 OverviewJulie is a seasoned litigator and trial attorney with second-chair trial experience, specializing in resolving complex, high-stakes disputes. She represents both plaintiffs and defendants, ranging from individuals and start-ups to Fortune 50 companies at all stages of litigation, including in pre-litigation risk mitigation, proceedings seeking and defending against emergency injunctive relief, complex motion practice, trials and appeals. Julie’s experience includes matters arising from breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty, trade secret misappropriation, fraud, violation of securities laws, trademark infringement, patent infringement, unfair competition, real property disputes, M&A disputes, business divorces, director/officer litigation and employment disputes. Julie has represented clients in federal and state courts and arbitrations across the country, including all Texas United States District Courts, the Eastern and Southern Districts of New York, the Southern District of California, Eastern District of Michigan, District of Minnesota, United States Bankruptcy Courts for the Southern District of Texas and District of Delaware, USPTO, FINRA, the Texas Supreme Court, and state courts across Texas and in California, Arizona, New Mexico, and the Delaware Chancery Court. She has been recognized to the Thomson Reuters “Texas Rising Stars” list since 2023 and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch, Commercial Litigation (2025). Memberships
- Dallas Women Lawyers Association (Board of Directors; VP Member Engagement, 2025; VP Member Development, 2024)
- Dallas Association of Young Lawyers (Leadership Class, 2021; Trial Skills Committee, 2020-2023)
- Global Hands of Hope (Board Member, 2021-2023)
- Honorable Patrick E. Higginbotham American Inn of Court (Associate, 2017-2018)
Clerkships
- The Honorable Christine A. Nowak, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas (Judicial Intern)
OverviewJulie is a seasoned litigator and trial attorney with second-chair trial experience, specializing in resolving complex, high-stakes disputes. She represents both plaintiffs and defendants, ranging from individuals and start-ups to Fortune 50 companies at all stages of litigation, including in pre-litigation risk mitigation, proceedings seeking and defending against emergency injunctive relief, complex motion practice, trials and appeals. Julie’s experience includes matters arising from breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty, trade secret misappropriation, fraud, violation of securities laws, trademark infringement, patent infringement, unfair competition, real property disputes, M&A disputes, business divorces, director/officer litigation and employment disputes. Julie has represented clients in federal and state courts and arbitrations across the country, including all Texas United States District Courts, the Eastern and Southern Districts of New York, the Southern District of California, Eastern District of Michigan, District of Minnesota, United States Bankruptcy Courts for the Southern District of Texas and District of Delaware, USPTO, FINRA, the Texas Supreme Court, and state courts across Texas and in California, Arizona, New Mexico, and the Delaware Chancery Court. She has been recognized to the Thomson Reuters “Texas Rising Stars” list since 2023 and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch, Commercial Litigation (2025). ExperienceSecurities + Governmental InvestigationObtained the dismissal of a registered representative in a lawsuit brought by an institutional customer seeking $41 MM in damages. Securities + Governmental InvestigationRepresented a member firm and an associated person in a complex regulatory inquiries instituted by FINRA and Blue Sky regulators. Real Estate LitigationRepresented a real estate investment fund in a suit brought on by an institutional investor seeking to prohibit the sale of a $30 MM investment property. Defeated and obtained dismissal of TRO. Breach of Contract + TrademarkRepresented a publicly traded airline in suits alleging trademark infringement, Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA) violations and breach of contract against online travel agencies. Obtained permanent injunction for the client. Director + Officer LitigationObtained a 12(b)(6) dismissal of a director in a bankruptcy adversary proceeding. Attorneys' FeesObtained an order granting writ of mandamus and vacating trial court order on novel Texas issue regarding the advancement of attorneys’ fees. In re DeMattia, 644 S.W.3d 225, 232 (Tex. App.—Dallas 2022, orig. proc.) Biotech Company Receivership + Shareholder LitigationDefeated request for receivership and summary judgment for a biotechnology company in a dissenting shareholder action. Employment VerdictSecured a defense verdict on a $1.8 MM claim for wrongful termination, damages on counter-claims and attorneys’ fees. Airline LitigationRepresented one of the largest U.S. airlines in obtaining dismissal of an anticipatory declaratory judgment action. Patent + Copyright Infringement Represented a 3D scanner company in a patent and copyright infringement case. Real Estate LitigationObtained summary judgment for a property developer in a dispute over the ownership and control of the property. Employment ArbitrationSuccessfully defended a large multi-specialty Texas medical group in a breach of contract arbitration arising from a contracted physician. Legal Malpractice + Insurance Bad FaithRepresented a trucking company and managing owner in an insurance bad faith and legal malpractice claim. Resulted in a favorable settlement. Securities LitigationRepresented an oil and gas exploration company in securities litigation. Employment LitigationObtained a favorable trial verdict for an employer sued for negligent hiring. Plaintiffs sought more than $30 MM in damages. Products LiabilityRepresented a component part manufacturer in a products liability boating accident case involving severe personal injuries where plaintiffs claimed more than $50 MM in damages. Trade SecretsObtained a pre-suit deposition for a national material handling company to investigate theft of trade secrets and violation of a non-compete/non-solicitation agreement. Wrongful DeathReceived a favorable trial resolution for a flooring supplier in a wrongful death case.
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