Julie Robinson
I understand that any type of legal matter is difficult, but particularly those involving family law. For over twenty years, my practice has focused on representing clients facing everything from divorce and child custody disputes to termination of parental rights, post-divorce modifications of child-custody and alimony, as well as serving as a Rule 31 Listed Family Mediator in many cases each year.
As a Rule 31 Listed Family Mediator, I mediate cases for individuals in Wilson, Smith, Jackson, Macon, Trousdale, Rutherford, Davidson, and Sumner counties. Rule 31 Mediation is an informal process where parties discuss mutually acceptable resolutions to disputed issues, and the neutral mediator facilitates the discussions. This collaborative resolution to divorce, child custody, and post-divorce issues is less emotionally and financially impactful than taking a case to court. In mediation, resolution to issues such as custody and parenting plans, child support, division of assets and debts, and alimony are discussed with a goal to resolve the same outside of court.
While I encourage mediation, it is not always possible to resolve the case using a form of alternative dispute resolution. In those cases where litigation is necessary, I have many years of courtroom experience that are beneficial in preparing a client for the fight. I take the time to carefully research and prepare for every client’s case, as the case is clearly a pivotal event in life. When we go to court, my clients are aware of their rights regarding alimony, child support, visitation, property division, and any other issues before the court.
I am passionate about advocacy and my community. I grew up in Watertown, Tennessee, where I currently serve as a municipal court judge. I have spent time as a volunteer community basketball and softball coach; helped organize and participate in the 15th Judicial District Child Advocacy Center’s benefit softball game for several years; and have participated in Relay for Life, Sherry’s Run, Habitat for Humanity, Christmas 4 Kids, and have been a sponsor for the Kids Battle Diabetes Golf Tournament. I am a member of the Tennessee Bar Association and the TBA’s Family Law Section, as well as being a member of the 15th Judicial District Bar Association, serving as president in 2024.
For more information about the Family Law Division of Lannom and Williams, PLLC. visit www.beanrobinson.com.
Melanie Bean Team