About Julia
Julia B. Meister: Experienced Litigation and Estate Law Attorney in Cincinnati, Ohio
Julia B. Meister is a dedicated legal professional with extensive experience in various areas of law, including commercial litigation, banking and finance, ERISA (Employee Retirement Income Security Act), trusts and estates, and fiduciary matters.
Practice Areas
- Civil Litigation
- Litigation - Banking & Finance
- Litigation - ERISA
- Litigation - Trusts & Estates
- Estate Planning and Administration
- Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
- Fiduciary Duties
- Closely-Held Businesses
- Complex Litigation
- Litigation
- Mediation
- Non-Profits and Charitable Giving
- Tax-Exempt Organizations
- Corporate Matters
- Covenants Not to Compete
- Administrative Law (special focus)
- Appellate Practice (special focus)
- Litigation and Business Disputes (special focus)
- Family Law and Family Businesses (special focus)
- Estate Administration (special focus)
- Succession Planning (special focus)
- Civil Rights Violations (special focus)
- Contract Disputes
- Litigation and Corporate Actions (special focus)
- Fiduciary Duties in Financial Institutions
- Mediation in Complex Cases
- Social Security Disability Claims (special focus)
- Court Appointed Special Advocates (CSA) for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities and Chronic Physical or Mental Health Conditions (special focus)
- Employee Benefits Litigation (special focus)
- Litigation and Non-Profits (special focus)
- Social Security Disability Claims (special focus)
- Complex Corporate Disputes
- Appellate Practice in Estate Administration
- Corporate, Partnership, LLC, Trusts, Partnerships, Corporations, Employee Benefits Plans
- Civil Rights Violations - Civil Cases and Administrative Complaints (special focus)
- Litigation for Social Security Disability Claims (special focus)
- Estate Planning and Estate Administration
Education & Credentials
Julia B. Meister earned her Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the University of Notre Dame in 2010, where she was elected to Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society.
Missouri Bar Admissions: 2014
- University of Notre Dame - J.D., 2010
- Xavier University - B.A. in Political Science and History, 2006
Affiliations
Julia B. Meister is a member of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC), where she serves as a Fellow.
She is also recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2007, including:
- Litigation - Commercial Litigation: Recognized by Best Lawyer's for Cincinnati from 2016 to the present (2023)
- Estate Planning and Administration: Recognized by Best Lawywer's for Cincinnati from 2014 to the present (2023)
- Litigation - Employee Benefits (ERISA): Recognized by Best Lawyer's for Cincinnati from 2017 to the present (2023)
- Trusts and Estates: Recognized by Best Lawyer's for Cincinnati from 2015 to the present (2023)
Awards
Julia B. Meister has received numerous awards throughout her career, including:
- Lifetime Achievement Award: Cincinnati Academy of Leadership for Lawyers in 2004
- Forty Under 40 Award from the Cincinnati Business Courier (2017, 2018)
Professional Philosophy and Approach
Julia B. Meister brings a unique perspective to her clients' cases, combining years of experience with empathetic understanding.
She believes in advocating for her clients with integrity, diligence, and compassion. Her commitment to excellence ensures that every case receives the attention it deserves, resulting in favorable outcomes for her clients.
Location
Julia B. Meister practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio. She is a member of the prestigious American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC) and has been recognized by Best Lawyer's since 2007.
Practice Areas
Education
Professional Affiliations
Awards & Recognition
- Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - ERISA, Cincinnati (2023)
- Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - ERISA, Cincinnati (2017)
- Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - ERISA, Cincinnati (2015)
- Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Trusts and Estates, Cincinnati (2013)
- Recognized: Commercial Litigation
- Recognized: Litigation - Banking and Finance
- Recognized: Litigation - ERISA
- Recognized: Litigation - Trusts and Estates
- Recognized: Trusts and Estates
- Practice Area: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
- Practice Area: Family Law
- Special Focus: Administrative
- Special Focus: Appellate
- Special Focus: Business Disputes
- Special Focus: Business Succession Planning
- Special Focus: Civil Litigation
- Special Focus: Closely-Held Businesses
- Special Focus: Complex Litigation
- Special Focus: Contract Disputes
- Special Focus: Corporate
- Special Focus: Covenants Not to Compete
- Special Focus: COVID-19
- Special Focus: Estate Administration
- Special Focus: Estate Planning
- Special Focus: Family Businesses
- Special Focus: Fiduciary Duties
- Special Focus: Financial Institutions
- Special Focus: Litigation
- Special Focus: Mediation
- Special Focus: Non-Profits
- Special Focus: Nonprofit Organizations and Charitable Giving
- Special Focus: Probate and Estate Administration
- Special Focus: Succession Planning
- Special Focus: Tax-Exempt Organizations
- Special Focus: Trust Administration
- AV Peer Review Rating - Martindale Hubbell
- American College of Trust and Estate Counsel - Fellow
- Best Lawyers in America
- Cincinnati Academy of Leadership for Lawyers - 2004 Graduate
- Forty Under 40 Award - Cincinnati Business Courier
- Ohio Super Lawyers - 2012 - 2014
- Ohio Super Lawyers Rising Stars (2005 - 2007)
- One Hundred Wise Women (Wise Women 2007)