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A Coastal Classic: Ward and Smith Sponsors the Wilmington Chamber Oyster Roast

We’re proud to once again sponsor one of Wilmington’s most anticipated fall traditions—the Wilmington Chamber of Commerce’s 2025 Oyster Roast. Join us on Friday, November 14, for an evening of coas…

Trick or Treat Contracts: Avoiding AI Vendor Horror Stories

Written By Angela P. Doughty, CIPP/US, AIGP

Ed. Note: This is the fifth article in our series, “Conjuring Competitive Advantage: An AI Spellbook for Leaders,” focused on unlocking AI for business with practical steps and insights. Read Part 1,&…

Director of IT Charles Collins to Speak at NCPLA Fall Meeting on Cybersecurity Risks for Law Firms

Director of Information Technology Charles Collins will present at the North Carolina Professional Lobbyists Association (NCPLA) Annual Meeting, taking place October 30–31. On Thursday, October 31, Charles will…

Friends in Care: Supporting the Urban Ministries Open Door Clinic

Ward and Smith is proud to support Urban Ministries of Wake County as a Friend of the Clinic sponsor for the Open Door Clinic and Pharmacy. The Open Door Clinic provides a medical home for uninsured adults in Wake Co…

Mayukh Sircar Named CLE Committee Co-Chair of NCBA Privacy & Data Security Section

Ward and Smith is proud to announce that attorney Mayukh Sircar has been named CLE Committee Co-Chair of the North Carolina Bar Association’s Privacy & Data Security Section. The Section brings together att…

Can an Irrevocable Trust be Changed? A Guide for North Carolina Families

Written By Hunter Morris and Peter B. von Stein

Irrevocable trusts are often viewed as rigid, permanent components of an estate plan designed to preserve wealth, minimize taxes, and protect assets. However, as family circumstances evolve, laws change, and goals shift, t…