For over 20 years, Julie Herl has specialized in the details of litigation—the nuggets that, unearthed from a mountain of paper, win cases. She is passionate about advocating for others and works closely with our clients. Julie assists with investigation and case preparation, mediation, trial, and any resulting appeals. She collects records, researches key issues, interviews witnesses, drafts pleadings and discovery, manages document review, and assists with all aspects of case development.

During trials, Julie works closely with her Forsgren Fisher colleagues during all aspects of preparation, including assembling trial exhibits, designing demonstrative exhibits, and participating in jury selection, trial support, and post-trial briefing. She has been the lead paralegal in a multitude of court hearings and civil trials, including those that involve complex personal injuries, trademark infringements, and complicated tax appeals.

Julie is one of only 165 paralegals in Missouri to have achieved Certified Paralegal status award by NALA, The Paralegal Association. Julie earned this certification by successfully completing a rigorous curriculum and passing comprehensive examinations covering the topics of the United States Legal System; Civil Litigation; Contracts; Corporate/Commercial Law; Criminal Law and Procedure; Estate Planning and Probate; Real Estate and Property; Torts; Professional and Ethical Responsibility; Debtor/Creditor and Bankruptcy; and writing and critical-thinking skills.

CP® is a certification mark of the National Association of Legal Assistants.  Its use is permitted only by those who have met and maintained national certification standards.