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Ward and Smith Sponsors the Annual Women’s Professional Development Luncheon

August 27, 2024

Ward and Smith is thrilled to sponsor the upcoming Annual Women’s Professional Development Luncheon, hosted by the Wilmington Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, August…

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Will Oden Named to North Carolina Lawyers Weekly’s 2024 Employment Law Power List

August 26, 2024

Will Oden has been honored with a spot on North Carolina Lawyer Weekly’s Power List for Employment Law. This prestigious list recognizes top legal…

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Unlock a Winning Strategy at Ward and Smith’s In-House Counsel Seminar: Pre-register Now!

August 23, 2024

Attention all in-house counsel! It’s time to mark your calendars and get your game faces on because Ward and Smith’s 2024 In-House Counsel Seminar is…

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Recent Case Law Does Not Doom All Rental Restriction Amendments

August 22, 2024

Written By Alexander C. Dale

The North Carolina Court of Appeals recently released two cases that raise the question of whether a covenant amendment containing rental restrictions may be…

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A Win for Employers: Judge Blocks FTC’s Non-Compete Ban Nationwide

August 21, 2024

Written By Genesis E. Torres and Devon D. Williams

On Tuesday, August 20, 2024, Judge Ada E. Brown, a United States District Judge for the Northern District of Texas, delivered a nationwide victory…

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2024 Ultimate Pre-Game Party: A Touchdown Event for a Great Cause!

August 21, 2024

Attention football fans and fun-seekers! Get ready to kick off your weekend with the 2024 Ultimate Pre-Game Party, hosted by the Boys & Girls…

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3 Ward and Smith Attorneys to Speak at 2024 CAI-NC Annual Conference & Expo

August 19, 2024

Get ready for an engaging and informative experience at the 2024 Community Associations Institute of North Carolina (CAI-NC) Annual Conference & Expo! This year,…