Julie A. Jones concentrates her practice on helping victims who have sustained injuries due a wrongdoer’s negligence. Prior to joining Hal K. Waldman and Associates, Ms. Jones worked as an Assistant District Attorney in Pittsburgh at the Allegheny County District Attorney’s Office for 5 years. During her time as a criminal prosecutor, Ms. Jones prosecuted hundreds of criminal non-jury and jury trials helping victims to seek justice. With countless hours spent inside the courtroom, Ms. Jones thoroughly understands when settlement negotiations have failed and tough trial advocacy is needed. She works diligently for her clients to secure the maximum compensation they deserve. Ms. Jones earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from Denison University in Granville, Ohio. She then returned to her native Pittsburgh to attend Duquesne School of Law where she graduated cum laude in 2011 and proceeded to dedicate her legal career to representing victims. Ms. Jones is licensed to practice law in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
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State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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PA | Active | 2011 | 11/17/2019 |
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Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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2017-2018 10 Best Personal Injury Attorneys | American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys | 2018 |
Top 10 Under 40 Attorney | National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys | 2018 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Assistant District Attorney | Allegheny County District Attorney's Office | 2012 - 2017 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Various Newspapers | Pedestrian Involved Crashes in Allegheny County 2013-2017 | 2018 |
TribLIVE | The 10 Most Dangerous Intersections for Pedestrians in Allegheny County | 2018 |
KDKA | Study Unveils Allegheny County’s Most Dangerous Intersections For Pedestrians | 2018 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Duquesne University School of Law | J.D | 2011 |
Denison University | B.A | 2007 |
Brian Sichko, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 25, 2019
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I have had multiple cases with Julie Jones as opposing counsel. Julie has an amazing attention for detail. She is a hard working, talented trial attorney. I endorse her.
Phillip Hong-Barco, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 6, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I highly endorse Julie Jones. Her personality, dedication to her clients, and legal talent put her clients in great hands.
Jonathan Voelker, Family Attorney on Jan 8, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Marc Daffner, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 2, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I wholeheartedly recommend Julie for any civil litigation matter. She is exceptionally qualified and always well-prepared.
Samir Sarna, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 17, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Julie is well respected in the legal community. She has a reputation for being well-prepared for court and effective for her clients. I endorse Julie without hesitation.
Adam Bishop, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 28, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
David Zuckerman, Criminal defense Attorney on May 24, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker
Ms. Jones is a rising Pittsburgh car accident and personal injury attorney. As a former prosecutor, Ms. Jones fought for justice on behalf of victims who sustained catastrophic injuries in DUI crashes, and she utilizes this experience to maximize compensation on her clients' behalf. Her strong courtroom presence and empathy for her clients helps her excel in this field.
Ryan James, Appeals Attorney on May 18, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I've tried cases against Julie. She knows her way around the courtroom. She's a very capable, competent, and professional trial lawyer.
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