Prior Law Firm Experience
- Dannis Woliver Kelley, PC
- Bowie, Arneson, Wiles & Giannone
Education
- University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), B.A. in Political Science, 1992
- The University of Texas School of Law, J.D., 1997
Services
Licenses and Memberships
- Admitted to practice law in Texas and California
Community and Professional Involvement
- Board of Directors, The Joyful Child Foundation – In Memory of Samantha Runnion
- Advisory Board Member, R828/Project Caribbean – Sozo Charities
- Member, Texas Exes Scholarship Review Committee
- Member, MACares Emergency Financial Support Program Committee, AISD HS PTSA
Professional Experience
Julia Helgeson focuses her practice on contract review and transactional support for a wide range of business matters. She is licensed to practice in both California and Texas and has represented a variety of entities in diverse business, property, construction, and finance matters. Julia is known for her attention to detail, responsiveness, and commitment to maintaining strong client relationships while providing practical, business-focused support to Grable Martin clients.
Personal Story
Julia earned her degree in Political Science, with an emphasis in International Relations, from UCLA and her J.D. from the University of Texas School of Law. She fell in love with Austin during law school and now happily calls the city home, where she lives with her husband and daughter and enjoys the live music and vibrant food scene the ever-changing city has to offer.
Community Engagement and Associations
Julia is actively involved in several nonprofit and community organizations. She serves on the Board of Directors of The Joyful Child Foundation – In Memory of Samantha Runnion and previously worked as the organization’s Director of Operations and Programs, supporting its mission to provide safety education programs that empower children to be brave and safe. She also serves as an Advisory Board Member for R828/Project Caribbean through Sozo Charities, and is a member of the Texas Exes Scholarship Review Committee and the MACares Emergency Financial Support Program Committee for the AISD HS PTSA. Through these roles, Julia channels her passion for protecting children and supporting her community.
