Claire Johnson

Claire Johnson is a dedicated legal professional with extensive experience in public defense and education. Currently serving as a Deputy Public Defender at the Colorado State Public Defender since August 2024, Claire has also worked as a Museum Educator at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Previously, Claire held roles such as Research Assistant at the University of Denver - Sturm College of Law, focusing on constitutional issues, and various editorial positions with the University of Denver Water Law Review. Experience includes a Summer Clerk position at the Colorado Supreme Court and a Student Advocate role at the Sturm College of Law Criminal Defense Clinic. Claire earned a JD from the University of Denver - Sturm College of Law and holds dual BA degrees in International Relations and Affairs as well as Spanish Language and Literature from the University of Colorado Boulder. Early career experiences include campaign management, emergency shelter operations, and English language acquisition.