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Biography
Julie Nugent brings a warm perspective to her legal practice, shaped by her upbringing as the sixth of seven children in Ohio. Her ability to connect with clients on a personal level stems from these humble beginnings, allowing her to truly understand their concerns and priorities. Since graduating from Columbus School of Law in 1989, Julie has built a career focused on client advocacy while working alongside her husband, Jim, at Nugent & Bryant.
Julie's practice focuses on personal injury cases. Early in her career, she served as a law clerk to the Honorable George Herbert Goodrich III and worked in the Staff Attorney's Office for the Connecticut Supreme and Appellate Courts—experiences that gave her valuable insight into the judicial process.
Julie earned her Bachelor of Science from Eastern Michigan University, where she was co-captain of the Division I swim team. She received her Juris Doctor from Catholic University's Columbus School of Law in 1989 and was admitted to practice in Connecticut in 1990.
She served on the Trial Lawyers College's Board of Directors from 2005 to 2015.
Outside the courtroom, Julie embraces diverse interests that reflect her well-rounded approach to life. She's an accomplished swimmer and developed a passion for sourdough baking during the pandemic. Her photography skills shine on Friday nights when she captures the action for the Notre Dame High School football program as a volunteer photographer. Julie is committed to both her profession and the local community."