Ronald D. Johnson, Jr.

Associate
rjohnson@keglerbrown.com
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Ronald D. Johnson, Jr.

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Ron counsels clients, from tech startups and manufacturing companies to retail operations and real estate developers, throughout the most critical stages of their company lifecycles. Whether advising business owners through the process of buying and selling corporate entities, partnering with affordable housing developers on acquiring and financing their most transformational projects, or serving as outside general counsel to entrepreneurs and emerging companies on critical structuring issues and capital raises, Ron is committed to catalyzing sustainable and meaningful growth for businesses nationwide.

Corporate Law + Emerging Businesses

Along with providing business formation and structuring advice to startups and growth-stage businesses, Ronald also works with established businesses, providing assistance across the full range of their legal needs, including contract drafting and negotiation, and corporate governance.

Mergers + Acquisitions

Ronald also assists both buyers and sellers in mergers, acquisitions, JVs, and other strategic transactions. In this part of his practice, he counsels clients on deal structuring and negotiation and regularly advises businesses on all legal aspects of business combination.

  • Michigan State University College of Law, cum laude (J.D., 2016)
  • The Ohio State University (B.A. Criminology, 2011)

  • Ohio

  • Columbus Bar Association
  • Ohio State Bar Association
  • Leadership Council on Legal Diversity Pathfinder

  • Recognized by The Best Lawyers in America®, Ones to Watch, 2026


Experience

ESOP Stock Purchase Agreement for an Ohio-Based Manufacturer

ESOP Stock Purchase Agreement for an Ohio-Based Manufacturer

Stock Purchase Agreement for an Electrical Contracting ESOP

Stock Purchase Agreement for an Electrical Contracting ESOP

Sale of Majority Equity Interest in Real Estate Brokerage by Multiple Owners

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$2 Million in Outstanding Invoices Recouped through Purchase of Pharmaceutical Inventory and Distribution License

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Sale + Franchising of Ohio Music Education Studio

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Shareholder Negotiation and Sale of Fire Safety Company Stock

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Multi-Company Ownership Transition Agreement + Sale of Equity Interests

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