Timothy D. Johnson

Timothy D. Johnson

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Smith Jadin Johnson, PLLC

Insurance Coverage Lawyers in Bloomington, MN in Bloomington, MN

Bloomington, MN952-388-0289
Insurance CoverageConstruction LawReal Estate LawInsurance Appraisal Hearings

About Timothy D. Johnson

"Helping people navigate and overcome legal challenges is the best part of being a lawyer. My clients can expect that whether drafting a simple contract or litigating a multimillion-dollar case, I will take the time to understand all of the legal, financial, and business implications of their situation so we can define and develop a clear path to success." Tim represents both individual and business clients in a wide range of legal matters both in and out of court. Tim has handled numerous cases in state and federal court, before multiple appellate courts, and in administrative court. Tim also represents homeowners and business owners at insurance appraisals. In addition to an extensive litigation practice, Tim counsels clients in real estate transactions such as commercial leases, purchase agreements, and other types of real estate matters. When he is not handling cases, Tim frequently speaks across the country at conferences and events on issues of insurance and construction law. Tim's primary practice areas: Insurance Coverage Insurance Appraisal Hearings Construction Law Real Estate Law Tim is a member of the Hennepin County Bar Association, the Minnesota State Bar Association, the Minnesota Bar Association's Real Property Section, he serves as a volunteer in Mitchell Hamline's Mentor Program, he serves as a volunteer coach for the Thurgood Marshall Moot Court Competition, he serves as a volunteer on the Contractor Association of Minnesota's public policy committee, and he is an adjunct professor at the Mitchell Hamline School of Law. Awards and Honors Super Lawyers® Selectees Timothy D. Johnson included in a Super Lawyers® list Honors Minnesota Rising Star, 2017 - 2019 Humanitarian of the Year, Contractors Association of Minnesota Other Sources of Feedback About Timothy D. Johnson Included on the 2026Minnesota Super Lawyers list Past Lists 2025 Minnesota Super Lawyers list 2024 Minnesota Super Lawyers list 2023 Minnesota Super Lawyers list 2022 Minnesota Super Lawyers list 2021 Minnesota Super Lawyers list 2020 Minnesota Super Lawyers list 2019 Minnesota Super Lawyers list 2018 Minnesota Super Lawyers list 2017 Minnesota Super Lawyers list

Education

Legal Education

  • William Mitchell College of Law, St. Paul, Minnesota, 2012
  • Juris Doctorate
  • Honors: Magna Cum Laude

Non Legal Education

  • St. Mary's University, Winona, Minnesota, 2010
  • B.S., Bachelor of Science
  • Major: Business

Classes and Seminars

  • Insurance Law Basics for General Contractors, CAM, 2016
  • Loss Payment Provisions, ABA, 2017
  • General Contractor Tools and Tips, GAF, 2017
  • Weathering the Storm, CAM, 2018
  • Law and Business, GAF, 2018
  • Adjunct Professor, Mitchell Hamline School of Law

Representative Cases

  • Walnut Creek Townhome Association v. Depositors Insurance Company, 913 N.W.2d 80 Iowa
  • Year: 2018
  • Poehler v. Cincinnati Insurance Company, 899 N.W.2d 135 Minn.
  • Year: 2017
  • Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Redwood Falls v. Housing Authority Property Insurance, 864 F.3d 986, 8th Cir.
  • K&R Landholdings, LLC v. Auto-Owners Insurance, 907 N.W.2d 658 Minn. Ct. App.
  • Zou v. American Modern Home Insurance Company, 86 F.Supp.3d 1050 D. Minn.
  • Year: 2015
  • Andersen v. Owners Insurance, 2018 WL 1569837 (Minn. Ct. App. 2018)
  • Oliver v. State Farm Fire and Casualty Insurance Company, __ N.W.2d __ (Minn. Ct. App. 2019)
  • Oliver v. State Farm Fire and Casualty Insurance Company, 939 N.W.2d 749 (Minn. 2020)
  • Year: 2020
  • Glaros Hanson v. Midwest Inv. Servs., LLC, 2020 WL 5647239 (Minn. Ct. App. 2021)
  • Year: 2021

Pro Bono Activities

  • Mitchell Hamline’s Mentor Program, Volunteer
  • Thurgood Marshall Moot Court Competition, Volunteer
  • Contractor Association of Minnesota, Public Policy Committee, Volunteer

Published Works

Articles

  • Insurance Appraisals 101, MNAES, 2015
  • Revisiting Cedar Bluff, MNAES, 2015
  • Master Elite Training, GAF, 2016
  • Contractor Road Show, CAM 2017-2019
  • Insurance Law for Contractors, ABC, 2017
  • Loss Payment Provisions, ABA, 2017
  • Contracting and Insurance, GAF, 2018
  • Increasing your Business through the Law, GAF Wealth Builder, 2018
  • Contracts and Contracting, GAF Midwest Expo, 2019
  • Strategizing for a Successful Appraisal, SVG Win the Storm, 2019
  • Attorney panelist, SVG Win the Storm, 2019
  • Insurance Restoration Projects, GAF St. Louis Expo, 2019
  • Discussing Preventative Maintenance Plans, XAP360 Podcast, 2019
  • PMP Roundtable, SJJ, 2019
  • The insurance claims process, ABC Omaha, 2019

Bar Admissions

  • Minnesota
  • U.S. District Court District of Minnesota
  • U.S. Court of Appeals 8th Circuit
  • Colorado
  • U.S. District Court District of Colorado
  • Iowa
  • Ohio
  • U.S. District Court Eastern District of Missouri

Other Affiliations

  • Minnesota State Bar Association, Real Property Section (Member)
  • Hennepin County Bar Association (Member)
  • Minnesota State Bar Association (Member)
  • American Policyholders Association (Member)
  • Contractors Association of Minnesota (Member)
  • Colorado Roofing Association
  • SuperLawyers Rising Star, 2021

Attorney Details

Full NameTimothy D. Johnson
FirmSmith Jadin Johnson, PLLC
AddressBloomington, MN, 7900 Xerxes Ave South, Suite 2020, Bloomington, MN
Phone952-388-0289
Phone612-235-7927
Websitewww.sjjlawfirm.com
Websitewww.rsjlawfirm.com
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