Julia McIlroy has represented thousands of clients charged with misdemeanors and felonies in Sonoma, Marin, and Solano Counties. Her experience, tenacity, and skill enables her to fight hard on her clients' behalf, or, when necessary, negotiate the best offer.
Julia grew up in the Bay Area and is deeply familiar with the community and District Attorney's offices. She has a wide range of experience, including working at the United States Attorney's office, Court of Appeal, Department of Justice, and Public Defender's office. She graduated in the top ten percent of her law school class, winning numerous honors and accolades. She now uses her intelligence and drive to protect the rights of people entangled in the justice system.
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McIlroy Law
4040 Civic Center Drive
Suite 200
San Rafael, CA, 94903-4187
McIlroy Law
445 Orchard St.
Suite 205
Santa Rosa, CA, 95404
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CA | Active | 2008 | 06/15/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2015 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | The National Trial Lawyers | 2014 |
Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2014 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2013 |
Jefferson Medal | Thomas Jefferson School of Law | 2005 |
CALI Excellence for the Future Awards | The Center for Computer-Assisted Legal Instruction | 2005 |
Witkin Award for Academic Excellence | Witkin Legal Institute at West Group | 2005 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Adjunct Professor | Empire College | 2013 - Present |
Attorney | Law Offices of Julia N. McIlroy | 2011 - Present |
Associate Attorney | Law Offices of Michael A. Fiumara | 2010 - 2011 |
Deputy Public Defender | Sonoma County Public Defender's Office | 2008 - 2010 |
Law Clerk | California Court of Appeal - 4th District | 2006 - 2006 |
Law Clerk | Department of Justice | 2006 - 2006 |
Law Clerk | U.S. Attorney | 2006 - 2006 |
Research Assistant | Thomas Jefferson School of Law | 2005 - 2005 |
Summer Associate | Ian Hass & Associates | 2005 - 2005 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Summerfield Waldorf School and Farm | Board of Directors | 2011 - Present |
San Rafael Mock Trial | Head Coach | 2011 - Present |
Marin County Bar Association | Member | 2010 - Present |
California Public Defenders Association | Member | 2009 - Present |
Sonoma County Bar Association | Member | 2008 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 2007 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Author: Steven Berenson, Thomas Jefferson Law Review | Creating Workplace Solutions for Women Attorneys: Report of the Lawyers Club of San Diego Balance Campaign (Contributor) | 2006 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Thomas Jefferson School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2007 |
Mills College | B.A. | 2004 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Sonoma County Law Week | The Fourth Amendment: Exploring the Question of Student Privacy Rights at School. | 2015 |
Sonoma County Law Week | Second Amendment - The Right to Bear Arms | 2013 |
Sonoma County Law Week | The Legacy of John Adams, From Boston to Guantanamo. | 2011 |
Case name | Outcome |
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People v. N.W. | Dismissed. |
In re C. | Restitution of $34,000 reduced to $0 |
People v. E.S. | Strike and all felonies dismissed. |
People v. HC | Dismissed. |
People v. JV | Case dismissed. |
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David Beyersdorf, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 9, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
Lara Anderson, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 19, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Ms. Mcilroy is an excellent lawyer who I highly recommend. She is very aggressive yet respectful in the courtroom and has achieved excellent results. She really cares about clients and will help them follow through with any court or probation obligations to ensure a good outcome.
Adam Eberts, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 13, 2014
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Smart, compassionate, and hard-working. I endorse Julia.
Charles Applegate, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 27, 2014
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If I got arrested, I'd hire this lawyer.
Wallace Francis, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 1, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.
Amy Chapman, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 28, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I first met Julia when we both worked as attorneys at the Public Defender's office. She is smart, hard working, and handled the exceptional volume of work very well. Julia's compassion for her clients shows and she serves them well with her knowledge and vast courtroom experience.
Michael Hartmann, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 15, 2011
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Julia is a serious and intelligent lawyer who takes the concerns of her clients seriously and will examine a case from every angle to reach the best solution possible. I highly recommend her; she's a straight shooter and can be trusted completely.
Melissa Coughlin, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 24, 2010
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Ms. McIlroy is an extraordinarily thorough, detailed and compassionate attorney. She is knowledgeable about the law, and will be honest about a client's options and the strength of the case. I recommend her highly.