Julianne Donnelly Tzul

Julianne Donnelly Tzul is an immigration attorney at Christensen Legal, where she brings more than two decades of experience in law, advocacy, and refugee support. She is dedicated to guiding individuals and families through the challenges of immigration with dignity and compassion, combining strong legal skills with a deep commitment to justice and service.

Julianne earned her J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center and completed her B.A. in English Literature at Oberlin College. Licensed by the State Bar of California since 2004, Julianne is authorized to practice federal immigration law, including in Idaho. Her education and training gave her both the technical expertise and the perspective necessary to serve immigrant and refugee communities effectively.

From 2004 to 2011, Julianne practiced immigration law in Los Angeles, where she represented detained children and adults in removal proceedings. Through her work with the Catholic Legal Immigration Network and Catholic Charities of Los Angeles, she provided vital pro bono legal services to some of the most vulnerable populations facing deportation and detention. Her representation helped many clients secure stability and safety in the United States.

In 2011, Julianne joined the International Rescue Committee in Boise, where she spent 12 years leading refugee resettlement and social service programs. During this time, she helped thousands of newly arrived refugees secure safe housing, find employment, enroll in education, and connect with critical community resources. In 2023, she expanded her impact by joining the ACLU of Idaho, where she now drives policy initiatives and advances immigrant and refugee rights through broader systemic change.

Since November 2024, Julianne Donnelly Tzul has been part of Christensen Legal, where she continues her mission of providing effective, conscientious, and compassionate legal representation. Her career reflects both technical excellence and a lifelong dedication to serving immigrant communities.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Christensen Legal PLLC
• Former Advocacy Director, ACLU of Idaho
• Former Supervising Attorney, Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc. (CLINIC)
• Member, The State Bar of California

Licensed State

• California

Education

• Georgetown University Law Center
  Juris Doctor (J.D.)
• Oberlin College
  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

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