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.
Child Abuse and Neglect & More Attorney · Serving Atlanta, GA · 10+ Years Experience
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About Julia Spitler at a Glance
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). Serves clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About 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
- 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
Practice Areas Explained
Julia Spitler's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Julia Spitler handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Atlanta.
Family Law in Atlanta
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Power of Attorney in Atlanta
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Juvenile Law in Atlanta
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Elder Law in Atlanta
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Atlanta
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 venue, 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.
Atlanta Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Atlanta-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 Atlanta Choose Julia Spitler
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 Spitler's practice in the field of family law, poa, juvenile, and elder law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Julia Spitler brings 10+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering family law, poa, and juvenile, Julia Spitler can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Atlanta
A Atlanta-based practice means Julia Spitler 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 Spitler Handles in Atlanta
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