About
Julie A. Preciado is an associate attorney at Dunn Carney, focusing on business law, litigation, and employment law. She has extensive experience advising businesses on workplace compliance, employment policies, and dispute resolution. Julie’s background as a former business owner gives her a deep understanding of the legal challenges companies face. She provides strategic legal counsel to businesses of all sizes, ensuring compliance with multistate and remote workplace regulations. Her expertise also extends to workplace investigations, helping organizations navigate complex employment issues effectively.
Julie earned her B.A., magna cum laude, from Portland State University and later obtained her J.D., cum laude, from Willamette University College of Law. During law school, she was an active leader, serving as the American Bar Association Liaison, President of the Multicultural Law Student Association, and Co-Chair of the Dean Santos Diversity Speaker Series. She was also a Cite and Source Editor for the Willamette Journal of International Law and Dispute Resolution.
Julie has gained valuable legal experience through various roles. She completed an externship with Oregon Supreme Court Chief Justice Walters, an internship with Honorable Magistrate Judge John V. Acosta, and served as a law clerk for the United States Attorney’s Office. Additionally, she worked with Legal Aid Services of Oregon’s Statewide Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic, assisting underserved individuals with legal issues. Her bilingual fluency in Spanish has allowed her to provide interpretation and translation services, enhancing accessibility for clients.
Julie A. Preciado is admitted to practice law in Oregon, California, and the U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon. She is actively involved in legal and professional organizations, serving on the boards of the Oregon Women Lawyers Foundation, the American Contractors Association, and the American Constitution Society’s Oregon Lawyers Chapter. Her dedication to legal excellence and community service continues to make a positive impact in the legal profession.
Law Office Affiliations
- Associate Attorney, Dunn Carney LLP
- Member, Oregon Women Lawyers
- Member, Oregon Women Lawyers Foundation
- Member, American Constitution Society Oregon Chapter
- Member, Hispanic National Bar Association
Licensed State
- Oregon
- California
Education
- Willamette University College of Law
Juris Doctor (JD) - Portland State University
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Awards & Badges




- Discrimination
- Limited liability company (LLC)
- Litigation
- Mergers and acquisitions
- Partnership
- Tax
- Venture capital
- Wrongful termination