Malika I. Johnson
Malika is a high-stakes litigator. For almost 20 years, she has built a proven record of securing favorable outcomes for her clients. Malika is dedicated to advocating for individuals, families, and entities in state and federal trial courts, as well as on appeal.
Widely respected by her peers, Malika is a top-rated attorney who has been recognized as a Washington Super Lawyer for three consecutive years. Her breadth of experience, combined with an unwavering commitment to justice, makes her an effective and resilient practitioner.
Throughout her career, Malika has served on local, regional, and national trial teams. Whether prosecuting claims for plaintiffs or executing robust defenses for defendants, she brings innovative strategies, meticulous case-building, and zealous representation to every matter.
Before entering private practice, Malika served as a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney in the Special Assault Unit of the Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. For most of the past 12 years, Malika’s practice has focused on complex civil litigation. Having tried cases on both sides of the aisle, she brings a unique and informed perspective. Her approach is client-centered and tailored to each specific situation, whether that means negotiating a fair resolution or fighting aggressively at trial. In every case, Malika diligently advocates for her clients with integrity and purpose.
Outside of her practice, Malika enjoys spending time with her family—cheering on her children at sporting events, cooking and baking together, helping her husband at the barbecue, and exploring all the outdoor activities the Pacific Northwest has to offer.
- Washington
- United States District Court for the Western District of Washington
- United States District Court for Oregon
- United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
- Albany Law School, JD, cum laude
- University of Albany Rockefeller College, MPA
- University of California at Santa Cruz, BA
- Washington State Bar Association
- Super Lawyers 2024-2026
- America’s Top 50 Lawyers- Washington 2025-2026