Julie grew up in Southwest Wisconsin and earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. After working for several years as a freelance writer for multiple publications in the Madison area, she pursued a career in the travel and tourism industry in Dallas TX and Kansas City before returning to Wisconsin to raise her family. She obtained her Paralegal Post Baccalaureate diploma from Madison College and has worked as a Family Law Paralegal for over 13 years. She enjoys the opportunity to work closely with clients to provide guidance and support through difficult and challenging life transitions. Outside of work she enjoys hiking, gardening, biking, live music, travel, spending time with family and friends and is an avid reader.