I'm proud to carry the legacy of my name, James Robert Bell III, which resonates with the history of the brave Bells of Scotland. Born of resilience and ingenuity, I come from a line of life's mavericks and game-changers who lived between the lines.

Raised in a hard-working middle-class family, I've always been surrounded by winners and real-world fighters. My father's self-made success and my mother's dedication to service have always been my inspirations. Now, I stand proudly on their shoulders, leading my own way.

I've been a scholar-athlete, competing in baseball, basketball, and football. But my real arena, the place where I feel adrenaline rush the most, is the courtroom. Defending, advocating, winning—it's the fabric of who I am.

Graduating from law school with honors and a generous share of student loan debt, I didn't let the traditional path define my journey. I embraced opportunities, weathered failures, and celebrated triumphs, such as helping start a law firm at 25 years old. Today, it's a thriving practice with a fantastic team of 35.

From being a southpaw with green eyes to being nicknamed the Hawk, every fiber of my being is testament to a life lived fully. I've visited 37 out of 50 U.S. states, I've navigated Costa Rica's 'Pura Vida', and I've learned countless life lessons from individuals I meet on my journey and from song lyrics that speak to my soul.

I might be a descendant of Vikings and a pirate born 200 years too late, but I am also a passionate believer in the power of hard work, perseverance, and self-belief. As AC/DC says, "it's a long way to the top, if you want to rock n roll"—I'm all in for the climb.