Julie has been certified by the North Carolina State Bar as a Specialist in Family Law.
Julie focuses on finding practical, efficient solutions to her clients’ legal problems. She helps her clients minimize financial difficulties and uncertainties and reduce parenting conflicts so they can work toward a secure and stable future. Julie enjoys a close working relationship with her clients, and she finds it especially satisfying to help them resolve their legal issues so they can move into the next phase of their lives with a hopeful outlook.
She is a member of the North Carolina Bar Association, the North Carolina State Bar, the 14th Judicial District Bar, the 14th Judicial District Bar Association, and the North Carolina Association of Women Attorneys. She has organized continuing legal education and mentoring workshops for lawyers. Julie volunteered for the Durham Rape Crisis Center, the Orange County Women’s Center, the Durham Family Court’s Help Desk, and Urban Ministries of Durham
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Julie has served in leadership positions in her children’s schools and in neighborhood associations and was a principal organizer and leader of her neighborhood’s response to two land-use issues.
Julie and her husband, John Woodmansee, a teacher at the NC School of Science and Mathematics, have two children. She is a singer and musician, and she enjoys gardening and travel.
Practice areas
Separating is stressful, but having an understanding of the law, knowing what to expect from the process, and having the right attorney on your side helps. Call us at 919-403-0900.
30 years
With nearly 30 years of combined experience in family law, we bring a thorough knowledge of the law and years of practical experience to every client’s case. Call us at 919-403-0900.
With nearly 30 years of combined experience in family law, we bring a thorough knowledge of the law and years of practical experience to every client’s case. Call us at 919-403-0900.
With nearly 30 years of combined experience in family law, we bring a thorough knowledge of the law and years of practical experience to every client’s case. Call us at 919-403-0900.
30 years
We’ll explore your goals and concerns, advise whether a Prenuptial Agreement is truly needed in your situation, and help you think through what you want to achieve. Call us at 919-403-0900.
30 years
Languages spoken
English
Durham Family Law Group
3001 Academy Road Suite 120
Durham, NC, 27707-2653
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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NC | Active | 1990 | 12/17/2020 |
Legal answers | 0 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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AV Preeminent Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2020 |
AV Preeminent Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2019 |
Best Lawyers, Family Law Section | Best Lawyers in America | 2019 |
AV Preeminent Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2018 |
Best Lawyers, Family Law Section | Best Lawyers in America | 2018 |
AV Preeminent Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2017 |
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AV Preeminent Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2016 |
Board Certified Specialist - Family Law | North Carolina State Bar | 2012 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Durham Family Law Group | 2012 - Present |
Managing Partner | Law Office of Julie C. Woodmansee | 1997 - 2012 |
Associate | Pulley, Watson, King & Lischer | 1990 - 1997 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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North Carolina State Bar | Member | 1990 - Present |
14th Judicial District Bar | Member | 1990 - Present |
14th Judicial District Bar Association | Member | 1990 - Present |
North Carolina Bar Association | Member | N/A |
North Carolina Association of Women Attorneys | Member | N/A |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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UNC-Chapel Hill Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 1990 |
Davidson College | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1984 |
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Brian Johnston, Family Attorney on Apr 5, 2016
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I have worked with Julie as opposing counsel on several cases over the years and highly endorse her. She is an excellent and well-respected attorney. Julie is always a pleasure to work with. She is a consummate professional. She cares about her clients and works to obtain the best results possible for them.
Laurel Solomon, Family Attorney on Aug 22, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Julie is a lawyer's lawyer. She is a consummate professional. I have worked with Julie both as opposing counsel and as a collaborator on my matters. She is thorough, caring, calming, and goal-oriented. She carefully considers the issues and ramifications of decisions, and she offers practical solutions. I regularly refer matters to her when I am unable to handle them myself. I highly recommend her.
Judy Whisnant, Family Attorney on Aug 6, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I strongly endorse Julie Woodmansee as a knowledgeable, compassionate and effective family lawyer. Julie is smart, thorough and experienced with all aspects of divorce, custody, support and separation agreements. I highly recommend her.
Jeremy Atlas, Family Attorney on Aug 6, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Julie is a practical, solution-oriented attorney who cares about her clients. She is knowledgeable about the law and uses that legal knowledge to advocate for her clients both in and out of the courtroom.