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Ward and Smith’s Year in Review: Celebrating Excellence, Resilience, and Growth in 2024

December 20, 2024

As 2024 draws to a close, we reflect on a year defined by Hurricane Helene, many new faces, and industry recognition for our attorneys.…
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Community Associations Legislative Update: 2023 – 2024 Legislative Session

December 19, 2024

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The North Carolina General Assembly finally concluded an extremely busy 2023-2024 legislative session on December 13, 2024. Several bills introduced during this session had…
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Ward and Smith Protects Export Tax Credits for Philip Morris USA in North Carolina Supreme Court

December 18, 2024

Ward and Smith attorneys Alex Dale and Chris Edwards achieved a major victory in the Supreme Court of North Carolina for Philip Morris USA,…
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Part 2 in Heatwaves of Drama: A Case Study in “What Not To Do” for Southeastern HR Professionals

December 17, 2024

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Ed. Note: Read Part 1 of Heatwaves of Drama Here Ward and Smith Labor and Employment attorneys presented an interactive case study during their…
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Media Mention: Amy Wooten’s Post on Professionalism Featured on Wake County Bar Association Blog

December 16, 2024

Ward and Smith attorney Amy Wooten recently contributed an insightful blog post to the Wake County Bar Association | Tenth Judicial District Bar Blog.…
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Part 1 in Heatwaves of Drama: A Case Study in “What Not To Do” for Southeastern HR Professionals

December 13, 2024

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In the first installment of our two-part series covering Ward and Smith’s 2024 Employment Law Symposium, three Ward and Smith attorneys illuminated a variety…
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Jamie Norment Appointed Chair of Tryon Palace Commission

December 12, 2024

Governor Roy Cooper has appointed attorney Jamie Norment as Chair of the Tryon Palace Commission. This prestigious appointment recognizes Jamie’s long-standing dedication to preserving…