Age: 33

Partner, shareholder, Thurmond Kirchner & Timbes P.A.

• As one of four partners at his law firm, is responsible for daily case management and operations.
  In charge of the criminal defense practice and dedicates significant efforts toward client development and community involvement.
• Community involvement
  Elected to Charleston County Council in November 2006. He currently serves as vice chairman and represents about 35,000 people in James Island, Kiawah Island, Johns Island, Seabrook Island, Folly Beach and West Ashley.
• Member, Charleston Area Regional Transportation Committee board and the Magistrate Oversight Committee.
• Board member, Strom Thurmond Foundation.
• Member, Ashley River Baptist Church.

What made you select your chosen profession? When I was younger, my mother would tell me that I should be a lawyer — apparently I liked to argue with her frequently. It did not hurt that I have a family full of lawyers. Most importantly, I view it as a great way to help people in need.

Professional goal: To be able to reflect on my professional career and feel like I did things the right way. Through hard work, compassion and diligence, I’d also like to make a positive impact on my profession. Above all else, I want to treat people as I would like to be treated.

Personal mission statement: I want to be a good father and role model for my children, and I want to make a difference in my community. I would love to look back on my life and think that I learned from my mistakes and that I contributed to the joy of others.

Best career advice you’ve ever been given: My father said, “Don’t worry about it; just do the best
you can.”