Wade T. Johnson
Areas of Practice: Construction Litigation; Premises Liability; Insurance; Products Liability; Catastrophic Injury; Automobile Liability; Litigation & Appeals; Transportation Litigation & Appeals; Auto, Truck & Boat Accidents; Wrongful Death
Office location: Minneapolis, Minnesota / Hudson, Wisconsin
Direct: 612.336.9344 / Email: wjohnson@lommen.com
Wade T. Johnson / Biography
Wade Johnson has litigation experience defending claims in the areas of motor vehicle accidents, construction defect litigation, premises liability, products liability, and catastrophic injuries. His litigation experience includes defending motor carriers and commercial truck drivers in cases involving personal injuries, wrongful death, and cargo liability. Additionally, over the course of his career he has supervised post-accident investigations of fatal and catastrophic injury, which include scene preservation, witness interviews, coordination with investigating authorities, evidence retention and accident reconstruction efforts.
Wade is licensed to practice law in Minnesota, Wisconsin and the U.S. District Court for the District of Minnesota. Wade is a member of the Minnesota Defense Lawyers Association Motor Vehicle Accident Committee and the Wisconsin Defense Council in addition to the Minnesota State Bar Association, the State Bar of Wisconsin and Federal Bar Association, Minnesota Chapter. He is listed as a 2023 Super Lawyer for his work in civil litigation defense and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America© for his work in the area of Insurance Law.
Wade received his Bachelor of Arts from the University of St. Thomas in Saint Paul, Minnesota, in 2004. He then attended the University of South Dakota School of Law, obtaining his Juris Doctorate in 2007, also serving as an editor on the Great Plains Natural Resources Journal.
During his career he has presented to attorneys and insurance professionals on topics including spoliation of evidence, vehicle liability and insurance coverage issues. He also frequently presents on issues affecting the construction trades, including mechanics liens, indemnification obligations and contracting issues.
Wade and his wife live in Saint Paul, Minnesota, with their four children. In his free time, Wade enjoys spending time outdoors with his family and dog, Darryl, playing baseball, and paddling the Boundary Waters.
Leadership + Activities
- Trucking Industry Defense Association
- Minnesota Defense Lawyers Association, Motor Vehicle Accident Committee
- Twin Cities Claims Association
- Northwest Loss Association
- Wisconsin Defense Council
- Minnesota State Bar Association (including Hennepin County Bar Association)
- State Bar of Wisconsin
- Federal Bar Association, Minnesota Chapter
Presentations
- “Property Appraisals: What’s New Since Poehler v. Cincinnati Insurance Company?” Hot Topics in Insurance Law, Minnesota CLE, April 2023
Published Articles
- “North Dakota Law for the Trucking Industry Defense Association” (publication pending)
- “South Dakota Law for the Trucking Industry Defense Association” (publication pending)
- “Rapid Response Strategies for Catastrophic Accidents: Collecting and Preserving Evidence and Avoiding Spoliation Claims”
- “Chapter 10: Fire and Property Insurance,” Update to Fifth Edition of the Minnesota Insurance Law Deskbook, Minnesota CLE, April 2023
Education
- University of St. Thomas, B.A., 2004
- University of South Dakota School of Law, J.D., 2007
Bar Admissions
- Minnesota, 2007
- Wisconsin, 2007
- U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota, 2011
- U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin, 2023
Awards
News + Articles
Lommen Abdo Attorneys Named to the 2025 Best Lawyers® and Ones to Watch Lists
We are thrilled to announce that half of Lommen Abdo’s attorneys have earned the prestigious recognition of being named in the 2025 edition of Best Lawyers®. These accomplished legal professionals have demonstrated unwavering dedication, exceptional skills, and a...
17 Lommen Abdo Attorneys Named to 2024 Minnesota Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists
Lommen Abdo proudly announces the inclusion of a number of our attorneys in the 2024 Minnesota Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists. These individuals have shown exceptional skills and commitment to their practice areas. Join us in congratulating them for their...
Lommen Abdo Attorneys Honored in Minnesota Monthly’s 2024 Top Lawyers List
Minnesota Monthly’s 2024 Top Lawyers List We are thrilled to announce that 15 of our attorneys at Lommen Abdo have been recognized in Minnesota Monthly’s 2024 Top Lawyers list. This accolade highlights their dedication, skill, and outstanding contributions in their...
Celebrating Our 2023 Minnesota Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
At Lommen Abdo, we are thrilled to announce and celebrate the exceptional legal talent in Minnesota as we recognize our 2023 Minnesota Super Lawyers and Rising Stars. These esteemed attorneys have demonstrated outstanding skills, legal acumen, and an unwavering...
Lommen Abdo Attorneys Co-Edit and Author the 2023 Update to the 5th Edition of Minnesota CLE’s Minnesota Insurance Law Deskbook
We are pleased to announce that Lommen Abdo lawyers John Crawford and Lauren Nuffort have been diligently co-editing and contributing to the 2023 update of the 5th edition of the Minnesota Insurance Law Deskbook, which was published on April 19, 2023. The Deskbook,...
Ambiguity in Insurance Policy Leads to Award for Homeowner
A Warning to Insurance Companies The Minnesota Court of Appeals issued an opinion on June 6, 2022 which could have ramifications for other insurance providers. After the decision in Wesser v. State Farm Fire and Casualty, despite language in their policy, State Farm...