Julie analyzes each case with an eye towards trial or litigation and implements a comprehensive strategy tailored to her clients’ needs.
Federal & State Criminal Defense | White Collar Investigations & Defense | Title IX & Student Defense | Professional Licensing Defense | Civil Rights Plaintiff's Litigation | Appeals
Julie works tirelessly to achieve the desired outcomes for her clients and to educate them about the often misunderstood realities of defending a criminal case. Her passion for her clients has been quickly recognized and respected by judges and her adversaries in state and federal courts, and both know that she will not back down when faced with unanticipated obstacles. The same holds true when defending students accused of misconduct or Title IX violations at colleges and universities. Julie carefully considers when best to use certain litigation strategies and confidently presses her adversaries in order to exercise and protect her clients’ rights.
Julie’s trial results earned the respect of the legal community, and she has attained significant victories despite her relatively short time in private practice. Since joining E. Stewart Jones Hacker Murphy, Julie has joined forces with James Knox and E. Stewart Jones, Jr. to defend against countless state and federal felonies. The guiding principal of her practice is that significant criminal cases require the attention of a team and if a case is to proceed to trial, at least two attorneys will be actively engaged with the client and present at the counsel table.
Although she is a passionate trial attorney, some of her greatest victories are when trial or even criminal charges are avoided because of a dismissal of an indictment, a favorable plea bargain, or representation during a government investigation. Julie always considers the entire impact a criminal case has on a client and often advises and represents clients on collateral matters including litigating parallel civil enforcement proceedings or defending a client’s professional license following criminal charges. Should an appeal be required in a client’s case, she is trained as a former New York State Court of Appeals judicial clerk to draft and argue cases before appellate courts.
Practice areas
State and federal criminal defense from DWIs to federal felonies
Title IX; Student Disciplinary or Misconduct; State and Federal lawsuits challenging decisions by colleges and universities
Plaintiff side federal civil rights lawsuits vindicating rights for clients in cases of excessive force, unlawful arrest, unlawful search and seizure, unlawful imprisonment, and unlawful racial, sexual, religious or national origin discrimination.
Languages spoken
English
E. Stewart Jones Hacker Murphy LLP
200 Harborside Drive
Suite 300
Schenectady, NY, 12305
E. Stewart Jones Hacker Murphy LLP
511 Broadway
Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866
E. Stewart Jones Hacker Murphy LLP
1659 Central Avenue
Suite 103
Albany, NY, 12205
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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NJ | Active | 2015 | 08/08/2019 |
NY | Currently registered | 2015 | 12/09/2020 |
Legal answers | 0 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Rising Star, Upstate New York Criminal Defense | SuperLawyers | 2020 |
Rising Star, Upstate New York Criminal Defense | Super Lawyers | 2019 |
Sylvia D. Garland Award for Excellence in Civil Litigation | New York Law School | 2014 |
Chief Justice Rose E. Bird Award re Public Interest Law | New York Law School | 2014 |
Order of the Barristers | New York Law School | 2014 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | E. Stewart Jones Hacker Murphy LLP | 2017 - Present |
Judicial Law Clerk | The Honorable Gary L. Sharpe, U.S. District Court Northern District of New York | 2015 - 2017 |
Central Staff Attorney | New York State Court Of Appeals | 2014 - 2015 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys | Member | 2018 - Present |
Capital District Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 2017 - Present |
Albany County Bar Association | Member | 2015 - Present |
Capital District Women's Bar Association | Member | 2015 - Present |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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New York Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 2014 |
State University of New York, College at Geneseo | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2009 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Civil Rights Law, New York Law School | Police Brutality Cases in Federal Court, Guest Lecturer | 2019 |
New York Law School | Judicial Clerkships, Panelist | 2019 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Matter of EC, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Title IX matter | No violation of University's Title IX Sexual Misconduct Policy |
People v. Stolz, Warren County Court | Alford plea with 4 1/2 year determinate sentence; potential criminal exposure 40+ years. |
People v. Robert Nickol, Albany County, 2018 | Top and only felony count acquitted by jury at trial. |
People v. Lentini, 163 AD3d 1052 [3d Dep't 2018] | Retrial granted. District Attorney's Office removed for prosecutorial misconduct. Special Prosecutor appointed. Felony case resolved with Misdemeanor plea. |
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Rosemary McKenna, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 17, 2020
Relationship: Co-worker
Julie has a strong ability to analyze problems and work out strategic solutions whenever possible. She has a strong grasp of the law -- one which belies the length of her time as lawyer. Julie accepts any opportunity to enhance her (already impressive) legal skills and knowledge. These characteristics, together with her excellent writing and communication skills, have earned her respect among those in her field and colleagues, and make her a wonderful asset to her clients. It is a privilege to be her colleague. I endorse this lawyer.
Nicholas Evanovich, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 6, 2019
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Julie is a fantastic lawyer. She is a great advocate and is excellent at finding the important issues on a case. Don't hesitate to contact or hire her, you won't be disappointed.
Marc Pallozzi, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 23, 2018
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I was assigned Special Prosecutor on a very complex multi-jurisdictional case where Ms. Nociolo was defense counsel. There were complex issues of law that -- if addressed incorrectly -- could have resulted in her client going to State Prison. Ms. Nociolo did a terrific job managing all of the moving parts, advocating on behalf of her client, communicating with opposing counsel, and refusing to back down from a County Judge who disagreed with her legal position. It is rare that a case can resolve with the prosecution, the defense, and the Judge all satisfied with the outcome. It happened in this case in large part because of Ms. Nociolo's tireless efforts on behalf of her client.
James Knox, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 24, 2018
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
I wholeheartedly endorse Julie. She is an excellent advocate, skilled in the law and courtroom presentation, who works hard for her clients in and out of court. She can be trusted to find a creative solution to tough legal problems. She puts her clients' interests first and doesn't stop working until the best possible outcome is achieved.
John Harwick, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 27, 2018
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer. Julie is a bright young lawyer who will serve her clients well.