About Julie
Julie C. Mendoza: Experienced International Trade Attorney in Washington, DC
Julie C. Mendoza is a Partner in the firm's International Trade practice. She has over two decades of experience skillfully defending a broad range of clients in major cases under U.S. import relief law and in U.S. customs matters. Her practice includes extensive work with Section 201 (safeguards) cases, anticircumvention investigations, and customs compliance issues.
Practice Areas
- International Trade Law
- Civil Litigation
- Customs Compliance
- International Negotiations
Ms. Mendoza practices before the U.S. Department of Commerce, the U.S. International Trade Commission, the Office of the United States Trade Representative, and other U.S. government agencies.
Awards & Recognitions
- Recognized by Chambers USA and Chambers Global as a leading practitioner in the area of International Trade.
- Ranked by Best Attorney USA since 2016.
Ms. Mendoza has extensive experience representing foreign manufacturers, advising on various bilateral and multilateral trade negotiations including:
- The Uruguay Round
- Negotiations related to the World Trade Organization's (WTO) Agreement on Safeguards
- Bilateral subsidies agreements
- Framework agreements on trade and investment
- Negotiation of Voluntary Restraint Arrangements on steel.
Educational Background
Julie C. Mendoza holds a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the University of Chicago Law School, where she graduated with honors. Additionally, she earned a Master's degree in International Affairs from Tufts University's Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy.
Professional Affiliations
- Morris Manning & Martin LLP – International Trade Practice since 2005.
In her role, Ms. Mendoza has been recognized for her contributions to the field of international trade law and actively participates in professional organizations such as:
- The American Bar Association (ABA)
- WTO Committees
Languages
- Fluent in Spanish
Mrs. Mendoza's commitment to the advancement of international trade law extends beyond her professional practice, as she is frequently invited to speak at conferences and seminars sponsored by the WTO Secretariat in Member countries on topics related to international trade practices and remedies.