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Licensed in South Carolina for 4 years
State: South Carolina
Acquired: 2021
No misconduct found
Licensed in Georgia for 8 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2017
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 13 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Licensed in Massachusetts for 14 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Julie A. Franklin
100 Bull Street, Ste. 200, Savannah, GA, 31401
Franklin Legal Services
PO Box 2976, Bluffton, SC, 29910
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Julie A. Franklin's Reviews
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62 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Communication Style
Posted by Laura | March 09, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Hire Her.
Julie is top notch. She helped me with several sticky issues involving my deceased partner's estate and the sale of my home. Her communication is clear and timely. Her advice is well reasoned. Her negotiation skills are superb. Definitely a no nonsense attorney. Hire her. Follow her directions...
Posted by John H. | April 04, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
Wills and Estate Planning
Worked with Ms. Franklin on our Wills. In addition to producing the documents, the greatest value was in the conversations that we had in selecting people to handle our affairs and things to consider while alive verses leaving it up to the estate to manage. She also prepares a comprehensive set of ...
Posted by Ajit | December 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Foreclosure
Help with default mortgage loan modification
Due to non payment our house was put on a foreclosure. I had retained an agency but they were not very helpful. We retained Ms Julie Franklin and she was extremely helpful. She worked with the loan provider and determine that there was an inherent problem with their communication. She made the case s...
Posted by Edward | September 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Bankruptcy, Loan modification, credit counseling and short sale
Simply put Julie was outstanding. We hired her to help us through a very difficult financial dilemma which resulted in us filing for bankruptcy. Judy made sure we were clear about all of our options and we were comfortable with our final decision. She also helped us out of a bad arrangement with a...
Posted by Maureen | October 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Instrumental in getting the job done!!!
Honestly, I can't say enough about the help Julie provided to my family and I during the past year. What we initially thought was going to be an easy transaction turned into an unexpected nightmare. My mom passed away over a year ago and the plan was for my sister and her family to sell their house...
Julie A. Franklin's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer, Julie Franklin. Julie is one of the very best attorneys in the Savannah/Bluffton areas. She is knowledgeable, transparent with clients, and isn't afraid of a fight. It is an honor to know and work with her."
"I went to law school with Attorney Franklin and she is one of the brightest and thoughtful attorneys I know. I endorse this lawyer."
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"Attorney Franklin is tough, tenacious, and gives her clients 100% attention and dedication. I've known Attorney Franklin since law school, but have had the pleasure of working with her on a case recently as opposing counsel. She is a consummate professional and I endorse her without hesitation."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Julie Franklin is by far the most tenacious lawyer I've ever encountered. Thankfully, I've never had to go up against her as opposing counsel because her reputation for zealous advocacy on behalf of her clients is unmatched. If a client is looking for a pitbull of an attorney, Julie Franklin is the woman for the job."
"I endorse Julie because she is an exceptional attorney who delivers on promises she makes to her clients. She provides appropriate advice as the circumstances warrant and I would trust her to lead my clients in the right direction."
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"Julie is a hard working and experienced bankruptcy attorney. I have referred clients to Julie to counsel them on bankruptcy matters and they are all happy with her representation. She is top shelf in this specialized practice area."
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"I endorse this lawyer. After reviewing many of Attorney Franklin's responses to complicated legal matters it is clear that she has the utmost knowledge of bankruptcy law, both chapter 7 and 13 cases. She is a great asset to the bankruptcy bar and I wholeheartedly endorse her."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Complex Probate Litigation, Elite Lawyer
2024
Complex Probate Litigation, Elite Lawyer
2024
Full Service Law Firms, Best of Georgia
2023
Full Service Law Firm, Best of Georgia
2021
Full Service Law Firm Regional Winner, Best of Georgia
2015
Boston Best Bankruptcy Law, Best Businesses
2014
Boston Best Bankruptcy Law, Best Businesses
Work Experience
2025 - Present
Of Counsel, Smith Barid, LLC
2018 - Present
Principal, Law Office of Julie A. Franklin
2009 - Present
Of Counsel, Law Office of Jeffrey M. Frankel
2014 - 2018
Of Counsel, Affordable Law Group
Associations
2017 - Present
Georgia State Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2013 - 2016
Horizons for Homeless ChildrenVolunteer
2013 - 2016
Boston Bar Association, Volunteer Lawyers ProjectVolunteer Attorney
2011 - 2017
Massachusetts Bar AssociationMember
2011 - 2017
Boston Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Matter Settled
Education
2011
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2025
Legal Panel: Guidance on Depositions, Documentation and Release of Information
2015
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Is a DCF social worker considered an expert witness
10 Nov 2014
Received notification of Motion for alias execution for judgment obtained (by default) i11/20/2008 original lost /destroyed
18 Oct 2014
Can I request that my escrow account be closed and refunded when the home is going through a short sale??
22 Sep 2014