Chris is the proud father of four children and stepfather of three. In his free time, he enjoys playing with his kids, golfing, and cheering for the University of Minnesota Golden Gophers.