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On a daily basis, Julie lives her lifelong passion for providing competent representation to people like you facing criminal prosecution. As a certified specialist in criminal law, one of less than a hundred such specialists in Arizona, Julie never lessens her zeal in expertly navigating her clients through the turbulent waters of the nightmare criminal charges bring not only to the person charged, but to every aspect of that person’s life, including family, friends and basic economic security.
Julie brings more than 17 years of experience with her, experience that ranges from the trenches of the public defender's office to the detailed, high end representation of clients from a private criminal defense firm. From representing a juvenile charged with the murder of his own parents to working to save a woman from the death penalty, Julie has worked on hundreds of criminal cases. Whether the charge is a simple disturbance of the peace, possession of an illegal substance, sexual misconduct, or the most heinous murder, Julie’s focus remains on point and Julie’s legal skills work to the benefit of her clients.
Julie views her clients not as defendants but as neighbors, as someone’s son, as a husband’s wife. Julie’s clients are people first, and people Julie always remembers are layered with complexity. Without fail, Julie puts a smile on the face of her clients yet always provides a clear, concise explanation of what each and every client can expect. No case is too small as Julie always remembers that each client treasures liberty, seeks solid legal advice, and wishes to have the full protection of the United States Constitution used to its maximum benefit.
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202 South First Avenue, Suite 301-C, Yuma, AZ, 85364
25 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 10 reviews | Criminal Defense
Posted by Derek | July 28, 2020 | Criminal Defense
Excellent Knowledge & Advice
I was facing a case in regards to charges I'm completely unfamiliar with and have not had much experience with courts or how to proceed. After doing some research on Yuma as I live hours away in a different town, it came clear Julie was going to be the best very quick just based off of reviews and re...
Posted by Francisco | August 06, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Great Attorney
I had a DUI to the slightest degree and I consulted with Julie M McDonald, I explained the situation and she offered me to help. Julie worked hard to proof my innocence, she was always aware of my emails and calls, always with the best attitude. The case was dismissed and I will always be grateful fo...
Posted by Christopher | August 05, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Far above expectations
Attorney McDonald took my case on without hesitation, with diligence and attentive attention to detail. Charges were dismissed and she has followed up throughout the counter charges filed against the accuser. She has continued to keep me well informed above and beyond.
Posted by Teddy B | October 01, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Impeccable Attorney, Kindred spirit.
Having to rely on a public defender you've never met, to help you out of a big hole is a frightening position to be in. Fear not. Julie couldn't have been more professional, honest, or pragmatic. After one phone call, & an one office visit, my world completely changed for the better. Thoroughly...
Posted by Michael | July 07, 2015 | Criminal Defense
Julie Believed in Me, and Turned My Life Around
After meeting with a few attorneys in Yuma, I didn't feel very confident in my case. But when I met with Julie, she noted every single little detail and really did her due diligence to get to a point where she could present my case. She saved me from being a convicted felon at the age of 18, and sinc...
"Julie is one of the few lawyers I know who loves her work and looks forward to knowing all she can about her client's case. Julie reviews new cases and changes in the law daily so that she is aware of any change effecting her clients. Without a doubt, Julie knows her stuff. A client will be hard-pressed to find a defense attorney willing to focus as much time, attention and professionalism to a case than Julie. Defending criminal charges amounts to defending a client's future as well as the future of a client's loved-ones. Julie cares and she is laser smart. When everything is on the line, Julie has her client's back. As a certified specialist in criminal law and as a person who cares for her individual client, Julie is the lawyer I refer my own clients to when criminal charges are an issue."
Family lawyer
2014 - Present
Judge Pro Temp, Yuma Municipal Court
2014 - Present
Criminal Law Specialist, Julie M. McDonald, PC
2012 - Present
Criminal Justice Panel, Federal Government
2013 - 2014
Criminal Law Specialist, Metcalf & McDonald, P.C.
2008 - 2013
Associate, Private Law Firm
2007 - 2008
Deputy Legal Defender, Yuma County Legal Defender's Office
2000 - 2007
Deputy Legal Defender, Cochise County Legal Defender's Office
2014 - Present
National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws
2000 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
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Low prison term
Deferred prosecution
Probation.
Dismissed
2000
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2017
Criminal Defense Attorneys
2008
Juvenile Defendants in Adult Court
2006
2001
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