Julia M.Tape
Associate
Labor & Employment
jtape@seyfarth.com
Julia commits to defending her clients' interests, offering clear and insightful guidance on employment law issues.
More About Julia
Julia assists employers in navigating cases involving wage and hour disputes, wrongful termination, and discrimination claims. Clients rely on Julia’s advocacy because of her responsiveness and determination.
With every legal matter, Julia works collaboratively with her clients because she understands that open lines of communication and building strong relationships are key to successful outcomes.
In law school, Julia externed for Judge Yvonne Y. Ho of the US District Court for the Southern District of Texas. In this role, she drafted rulings and observed a variety of complex cases moving through federal court. Additionally, Julia sharpened her advocacy skills as part of the interscholastic moot court team. Julia also served as the editor-in-chief for the Houston Journal of International Law.
With every legal matter, Julia works collaboratively with her clients because she understands that open lines of communication and building strong relationships are key to successful outcomes.
In law school, Julia externed for Judge Yvonne Y. Ho of the US District Court for the Southern District of Texas. In this role, she drafted rulings and observed a variety of complex cases moving through federal court. Additionally, Julia sharpened her advocacy skills as part of the interscholastic moot court team. Julia also served as the editor-in-chief for the Houston Journal of International Law.
- JD, University of Houston Law Center
Houston Journal of International Law—Board 46, editor-in-chief,
Interscholastic Moot Court
Houston AABF Herbert Gee Memorial Scholarship Recipient (2023) - BS, Southwestern University
Education, History minor
NCAA Division III Varsity Women’s Basketball and Lacrosse
- Texas
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Julia commits to defending her clients' interests, offering clear and insightful guidance on employment law issues.
More About Julia
Julia assists employers in navigating cases involving wage and hour disputes, wrongful termination, and discrimination claims. Clients rely on Julia’s advocacy because of her responsiveness and determination.
With every legal matter, Julia works collaboratively with her clients because she understands that open lines of communication and building strong relationships are key to successful outcomes.
In law school, Julia externed for Judge Yvonne Y. Ho of the US District Court for the Southern District of Texas. In this role, she drafted rulings and observed a variety of complex cases moving through federal court. Additionally, Julia sharpened her advocacy skills as part of the interscholastic moot court team. Julia also served as the editor-in-chief for the Houston Journal of International Law.
With every legal matter, Julia works collaboratively with her clients because she understands that open lines of communication and building strong relationships are key to successful outcomes.
In law school, Julia externed for Judge Yvonne Y. Ho of the US District Court for the Southern District of Texas. In this role, she drafted rulings and observed a variety of complex cases moving through federal court. Additionally, Julia sharpened her advocacy skills as part of the interscholastic moot court team. Julia also served as the editor-in-chief for the Houston Journal of International Law.
- JD, University of Houston Law Center
Houston Journal of International Law—Board 46, editor-in-chief,
Interscholastic Moot Court
Houston AABF Herbert Gee Memorial Scholarship Recipient (2023) - BS, Southwestern University
Education, History minor
NCAA Division III Varsity Women’s Basketball and Lacrosse
- Texas
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Jun 29, 2026
Texas Supreme Court: Documented Conduct Showing Actual Job Impairment Is Key to Avoiding Disability Discrimination Liability
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Blog Post
Mar 4, 2026
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- Co-Author, “Texas Supreme Court: Documented Conduct Showing Actual Job Impairment Is Key to Avoiding Disability Discrimination Liability,” Legal Update, Seyfarth Shaw LLP (June 29, 2026)
- Co-Author, "Managing Pregnancy‑Related Risk in Modern Workplaces: Insights from Women’s Professional Sports," Employment Law Lookout, Seyfarth Shaw LLP (May 13, 2026)
- Co-Author, "No Signature, No Arbitration: Fifth Circuit Sends Strong Warning to Employers," Employment Law Lookout, Seyfarth Shaw LLP (March 5, 2026)
- Co-Author, "Texas Takes the Lead in Addressing Workplace Violence in Healthcare Facilities," Workplace Safety and Environmental Law Alert Blog, Seyfarth Shaw LLP (July 24, 2023)
- Co-Author, "The Fifth Circuit Recognizes a “Super Statute” for Religious For-Profit Employers," Employment Law Lookout, Seyfarth Shaw LLP (July 17, 2023)
- Co-Author, "Texas Joins Growing Number of States to Ban Natural Hair Discrimination," Employment Law Lookout, Seyfarth Shaw LLP (June 16, 2023)
- Grace Place (Houston, Texas)
- Trans Legal Aid Clinic of Texas
- Montrose Grace Place