Julia Nicole Mcilroy

Julia Nicole Mcilroy

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Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 18 years

Criminal defense Lawyer Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 18 years

State: California

Acquired: 2008

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Julia Nicole Mcilroy's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by Scott van der Horst | April 17, 2011 | Criminal Defense

What A relief!

Not only did Julia put me at ease with her sense of self confidence, her sincere compassion during this intimidating process made me feel totally 'looked after' She got the charge dismissed (with no filing), my property returned to me and she was available throughout the whole experience with worthwh...ile information regarding every question I asked. I would use her services again.

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David Beyersdorf

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Lara Anderson

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 19

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."

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Adam Eberts

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Smart, compassionate, and hard-working. I endorse Julia."

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Charles Applegate

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"If I got arrested, I'd hire this lawyer."

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Wallace Francis

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Amy Chapman

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 28

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."

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Michael Hartmann

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Other

"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."

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Melissa Coughlin

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2014

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2005

Witkin Award for Academic Excellence, Witkin Legal Institute at West Group

2005

CALI Excellence for the Future Awards, The Center for Computer-Assisted Legal Instruction

2005

Jefferson Medal, Thomas Jefferson School of Law

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Adjunct Professor, Empire College

2011 - Present

Attorney, Law Offices of Julia N. McIlroy

2008 - 2010

Deputy Public Defender, Sonoma County Public Defender's Office

2006 - 2006

Law Clerk, California Court of Appeal - 4th District

2006 - 2006

Law Clerk, Department of Justice

2006 - 2006

Law Clerk, U.S. Attorney

2005 - 2005

Research Assistant, Thomas Jefferson School of Law

2005 - 2005

Summer Associate, Ian Hass & Associates

Associations

2011 - Present

Summerfield Waldorf School and Farm

Board of Directors

2011 - Present

San Rafael Mock Trial

Head Coach

2010 - Present

Marin County Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

California Public Defenders Association

Member

2008 - Present

Sonoma County Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

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.

People v. DH

One DUI Dismissed, pleaded to First DUI

People v. FS

All counts dismissed

People v. LM

Resolved for no imposed jail or jail alternatives and entire fine suspended in exchange for treatment program.

People v. TZ

Standard second DUI plea, with one prior and the high blood alcohol enhancement stricken.

People v. SM

Dismissed at trial.

People v. GW

Case dismissed at trial.

People v. IP

Case dismissed at trial

DMV v. DB

Won - full license returned to client with no suspension

People v. CR

Dismissed at trial

People v. MR

Case dismissed at the start of trial

People v. PP

Dismissed at start of trial.

People v. PM

Dismissed after start of trial.

People v. JM

Dismissed after start of trial.

People v. JW

Dismissed at trial.

People v. J.V.

Reduced to disturbing the peace.

People v. L.S.

Case dismissed.

People v. G.L.

Won motions.

A.P. v. M.D.

Won trial.

People v. J.H.

Reduced to wet reckless.

People v. S.H.

Case not filed and property returned.

People v. J.M.

Dismissed.

People v. T.H.

Acquitted

People v. R & S

Motion to Suppress GRANTED.

People v. F.M.G.

11-1 to acquit jury verdict

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Education

2007

Thomas Jefferson School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2004

Mills College

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2015

Sonoma County Law Week

The Fourth Amendment: Exploring the Question of Student Privacy Rights at School.

2013

Sonoma County Law Week

Second Amendment - The Right to Bear Arms

2011

Sonoma County Law Week

The Legacy of John Adams, From Boston to Guantanamo.

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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