Julye Johns Bailey

Julye Johns Bailey is a highly skilled Georgia trial attorney with more than two decades of experience defending medical professionals and institutions. Her practice focuses on medical malpractice defense, premises liability, products liability, and appellate litigation. Known for her precision and strategic insight, Julye has successfully represented hospitals, physicians, nurses, and healthcare providers in state and federal courts across Georgia.

Julye earned her J.D. from Vanderbilt University and her B.Ar.Sc., magna cum laude, from the Honors College at the University of South Carolina. Her academic achievements include membership in Phi Beta Kappa and Phi Delta Phi, reflecting her commitment to excellence from the start of her career. Her educational foundation in analytical reasoning and advocacy continues to guide her success in complex medical and legal matters.

Since 1999, Julye has defended cases involving death, catastrophic injury, and claims of medical negligence, assault, fraud, and ordinary negligence. She has extensive experience representing both primary care and specialty physicians across fields such as neurosurgery, obstetrics and gynecology, psychiatry, and radiology. Beyond litigation, she represents physicians in hearings before the Georgia Composite Medical Board and assists with hospital credentialing and insurance matters. Her trial record demonstrates a strong command of both the law and medicine, earning her widespread respect among peers and clients alike.

Julye Johns Bailey’s professional accolades include an AV Preeminent Rating from Martindale-Hubbell and recognition as a Georgia Super Lawyer. She frequently lectures on risk management and professional liability, helping healthcare providers navigate legal challenges and strengthen patient care practices. Through dedication and experience, Julye remains a trusted advocate for Georgia’s medical community.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Huff, Powell & Bailey
• Member, State Bar of Georgia
• Member, Atlanta Bar Association
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, Defense Research Institute
• Member, International Association of Defense Counsel
• Barrister, Joseph Henry Lumpkin Inn of Court

Licensed State

• Georgia

Education

• Vanderbilt University
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of South Carolina
  Bachelor of Arts and Science (BArSc)
  

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