The KMJ Law staff represents a variety of backgrounds compiling years of service and thousands of clients represented in the legal field. Kesa has assembled the ideal team to represent clients with the determination, organization and the efficiency each case requires.
Kesa M. Johnston
Attorney
Kesa M. Johnston graduated from Jones School of Law in 2003 after founding the Women’s Student Association and serving as the first President. After law school she moved to Randolph County Alabama April 1, 2004. KMJ was the first female attorney in private practice and one of only 8 lawyers in in the county. In 2009 she started her own firm specializing in what she refers to as Small Town Street Law which includes domestic relations, business representation, real estate closings, and criminal defense. After striking out as a solo, Johnston committed to building a firm that uses relevant technology and maintains systems that help clients with efficient communication while making it easier for staff to manage cases.
Kesa has passion for paying it forward and continuing to mentor new lawyers in particular those in rural areas where local Bar membership and activities may not be as vibrant or supportive. Kesa was recently reelected as a Bar Commissioner after serving in 2007-2010. When she is not in the office, KMJ’s extracurriculars include serving District 5 in her local City Council, remodeling rental houses and commercial buildings, collecting vinyl and listening to untold hours of bluegrass music that she considers a price she must pay for some past wrong and for loving a West Virginia man.
Mary M. Brown
Real Estate Paralegal
Mary joined KMJ Law in October 2010. Mary has over 30 years of knowledge and experience researching property titles and performing real estate closings in Chambers, Randolph, Cleburne, Lee, Clay and other East Alabama counties. Over the years, Mary has developed a close rapport and positive reputation with numerous Alabama and Georgia realtors and loan officers. Those close, trusted relationships help to serve our clients well.
Mary graduated from Riverdale Senior High School in Riverdale, Georgia and attended Clayton State College in Morrow, Georgia. She received extensive training at the National Center for Paralegal Training in Atlanta, Georgia. Mary and her husband Doug have two children, Natalie and Nathan.
Laura Moore
Office Manager/Legal Assistant
Laura Moore is originally from Kennesaw, Georgia, but moved to Roanoke after marrying her husband Lew. However, Laura is not a stranger to Randolph County as she spent most holidays and summer vacation at her grandparents farm just outside of Roanoke. Laura graduated from Lassiter High School in Marietta, Georgia in 2005 and later received her Bachelor of Science degree in Building Science for Auburn University in 2011. Prior to joining the firm in February 2016, Moore worked in the commercial construction industry in Atlanta, Georgia and later in retail. Laura and her husband Lew have one child, Henry. If you live in Roanoke you likely already know Henry as he never meets a stranger. When Laura and Lew are not shuffling from tball or soccer games, they enjoy time with family and friends and enjoying the relaxing life in the country.
Luke Farmer
Associate Attorney
Luke Farmer joined KMJ Law as an Associate Attorney in 2024, bringing with him a broad and versatile legal background. His areas of practice include criminal defense, civil litigation, estate planning, probate, and domestic and family law. Prior to joining the firm, Luke served as an Assistant District Attorney in Lee County, Alabama. He gained valuable experience in campaign finance and election law through clerkships with law firms and legislative offices.
A native of Roanoke, Luke is a proud graduate of Auburn University where he played football for the Auburn Tigers and was a member of Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity. He went on to earn his J.D., cum laude, from Faulkner University’s Thomas Goode Jones School of Law. During law school Luke distinguished himself as President of the Student Bar Association and Senior Editor of the Faulkner Law Review. He was also selected as a Legal Studies Institute Scholar, completing a semester focused on law and economics at the Antonin Scalia Law School in Washington, D.C.
Luke and his wife Sarah met while attending Auburn and now have three sons: L.J. (Luke Jr.), John, and Isaac. As a family they enjoy exploring parks, libraries, and kid-friendly spots around town. In his free time Luke enjoys golfing, hunting, and fishing. He is also a passionate sports fan, especially when it comes to rooting on the Auburn Tigers.
Danielle
Legal Assistant
Danielle is a Roanoke native who joined the KMJ Law team in 2024. As a new legal assistant, she makes it a priority to find positive ways to assist clients with efficient and compassionate communication. Danielle’s young son inspires her to work hard each day, not only to improve her own skills but also to help everyone she comes in contact with. When Danielle is not at work she enjoys cooking and spending time with her family.