He’s a fan. Of his kids and of his wife’s, of course, but he’s a big fan of where he lives, what he does, and who he knows.
He’s a fan of all that, absolutely, but Jamie Bordas also is a fan of where he lives. He recalls the outings with his late, legendary father, Jim, and all of the magic Mom made happen for her children, and he’s decided to the Bordas & Bordas law firm would continue distributing donations their way because it allows young people to make many of the same memories.
But the best part? While the marketing folks for his family’s ultra-successful law firm circulate press releases about initiatives like Oglebay’s Park Access Program and the Boo at the Zoo events, the Ronald McDonald’s House in Pittsburgh, and the sponsorships of the Beyond the Field and Anti-Bullying Fighting for Justice awards for high school students, but for Jamie, it really is about his community and the people living in it.
The fact he feels lucky in life is an understatement – wonderful wife, six healthy children, successful career – and recognizing those realities makes signing those giant-sized checks a smooth stroke of respectful appreciation.
Was there one single moment you recall when you fell in love with sports? Tell us how that passion developed.
I have loved sports since I can remember. When I was just a toddler, my dad would take me to Elby’s on Saturday mornings and then we would go watch Wheeling Park High School football practice.
My dad loved sports, so I definitely got that from him at a young age.
Who is the best football player you have ever seen play the game, and why?
I’ve seen a lot of great football players at different levels throughout the years, and I would have to say Tom Brady is the best I have seen because of the number of Super Bowls he won and the fact that he was able to play at such a high level for so long.
When was the last time you defeated your daughter, Alexis, in a basketball game of one-on-one?
Lol. I don’t think I have ever beaten Alexis in a game of one-on-one basketball. From the time she was old enough to play, she was good enough to beat me. She definitely gets her basketball ability from her mom. Stacy could really shoot it.
Why law in your hometown?
When I graduated from Notre Dame, I really wanted to come back home where I could make a difference in the community where I grew up. I also knew that I had an opportunity to be mentored by two great lawyers in my mom and dad.
I have been blessed to be able to not only have a great work life but also be involved in so many wonderful other things like coaching football and working with non-profit organizations. That’s why I’ve never regretted that decision.
What is your favorite meal to make for the family?
My favorite meal to make for my family is definitely steak on the grill. I don’t like cooking in a kitchen at all and I’m not good at it, but no one can grill a ribeye steak better than me!
