Episode 221: From Army Cavalry to JAG to Estate Law and Asset Protection Attorney With Jack Grimes

Jack Grimes is an Army Cavalry soldier turned lawyer. Or, wait a minute—it's actually the other way around! Jack has the unique experience of attending law school and THEN heading into the military. As he says, he had an itch he couldn't scratch and knew the only way he would be able to rest is if he enlisted. Today, he has been commissioned as an Air Force JAG Corps Lieutenant Colonel while he runs his private practice in Northern Virginia. He's a man that stands for upholding the law in every aspect of his life. Here's a Glimpse of What You'll Learn 0:00 Introduction 3:17 Military Experience 4:53 Why Jack Enlisted 6:45 Working in the JAG Office 10:20 Why Jack Went to Law School 12:57 Lessons Learned From the Military 16:32 Military Education Benefits 18:29 Working With Private Citizens  20:43 Choosing a Legal Field 23:34 Career Advice for Veterans 24:54 Pitfalls of Private Practice 27:30 Benefits of Military Experience 30:07 Veteran Legal Mentorship Programs 34:52 Biggest Legal Marketing Mistakes 36:47 Focus of Jack's Practice 39:43 Marketing Success Stories 42:10 Closing Thoughts Jack's practice, GuideOn Legal Services, pays homage to his Army roots, playing off the name of the flag carried by military units. The name of the practice is meant to signify the firm's desire to continue supporting troops once they transition out of the armed forces and into civilian life. Look to GuideOn for services associated with estate planning and estate law, digital asset protection, and business law. Whether you serve or not, you can rest assured that Jack and his team will have you and your loved ones protected on and off the battlefield. Speakers Featured in This Episode - Tom Foster of Foster Web Marketing- Jack Grimes of GuideOn Legal Services This episode is brought to you by Foster Web Marketing. Foster Web Marketing is dedicated to providing cutting-edge, highly customizable marketing and strategic solutions specifically designed for law firms and medical practices. Our award-winning marketing and systems solutions are what set us apart from everyone else.