Legal guidance shaped by judgment, preparation, and care.
Karis Joi Johnson founded Blue Ribbon Law Group to provide legal guidance that is thoughtful, structured, and client-centered. Her approach is calm and practical: understand the issue, explain the options, identify the right level of support, and help clients move forward with a clear next step. Clients come to Karis when they want more than a quick answer. They want judgment, preparation, and strategy from someone who understands that legal decisions are also life decisions.
A background built for family-centered advocacy.
Karis Joi Johnson built Blue Ribbon Law Group for people who need calm, practical legal guidance before making an important decision. Her work is centered on helping clients understand what is in front of them, identify what matters, choose the right level of support, and move forward with greater clarity. Before becoming an attorney, Karis worked in education as a special education teacher and district-level administrator. That experience shaped the way she practices law today. She understands that legal issues often affect more than paperwork — they can affect children, family stability, school support, finances, future planning, and peace of mind. Her background also includes public service and policy work, including service as Legislative Counsel on Capitol Hill. Across her career, Karis has focused on helping people navigate complex systems with dignity, preparation, and practical next steps.
Practical experience across law, education, and public service.
Karis’s background gives Blue Ribbon clients a practical, people-centered perspective on legal decisions that affect families, children, schools, property, and the future. She is licensed to practice law in Texas.
Legal Education
J.D., St. Mary’s University School of Law. Recipient of the Pro Bono and Public Service Award for commitment to service.
Education Leadership
Former special education teacher and school district administrator with experience supporting students, families, school teams, and complex education decisions.
Public Service
Former Legislative Counsel on Capitol Hill, with policy experience involving family issues, justice reform, and systems that affect everyday lives.
Broader Training
Master of Public Administration in Urban Economic Development from St. Mary’s University, where she was named a Distinguished Graduate, and B.A. from New York University.
“Would this be good enough for my own child, my own family, or my future self?"
The question behind the work. Karis approaches each matter with a practical question in mind: what level of care, clarity, and preparation would be good enough for her own family? That question shapes the way Blue Ribbon helps clients slow the moment down, understand their options, and choose the next step with care.
Start with clarity. Choose the next step.
You do not need to have everything figured out before reaching out. Whether you are facing a family transition, planning for the future, or advocating for your child, we can help you understand your options and take the next right step.