Julia Turner
Criminal Defence Lawyer
Julia Turner is a criminal defence lawyer dedicated to guiding clients through every stage of the criminal justice process. She understands that facing criminal charges can be overwhelming and works closely with her clients to ensure they understand their options, make informed decisions, and feel supported throughout their case. Julia takes a practical and client-centred approach to advocacy, seeking resolutions that protect her clients’ interests while minimizing the impact of criminal proceedings on their lives, families, and careers.
Since being called to the British Columbia bar, Julia has represented clients facing a wide range of criminal matters. She regularly appears in the Provincial Court and Supreme Court of British Columbia and has experience conducting trials, bail hearings, sentencing hearings, and other contested applications. Julia is committed to providing thoughtful, strategic representation tailored to the unique circumstances of each client and case.
Julia earned her Juris Doctor from Thompson Rivers University, where she graduated with Dean’s Honour List standing and received the Gregory S. Pun K.C. Scholarship for Advanced Legal Research and Writing.
Prior to becoming a lawyer, Julia worked as a legal assistant with Crown Counsel and volunteered with a community legal organization serving vulnerable individuals and survivors of intimate partner violence on Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside. These experiences continue to inform her understanding of the justice system and her commitment to accessible, effective legal representation.
Education
Juris Doctor - Thompson Rivers University Faculty of Law