Julia M. Garwood

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Julia M. Garwood: Attorney with Garwood Reeves
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Julia M. Garwood is a San Diego County family law attorney, mediator, and Certified Family Law Specialist—an achievement that reflects the California State Bar’s highest standards for experience, education, and demonstrated expertise. With more than 25 years in family law, she is known for combining practical strategy with a steady, human approach. A former adjunct professor who taught professional responsibility, Ms. Garwood emphasizes trust and teamwork, treating clients with the care she would give her own family. She has served as an acting settlement judge and is frequently appointed by the court to represent minor children, experience that helps her evaluate cases through the lens of how judges are likely to respond. Ms. Garwood prefers to resolve matters amicably whenever possible, but she is fully prepared to litigate when settlement is unrealistic. She offers clear guidance from the first consultation—reviewing assets, parenting concerns, and goals—then recommending a path forward, whether that involves litigation, mediation, or Collaborative Law.

(Certified Specialist, Domestic Relations - Family Law, The State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization)
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Areas of Practice (1)

  • Family Law

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Michigan State University, B.A., cum laude, 1973
Law School Attended:
California Western School of Law, J.D., 1979
Year of First Admission:
1981
Admission:
1981, California; 1981, U.S. District Court, Southern District of California; 1982, U.S. Tax Court; 1987, U.S. Supreme Court; 2019, Michigan
Memberships:
San Diego County (Family Law Committee, 1999-2001; Certified Family Law Specialists Committee; Chair of Alternate Dispute Resolution Committee, Retreat Committee, 2007) and American Bar Associations; State Bar of California; Lawyer's Club of San Diego, Inc. (Board of Directors, 1983-1987; Secretary, 1983-1985); California Trial Lawyers Association; California Women Lawyers Association; San Diego Consumer Lawyers Association; Foothills Bar Association of San Diego County; Alternate Dispute Resolution Committee of Certified Family Law Specialists Committee of the San Diego County Bar Association (Chair and Founder, 2008-2009).
Certifications:
Certified Specialist, Domestic Relations - Family Law, The State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization
ISLN:
907180058

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Peer Reviews

4.5/5.0 (47 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.5/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.4/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.4/5.0

  • Communication

    4.4/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.7/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 08/26/13 in Divorce

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 08/19/13 in Family Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 08/07/13 in Family Law

    I have had a few cases with Ms. Garwood over the years and find her to be of high moral caliber and a superb attorney. She provides zealous representation for her clients. She is very aggressive but very professional and an amicable opposing counsel.... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 08/07/13 in Family Mediation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 08/07/13 in Family Law

    Julia is an outstanding lawyer - ethical, efficient, and has a full understanding of the law. She is active with the local bar associations and is always available to "talk shop" with.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Judge on 08/07/13 in Divorce

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 08/07/13 in Family Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 08/07/13 in Family Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 08/07/13 in Divorce Mediation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 08/07/13 in Divorce

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