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Ride for the Ribbon with Ward and Smith

October 3, 2018

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. To celebrate, honor, and remember those affected by the deadly disease, dozens of bikers will be riding through…

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Industrial Hemp News Update: DEA Reschedules CBD Therapy

October 2, 2018

Written By Tyler J. Russell and Allen N. Trask, III

As we have written before, the legal world of cannabis-derived products is dynamic and uncertain. The current uncertain environment was born in the wake…

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Ward and Smith Hires New Litigator

October 2, 2018

Ward and Smith is thrilled to announce the newest attorney to join the firm, Chris Edwards. Chris will be based in the Wilmington office.…

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Three Attorneys Named “Labor and Employment Stars”

October 2, 2018

Benchmark Litigation, the prestigious guide to litigation firms and attorneys, has selected three Ward and Smith attorneys for its first-ever Labor and Employment guide. This…

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Hurricane Florence – Emergency CAMA Permits Available

October 1, 2018

It’s been two weeks since the full force of Hurricane Florence squarely hit the eastern North Carolina coast from New Bern to Wilmington and…

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Should You Bank a Virtual Currency Business?

September 28, 2018

Written By Lance P. Martin

Virtual currencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum have spawned many types of businesses that need banking services. Many banks “de-risk” — do not provide banking…

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Save the Date for the RTCA-ACC Fall Reception

September 27, 2018

In-house counsel, mark your calendar for Wednesday, October 3. That’s when the Research Triangle Area Chapter of the Association of Corporate Counsel (“RTAC-ACC”) is hosting…