Voices of NCAJ

North Carolina Advocates for Justice
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Voices of NCAJ

Since the beginning, members of the N.C. Advocates for Justice have been raising their voices. Speaking out on behalf of those who go unheard, joining their voices to oppose injustice and support fair treatment for everyone under the law. With this podcast, Voices of NCAJ, we’ll listen to those members – lawyers and legal professionals – who founded the organization, whose dedication and energy kept it going and guided it through growth, change and challenges. Each conversation will inspire us to meet the future with a unified voice that channels the strengths and accomplishments of our organization. Welcome to Voices of NCAJ. For more information on the North Carolina Advocates for Justice and how to join or support NCAJ, please visit our website at www.NCAJ.com.

  1. -5 J

    Face of a Law Firm, Heart of the Community, with Ben Whitley

    Fresh from profiling Ben Whitley for NCAJ’s flagship publication, Amber Nimocks invites him on the podcast so listeners can hear the story of this winning PI lawyer at Whitley Law Firm and familiar face on WRAL. From watching his father help clients as a child to launching his own career at the firm’s satellite office to honing his marketing skills before TV cameras, Ben reviews his career and highlights one constant: commitment to community. Click here to read Amber’s “Hero Profile” of Ben in Trial Briefs. 🎙️ Featured Guest 🎙️Name: Ben Whitley Connect: LinkedIn | Instagram  Whitley Law Firm on LinkedIn | Instagram | X | YouTube 💡 Episode Highlights 💡[02:26] Media Pioneer: Ben’s father, Bob, started advertising on television soon after the US Supreme Court allowed it. As Ben explains, his father’s technique was to approach the public like he was speaking to a jury. [08:32] Community Cares: The Whitley Law Firm highlights a different charity each month as part of its commitment to pro bono service. Learn more about this partnership with WRAL here.  [15:35] UIM Stacking: Ben recently played an important role in persuading state legislators to change laws on uninsured motorist stacking and expand coverage limits. [15:51] Force for Change: In addition to being a member of NCAJ for two decades, Ben is actively involved in state politics to “make real changes for lives of North Carolinians.” [19:21] Earning His Wings: Ben grew up watching his father practice law, but before he received his law license, he got a different one: a pilot’s license. [24:51] Operation Airdrop: Ben is a member of this civilian air fleet that delivers supplies to needy communities when a hurricane or major disaster strikes. Connect with North Carolina Advocates for Justice☑️ Follow us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. ☑️ Subscribe to Voices of NCAJ on Apple Podcasts or a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6HGOezP4GhukkYUA67R2bC" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

    28 min

  2. 19 NOV.

    Criminal Defense Lawyers: Learn to Leverage North Carolina’s Traffic Stop Database with Ian Mance

    Ian Mance has worked for almost 20 years on criminal and racial justice policy and litigation in North Carolina. His long-term projects include developing strategies for leveraging a database of law enforcement traffic stops in the state. Ian will offer a hands-on presentation about the database and its application in the courts at NCAJ’s upcoming Criminal Defense CLE.  Twenty-five years ago, North Carolina was the first state to pass a law to create the database that logs enforcement patterns at traffic stops. Today, that database has information on 36 million stops. As Ian explains to host Amber Nimocks, the CLE will arm attorneys with strategies for using the data on behalf of clients with racial profiling claims. Click here to learn more and register for the NCAJ’s CLE on December 13, where Ian will present on “The Use of Traffic Stop Database in Litigating Criminal Cases.”  🎙️ Featured Guest 🎙️Name: Ian Mance Connect: LinkedIn | Emancipate NC | Instagram | Facebook 💡 Episode Highlights 💡[02:17] What Traffic Stops Show: The state’s database can reveal selective enforcement, commonly known as racial profiling, at traffic stops. Lawyers can access the information online. [03:40] State v. Johnson: This was the first appellate case to consider the traffic stop data in a defense context. Ian will explain the case and its implications at the December 13 CLE. [06:33] Treasure Trove: The traffic stop database contains information including the reason for the stop, the race of the driver and passengers, and anything notable that occurred. [08:13] The Pattern: The database shows that Black drivers are about twice as likely to be stopped and about three to four times as likely to be searched – a pattern that has persisted over the years. [18:26] Proactive Policing: Ian encourages police to use the database before a defense lawyer does: “I’ll say, ‘You can use this website to proactively monitor your officers.’”  [21:39] The Greensboro Phenomenon: After a New York Times’ expose on the city’s racialized pattern of making stops for non-moving, non-safety reasons, the city prohibited police from making those types of stops. The result was “unheard of,” Ian says. Connect with North Carolina Advocates for Justice☑️ Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. ☑️ Subscribe to Voices of NCAJ on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Voices of NCAJ features members of the North Carolina Advocates for Justice talking

    27 min

  3. 18 OCT.

    Bridging the Divide Between Justice and Psychology With Artemis Malekpour

    Artemis Malekpour, a partner at Malekpour & Ball who specializes in strategic jury selection and solutions to case problems, previews the session she will lead at NCAJ’s November 7 CLE. The program will focus on evidence and pretrial motions, and attendees will participate in an interactive exercise on voir dire.  In addition to laying out her CLE, Artemis joins host Amber Nimocks to share her insights on the importance of understanding jurors' perspectives and crafting trial themes based on their values. She highlights the need for attorneys to listen actively during voir dire, respect jurors' opinions, and create a connection with them.  Learn more about the CLE at ncaj.com/events. 🎙️ Featured Guest 🎙️Name: Artemis Malekpour at Malekpour & Ball Connect: Email | LinkedIn | Trial Guides 💡 Episode Highlights 💡[02:06] Jury Selection in North Carolina: Lawyers have more time here than in other states. Artemis suggests using that time to establish rapport, credibility, and connection. [08:57] “Weird Path”: She thought she wanted to go into psychology. Then psychiatry. In grad school, Artemis became fascinated by a “guilty but mentally ill” bill related to a psychiatrist who was sued by UNC. [22:07] Showing Respect: Like all of us, jurors want to feel important, valued, and that they matter. Voir dire is the time to show that, Artemis believes. [25:20] Politics: You don’t want to bring politics into voir dire, but Artemis thinks it’s important to understand how it informs trial. [28:47] No Sitting Back and Watching: Attendees at Artemis’s interactive session during the November 7 CLE will be encouraged to participate as they deconstruct a voir dire. Connect with North Carolina Advocates for Justice☑️ Follow us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. ☑️ Subscribe to Voices of NCAJ on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Voices of NCAJ features members of the North Carolina Advocates for Justice talking about what it means to be a trial lawyer, what it takes to be great at the practice of law and how being a part of NCAJ enriches their lives and their careers. Members of NCAJ belong to a nonprofit, nonpartisan association of legal professionals dedicated to empowering a strong community of trial lawyers to protect people, prevent injustice and promote fairness. Membership affords many benefits and we’re proud to offer discounts and opportunities thanks to our tremendous community of sponsors and partners. a...

    33 min

  4. 3 OCT.

    The Key Role that Paralegals Play with Emily Beeson

    Emily Beeson didn’t know that she would pursue a legal career when she got her first position as a bilingual case manager, and then as a paralegal. But after she was in that role for a while, she realized “this is a great opportunity for growth.” Law school followed. Now with a decade of experience, she is the lead workers’ compensation lawyer for Ward Black Law. She’s also a 2023 graduate of the NCAJ Next Leadership Program. On October 18, she’ll share the wisdom she gained from being a paralegal at NCAJ’s Fall Conference for Paralegals. Register here. Joining host Amber Nimocks, Emily previews her presentation, including her thoughts about the role that empathy plays in interacting with the client.  🎙️ Featured Guest 🎙️Name: Emily Beeson | LinkedIn  Connect: Ward Black Law | Facebook | Instagram | X | LinkedIn | YouTube 💡 Episode Highlights 💡[02:16] Point of Contact:: From three years of paralegal experience, Emily knows how paralegals support a client: fielding questions, answering phone calls, and interpreting legalese. [03:45] Client Misconceptions: Clients often think their lawyer has more power than they really do. Lawyers, of course, do have some power – but it’s in the confines of the court. [06:13] Hallmarks of a Great Paralegal: The ability to anticipate the needs of the case right from the start is one quality that separates a great paralegal from the rest. [09:55] From Jargon to the Layman: As a mentor once told Emily: “If you are trying to explain a difficult concept to a client, explain it as if you were talking to a third-grader.” [12:24] Empathy for the Client: To succeed for their client, legal professionals need to remember that this is the first time, and hopefully the only time, that the client is going through a traumatic experience. [16:02] Delivering Bad News: It starts with setting the client’s expectations early and offering fallback plans if that time comes. Connect with North Carolina Advocates for Justice☑️ Follow us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/ncaj/" rel="noopener...

    19 min

  5. 24 SEPT.

    Now Is the Time For Trial Lawyers To Make AI Part of Their Practice

    Artificial intelligence is transforming how lawyers research the facts and laws pertaining to their cases, negotiate settlements with insurance companies, and strategize the best way to present a case, so those who don’t keep up with the technology will be left behind, best-selling author Brian Carter says in this conversation with NCAJ host Amber Nimocks. Carter is one of several AI experts who will speak at NCAJ’s upcoming Mountain Magic conference in Asheville Oct. 3-5. Go to www.ncaj.com/mountain-magic to register. Insurance companies already have vast databases about settlements, and they’re using AI to help them decide settlement offers, so lawyers who aren’t also using AI are already behind, he explains. The best way to begin to use new technology is to use it as often as possible, Brian suggests, just as everyone did to learn the internet. For example, to learn AI programs that synthesize information, he recommends giving your program a list of ingredients and asking it to suggest recipes that include those ingredients.  🎙️ Featured Guest 🎙️ Name: Brian Carter Connect: LinkedIn | Email 💡 Episode Highlights 💡[03:21] Lawyers Are Slow to Use Technology: Many law practices took a long time trying to figure out how to incorporate the internet and social media. [09:14] Some Jump in Too Early, Others Too Late: Not all technology works for every industry, and early leaders are the first to understand that. The second wave learns new technology when it becomes clear that it’s useful. Others are just too late. [10:18] Insurance Companies Are Ahead: They have a lot of data, and AI helps them shape settlement offers. [11:10] Pool Info for Greater Advantage: If law firms pool data, they can help each other against the insurance companies. [12:17] Learn the AI Programs: Each type of AI has strengths and limitations. Learn which AI is most useful for different tasks. [14:46] Understand a Firm’s Human Strengths: When law firms know the strengths and weaknesses of their team, it helps them decide how to use AI to fill in the gaps for such skills as memorizing details and frees up people to do what they do best. [16:57] Big Companies Test the Limits: Companies use AI to answer phones, direct callers, and test other ways to maximize profits by minimizing costs. Connect with North Carolina Advocates for Justice☑️ Follow us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. ☑️ Subscribe to Voices of NCAJ on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Voices of NCAJ features members of...

    23 min

  6. 21 AOÛT

    Get Up to Speed on Key Changes To NC’s Auto Insurance Laws: What’s In SB 319 for North Carolina PI Plaintiffs’ Attorneys

    For North Carolina PI lawyers, the auto insurance landscape will change dramatically on July 1, 2025. Christopher Nichols, NCAJ’s Governmental Affairs Consultant, lays out the new rules of the road with host Amber Nimocks. Relying on his deep understanding of recent changes to the law, including  Senate Bill 319, which was passed this summer, Chris describes how the law will affect personal injury lawyers and their clients. He offers a look into what’s in store come next July, starting with new minimum limits on a rolling basis. 🎙️ Featured Guest 🎙️Name: Christopher Nichols | LinkedIn | Email Connect: Nichols Law Firm | Facebook | Phone  💡 Episode Highlights 💡[03:49] Senate Bill 319: This bill represents technical corrections to SB 452, which would change minimum limits in liability insurance in North Carolina starting in January 2025. Plaintiffs’ personal injury lawyers were “hyped and excited” about 452. Then, things started to happen… [06:04 ] “Stack and Compare”: For nearly three decades, plaintiffs’ lawyers would “stack and compare” all possible uninsured motorist policies with the liability policy to determine the offset. SB 319 codified that practice, clearing up confusion that followed the N.C. Supreme Court decision in Farm Bureau v. Hebert this spring.   [08:21 ] The Frankenstein Statute: SB 319’s drafters collaborated with the insurance industry to update the definition of underinsurance, dubbed the “Frankenstein Statute” because it’s a creation built by many stakeholders who have changed text in one document over time. [09:53] July 2025: The corrections reflected in SB 319 go into effect, including this one: Every driver will have $100,000 in coverage, assuming somebody else has liability insurance. [19:22] The Impact of Raising the Minimum: Hint: It doesn’t mean more car accidents. It just means more coverage. Connect with North Carolina Advocates for Justice☑️ Follow us on X, Facebook, Instagram & LinkedIn. ☑️ Subscribe to Voices of NCAJ on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Voices of NCAJ features members of the North Carolina Advocates for Justice talking about what it means to be a trial lawyer, what it takes to be great at the practice of law and how being a part of NCAJ enriches their lives and their careers. Members of NCAJ belong to a nonprofit, nonpartisan association of legal...

    26 min

  7. 25 JUIL.

    Lessons in Life and the Law with NEXT Fellow Lex-Jordan Ibegbu

    As a successful trial attorney, Raleigh native and solo practitioner Lex-Jordan Ibegbu credits the NCAJ NEXT Leadership program with helping him build a community of colleagues and mentors. With Voices of NCAJ host Amber Nimocks, Lex-Jordan “drops some gems” of inspiration for the next class of NEXT fellows. Collaborating with NCAJ, his goal is to positively affect the citizens of North Carolina “because that's what it's all about at the end of the day.” Tune in to hear how he does that through his determination, connection with NCAJ, and even his experience as a musician.  NCAJ is accepting applications for the NEXT class of 2025 until September 16. Click here to learn more and apply. 🎙️ Featured Guest 🎙️Name: Lex-Jordan Ibegbu Connect: Ibegbu Law, PLLC | Email | X | Instagram | Facebook 💡 Episode Highlights 💡[6:33] Growing Up in Southeast Raleigh: He was both shielded from and exposed to the neighborhood’s ruggedness, a unique experience that still impacts him today in all arenas of his life. [12:43] Music to the Jury’s Ears: His background as a recording artist with thousands of songs to his credit helps him strategically use inflection, tones, and pauses to make his voice heard in the courtroom.   [13:26] Hanging Out His Shingle: One of the few NEXT fellows to build a solo practice, Lex-Jordan counts upon his entrepreneurial spirit to guide his career. [16:30] One Door Closes, Another Opens: After losing one job, he was hired by another firm that embraced his talents. And that role convinced him that he could eventually start his own practice, which he did. [24:56] How NEXT Helps: If being an attorney is isolating at times, the NEXT program introduces its fellows to colleagues and mentors who support and inspire. Connect with North Carolina Advocates for Justice☑️ Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram & LinkedIn. ☑️ Subscribe to Voices of NCAJ on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Voices of NCAJ features members of the North Carolina Advocates for Justice talking about what it means to be a trial lawyer, what it takes to be great at the practice of law and how being a part of NCAJ enriches their lives and their careers. Members of NCAJ belong to a nonprofit, nonpartisan association of legal professionals dedicated to empowering a strong community of trial lawyers to protect people, prevent injustice and promote fairness. Membership affords many benefits and we’re proud to offer discounts and opportunities thanks to our tremendous community of sponsors and...

    29 min

  8. 29 MAI

    Battleground North Carolina: Political Veterans Morgan Jackson and Paul Shumaker Break Down the 2024 Elections

    “The swingiest of swing, and the purplest of purple.” That’s North Carolina as we gear up for the hotly contested 2024 election season. In this episode of Voices of NCAJ, host Amber Nimocks welcomes seasoned political consultants Morgan Jackson and Paul Shumaker to the show to discuss North Carolina's political landscape ahead of the 2024 elections.  Tune in as they discuss how media consumption is evolving so campaigns must find a way to adapt their strategies. Increasing voter turnout is critical for both parties in this election, as is finding a way to attract unaffiliated voters. North Carolina’s gubernatorial race is also gearing up to be one of the most important in the nation. Learn just how pivotal North Carolina is as a battleground state in national politics this election cycle. Morgan and Paul will speak at the NCAJ Convention in June. You can register for Convention 2024 here. 🎙️ Featured Guest 🎙️Name: Paul Shumaker  Connect: Capitol Communications, Inc. | Email | LinkedIn Name: Morgan Jackson  Connect: Nexus Strategies | Email | LinkedIn 💡 Episode Highlights 💡[02:13] Suburban Surge: Whether soccer moms or grill dads, the suburban population in North Carolina is booming with new residents, many of whom are college-educated and female. [04:31] Exponential Urban Growth: Since the last presidential election, Wake and Mecklenburg counties have gained an average of 90 new voters a day, leaving smaller counties, like Henderson, in the dust. [05:06] The Swingest of Swing States: Because North Carolina has both urban and rural areas to offset any deficiencies in one demographic for either party, we’re seeing both sides commit significant resources to ensure the state swings their way. [06:50] Meeting Voters Where They Are: With the media becoming more segmented and greater options for voters to “cut cords” or avoid advertisements when getting the news, campaigns must meet voters where they are if they want to get their messages across. [08:09] Finding the Undecideds: Like businesses, campaigns use consumer data to find likely voters and potential voters because the undecided voters are often the most important segment of the population. [11:48] An Uber-Important Gubernatorial Race: Not only is the gubernatorial race going to be the most expensive in the country, it may also be the only race where Republicans have a chance to gain a seat in a presidential election year. [16:12] Fear or Hope: In recent years, we’ve seen a trend that suggests elections are as much about fear about the other candidate winning as they are about having hope in your own...

    24 min
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Since the beginning, members of the N.C. Advocates for Justice have been raising their voices. Speaking out on behalf of those who go unheard, joining their voices to oppose injustice and support fair treatment for everyone under the law. With this podcast, Voices of NCAJ, we’ll listen to those members – lawyers and legal professionals – who founded the organization, whose dedication and energy kept it going and guided it through growth, change and challenges. Each conversation will inspire us to meet the future with a unified voice that channels the strengths and accomplishments of our organization. Welcome to Voices of NCAJ. For more information on the North Carolina Advocates for Justice and how to join or support NCAJ, please visit our website at www.NCAJ.com.

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    North Carolina Advocates for Justice
  • Années d’activité
    2022 - 2024
  • Épisodes
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