Malika Johnson is a trusted and experienced litigator specializing in complex civil litigation, with a focus on all aspects of complex tort, product liability, premises liability, general liability and medical device litigation. Malika has a wide range of experience in litigation, from initial investigations through trial. Her innovative and pragmatic approach enables her to develop creative strategies that help solve difficult problems for her clients.
Malika has served on local, regional, and national counsel teams employing inventive strategies to deliver exceptional client services and results. In such roles, Malika has focused on an intentional priority of identifying risk and mitigation that aligns with the business objectives of the clients.
Prior to entering private practice, Malika served as a deputy prosecuting attorney in the special assault unit of the Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney. Her experience with trial teams on both sides of the courtroom provides her with a thorough understanding of all parts of the trial process to the benefit of her clients.
Areas of Focus
Product Liability
Specific to product liability, Malika's work ranges from the strategic management and defense of complex cases to boots-on-the-ground defense of single-plaintiff cases often alleging catastrophic injuries and/or death. Clients frequently retain her when a claim is asserted to investigate accidents or assess potential legal exposure.
Education
- Albany Law School (J.D., cum laude, 2006)
- University at Albany (M.A. Public Administration, 2006)
- University of California, Santa Cruz (B.A., 1998)
Bar Admissions
- Washington
- Oregon
Court Admissions
- U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
- U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington
- U.S. District Court, District of Oregon
Professional Affiliations
- Washington State Bar Association
- Washington Defense Trial Lawyers
- Mother Attorneys Mentoring Association of Seattle
Awards & Honors
America's Top 50 Lawyers - Toxic Torts - Washington 2025 & 2026
Selected for inclusion in Washington Super Lawyers®, Personal Injury Products: Defense, 2024
Contact info:
malika.johnson@wilsonelser.com
206.709.5904