Leighton Johnson

Leighton Johnson started her journey at Beasley Allen as a law clerk before being promoted to attorney in 2024. She focuses on complex litigation related to pharmaceuticals and dietary supplements. Currently, she is handling cases involving GLP-1 RAs, Kratom, ultra-processed foods, Depo-Provera, acetaminophen, and gaming.

Passionate about serving others, Leighton understands the importance of the behind-the-scenes work required to achieve successful client outcomes. Leighton excels in legal research and believes that it’s crucial for building strong cases and effective strategies. 

As a law clerk, she worked on various litigations, with her work on 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, which eventually led to Beasley Allen pursuing this litigation.

She is active in several organizations, including the Birmingham Bar Association Young Lawyers Section and Alabama Bar Association Young Lawyers Section.

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 and discovering unique pieces. Additionally, she is an avid cook who enjoys trying new recipes and sharing them with friends.

Education

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 the 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. 

Licenses

• Alabama (2024)