Kenneth (Ken) Johnson focuses on mergers, acquisitions, and regulatory affairs, as well as joint ventures and other general business and contract matters.

During his time at Foley, Ken’s client-centered approach has permitted him to serve as a trusted advisor to companies and business owners, guiding them through complex transactions and opportunities. He works with companies in all stages of development, from start-up to established industry-leaders. Clients in the energy, electrified mobility, and manufacturing industries make up the bulk of his current practice.

Ken advises clients navigating operational business issues, regulatory matters, entity governance, and advocates for them before political and administrative governmental bodies. His practice supports companies’ efforts to acquire new business from government entities, major manufacturers, and other institutional customers. He also has experience representing public-benefit entities. In addition to representing businesses he devotes time to pro-bono representation of community-focused nonprofit organizations, especially in the City of Detroit and across Michigan.

Ken actively supports the Detroit Regional Chamber’s MichAuto advocacy committee, which works with lawmakers and businesses to promote the growth and retention of mobility-related opportunities in Michigan.

Ken joined the firm as a summer associate in 2018. Prior to joining Foley, he worked as a summer associate assisting with bond issuances and real estate matters for public schools and municipalities. He was also a founding member of the University of Michigan Health System Finance Development Program, where he worked as a finance and strategy consultant prior to law school.