Bio
Julia Hanlon joined Lake Ridge Bank in 2023 after practicing as an attorney, specializing in estate planning, probate administration, and trust administration. Her expertise extended to transfers of real estate and other property, fiduciary and beneficiary representation, and a variety of estate administration matters. After graduating from the University of Michigan, Julia went on to receive her JD from the University of Wisconsin-Madison Law School.
Julia is an active community volunteer. In 2018, she received the Community Shares Backyard Hero award for her research and work with low-income and at-risk Wisconsin families. Julia is also a member of Madison Estate Council, Dane County and Wisconsin Bar Associations, and United Way of Wisconsin.
Education
University of Michigan
University of Wisconsin Law School
Community Involvement
Madison Estate Council – Board Member
Capital Lakes Foundation – Board Member
Dane County Bar Association
Women United, United Way of Dane County
Wisconsin State Bar Association
Wisconsin Banker’s Association Trust Section, 2024-2025 Chair
Wisconsin Association of Charitable Gift Planners
I love being the bridge between financial expertise and genuine care — that’s what community banking is all about. Through trust services, I’m able to help families preserve their wealth, honor their values, and create peace of mind for future generations.”
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