Chris Johnson, JD, MBA
About Chris Johnson, JD, MBA
Chris Johnson, JD, MBA, is an Assistant General Counsel specializing in securities law at Shoals Technologies Group. He has a strong educational background from the University of Kentucky and extensive experience in corporate law, having worked at notable firms such as Kirkland & Ellis and Bass, Berry & Sims.
Current Role at Shoals Technologies Group
Chris Johnson serves as the Assistant General Counsel for Securities at Shoals Technologies Group. He has held this position since 2024, contributing to the legal aspects of securities within the organization. His role involves providing legal guidance and support related to securities compliance and corporate governance. The company is based in Nashville and Baltimore, where Johnson applies his expertise in navigating complex legal frameworks.
Previous Experience in Corporate Law
Prior to his current role, Chris Johnson worked at MarketWise as Assistant General Counsel - Corporate & Securities from 2023 to 2024. He also gained valuable experience as an Associate at Kirkland & Ellis from 2021 to 2023, where he worked in both Chicago and Nashville. Additionally, he was an Associate at Bass, Berry & Sims from 2018 to 2021 in the Greater Nashville Area. These positions provided him with a solid foundation in corporate law and securities regulation.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Chris Johnson holds multiple degrees from the University of Kentucky. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, magna cum laude, and a Bachelor’s degree in Economics, magna cum laude, both from 2011 to 2015. He furthered his education by obtaining a Doctor of Law (JD) from the J. David Rosenberg College of Law between 2015 and 2018. Additionally, he achieved a Master of Business Administration (MBA) during the same period. This diverse educational background supports his legal and business acumen.
Research and Writing Experience
Before entering corporate law, Chris Johnson gained experience in legal research and writing. He worked as a Research Assistant and Blog Writer for David Brennen at the University of Kentucky from 2016 to 2017. He also served as a Legal Research & Writing Assistant for Professor Melissa Henke during the same timeframe. These roles enhanced his research skills and provided him with practical insights into legal writing and analysis.