At a Glance
Johnson brings significant experience in all aspects of single plaintiff litigation, restrictive covenant issues and traditional labor matters.
KANSAS CITY (August 18, 2025) – Littler, the world's largest employment and labor law practice representing management, has added Daniel Johnson as a shareholder in its Kansas City office. Johnson joins the firm from Ogletree Deakins, bringing significant experience in all aspects of single plaintiff litigation, restrictive covenant issues, and traditional labor matters.
"Daniel has a well-rounded and strategic practice, and we couldn't be happier to welcome him to the firm," said Erin Webber, Littler's managing director and president. "His deep litigation background and practical approach to resolving complex employment issues will be of tremendous value to our clients as they navigate today's ever-evolving workplace landscape."
Licensed in Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma, Johnson represents employers on a range of workplace issues, including discrimination and harassment, retaliation, whistleblower claims, wage and hour disputes, and restrictive covenant matters such as trade secrets, non-compete, non-solicitation, confidentiality, and non-disclosure agreements.
"With over two decades of experience and a multijurisdictional practice, Daniel is well positioned to support our clients in Kansas City and nationally," added Daniel Boatright, Littler's Kansas City office managing shareholder. "He has a strong reputation for advocating on behalf of employers both in and out of the courtroom in high stakes matters, and our clients will greatly benefit from his counsel."
Johnson's litigation practice includes representing employers before the National Labor Relations Board, the Department of Labor, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, and various state-level agencies. He has experience serving as first chair in labor arbitrations, as well as handling both jury and bench trials.
"I'm thrilled to join this exceptional team and contribute to the firm's demonstrated success in managing employment litigation as clients continue to confront a complex business environment," said Johnson. "Littler's global platform, deep bench of talent, and unwavering commitment to clients make it an ideal environment to grow my practice and help employers address their most pressing legal challenges."
Johnson received his J.D., with honors, from the University of Oklahoma College of Law and his B.A. from the University of Central Oklahoma.