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 WhitleyConnect: 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 SpotifyVoices 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. Join today!