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Political Power Plays: What to Watch in the 2026 Short Session

April 28, 2026

Written By Whitney Campbell Christensen and James W. Norment

The 2026 Short Session will feature budget battles, Medicaid compromises, and additional Helene relief, but whether lawmakers can agree on property tax reform, income…

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Adam Beaudoin to Present at CAI-NC Charlotte Spring Education + Networking Event

April 27, 2026

Artificial intelligence is changing how community associations operate, and on May 7, Ward and Smith community associations attorney Adam Beaudoin will break down what…

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So, You’re a Trustee…Now What Do You Do? (And Who Can You Call for Help?)

April 24, 2026

Written By Jennifer V. Boyer and Virginia S. Carter

You may think you know what it means – and what it takes – to be a Trustee, but what does the role really…

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Ward and Smith Sponsors NC Chamber Government Affairs Reception in Raleigh

April 24, 2026

The NC Chamber will host its annual Government Affairs Reception on Wednesday, May 6, in Raleigh, and Ward and Smith is a proud sponsor.…

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Angela Doughty Reappointed as Chair of Trademark Law Specialty Committee

April 23, 2026

Ward and Smith is pleased to announce that Attorney Angela Doughty has been reappointed as Chair of the Trademark Law Specialty Committee of the…

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Ward and Smith to Sponsor the 2026 Authors for Literacy Fundraiser

April 23, 2026

On Thursday, April 30, 2026, community members will gather at the A-B Tech Conference Center in Asheville for the 17th Annual Authors for Literacy…

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Attorney Chris Edwards Featured in NCAJ Trial Briefs Q1 Issue

April 22, 2026

Chris Edwards, a North Carolina State Bar Board Certified Specialist in Appellate Practice and co-chair of the Appellate Practice at Ward and Smith, P.A.,…