My Morning Cup E150 - Maury Nicely’s Morning Cup
Nov 24, 2025
Maury Nicely, a Partner at Evans Harrison Hackett and a passionate local historian, shares his unexpected journey from an English major to a successful employment law attorney. He discusses the challenges of launching a law firm during a recession and the importance of family support. Maury also delves into his love for Chattanooga's history, highlighting his walking tours and works like Hoffa in Tennessee. He emphasizes the need to acknowledge painful pasts while fostering community growth and connectivity in the vibrant city.
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Morning Cup Preference
- Maury Nicely drinks Diet Coke instead of coffee and jokes about representing Coca-Cola Bottling Company.
- He uses this personal detail to show how local ties influence his life and work.
Childhood Jobs At Rock City
- Maury worked at Rock City as a kid, including a summer as Rocky the Elf and later in the deli and camera shop.
- Those early jobs gave him hands-on experience and local stories that shaped his attachment to Chattanooga.
English Degree As A Foundation
- Maury studied English and planned a PhD but took a gap year and discovered alternative paths.
- He credits an English degree for teaching deep reading, writing, and research useful in law and history work.
