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Some, But Not All: How the North Carolina Planned Community Act affects Pre-1999 Planned Communities

December 10, 2024

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Written By Justin M. Lewis
In 1999, the North Carolina General Assembly enacted the North Carolina Planned Community Act (“Act”) as Chapter 47F of the North Carolina General Statutes. …
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Attorney Bill Durr Joins Law Firm Alliance Board of Directors

December 9, 2024

Attorney Bill Durr has been appointed to the Board of Directors for the Law Firm Alliance (LFA), an exclusive, global network of mid-sized law…
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What’s in a Name Anyway? Trademark Basics for Community Associations

December 6, 2024

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Written By Erica B. E. Rogers
This article explores the essentials of trademark rights, their relevance for community associations, and the balance between protecting these trademarks versus respecting the free…
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Legal Pause: Preliminary Injunction on Corporate Transparency Act Enforcement

December 4, 2024

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On December 3, 2024, in the matter of Texas Top Cop Shop, Inc., et al. v. Garland, et al., the U. S. District Court…
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Ward and Smith Grows Litigation Practice with Two Key Hires

December 3, 2024

Ward and Smith is pleased to announce Gavin Parsons and Madison Waller have joined the firm. Both bring experience in complex commercial disputes and…
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Join North Carolina’s Economic Leaders at the 23rd Annual Economic Forecast Forum

December 2, 2024

Discover what lies ahead for North Carolina’s economy at the 2025 Economic Forecast Forum on January 14, 2025. This forum, at the Sheraton Imperial…
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Media Mention: Jenny Boyer and Matt Thompson Share Estate Planning Insights in Business North Carolina

November 26, 2024

Trusts and estates attorneys Jenny Boyer and Matt Thompson are featured in the November issue of Business North Carolina with their insightful article, “Death…