Tanita Johnson
Tanita was born and raised in the small town of Smithfield, Virginia. She attended George Mason University, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts in Integrative Studies with a concentration in Legal Studies and a minor in Social Justice in 2016. Tanita earned her Juris Doctor from North Carolina Central University School of Law in 2019. While in law school, she served as a Constitutional Law Research Assistant, participated in the Civil Litigation Clinic, and was recognized for her commitment to pro bono service.
Prior to joining Brownlee Whitlow & Praet, PLLC, Tanita represented clients in civil rights, post-conviction, criminal defense, personal injury, and complex litigation matters. Her diverse legal background has given her the opportunity to work with clients from many walks of life while helping them navigate a wide range of legal challenges. She enjoys building relationships with clients, helping them understand the legal process, and finding practical solutions to the issues they face. Tanita is excited to join Brownlee Whitlow & Praet and looks forward to continuing to grow her litigation practice while serving clients throughout North Carolina.
Outside of the office, Tanita enjoys traveling, cooking, hosting events, and spending quality time with her husband, son, family, and friends.
