Julie Dargus
About Julie Dargus
Julie Dargus is a Staff Attorney at Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, where she specializes in providing legal services to asylum seekers. She has a diverse background in law, marketing, and education, with previous roles at various organizations including the Immigrant Defenders Law Center and the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.
Current Role at Texas RioGrande Legal Aid
Julie Dargus serves as a Staff Attorney at Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she focuses on providing legal services to asylum seekers in the Laredo, Texas area. Julie is a member of the PASA Team (Proyecto de Ayuda para Solicitantes de Asilo), where she works on policies such as MPP (Remain in Mexico) and Title 42. Her work emphasizes direct client services, ensuring that individuals receive personalized legal support.
Previous Experience at Immigrant Defenders Law Center
Prior to her current role, Julie worked as a Staff Attorney at Immigrant Defenders Law Center in Los Angeles, California, starting in 2022. In this capacity, she contributed to legal advocacy for immigrants, focusing on the complexities of immigration law and the rights of individuals seeking asylum.
Educational Background
Julie Dargus holds a Doctor of Law (JD) degree from the University of California, Los Angeles - School of Law, where she studied from 2017 to 2020. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Linguistics and Spanish, with a Minor in Business Administration from the University of Arizona, completing her studies from 2010 to 2014. Additionally, she participated in a study abroad program at Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez, focusing on Spanish Language and Literature in 2012.
Language Proficiency
Julie is fluent in both Spanish and Portuguese, which enhances her ability to communicate effectively with a diverse client base. This language proficiency is particularly valuable in her legal work, allowing her to provide comprehensive support to clients from various backgrounds.
Past Roles and Contributions
Julie has held various positions that contributed to her expertise in legal and community service. She worked as a Project Manager in Marketing and Business Development at AZ Brightmind Consulting in 2017, and as a Brazil English Teaching Assistant at Comissão Fulbright Brasil in 2015. Additionally, she served as an EducationUSA Advisor for the U.S. Department of State in Brazil and worked as a Certified Yoga Instructor in Pato Branco, Brazil.