In the often rigid world of corporate law, Julie Herzog has built a career defined by adaptability, empathy and a business-first mindset that disrupts the norm. As founding partner at Fortis Law Partners, Herzog is not just a legal advisor—she is a strategic ally for executives navigating complex ventures. Her approach challenges traditional boundaries, positioning law not as a barrier but as a bridge to opportunity.
One of Herzog’s most impactful achievements in recent years is her mentorship of rising legal professionals within Fortis Law Partners. Rather than focusing solely on billable hours and transactional work, she chose to invest her time in coaching the next generation of attorneys, many of whom are now building practices of their own. The ripple effect is evident: stronger client relationships, a culture of trust and a firm that continues to grow without sacrificing its integrity. This effort taught her that legacy is not built through titles, but through time given generously.
At the core of Herzog’s leadership style is a simple but powerful belief: people perform best when they are supported, challenged and aligned with purpose. Her values—mentorship, collaboration and an unwavering commitment to excellence—shape the firm’s internal culture and client relationships alike. She has fostered an environment where attorneys are encouraged to lead with both heart and intellect, helping clients not only navigate legal challenges but also thrive in business.
Over the next five years, Herzog envisions further redefining what it means to practice law in a dynamic business world. She plans to continue modernizing Fortis Law Partners’ legal services to reflect the evolving needs of startups, mid-sized companies and established enterprises alike. She aims to expand the firm’s influence beyond transactions into strategic advisement, building deeper partnerships with clients and reinforcing Fortis Law Partners as a hub for innovative legal thinking.
Her Titan 100 Hall of Fame honor marks a career shaped not by conformity, but by courage. Herzog has carved out a reputation as someone who not only knows the law inside and out, but also understands how to use it as a tool for growth. Her work is about creating long-term solutions, minimizing risk and unlocking value through proactive legal strategies.
To those entering positions of influence, Herzog offers this insight: take the risk. Move toward what excites you, even if the path is unclear. Fear of failure, she insists, should never outweigh the potential for fulfillment. That spirit has guided her from law school classrooms to high-stakes boardrooms, and it continues to fuel her commitment to excellence.
Herzog leads with clarity, mentors with purpose and practices law as both a discipline and a calling. Through her work, she continues to shape the legal profession into one of possibility—where business goals and legal strategy move forward in unison.
