Name: FAQs
Start: 2026-10-01T13:00:00
End: 2026-10-01T16:45:00
Location: The Umstead Hotel and Spa

You have questions. We have answers!

If there is something else you’d like to know, message us at rsvp@wardandsmith.com.

Who should attend?

This program is designed for in-house and general counsel from any industry or organization of privately held businesses.

I’m a human resources professional. Can I attend the In-House Counsel Seminar?

Thank you for your interest in our In-House Counsel Seminar! This event is tailored specifically for licensed attorneys working in-house at public companies or private businesses. Unfortunately, we can’t accommodate human resources professionals, paralegals, attorneys from private law firms, law students, non-attorneys, or solo practitioners at this time. Additionally, SHRM or HRCI credits are not available for this seminar.

Can service providers attend?

Seats at this conference are reserved for attorneys serving in in-house or general counsel roles. We are unable to accommodate service providers, including software sales, insurance, accounting, or banking professionals, at this event.

Is this event open to law students, interns, paralegals, or children?

Our programs are professional CLE and business events and are not child-friendly. Due to the event’s popularity, we are unable to accommodate law students, interns, paralegals, or attorneys at private law firms at this time.

How much does registration cost?

There is no registration fee for the Seminar, but a confirmed registration is required.

Visit the Registration page for additional information.

Is there a limit to how many people can come from one company?

Registration is limited to five people per company. Anyone wanting to bring more should contact Laura Hudson, Ward and Smith’s Chief Marketing Officer, at lvhudson@wardandsmith.com about specialized team training.

I am traveling from out of town, where should I stay?

The In-House Counsel Conference is held at The Umstead Hotel and Spa in Cary. Ward and Smith does not hold a discounted room block for this event, so attendees who wish to stay overnight should book directly with the hotel or another nearby property.

How do I get to The Umstead?

The Umstead is conveniently located and accessible from I-40. For more information, including driving directions, visit https://www.theumstead.com/about/hotels-cary-north-carolina.

Where should I park?

Parking is free in The Umstead lot, and valet is complimentary.

Will food and beverages be provided?

Refreshments will be available throughout the event, with heavy hors d’oeuvres and an open bar beginning at happy hour, 4:45 p.m.

Can you accommodate special dietary needs?

Most dietary needs can be accommodated. Email rsvp@wardandsmith.com to make necessary arrangements.

Will you be offering any continuing education credits?

North Carolina and South Carolina attorneys who attend will receive 3.0 hours of NC CLE credit, including 1.0 hour of ethics credit.

For information about CLE, please visit our Accreditations page.

Will the Seminar be recorded for later viewing?

This is a live-only event. In keeping with the candid, in-the-room nature of these conversations, we won’t be recording or offering playback afterward, so we hope you’ll join us in person.