Leighton Johnson started her journey at Beasley Allen as a law clerk before being promoted to attorney in 2024. She focuses on complex litigation involving pharmaceuticals and dietary supplements.
Passionate about serving others, Leighton understands the importance of the behind-the-scenes work required to achieve successful client outcomes. Excelling in legal research, Leighton believes that reliable research is crucial for building strong cases and effective strategies.
As a law clerk, she worked on various litigations, with the Kratom cases being the most impactful. Her experience motivates her to be the best attorney she can be so that she can help those who need it most. She also contributed to Beasley Allen’s involvement in the Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro litigation. During her second summer as a law clerk, she conducted initial research on the injuries associated with these GLP-1 drugs and wrote a potential litigation memo. It was rewarding to see Beasley Allen pursue this litigation.
Leighton, a native of Vestavia Hills, Alabama, cherishes spending time with her family and friends. She has a passion for antiquing- whether in Birmingham or while traveling, she loves visiting local antique stores, discovering unique pieces, and restoring them in her home workshop, where she spends many weekends on projects. Additionally, she is an avid cook who enjoys trying new recipes shared by friends. Leighton is also very active in her community. She volunteers at high school events and attends city council meetings, always eager to stay informed and find ways to serve her community.
Leighton earned her Juris Doctorate from Samford University Cumberland School of Law in 2024 after graduating from the University of Alabama in 2020.
During her time at law school, Leighton earned the prestigious Cali Excellence for the Future Award in three challenging courses: Veterans Law, Employment Benefits and ERISA, and American Law, Procedure and Practice. Her dedication and hard work paid off again in 2024 when she received Cumberland School of Law’s Balch & Bingham/Harold A. Bowron, Jr. Labor and Employment Law Award, recognizing her outstanding achievements in Employment Law. Leighton also served on C-VETS (Cumberland Veterans Legal Assistance Clinic), using her legal skills to support those who have bravely served our country. Reflecting on this, she describes her experience helping veterans as a great honor and something she intends to continue as a licensed attorney.
