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Fore! Ward and Smith Tees Up to Drive Out Hunger

July 21, 2025

When it comes to combining a good cause with a great day on the greens, Ward and Smith knows how to swing for the…
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One Big Beautiful Bill: How are North Carolina Tax-Exempt Organizations Affected?

July 18, 2025

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The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (“Act”) has passed Congress and has been signed into law by President Trump. There are a host of…
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Avery Locklear Named Treasurer of UNC Pembroke Board of Visitors

July 17, 2025

Avery Locklear, a labor and employment attorney in Ward and Smith’s Wilmington office, has been appointed Treasurer of the UNC Pembroke Board of Visitors.…
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Taking the Chair: Erica Rogers Talks Leadership, Community, and the Future of IP Law in North Carolina

July 16, 2025

Ask Erica Rogers what excites her most about intellectual property law, and she’ll talk about creativity, about community, and about building something bigger than…
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Construction Conversations: Rapid Fire Legal Update

July 15, 2025

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Three Ward and Smith attorneys shared critical insights on an array of legal topics impacting the construction industry, including updates on the shifting landscape…
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Media Mention: Carolinas AGC Spotlights Ward and Smith Co-Managing Directors on Business North Carolina’s 2025 Power List

July 14, 2025

Carolinas AGC is celebrating industry excellence by highlighting members who earned a spot on Business North Carolina’s 2025 Power List, including Ward and Smith…
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Employer Wellness Programs – Legal Landscape of Staying Compliant

July 11, 2025

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Written By Avery J. Locklear
Employer-sponsored wellness programs are designed to promote healthier lifestyles through health screenings, fitness incentives, and/or lifestyle coaching. In recent years, such programs have become…