What’s it like transitioning from the military to a civilian career in law? How can your military background help you succeed as an attorney? Today’s guest is here to give you the inside scoop, plus some valuable advice to veterans.

In this week’s Hot Docket, you’ll hear from Greg Posch, Owner and Attorney at Posch Law Firm, PLLC, in Raleigh, NC. Greg’s here to shed light on his journey from Air Force veteran to personal injury and estate planning attorney.

If you’re a veteran pursuing a career in law or just interested in the transition from military to civilian life, you’ll definitely want to tune in to this conversation!

Listen in to learn how your military background can give you a leg up in getting client referrals, infusing authenticity into your brand, winning in the courtroom, and much more.

Stay tuned for a game of “Rules of Engagement” where Bobby and Andrew give Greg a few legal marketing scenarios to see how he would respond. ⚖️

In this episode of Hot Docket, Bobby, Andrew, and Greg discuss:

• Greg’s transition from Air Force veteran to lawyer.
• Expectations vs. Reality: Going from the military to the legal profession.
• Niching Down: Why Greg switched from a generalized law practice to a more specialty law practice.
• How he chose his two practice areas.
• Navigating contributory negligence as a personal injury lawyer in North Carolina.
• How does having a veteran background give you advantages in getting client referrals?
• Serving the military vs. serving the court system: Similarities and differences.
• Advice for veterans on preparing for civilian life and getting a career in law.
• Storytime: Bobby’s 1-day-long military career.

Key Actionable Takeaways for Veterans Interested in a Legal Career:

• Preparation and planning are crucial for veterans transitioning into civilian careers, especially in the legal profession. Don’t create your civilian plans too late. Greg started studying for the LSAT over a year before discharging from the military!
• When exiting the military and entering civilian life, maintain your momentum, consider timelines, and make sure you’re pursuing what you want in life, rather than what the military wants.
• If you’re not sure what practice areas should be your niche, try paying attention to supply and demand to see what areas could use your expertise.
• Your military background and network can pay off in the form of referrals, so keep your network strong!

Important Links and Resources:

• Website: https://www.poschlaw.com
• LinkedIn: /in/gregory-posch-0b6206b5

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