James McElroy - Bay Area Royalty

Send us Fan Maillovethylawyer.comA transcript of this podcast is available at lovethylawyer.com.JAMES AUGUSTUS MCELROY SCHOOLS: BURLINGAME HIGH SCHOOL COLLEGE OF SAN MATEO UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA SANTA CRUZ (POLITICS) NEW COLLEGE OF CALIFORNIA LAW SCHOOL WORK HISTORY BAYVIEW HUNTERS POINT FOUNDATION FOR COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT 1. COMMUNITY DEFENDER (LAW CLERK) 2. BVHP FOUNDATION YOUTH SERVICES( PROGRAM DIRECTOR) 3. INTERIM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR PRESENT-PRIVATE LAW PRACTICE James McElroy is a dedicated attorney with extensive experience in criminal and family law, as well as a background in community development. He began his career working with the Bayview Hunters Point Foundation, where he spent over three decades supporting youth programs and advocating for community needs. Throughout his legal career, James has balanced his passion for public service with private practice. His work has ranged from defending youth in expulsion hearings to overseeing programs that provide alternatives to juvenile detention. Today, he continues to help individuals navigate the legal system while maintaining empathy and professionalism. In this episode, James discusses the challenges and rewards of practicing law, insights into family and criminal law, and the importance of self-care for legal professionals. He also shares compelling stories from his career, including the systemic issues he's observed in the justice system. Tune in to learn about the realities of being an attorney, how the legal system is evolving, and what it takes to succeed in a career that demands both skill and resilience. Please subscribe and listen. Then tell us who you want to hear and what areas of interest you’d like us to cover.  Louis Goodman www.louisgoodman.comhttps://www.lovethylawyer.com/510.582.9090Music: Joel Katz, Seaside Recording, MauiTech: Bryan Matheson, Skyline Studios, OaklandAudiograms: Paul Robert  [email protected]