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How to Handle Pet Disputes in Community Associations

May 27, 2025

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Earlier this year, in Red Rover, Red Rover, Come on Over? Understanding Pet Policies in Community Associations, we discussed the various types of pet…
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Dangerous Traps in the Fourth Circuit: Three Easy Ways to Lose an Issue on Appeal

May 23, 2025

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One of the core competencies of a good appellate lawyer is spotting arguments that have been preserved. Whether you’re the appellant or the appellee,…
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Meet 2025 Summer Associate Gavin Dacier

May 22, 2025

This summer, seven promising law students have joined Ward and Smith as part of our 2025 Summer Associate Program. Over the next several weeks,…
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McIntyre Youth Leadership Challenge Inspires Next Generation of Civic Leaders on Law Day 2025

May 21, 2025

On May 2, students from across North Carolina gathered in Raleigh to participate in the 2025 McIntyre Youth Leadership Challenge Speech Ceremony, a key…
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The Changing Landscape of Unmarried Parents

May 20, 2025

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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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Meet 2025 Summer Associate Greyson Colclough

May 19, 2025

Ward and Smith is proud to kick off its 2025 Summer Associate Program, where seven standout law students are working side-by-side with our attorneys…
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Antitrust Compliance for North Carolina Construction Companies: Avoiding Legal Pitfalls

May 16, 2025

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The construction industry has long been a target for antitrust enforcement. For construction company owners and managers, understanding antitrust laws and implementing effective compliance…