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Julia supports lawyers who want to grow professionally. Julia helps clients identify and execute on strategic solutions to complex issues in order to create a life of purpose and fulfillment.
Our Clients
How We Can Help
Clarity
Where it Counts
Uncover blind spots and see situations from a broader, more strategic perspective.
Strategy
That Moves You Forward
Reframe challenges and discover new paths forward—especially when things feel stuck.
Opportunity
You Can Act On
Spot potential you couldn’t see before and take confident steps toward growth.
Effective Lawyering
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Opportunity
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Effective Lawyering ⏵ Clarity ⏵ Strategy ⏵ Opportunity ⏵
About Our Founder
Julia Jackson is a Certified Executive Coach and former lawyer who has spent 15+ years guiding attorneys at top law firms. She brings a sharp legal mind and deep empathy to her coaching—helping lawyers lead with clarity, navigate growth with purpose, and unlock their full potential.
Accelerate Your Legal Career and Build a Fulfilling Future with Expert, Strategic Guidance.
Individual Coaching
Work with Julia in an intensive engagement of three to six months one-to-one, drilling down on your goals, creating a strategy toward implementation, and executing on a plan.
Group Coaching
Engage Julia for group coaching to build team cohesion, align on goals, break down silos and increase collaboration.
Core Skills Training
Julia teaches on a wide range of topics including time management, communication, delegation, business development and leadership.
Ready to take the next step?
Let’s talk about what’s possible—and how coaching can help you get there.
I support lawyers in the pursuit of professional growth.
I am a Certified Executive Coach, lawyer and founder of Effective Lawyering.
I have a few questions for you…
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Are you looking to generate more business?
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Would you like a promotion?
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Are you thinking about changing firms?
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Are you balancing family and a busy law practice?
Are you ready to do the work necessary to answer these questions?
Meet Julia Jackson
I believe individuals can grow, even (especially!) in the most challenging situations. I thrive on helping people push their limits and make great things happen. As your coach I will support you to be the leader you want to be now for yourself, your teams, your clients and your practice.
My approach to coaching is premised in a strongly held belief that my clients can grow. My lawyer brain is conditioned to question - and so is my coaching brain. In my coaching practice, I ask powerful questions, interrogate assumptions, pay witness to the ups and downs of personal growth, and help clients take extreme ownership. I help clients create the life you want to lead.
As your coach, I will act as your thought partner - not tell you what to do. I will help you find new ways of relating and adopt habits that better serve you so that you can move forward toward a more meaningful life.
If you might be interested in Executive Coaching, then let’s chat.
Experience & Credentials
Certified Executive Coach (ICF)
Executive Coaching Certification, Columbia University
New York State Bar
15 Years in Law Firm Management
Head of Coaching at Vinson & Elkins
Corporate Coach, Attorney Development, Cleary Gottlieb
Director of Attorney Development, Ropes & Gray
National Association for Law Placement (NALP) Nominating Committee
JD, MLIS, BA, Rutgers University
I am a lawyer and a coach.
For over a decade,
I served in the corporate departments of several international law firms as a trusted advisor to the partnership in the demanding landscape of private equity and financial services.
My approach to coaching is much like my approach to lawyering: I help my clients solve complex problems and achieve results.
Ready to take the next step?
Let’s talk about what’s possible—and how coaching can help you get there.
Thought partnership for lawyers & teams who want more.
Whether you're navigating individual challenges or leading a team, Julia offers coaching and workshops designed to sharpen your skills, shift your perspective, and help you move forward with clarity.
TRUSTED BY SOME OF THE TOP LAW FIRMS
Our Services
Individual
Coaching
Work with Julia one-on-one in an intensive engagement to become more decisive, strategic and effective.
Core Skills
Workshops
Engage Julia for group coaching to build team cohesion, align on goals, break down silos and increase productivity.
Group
Coaching
Julia teaches on the core skills of professional services: time management, communication, delegation, business development, and leadership.
Don’t see what you’re looking for? Let’s talk—I may still be able to help.
Our Process
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Assessment
We uncover blind spots and see situations from a broader, more strategic perspective
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Strategy Development
We reframe challenges and discover new paths forward, especially when things feel stuck.
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Implementation
We spot potential you couldn’t see before and take confident steps toward growth.
Who We Support
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Senior Lawyers
I work one-on-one with senior lawyers to help you achieve your goals. Together, we create a strategic plan to reach favorable results.
Law Firm Partners
I help firm leaders create conditions for success for their lawyers and business professionals.
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Deal Teams
I work with deal and case teams to improve communication, align on goals, and increase overall effectiveness and collaboration.
Management Committees
I support management committees in clarifying priorities, addressing firm-wide challenges, and strengthening leadership alignment.
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Hear the Stories Behind Our Clients’ Success
Ready to take the next step?
Let’s talk about what’s possible—and how coaching can help you get there.
Book a conversation.
Let’s discuss what you’re looking for, whether you have a question or you’re ready to get started.
Or drop me a line…