Atty. Julia E. Markley
Julia E. Markley is a litigation partner in the Portland, Oregon office of Perkins Coie LLP.
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About Julia E. Markley at a Glance
Julia E. Markley is a patent, business, ip, litigation, and entertainment attorney based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Perkins Coie LLP. Admitted to practice in Oregon, Oregon State Bar and Washington, Washington State Bar Association. Educated at University of Washington (J.D., 1999) and Stanford University (BA). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Advertising Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026). Serves clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Julia E. Markley
- Julia E. Markley is a litigation partner in the Portland, Oregon office of Perkins Coie LLP. She has 14 years of legal experience in the federal and state courts
- Her clients include companies in the construction, communications, technology, energy, mining, manufacturing, food, and retail industries
- Julia's diverse litigation practice includes complex business, class action, intellectual property, franchise and employment disputes
- She has also handled cases involving political and constitutional law issues
- Julia has tried several cases and arbitrations to conclusion
- She represents clients on appeal and has significant experience in the Ninth Circuit and Oregon appellate courts
- Julia is a recognized leader in the legal community
- She served as the founding president of the Oregon Asian Pacific American Bar Association in 2009 - 2010
- Julia is a former board member of Oregon Women Lawyers (OWLS) and an active member of OWLS, the Defense Research Institute (DRI), and the Federal Bar Association of Oregon
- She has advised U.S
- Sen. Ron Wyden, U.S
- Sen. Jeff Merkley, former Governor Ted Kulongoski, and the U.S
- District Court for the District of Oregon on judicial appointments
- In 2013, she received OWLS’ Judge Mercedes Deiz Award for outstanding contributions to promoting minorities in the legal profession and the community
Practice Areas Explained
Julia E. Markley's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Julia E. Markley handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portland.
Patent Law in Portland
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Business & Corporate Law in Portland
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Julia E. Markley is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Oregon →
Intellectual Property in Portland
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Julia E. Markley is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Oregon →
Civil Litigation in Portland
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Julia E. Markley is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Oregon →
Entertainment & Sports Law in Portland
Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.
Julia E. Markley is one of 45,619 entertainment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse entertainment attorneys in Oregon →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Portland
Practicing law in Oregon. Legal matters in Oregon are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Portland are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Oregon state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Oregon brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Oregon courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Portland Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Portland-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Portland Choose Julia E. Markley
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Julia E. Markley's practice in the field of patent, business, ip, litigation, and entertainment.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Oregon, Oregon State Bar and Washington, Washington State Bar Association, Julia E. Markley can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent, business, and ip, Julia E. Markley can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Portland
A Portland-based practice means Julia E. Markley attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Julia E. Markley Handles in Portland
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