Michael B. Johnson
About
Michael B. Johnson is a highly accomplished attorney and licensed professional engineer with over 35 years of experience in corporate law, intellectual property, securities law, estate planning, and elder care law. His expertise includes mergers and acquisitions, regulatory compliance, and intellectual property licensing. Michael’s unique combination of legal and engineering backgrounds provides him with a distinct perspective on complex legal matters, especially those involving technology and regulatory issues.
He has served as both outside counsel and in-house General Counsel, offering a comprehensive understanding of the legal landscape. Notably, Michael led the Arkansas Securities Department as Securities Commissioner and played a key role in the successful reorganization of BioBased Technologies LLC during Chapter 11 proceedings as their General Counsel.
At Omnus Law, Michael draws on his extensive legal experience and technical knowledge to deliver innovative, tailored solutions to clients. His strategic approach and dedication to excellence ensure that clients receive top-tier legal representation.
Practice Areas
Corporate Law, Corporate Governance, Mergers and Acquisitions, Contracts & Negotiation, Securities Law, Intellectual Property Law, Patent Law, Trademark Law, Trade Secrets, Estate Planning, Elder Law, Technology & Communications Law, Technology Start-Ups, Technology/IP Licensing. Real Estate Law, Commercial Real Estate, Banking & Finance, Compliance and Regulation
Education
- Juris Doctor, With High Honors, University of Arkansas
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, With Honors, University of Arkansas
Admitted Jurisdictions
- Arkansas
Publications
- Executive Editor, Arkansas Law Review
Associations
- Arkansas Bar
Industry Expertise
- Technology & Communications
- Engineering
- Energy & Natural Resources
- Real Estate
- Finance
- Industrial & Manufacturing
Career Highlights
- Arkansas Securities Commissioner, overseeing regulatory compliance and enforcement.
- General Counsel for BioBased Technologies LLC, managing intellectual property and restructuring efforts.
- Vice President and General Counsel at Stephens Group, Inc., handling complex investment transactions and private offerings.
- Maintained highest rating possible (AV) for legal skill, ethics, integrity, and honesty the past 35 years running.
- Licensed Professional Engineer