...

Blue Ocean Global Technology Interviews Julie Jakmides

By: Blue Ocean Global Technology Team |  December 30, 2023

About Julie Jakmides

Julie is a litigation attorney in northeast Ohio who practices law with her father and is building a practice in family law, personal injury (wrongful death, car crashes), civil/business disputes, real property, municipal/government law, and anything that involves an insurance adjuster or claim. Julie spent nearly 4 terms on Alliance City Council, and when not spending time with her two young daughters and Golden Retriever Otis, she enjoys working on political campaigns.

Blue Ocean: Tell us about your professional life. Why did you chose to work in this industry?

Julie: I have always identified with being an advocate. From the time I was on an elementary school playground, I admired my dad’s professional career helping people with their problems and standing up for them. I enjoy public speaking and I can think quickly on my feet, so being a litigation attorney suits me very well.

Blue Ocean: What does your typical day look like?

Julie: Every day is different, and that is something I love about my career. I am usually in court 3-4 times per week, but those courtrooms could be anywhere across a 5+ county area, and all the way from municipal court to the federal level. Part of my day is always consumed by returning phone calls and touching base with clients, and I spent a decent amount of time doing legal research and drafting my own filings in between court appearances.

Blue Ocean: What is one trend from your industry that excites you?

Julie: Embracing technology. Our courts are consistently investing in infrastructure that levels the playing field for parties without means, and also enables attorneys to do more work in less time.

Blue Ocean Global Technology Interviews Julie Jakmides
Picture Credits: Julie Jakmides

Blue Ocean: How have you differentiated yourself and what underpins your success?

Julie: I am demographically differentiated because I am young and female in an older, male-dominated industry, but I have defined by professional reputation by blending my personal experience with my background in politics and government. I do my own research and writing and I never let an opposing party know a case better than I do.

Blue Ocean: What is something unique you offer your clients?

Julie: I dive head-first into my cases. I am happy to spend whatever time is necessary getting to know my clients so I can understand how best to resolve their legal problems, and hopefully lighten their load on a personal level too.

Blue Ocean: What advice would you give your younger self?

Julie: Just keep going. I hit a few personal bumps while in law school and shortly thereafter, and I spent many hours contemplating if I could make a legal career happen. The persistence it took to get to the place I am today has been well worth the struggles.

Blue Ocean: What is something you are grateful for?

Julie: My family and my community. But for the support of my parents and my “village” that includes everything from neighbors to teachers to the alumni networks I belong to, I would be not be able to juggle a thriving professional career while also supporting my two young daughters.

Blue Ocean: What are your sources of happiness and inspiration?

Julie: My daughters – no question. They are the absolute light in my life. I find tremendous purpose and satisfaction with what I do professionally, but at the end of the day they are my reasons why I am able to do what I do.

Blue Ocean Global Technology Interviews Julie Jakmides
Picture Credits: Julie Jakmides

Blue Ocean: Outside of work, what passions or interests do you pursue?

Julie: I enjoy working on political campaigns. I consider myself a very moderate Republican, but align myself with candidates who share my community ideals and world-view regardless of strict partisanship. I also love travel and having a great meal with an even better bottle of dry red wine.

Blue Ocean: Please share your favorite quotation.

Julie: I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel. -Maya Angelou

Do you have a personal or professional story that can inspire other people into becoming the best version of themselves?

You are welcome to share your journey with our audience.

Share Your Story
Send Us an Email
Scroll to Top

"*" indicates required fields

Download PDF File here

Please provide your information below to receive the white paper.

"*" indicates required fields

[contact-form-7 id="7432" title="Call Us Now !"]

[showchatbox]

Brittney Bagiardi

Business Development & Marketing Manager at Butler Weihmuller Katz Craig LLP February 4, 2020

The Legal Marketing Association's Tampa City Group was honored to have Sameer come to speak with us regarding Online Reputation Management. Sameer is an energetic presenter who took the time to answer each and every one of our questions. His expertise was evident in his polished presentation, and our members were engaged thoroughly. All communications leading up to the event were timely and friendly, and I have enjoyed my time working with Sameer on this speaking engagement.

Tamie Maffeo

Marketing Manager at NEIRG Wealth Management. & Business Succession Advisers, LLC

Working with Sameer and the team at Blue Ocean Global Technology has been such a positive experience! The ongoing communication combined with the efficiency of work of the team is very much appreicated. Sameer is quick to respond to any questions we may have. He and his team is quick to to resolve any questions that arise. They go above and beyond for us no matter what day or time we reach out. I have had many dissapointing engagements over the years with similar firms but must say that this is a refreshing experience. I am in a niche business with complicated regulations surronding our marketing platform. Having the peace of mind that the team at Blue Ocean is there to impliment and guide our firm gives me great satisfation. That being said, I give them my highest reccomendations and would gladly speak with anyone who has any questions regarding my experience.

Jay Chong

EVP, Head of e-Mobility Group at SK Group

I had a chance to work with Sameer for several months, and he has been one of the most transparent and responsible people I have ever worked with. He has been highly responsive, always responding within a day despite the time zone difference, and thoughtful, which was a big relief for me as some I worked with in the past were "Catch Me if You Can". He has delivered all his promises and more. He has been genuine and results oriented. It has been a pleasure working with him, and I highly recommend his service.

Vern Hayden

Client Advocate at Sovereign Financial Group, Inc

Sameer lives outside the cliche’s of life. Let me put it this way:

If you were looking for someone totally committed to helping in a mission, a cause, or company you would want Sameer.

If you were looking for someone who would drop everything to help you, who knows the best and worst about you, someone with empathy and understanding, in short someone you call a “true friend” , you would want Sameer.

If you want someone who has aligned themselves with the great causes of women you will want Sameer. If you want someone who gives a damn about kids that are abused,misplaced,without direction,kicked to the curb, and need help get Sameer.

If you want someone to give a mesmerizing presentation get Sameer. He will stay up all night doing relentless research on the subject and the audience and inspire your audience to action.

If you want someone with a consistent well defined philosophy of life combined with a remarkable code of ethics you want Sameer.

If you want a leader with emotional and academic intelligence combined with magnetic charisma check in with Sameer.

If you want a team player who has been in the trenches as well as the mountain tops Sameer has been there.

If you want someone to help stabilize your business and take it to greater fulfillment Sameer will be there for you.

If you need a George Gilder tech genius as a resource., Sameer knows the best and can bring innovative solutions to your challenges. ( the right wing radio host Rush Limbaugh said if he could choose another brain it would be Gilder’s.)
If you need someone to trust with integrity and accountability you need to meet Sameer. I could go on but I think you know how I feel about this guy now. I have known and been a friend for over two decades.

Najah A. Edmondson

Marketing professional at National Center For College & Career Transitions (NC3T), The TASA Group and ASK For Tutoring

Sameer Somal is a personality you cannot forget! I met Sameer one year exhibiting at the Delaware Valley Legal Expo in King of Prussia, PA. It was the end of the night and he came over to introduce himself to me and my colleague. We engaged in an amazing conversation about The TASA Group and about relationship management. He helped us take our belongings to the car at the end of the night. We all left with a new connection and a lifelong friend. So excited with meeting Sameer, we immediately figured out how we could work together - webinars, articles and in-person presentations to some of the organizations we are partnered with. It's been a few years since we met and Sameer continues to thrive in his field and in his expertise. The light he exudes is both infectious and comforting. I would recommend Sameer for any job!

Walt Wiesenhutter

Certified Small Business Mentor at SCORE Mentors Philadelphia. Taught at Harvard University Executive MBA & at Columbia Executive MBA & Northwestern Executive MBA

My name is Walter J. Wiesenhutter and I am loyal client of Sameer Somal’s and Blue Ocean Global Technology. I founded Jay Associates in 1984 and served as president of our consulting company for several decades. Regretfully, our offices were in the World Trade Center in 9/11 and we lost key team members as a result of those tragic events. We persevered for the next few years to replace the seemingly unreplaceable. I met Sameer, one of the co-founders of Blue Ocean Global Technology in 2005. I was immediately impressed with his genuine character and commitment to serving others. The emergence of the internet and digital technology changed our business so much and our meeting couldn’t have been more serendipitous. I was quite fortunate to learn of this company’s world-class resources. Over the years, they were instrumental in improving our stellar reputation and building a digital presence that reflected the trust we had with our clients offline. As business partners, clients, and friends complained about their Google presence, disappointing web development projects, and digital marketing companies over promising and under delivering, I referred them directly to Sameer and his team at Blue Ocean Global Technology. Their needs and requirements were always handled with care; the feedback is always exceptional because they deliver results based on exactly what the companies want to help them grow. When Blue Ocean Global Tech did not feel they could provide the best service or guidance on a particular situation, Sameer and his colleagues are honest with me or anyone from my network. They then took the time to find resources and partners within their trusted network that were a better fit. Today, at 75, I am delighted to share and document my successful experiences with this team of excellent professionals. If you are looking for a global team that is diligent, honest, and transparent, you have found the right company in Blue Ocean Global Technology. Not only do I give them my highest and best recommendation, I feel fortunate to call many of their global team members my friends!

Terms and Conditions - Privacy Policy