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Jeh Charles Johnson
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A partner in the Litigation Department, Jeh Johnson has had a distinguished career combining private law practice at Paul, Weiss and senior-level public service, including three Senate-confirmed presidential appointments. In public life, he served as Secretary of Homeland Security (2013-2017), General Counsel of the Department of Defense (2009-2012), General Counsel of the Department of the Air Force (1998-2001) and as an Assistant United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York (1989-1991). In private practice, Secretary Johnson is an experienced litigator and trial lawyer, and a Fellow in the American College of Trial Lawyers. Since returning to Paul, Weiss in 2017, Secretary Johnson also advises clients, including high-tech companies and government contractors, on the legal aspects of cybersecurity, national security, data privacy, government contracting, crisis management, high-stakes litigation and regulatory matters. Secretary Johnson is currently a member of the board of directors of Lockheed Martin and U.S. Steel. In June 2020 the Chief Judge of New York appointed Secretary Johnson to assess equal justice in the state court system. After a four-month investigation, Secretary Johnson issued a 100-page public report recommending a number of changes, all of which the Chief Judge said would be adopted.
EXPERIENCE
Secretary Johnson has been affiliated with Paul, Weiss on and off since 1984. He was elected a partner in 1993, currently serves as a member of the firm’s Management and Partnership Committees, and is resident in both the New York and Washington offices.
As head of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Secretary Johnson was responsible for counterterrorism; cybersecurity; border, port, aviation and maritime security; enforcement and administration of immigration laws; response to national disasters; detection and prevention of nuclear, chemical and biological threats; and the protection of critical infrastructure and the nation’s leadership. Secretary Johnson is credited with building a more effective, cohesive Department of Homeland Security and with raising morale. He served as the public face of the U.S. government’s homeland security mission, engaging with the press on numerous occasions and testifying before Congress 26 times. Secretary Johnson managed 230,000 employees in 22 different components and agencies, including U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the Transportation Security Administration, the Coast Guard, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Citizenship and Immigration Services, the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the Secret Service.
Between 2009-2012, Secretary Johnson served as General Counsel of the U.S. Department of Defense, where he was a primary legal architect for the military’s counterterrorism missions in the Obama Administration, and was responsible for the prior legal approval for every military operation authorized by the President and the Secretary of Defense. He co-authored the 2010 report that paved the way for the repeal of the “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” law by Congress. In his book Duty, former Secretary of Defense Robert Gates called Johnson “the finest lawyer I ever worked with in government – a straightforward, plain-speaking man of great integrity, with common sense to burn and a good sense of humor.”
Between 1998-2001, Secretary Johnson served as General Counsel of the U.S. Air Force. He also served as an Assistant United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York from 1989-1991, trying 12 cases before a jury and arguing 11 appeals in three years.
Over his many years of private practice at Paul, Weiss, Secretary Johnson has successfully handled a variety of civil and white collar matters for some of the firm’s most important clients. In 1994 he and two other partners successfully defended Armstrong World Industries in a four-month jury trial involving claims that Armstrong violated the antitrust laws. In 2005, he successfully defended Citigroup against a $900 million arbitration claim — at the time the largest ever filed before the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD). That same year he successfully defended Citigroup against an $86 million claim before the NASD.
BOARDS AND OTHER ACTIVITIES
In addition to the boards of Lockheed Martin and U.S. Steel, Secretary Johnson is on the board of directors of the Council on Foreign Relations, the 9/11 Memorial and Museum, and the Center for a New American Security.
Secretary Johnson has debated numerous times at both the Oxford and Cambridge Unions in England, and is an honorary life member of the Cambridge Union. His November 2012 address at the Oxford Union, “How Will the War Against al Qaeda End?,” received international attention and acclaim. Secretary Johnson has also lectured at Westminster College, Liberty University, Arizona State, Kansas State, UC Berkeley, Harvard and Yale Law Schools, the National War College and all four U.S. military academies.
In private life, Secretary Johnson is a regular commentator on national issues on ABC, CBS, NBC, MSNBC, CNBC, CNN, PBS, FOX, FOX Business, Bloomberg TV and numerous other outlets, and he has published op-eds in the Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal and The Hill. Since leaving government, he has also been called to testify before Congress four times on the subjects of cybersecurity and national security.
From 2001-2004, Johnson chaired the Judiciary Committee of the New York City Bar Association, which rates and approves all federal, state and local judges in New York City. He has also served as a member of the Executive Committee of New York City Bar. In the past, Johnson has served as a trustee, director or governor of Adelphi University, the New York Hall of Science, the Legal Aid Society, the Film Society of Lincoln Center, the New York Community Trust, the City Bar Fund, the Roosevelt Institute, the National Institute of Military Justice, the Federal Bar Council, the Fund for Modern Courts, Vera Institute of Justice and the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law.
AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS
In 2018, Secretary Johnson was the recipient of the Ronald Reagan Peace Through Strength Award, presented at the Reagan Presidential Library, for “contributing greatly to the defense of our nation” and “guiding us through turbulent times with courage and wisdom.” He has received numerous other awards and acknowledgments, including three Department of Defense medals for distinguished public service, and ten honorary degrees.
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Secretary Johnson Discusses Synagogue Shooting, Pipe Bomber on ABC’s “This Week” and CNN’s “New Day”
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson appeared on ABC’s “This Week” and CNN’s “New Day” on October 28.
Secretary Johnson to Speak at Oracle OpenWorld 2018 Conference
- Oct 22, 2018
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Secretary Johnson to Speak at Oracle OpenWorld 2018 Conference
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson is among a number of high-profile thought leaders slated to speak at Oracle’s annual OpenWorld conference, which focuses on issues surrounding cloud technology, including AI, machine learning and…
Secretary Johnson Appears on CNBC’s Squawk Box
- Oct 10, 2018
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Secretary Johnson Appears on CNBC’s Squawk Box
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson appeared on CNBC’s Squawk Box where he discussed freedom of speech, cybersecurity, election integrity and the proliferation of fake news.
Secretary Johnson Appears on CBS This Morning and NBC Nightly News
- Oct 03, 2018
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Secretary Johnson Appears on CBS This Morning and NBC Nightly News
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson appeared on both CBS This Morning and NBC Nightly News to discuss the government’s October 3 test of the new nationwide presidential alert, intended to warn the public of an impending national crisis.
Secretary Johnson Participates in Annual Concordia Summit
- Sep 24, 2018
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Secretary Johnson Participates in Annual Concordia Summit
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson was a featured speaker at Concordia’s eighth Annual Summit.
Secretary Johnson Appears on MSNBC to Discuss Hurricane Florence
- Sep 17, 2018
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Secretary Johnson Appears on MSNBC to Discuss Hurricane Florence
Secretary Johnson appeared on MSNBC with Chris Hayes to discuss the Trump administration’s response to Hurricane Florence and the death toll in Puerto Rico from Hurricane Maria.
Secretary Johnson Interviewed on “Words Matter” Podcast; Appears on MSNBC’s Morning Joe
- Sep 11, 2018
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Secretary Johnson Interviewed on “Words Matter” Podcast; Appears on MSNBC’s Morning Joe
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson appeared on the September 9 episode of the “Words Matter” podcast with Elise Jordan and Steve Schmidt.
Secretary Johnson Appears on MSNBC’s Meet The Press Daily
- Aug 06, 2018
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Secretary Johnson Appears on MSNBC’s Meet The Press Daily
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson appeared on MSNBC’s Meet The Press Daily to discuss election security, Russian misinformation and whether the midterm elections are going to be legitimate.
Secretary Johnson Authors Op-Ed on ICE for The Washington Post
- Jul 06, 2018
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Secretary Johnson Authors Op-Ed on ICE for The Washington Post
In an opinion piece for The Washington Post, “Abolishing ICE is Not a Serious Policy Proposal,” litigation partner Jeh Johnson explains why calls for the abolition of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency only…
Secretary Johnson Interviewed on “Cape Up” Podcast
- Jun 22, 2018
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Secretary Johnson Interviewed on “Cape Up” Podcast
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson appeared on the June 22 episode of the “Cape Up” podcast with Jonathan Capehart, a writer at The Washington Post.
Secretary Johnson Appears on Fox News Sunday
- Jun 24, 2018
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Secretary Johnson Appears on Fox News Sunday
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson appeared on Fox News Sunday to discuss the lessons he learned during the 2014 spike in illegal immigration from Central America under President Obama.
Secretary Johnson Appears on MSNBC’s Andrea Mitchell Reports
- Jun 21, 2018
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Secretary Johnson Appears on MSNBC’s Andrea Mitchell Reports
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson appeared on MSNBC’s Andrea Mitchell Reports on Thursday, June 21 to discuss the humanitarian crisis at the border.
Secretary Johnson Authors Op-Ed on Trump’s Border Policy for The Washington Post
- Jun 19, 2018
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Secretary Johnson Authors Op-Ed on Trump’s Border Policy for The Washington Post
In an opinion piece for The Washington Post, “Trump’s ‘Zero-Tolerance’ Border Policy is Immoral, Un-American – and Ineffective,” litigation partner Jeh Johnson critiques the current administration’s recent practice of separating…
Secretary Johnson Interviewed on CNN and MSNBC
- Jun 16, 2018
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Secretary Johnson Interviewed on CNN and MSNBC
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson was interviewed by CNN’s Ana Cabrera and MSNBC’s David Gura.
Secretary Johnson Appears on MSNBC’s Morning Joe
- Jun 13, 2018
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Secretary Johnson Appears on MSNBC’s Morning Joe
Secretary Johnson appeared on MSNBC’s Morning Joe yesterday to talk about Jeff Sessions’ decision to restrict asylum in the U.S. for people fleeing domestic or gang violence, as well as President Trump’s visit to North Korea.
Secretary Johnson Interviewed on NPR
- Jun 09, 2018
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Secretary Johnson Interviewed on NPR
On June 9, litigation partner Jeh Johnson was interviewed by NPR’s Scott Simon on Weekend Edition Saturday.
Secretary Johnson Interviewed on CNN and FOX News Radio
- Jun 04, 2018
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Secretary Johnson Interviewed on CNN and FOX News Radio
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson was interviewed by Wolf Blitzer on CNN’s “Situation Room” and on FOX News Radio.
Secretary Johnson to Participate at U.S. Institute CEO Roundtable
- Jun 04, 2018
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Secretary Johnson to Participate at U.S. Institute CEO Roundtable
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson will be the featured speaker at the U.S. Institute’s CEO Roundtable conference titled “Continuity and Change.”
Secretary Johnson to Deliver Keynote Address at the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial on Memorial Day
- May 28, 2018
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Secretary Johnson to Deliver Keynote Address at the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial on Memorial Day
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson will deliver the keynote address at the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial next Monday, Memorial Day.
Secretary Johnson Delivers Keynote Speech to Columbia Law School’s Graduating Class
- May 14, 2018
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Secretary Johnson Delivers Keynote Speech to Columbia Law School’s Graduating Class
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson delivered the keynote address to Columbia Law School’s Class of 2018.
Secretary Johnson Appears on “Face the Nation”
- Apr 29, 2018
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Secretary Johnson Appears on “Face the Nation”
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson appeared on CBS’s “Face the Nation” on April 29. Secretary Johnson discussed the House Intelligence Committee report on Russian hacking into the 2016 election, and his warning to former FBI Director Jim…
Implications of the New EU Data Protection Regime and Its Expanded Application for Non-EU Entities
- Apr 26, 2018
- Publications
Implications of the New EU Data Protection Regime and Its Expanded Application for Non-EU Entities
The EU General Data Protection Regulation (the “GDPR”), approved and adopted by the European Union in April 2016, takes effect in all member states of the European Union on May 25, 2018.
Secretary Johnson Appears on AM Joy on MSNBC
- Apr 22, 2018
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Secretary Johnson Appears on AM Joy on MSNBC
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson appeared on AM Joy on MSNBC yesterday.
Secretary Johnson to Speak at Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
- Apr 19, 2018
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Secretary Johnson to Speak at Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson will discuss immigration policy under the Obama and Trump administrations, and will share insights into his work implementing and attempting to expand the DACA program.
Secretary Johnson Featured Guest in Stay Tuned With Preet Podcast
- Apr 13, 2018
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Secretary Johnson Featured Guest in Stay Tuned With Preet Podcast
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson is featured in the latest episode of the Stay Tuned With Preet podcast.
Secretary Johnson Testifies on Cybersecurity Before House Armed Services Committee
- Apr 11, 2018
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Secretary Johnson Testifies on Cybersecurity Before House Armed Services Committee
On April 11, litigation partner Jeh Johnson testified alongside former NSA chief Keith Alexander and former Homeland Security secretary Michael Chertoff on the lack of framework for offensive operations within the government to combat …
Secretary Johnson Delivers Keynote Address at NYU School of Law Conference on Compliance & Enforcement
- Apr 10, 2018
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Secretary Johnson Delivers Keynote Address at NYU School of Law Conference on Compliance & Enforcement
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson delivered the keynote address at the “Global Cyber Threats: Corporate and Governmental Challenges to Protecting Private Data Cybersecurity” conference hosted by the New York University School of Law.
Secretary Johnson to Testify in Congress About Cyber Operations and Cybersecurity
- Apr 11, 2018
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Secretary Johnson to Testify in Congress About Cyber Operations and Cybersecurity
On April 11, litigation partner Jeh Johnson will testify before the House Armed Services Committee at a hearing entitled “Cyber Operations Today: Preparing for 21st Century Challenges in an Information-Enabled Society.”
Secretary Johnson to Deliver Keynote Address at Forum on Gun Violence Prevention in America
- Apr 04, 2018
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Secretary Johnson to Deliver Keynote Address at Forum on Gun Violence Prevention in America
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson will deliver the keynote address at a forum on the movement for gun violence prevention in America.
Secretary Johnson Appears on MSNBC’s Morning Joe
- Mar 13, 2018
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Secretary Johnson Appears on MSNBC’s Morning Joe
Secretary Johnson appeared on MSNBC’s Morning Joe to discuss the removal of Rex Tillerson as Secretary of State and his proposed replacement by CIA Director Mike Pompeo.
Secretary Johnson to Speak at NYU School of Law Conference on Cybersecurity
- Apr 06, 2018
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Secretary Johnson to Speak at NYU School of Law Conference on Cybersecurity
Secretary Johnson will deliver the keynote speech at the New York University School of Law conference, “Global Cyber Threats: Corporate and Governmental Challenges to Protecting Private Data.”
SEC Issues Updated Guidance on Cybersecurity Disclosure
- Feb 27, 2018
- Publications
SEC Issues Updated Guidance on Cybersecurity Disclosure
The SEC recently provided updated guidance on cybersecurity-related disclosure obligations. We discuss the SEC’s new interpretive guidance, which seeks to assist companies in preparing disclosure concerning cybersecurity risks and…
Secretary Johnson to Speak at Boston Conference on Cybersecurity
- Mar 07, 2018
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Secretary Johnson to Speak at Boston Conference on Cybersecurity
Secretary Johnson will deliver a speech at the 2nd Annual Boston Conference on Cybersecurity.
Secretary Johnson Appears on ABC’s “This Week” and MSNBC’s “Morning Joe"
- Feb 18, 2018
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Secretary Johnson Appears on ABC’s “This Week” and MSNBC’s “Morning Joe"
Secretary Johnson appeared alongside former governor Chris Christie on ABC’s “This Week” on February 18. On February 19, Secretary Johnson appeared on MSNBC’s “Morning Joe.” Both interviews addressed Russian interference in U.S.…
Secretary Johnson Appears on CNN’s “State of the Union”
- Feb 11, 2018
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Secretary Johnson Appears on CNN’s “State of the Union”
Secretary Johnson appeared in CNN’s “State of the Union” on February 11.
Secretary Johnson Appears on MSNBC’s “Meet the Press Daily”
- Feb 09, 2018
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Secretary Johnson Appears on MSNBC’s “Meet the Press Daily”
Secretary Johnson appeared on MSNBC’s “Meet the Press Daily” on February 9.
CSRA to Be Acquired by General Dynamics for $9.6 Billion
- Feb 12, 2018
- Client News
CSRA to Be Acquired by General Dynamics for $9.6 Billion
Paul, Weiss is representing leading government IT provider CSRA in its $9.6 billion acquisition by defense contractor General Dynamics.
Second Circuit Vacates and Remands Judgment against Arab Bank in Antiterrorism Act Lawsuit
- Feb 12, 2018
- Publications
Second Circuit Vacates and Remands Judgment against Arab Bank in Antiterrorism Act Lawsuit
On February 9, 2018, the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit handed down a decision recognizing important limitations on the scope of the Antiterrorism Act (“ATA”).
Secretary Johnson Appears on “NBC Nightly News”
- Feb 07, 2018
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Secretary Johnson Appears on “NBC Nightly News”
Secretary Johnson appeared on “NBC Nightly News” with Lester Holt on February 7.
Secretary Johnson Delivers Keynote Address on Cybersecurity at Legalweek New York
- Jan 30, 2018
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Secretary Johnson Delivers Keynote Address on Cybersecurity at Legalweek New York
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson was the keynote speaker at Legalweek New York 2018.
Secretary Johnson to Speak at JPMorgan’s Real Estate Investment Banking CEO Forum
- Jan 18, 2018
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Secretary Johnson to Speak at JPMorgan’s Real Estate Investment Banking CEO Forum
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson will speak at JPMorgan Chase & Co.’s Real Estate Investment Banking CEO Forum, an event that brings together a select group of decision makers and provides them with an opportunity for interacting…
Secretary Johnson to Deliver Legalweek New York Opening Address
- Jan 30, 2018
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Secretary Johnson to Deliver Legalweek New York Opening Address
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson will deliver the opening address at Legalweek New York 2018. Secretary Johnson’s speech, “Addressing Existential Threats – Surviving Turbulent Times and Finding a Way Forward,” will discuss how the legal …
Secretary Johnson Interviewed by ABC News at the Site of Bomb Blast
- Dec 12, 2017
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Secretary Johnson Interviewed by ABC News at the Site of Bomb Blast
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson was interviewed by ABC News at the Port Authority Bus Terminal after the December 11 terrorist attack. “Terrorism cannot prevail if people refused to be terrorized,” Secretary Johnson said in the…
Secretary Johnson Profiled By Law360
- Nov 16, 2017
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Secretary Johnson Profiled By Law360
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson was featured in an in-depth interview in the “Expert Analysis” column of Law360.
Secretary Johnson to Participate With Former NJ Governor Tom Kean in Roundtable on Public Service
- Nov 30, 2017
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Secretary Johnson to Participate With Former NJ Governor Tom Kean in Roundtable on Public Service
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson will address the pursuit of public service in a roundtable discussion hosted by Bloomfield College on November 30.
Secretary Johnson to Speak at the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce
- Nov 15, 2017
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Secretary Johnson to Speak at the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson will speak at the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce Chairman’s Breakfast, hosted by the New York Law School.
Secretary Johnson to Debate at the Oxford Union in England
- Oct 24, 2017
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Secretary Johnson to Debate at the Oxford Union in England
On October 24 Secretary Johnson will participate in a debate at the Oxford Union in England on privacy and security issues.
Secretary Johnson to Speak at the Harvard Kennedy School
- Oct 16, 2017
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Secretary Johnson to Speak at the Harvard Kennedy School
On Monday, October 16 at 6:00pm Secretary Johnson will participate in a public discussion at the Harvard Kennedy School in Boston, moderated by MSNBC’s Rachel Maddow, “Perspectives on National Security.”
Secretary Johnson to Speak at Former President Vincente Fox’s Library in Mexico
- Oct 04, 2017
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Secretary Johnson to Speak at Former President Vincente Fox’s Library in Mexico
At the personal invitation of former Mexican President Vincente Fox, on October 4 Secretary Johnson will speak at Fox’s presidential library “Centro Fox” in Guanajuato, Mexico.
Secretary Johnson Speaks at Bloomberg Conference
- Sep 13, 2017
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Secretary Johnson Speaks at Bloomberg Conference
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson spoke at a recent Bloomberg conference focused on immediate measures the government and businesses must take to stop cyber attacks and protect our democratic process.
Secretary Johnson Speaks at AmCham Hong Kong
- Sep 05, 2017
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Secretary Johnson Speaks at AmCham Hong Kong
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson was the keynote speaker at a luncheon at the American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) in Hong Kong.
Secretary Johnson Interviewed on CNN
- Sep 05, 2017
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Secretary Johnson Interviewed on CNN
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson was interviewed by CNN International, from Hong Kong, about recent political developments relating to the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program.
Secretary Johnson Publishes Op-Ed in Support of DACA in The Wall Street Journal
- Aug 07, 2017
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Secretary Johnson Publishes Op-Ed in Support of DACA in The Wall Street Journal
In an Op-Ed for The Wall Street Journal, litigation partner Jeh Johnson advises President Trump to continue the policy of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), which defers deportation of certain undocumented immigrants…
Secretary Johnson Appears on “Face the Nation”
- Aug 06, 2017
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Secretary Johnson Appears on “Face the Nation”
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson appeared on “Face the Nation” on August 6 on the CBS network.
Secretary Johnson to Deliver Keynote Speech at Annual ABA Meeting
- Aug 10, 2017
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Secretary Johnson to Deliver Keynote Speech at Annual ABA Meeting
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson will deliver the keynote speech, “Perspectives on Homeland Security, Our Nation and Our Government,” during the Passing of the Gavel Luncheon at the American Bar Association’s upcoming annual meeting in…
Steps to Strengthen Cybersecurity
- Jul 25, 2017
- Videos
Steps to Strengthen Cybersecurity
In this video, litigation partner and former Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson discusses the current state of cybercrime, as well as fundamental steps companies can take to protect against a cyber-attack.
Secretary Johnson to Participate at Capitol Hill National Security Forum
- Jun 22, 2017
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Secretary Johnson to Participate at Capitol Hill National Security Forum
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson will participate in a panel conversation, “Strengthening Homeland Security,” at the Capitol Hill National Security Forum.
Secretary Johnson to Testify Before House Committee on Russian Investigation
- Jun 21, 2017
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Secretary Johnson to Testify Before House Committee on Russian Investigation
On June 21, litigation partner Jeh Johnson will testify in a public session of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence on the subject of Russian attempts to interfere with the 2016 election.
Secretary Johnson, Rick Rule and Adam Givertz Participate in Seminar on Canada and U.S. Relations
- May 15, 2017
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Secretary Johnson, Rick Rule and Adam Givertz Participate in Seminar on Canada and U.S. Relations
Litigation partners Jeh Johnson and Rick Rule and corporate partner Adam Givertz participated in Paul, Weiss’s lunch seminar in Toronto, “Perspectives on Canada and U.S. Relations.”
Secretary Johnson to Speak at The Common Good Forum & American Spirit Awards
- May 12, 2017
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Secretary Johnson to Speak at The Common Good Forum & American Spirit Awards
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson will speak on global threats and opportunities at The Common Good Forum & American Spirit Awards.
Secretary Johnson to Speak at CUNY School of Law’s Sorensen Center for International Peace and Justice
- May 01, 2017
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Secretary Johnson to Speak at CUNY School of Law’s Sorensen Center for International Peace and Justice
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson will deliver the keynote address tonight at an event sponsored by the CUNY School of Law’s Sorensen Center for International Peace and Justice.
Secretary Johnson to Speak at Third Circuit Judicial Conference
- Apr 19, 2017
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Secretary Johnson to Speak at Third Circuit Judicial Conference
Secretary Jeh Johnson will deliver the keynote address at the 73rd Judicial Conference of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit.
Secretary Johnson to Speak at National Security and Innovation Event
- Apr 12, 2017
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Secretary Johnson to Speak at National Security and Innovation Event
Secretary Jeh Johnson will participate in a panel discussion focused on innovation and entrepreneurship efforts related to national security.
Secretary Jeh Johnson Addresses the Oxford Union
- Mar 08, 2017
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Secretary Jeh Johnson Addresses the Oxford Union
Secretary Johnson delivered a keynote speech to a capacity audience at the Oxford Union on March 8.
Paul, Weiss to Host The Partnership for New York City
- Mar 16, 2017
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Paul, Weiss to Host The Partnership for New York City
On March 16, Paul, Weiss will host a breakfast meeting of The Partnership for New York City.
Secretary Jeh Johnson to Deliver Keynote Speech at U.S. Travel Association’s Secure Tourism Summit
- Apr 19, 2017
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Secretary Jeh Johnson to Deliver Keynote Speech at U.S. Travel Association’s Secure Tourism Summit
Secretary Johnson will deliver the keynote speech at the upcoming U.S. Travel Association's Secure Tourism Summit.
Client Alert: The Regulatory and Enforcement Outlook for Financial Institutions in 2017
- Feb 22, 2017
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Client Alert: The Regulatory and Enforcement Outlook for Financial Institutions in 2017
Economic sanctions, anti-money laundering and cybersecurity remain at the forefront of U.S. regulatory priorities. In this memorandum, we survey major developments and trends in these areas in 2016 and early 2017 and provide an…
Former Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson Rejoins Paul, Weiss
- Jan 23, 2017
- Firm News
Former Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson Rejoins Paul, Weiss
Former Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson has rejoined Paul, Weiss as a partner in its Litigation Department. He will be advising clients on crisis management, government and internal investigations, high-stakes litigation and …
U.S. Senate Confirms Jeh Johnson as Secretary of Homeland Security
- Dec 16, 2013
- Client News
U.S. Senate Confirms Jeh Johnson as Secretary of Homeland Security
As has been widely reported, the U.S. Senate confirmed former litigation partner Jeh Johnson as head of the Department of Homeland Security. Jeh was nominated by President Obama in October, and his nomination was approved by the…
Jeh Johnson Nominated for Secretary of Homeland Security
- Oct 18, 2013
- Client News
Jeh Johnson Nominated for Secretary of Homeland Security
As has been widely reported, President Obama announced his nomination of litigation partner Jeh Johnson to become the next Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security. President Obama made his announcement during a …
Jeh Johnson Appears on "The Rachel Maddow Show"
- May 22, 2013
- Client News
Jeh Johnson Appears on "The Rachel Maddow Show"
Jeh Johnson Delivers Keynote Address at Fordham Conference
- Mar 18, 2013
- Events
Jeh Johnson Delivers Keynote Address at Fordham Conference
Keynote Address: “Their Cause Is Our Cause”
- Mar 02, 2013
- Client News
Keynote Address: “Their Cause Is Our Cause”
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson delivered the keynote address at the Harvard Black Students Law Association's 30th Annual Spring Conference. The speech, entitled "Their Cause is our Cause," noted the current struggle for marriage…
Paul, Weiss Welcomes Former General Counsel of the Department of Defense Back to Private Practice
- Jan 22, 2013
- Client News
Paul, Weiss Welcomes Former General Counsel of the Department of Defense Back to Private Practice
Jeh Charles Johnson, the former General Counsel of the Department of Defense, has resumed the private practice of law as a partner in Paul, Weiss's litigation department, resident in Washington, D.C. At the Department of…
A Quiet Hero Leaves the Pentagon, Huffington Post
- Jan 03, 2013
- Client News
A Quiet Hero Leaves the Pentagon, Huffington Post
Johnson Set to Leave Defense, Expected to Return to Paul, Weiss, New York Law Journal
- Dec 07, 2012
- Client News
Johnson Set to Leave Defense, Expected to Return to Paul, Weiss, New York Law Journal
Jeh Johnson: A Hero of DADT Repeal Resigns, Washington Post Blog
- Dec 06, 2012
- Client News
Jeh Johnson: A Hero of DADT Repeal Resigns, Washington Post Blog
Pentagon's Top Lawyer to Resign, The New York Times
- Dec 06, 2012
- Client News
Pentagon's Top Lawyer to Resign, The New York Times
End the War on Terror and Save Billions, Washington Post op-ed by Fareed Zakaria
- Dec 06, 2012
- Client News
End the War on Terror and Save Billions, Washington Post op-ed by Fareed Zakaria
Awards & Recognition
Secretary Johnson Receives MLK Legacy Award From Felician University
- Jan 28, 2020
- Awards
Secretary Johnson Receives MLK Legacy Award From Felician University
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson was the recipient of Felician University’s 2020 Martin Luther King Jr. Legacy Award.
Secretary Johnson to Co-Chair Newly Launched Forum to Protect Digital Democracy
- Nov 21, 2019
- Awards
Secretary Johnson to Co-Chair Newly Launched Forum to Protect Digital Democracy
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson will join former Sen. Kelly Ayotte and former U.S. Deputy Chief Technology Officer Nicole Wong as co-chairs of the Digital Freedom Forum, a newly launched effort as part of the Center for a New American…
Secretary Johnson Receives ADL’s Human Relations Award
- Oct 31, 2019
- Awards
Secretary Johnson Receives ADL’s Human Relations Award
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson was honored by the Anti-Defamation League with its Human Relations Award.
Secretary Johnson Receives Columbia’s Annual Black Alumni Council Heritage Award
- Feb 26, 2019
- Awards
Secretary Johnson Receives Columbia’s Annual Black Alumni Council Heritage Award
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson received the Black Alumni Council’s (BAC) Heritage Award at Columbia University’s BAC Heritage Award & Scholarship Reception.
Secretary Johnson Receives Ronald Reagan Peace Through Strength Award
- Dec 01, 2018
- Awards
Secretary Johnson Receives Ronald Reagan Peace Through Strength Award
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson, alongside retired four-star general Jack Keane, received the Ronald Reagan Peace Through Strength Award at the Sixth Annual Reagan National Defense Forum.
Ted Wells and Secretary Johnson Among Savoy Magazine’s Most Influential Black Lawyers
- Jul 16, 2018
- Awards
Ted Wells and Secretary Johnson Among Savoy Magazine’s Most Influential Black Lawyers
Litigation partners Ted Wells and Jeh Johnson were named to Savoy Magazine’s “Most Influential Black Lawyers” list.
Secretary Johnson to Receive John J. McCloy Award
- May 16, 2018
- Awards
Secretary Johnson to Receive John J. McCloy Award
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson will receive The Fund for Modern Courts’ John J. McCloy Award, which recognizes lawyers who have made outstanding contributions to improving the administration of justice in New York State.
Secretary Johnson Named “Cyber Security and Data Privacy Trailblazer” by The National Law Journal
- Dec 19, 2017
- Awards
Secretary Johnson Named “Cyber Security and Data Privacy Trailblazer” by The National Law Journal
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson was recognized as a “Cyber Security and Data Privacy Trailblazer” by The National Law Journal.
Secretary Johnson to Receive Theodore Roosevelt Leadership Award
- Sep 20, 2017
- Awards
Secretary Johnson to Receive Theodore Roosevelt Leadership Award
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson will be honored with the Theodore Roosevelt Leadership Award at the annual awards reception of the Citizens Crime Commission of New York City, a nonprofit focused on improving criminal justice and public …
Secretary Johnson to Be Honored With the Anti-Defamation League’s Gorowitz Institute Service Award in Washington, D.C.
- May 03, 2017
- Awards
Secretary Johnson to Be Honored With the Anti-Defamation League’s Gorowitz Institute Service Award in Washington, D.C.
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson will be honored at the Anti-Defamation League’s (ADL) National Leadership Summit.
Secretary Johnson Receives NYSBA Pioneer Award
- Apr 27, 2017
- Awards
Secretary Johnson Receives NYSBA Pioneer Award
The New York State Bar Association presented its George Bundy Smith Pioneer Award to Secretary Jeh Johnson.