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Atty. Julia E. Markley

Atty. Julia E. Markley

Julia E. Markley is a litigation partner in the Portland, Oregon office of Perkins Coie LLP.

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Profile Summary

About Julia E. Markley at a glance

Julia E. Markley is an attorney based in Portland, Oregon, practforg 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). Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • 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

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Oregon

Practforg law in Oregon. Legal matters in Oregon are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand 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 andnue, and the substantiand 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.

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Where is Julia E. Markley's law office located?
Julia E. Markley's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is Perkins Coie LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
Where did Julia E. Markley go to law school?
Julia E. Markley earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (BA).
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What awards or recognition has Julia E. Markley receiandd?
Julia E. Markley's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Advertising Law; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:.

Education

J.D.
University of Washington
- 1999
BA
Stanford University
- In Progress

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Advertising Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Co-Recipient of Perkins Coie "Pro Bono Leadership Award," 2009
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed in Oregon Law & Politics, “Oregon Rising Stars,” 2008 - 2013
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Named one of the Portland Business Journal's "Forty Under 40," 2012
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Recipient, Oregon Area Jewish Committee’s "Judge Learned Hand Emerging Leader Award," 2012
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Recipient, Oregon Women Lawyers’ Judge Mercedes Deiz Award, 2013
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Patent, Portland (OR)
- 2022

Bar Admissions

Oregon, Oregon State Bar
Washington, Washington State Bar Association

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