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The Third Chair: Engaging Appellate Counsel Early To Improve Outcomes at Trial

April 13, 2022

Written By Chris S. Edwards

You don’t need us to tell you that trials are increasingly rare. So when heading to trial, trial counsel must know their client’s story…

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Will Oden to Discuss Best Practices for Dealing with Difficult Employees

April 12, 2022

Labor and employment attorney Will Oden will take part in a discussion on dealing with difficult employees. It’s for an event hosted by the…

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NCDHHS Secretary to Speak at April Greenville-Pitt County Chamber Power Luncheon

April 12, 2022

There will be a healthy dose of information at the next Greenville-Pitt County Chamber of Commerce Power Luncheon. North Carolina Department of Health and…

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Tyler Russell to Speak at the Buncombe County Bar Cannabis Business Law CLE

April 11, 2022

Hemp and cannabis law attorney Tyler Russell will be a featured speaker at the Buncombe County Bar Cannabis Business Law CLE. He is one…

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How a Setoff Right Led to a Creditor Fight

April 8, 2022

Written By Lilian L. Faulconer and Lance P. Martin

A recent decision from the North Carolina Court of Appeals teaches a valuable lesson about how a creditor with the upper hand against another…

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Nominate a Growing Company for the 2022 NC Mid-Market Fast 40

April 7, 2022

Ward and Smith is proud to be part of a joint initiative recognizing thriving mid-market companies in North Carolina. Nominations are now open for the 2022 Mid-Market…

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North Carolina Licensing for General Contractors: Licensure of Joint Ventures

April 6, 2022

Written By E. Bradley Evans and Evan M. Musselwhite

Joint ventures are a common method of undertaking construction projects in North Carolina. Through a joint venture, two companies can pool their resources and…