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25 Ward and Smith Attorneys Recognized as 2026 North Carolina Super Lawyers and Rising Stars

February 18, 2026

Ward and Smith is pleased to announce that 25 of its attorneys were recognized in the 2026 North Carolina Super Lawyers and Rising Stars…
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Melody King Earns Board Certification in Family Law

December 19, 2025

Ward and Smith, P.A. is pleased to announce that Melody King has become a Board Certified Specialist in Family Law by the North Carolina…
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Ward and Smith Ranked by Best Law Firms® in 2026

November 6, 2025

Ward and Smith, P.A., has been recognized in the 2026 Edition of Best Law Firms®. The firm was ranked by Best Law Firms in 30 practice…
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68 Ward and Smith Attorneys Honored by Best Lawyers® for 2026

August 21, 2025

Ward and Smith is proud to share that 68 attorneys have been recognized by Best Lawyers in America®. Of those honored, 55 were named to…
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The Changing Landscape of Unmarried Parents

May 20, 2025

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Written By Mary Charles Amerson
One in four parents living with a child in the United States today are unmarried. Of these, 35% of all unmarried parents are living…
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The Dollars and Cents of Separation and Divorce: Understanding Post-Separation Support and Alimony in North Carolina

February 28, 2025

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Written By William S. Durr and Melody J. King
Before we dive into ways to prepare for your post-separation support and alimony case, it’s important to understand what these terms mean and your…
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When Co-Parenting Fails: How Courts Decide Legal Custody Disputes

November 15, 2024

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Written By Mary Charles Amerson
Ever make a decision by flipping a coin?  It seems like a reasonable option to decide where to have dinner or which movie to…
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Premarital Agreements and the “Voluntary” Signature

February 13, 2024

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Written By J. Albert Clyburn
Premarital agreements offer persons contemplating marriage the ability to plan for the distribution of their assets and liabilities in the event of separation and/or…
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How to File for Divorce

February 6, 2024

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Written By Melody J. King
Marriages may be dissolved by either party when the parties have continuously lived separately and apart for at least one year. However, you are…

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