Atty. Julia Spitler
Julia Spitler is a compassionate advocate for children and families, focusing on the complexities of custody arrangements. A native of metro-Atlanta, Julia earned dual degrees in Anthropology and Political Science from the University of Georgia before obtaining her law degree from the University of South Carolina School of Law, where she specialized in children’s law.
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Julia Spitler is a Senior Associate based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Hedgepeth Heredia Family Law, LLC. They have 10+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2016. Their practice focuses on family law, poa, juvenile, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Georgia (2016). Educated at University of South Carolina School of Law (J.D., 2016). Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Julia Spitler is a compassionate advocate for children and families, focusing on the complexities of custody arrangements
- A native of metro-Atlanta, Julia earned dual degrees in Anthropology and Political Science from the University of Georgia before obtaining her law degree from the University of South Carolina School of Law, where she specialized in children’s law
- During law school, she served as research editor for the Journal of Law and Education, president of Women in Law, and a member of the Pro Bono Board
- She also participated in the inaugural Konduros Leadership Development Program
- Julia’s dedication to advocacy began early, clerking for a family law attorney at Gaffney, Lewis, and Edwards and helping develop a legal advocacy training program for Sexual Trauma Services of the Midlands
- She also volunteered as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA), representing children in state custody
- Currently, Julia serves as Chair of Public Affairs for the Georgia Association of Women Lawyers (GAWL) and mentors through the Orange Duffle Bag Initiative
- Recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star for 2024 and 2025, Julia enjoys cooking, gardening, cheering on the Braves and Georgia Bulldogs, and spending time with friends and family
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Julia Spitler handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
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Why local counsel matters in Georgia
Practicing law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Atlanta are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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