Julie R. Sommer

Associate Attorney • (206) 447-8392 •

Julie Sommer is admitted to practice law in the State of Washington and is a member of the Washington State Bar Association and the United States District Court, Western District of Washington. Ms. Sommer’s practice focuses on Trust and Estate Planning, Probate and Trust Administration, Guardianship, Social Security Disability Appeals, Medicaid/Medicare Eligibility, and Civil Litigation. Prior to joining Reed Longyear Malnati & Ahrens, Ms. Sommer gained significant trial experience serving as a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney. In addition to her courtroom experience as a prosecutor, she acquired expertise in administrative hearings and appeals before the Social Security Administration and federal court prior to joining the firm.

Julie graduated from The University of Texas with a B.A. in political science and a minor in French. A native of Ohio, Julie obtained her law degree from Capital University Law School.

Areas Of Practice

Bar Admissions

Washington State Bar Association
United States District Court, Western District of Washington
King County Bar Association
King County Bar Association, Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section, Guardianship & Elder Law Section
King County Title 11 Guardian Ad Litem Registry
Snohomish County Title 11 Guardian Ad Litem Registry
National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives

Education

Capital University Law School, Columbus, Ohio, J.D., 2000
The University of Texas, Austin, B.A., 1994

Honors & Accomplishments

University of Texas Women's Swim Team, 1990-1994
NCAA National Championship Team, 1991
Four-time NCAA All-American
U.S. Olympic Trials, 1992
United States Swimming National Team, 1991
World Swim Rankings (Top ten times in world), 1991

Pro Bono Activities

Washington State Bar Association Guardianship Task Force, 2008-2009
Mary’s Place, Homeless shelter for women and children
Pride Foundation, Grant Review Committee