The NC DWI Guy James "Jake" Minick

On today’s episode, Robert DiDomenico joins Jake as we continue the Warriors on the Battlefield series highlighting young leaders in criminal defense. Rob is an associate attorney at Hiltzheimer Law Office in Durham, North Carolina. Rob describes how he was able to land a job working with the incredible Ben Hiltzheimer straight out of law school and his perspective on how to add value both in the courtroom and in relation to your firm’s bottom line as an associate attorney.
 
Highlights:
·       Rob describes his background in theater and how those skills have shaped his lawyering and why his career as an actor led him to law school.
·       Listen to Rob’s advice for young lawyers trying to advance the business development of their firms.
·       Uncover the culture of Hiltzheimer Law.

On today’s episode, Leah Shellberg joins Jake as we continue the Courtroom Warriors series highlighting young leaders in criminal defense. Leah is a Managing Partner at the Law Office of Tony Huynh, PLLC. Leah believes in practical and dynamic legal representation and sees herself as the ferry her clients can ride through the court system as she provides them with the legal knowledge they need to make empowered choices along the journey. Leah’s love of her clients and work is contagious and you are going to relish Leah’s take on the practice of criminal defense!
 
Highlights:
·       Leah develops the theme we have heard on a number of the Warriors episodes about the importance of relationships in growing your practice.
·       Listen to some of the amazing advice that Leah offers on how to take care of your mental health during your commute.
·       Discover the practical steps that Leah’s firm has utilized to create a culture of work-life balance for its employees.

On today’s episode, Daniel Donahue joins Jake as we continue the Courtroom Warriors series highlighting young leaders in criminal defense. Donahue Defense is located in Nags Head and Daniel handles DWI and other criminal cases in Dare and Currituck Counties. This episode is chalk full of practical advice for young lawyers starting their own law firm or who have recently hung their shingle. Bring your notepad to today’s episode!
Highlights:
·       This is truly one of the best episodes of the podcast in showcasing how to build your law firm from the ground up.
·       Listen as Jake and Daniel discuss why lawyers from small towns should consider setting up shop in their hometowns after law school.
·       Uncover some of Daniels best customer service lessons learned while he worked in his family’s small business growing up.

On today’s episode, Jennifer Chandler joins Jake as we continue the Courtroom Warriors series highlighting young leaders in criminal defense. Jennifer is the epitome of a criminal defense lawyer, passionate about her work: fighting in the courtroom and building an emotional connection with her clients. Chandler Law is located in Mooresville and Jennifer handles a variety of traffic and criminal cases in Charlotte, Huntersville, and Mooresville.  
Highlights:
·       Discover what led to Jennifer’s journey into criminal defense.
·       Hear the passion of a true warrior as Jennifer describes why she loves practicing criminal defense.
·       Uncover some the hurdles that Jennifer identifies for criminal defense lawyers in the current criminal justice system.
 

On today’s episode, Jake continues the Courtroom Warriors series highlighting young leaders in criminal defense by diving into conversation with his good friend, Josh Nielsen. Josh’s firm, Nielsen Legal handles a variety of practice areas including all levels of criminal representation throughout Western North Carolina. This episode is packed with practical advice on building a successful criminal law practice one relationship at a time.
Highlights:
·       Discover some of the keys Josh has used in designing a practice that provides personal fulfillment.
·       Learn how Josh has built his practice through relationships and why this is particularly critical due to the wide geographic territory he covers.
·       Listen to Josh’s advice on building a better local bar and why the local bar and judiciary make such a difference in the quality of life of local practitioners.
·       Uncover how Josh taught Jake one of the most valuable lessons in their brief time working together on the importance of providing your team with the correct tools and systems.

On today’s episode, Jake continues the Courtroom Warriors series highlighting young leaders in criminal defense with this week’s spotlight on Rowan County attorney Marlowe Rary. Marlowe is a former teacher turned lawyer and shares the moment in his youth that sent him on a trajectory towards criminal defense. Marlowe is a partner at Whitley, Jordan, Inge & Rary, a powerhouse of criminal defense experience and expertise.
 
Highlights:
·       Discover why joining a longstanding criminal defense firm may be the quickest way to success in both the courtroom and business.
·       Learn how Marlowe’s background as a teacher has helped in his development as a lawyer and why education is such a huge part of his firm’s culture.
·       Uncover some of the biggest challenges facing criminal defense lawyers according to Marlowe and his forecast of legal developments coming our way.