Julia Bernstein’s practice focuses on all aspects of the representation of lenders and borrowers in secured and unsecured transactions, finance transactions involving commercial real estate, corporate finance transactions and multi-state transactions. Julia frequently issues legal opinions in connection with multi-state projects and as local counsel for transactions originated outside of Alabama secured by real property located within the state.
Julia Gruenewald Bernstein
Awarded Practice Areas
Commercial Finance Law Banking and Finance Law Corporate Law Real Estate Law
*Named the "Lawyer of the Year" in this practice area in the 2026 edition in Birmingham.
Awarded Practice Areas
Commercial Finance Law Banking and Finance Law Corporate Law Real Estate Law
*Named the "Lawyer of the Year" in this practice area in the 2026 edition in Birmingham.
Biography
Locations
Education
- New York University, J.D., graduated 2003
- University of Georgia, B.A., graduated 2000
Client Testimonials
Awards & Focus

Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
- Commercial Finance Law, Birmingham (2026)
- Real Estate Law, Birmingham (2023)
- Commercial Finance Law, Birmingham (2022)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
- Banking and Finance Law
- Commercial Finance Law
- Corporate Law
- Real Estate Law
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