Attorney Julia Holley is an Atlanta native with a reputation for creative problem solving in negotiations and fearless grit in the courtroom. Passionate about criminal defense and social justice, Julia is known for her laid back and shoot-straight attitude with her clients. She always works to resolve cases as quickly as possible while still protecting her client's rights - prioritizing their abilities to get their lives back.
Attorney Holley started her career in Walton and Fulton County Public Defender's offices, before joining the Willis Law Firm team in 2024. She practices in all areas of criminal defense, but specializes in DUI law, with over 91% of her cases resolving with no conviction to DUI. Julia is fluent in both Spanish and English, giving her a special leg up in cases with language barriers and communication issues.
Julia was a selected speaker at the Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers in 2024. She has also given presentations at Georgia State University College of Law and at the Fulton County Public Defender's officer on defending your rights and challenging administrative hearings. She notably presented at the United Nations during the Many Languages One World Conference in 2014, the youngest person chosen to speak.
Julia graduated with a B.A. from Eckerd College double majoring in International Business and Spanish in 2016. She then returned to her hometown of Atlanta to pursue law, graduating with her J.D. from Georgia State University, graduating in 2020. She lives in Roswell with her cat, dog, and rescue husband. When she's not at the office, you can find Julia getting creative in the kitchen or enjoying the outdoors hiking, fishing, or scuba diving.
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750 Hammond Dr, Building 10, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA, 30328
42 Client Reviews
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Posted by Natasha | June 16, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Always supported and informed
I cannot thank Julia Holley enough for the outstanding work on my case. From the beginning, Julia was professional and knowledgeable. Julia always communicated clearly with me every step of the way. Julia carefully reviewed all the evidence and built a strong defense that ultimately resulted my char...
Posted by anonymous | June 03, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Excellent Lawyer. My Case Was Dismissed entirely.
Julia Holley is an excellent lawyer deserving of 5 stars. She is very professional and good at what she does. She got my DUI case dismissed and prevented it from ever being on my record. She handled my case very well and did an excellent job. I would recommend her.
Posted by Fredisha | February 04, 2026 | Hired Attorney
True Calling
Compelling was the exact words that the judge used to describe Julia’s defense. From the first time ,that I spoke with Julia,I knew that she was the attorney that I needed, fighting, in my loved ones corner as we fought a DUI probation revocation case. She’s compassionate about what she does. She’...
Posted by Emily | January 11, 2026 | Hired Attorney
She will fight for you till the end !
She was absolutely AMAZING ! She worked with me through out my case and truly was a blessing I needed in a hard time. She’s someone I would personally recommend to anyone in the same boat as I was. She did more in a short period of time than my last lawyer did , fyi I had my last one for 2 years. All...
Posted by Obie | December 15, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Wonder DUI Defense
Julia Holly represented me on a dui case in which she was able to get it lowered to reckless driving and I only had to pay a fine. I highly recommend her because she's very knowledgeable in her field, Willis Law Firm has good motions, and she knows how to speak with the prosecutors and judge.
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2024 - Present
Attorney, The Willis Law Firm
2022 - 2024
Assistant Public Defender I, Fulton County Public Defender's Office
2021 - 2022
Public Defense Attorney, Walton County Public Defender
2020
Juris Doctor
2016
BA - Bachelor of Arts - Spanish & International Business
2024
Inspirational 5! Improving Perspectives on Criminal Defense Attorneys
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