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Wilmington’s Power Breakfast Dishes Up Election Insights

August 27, 2025

Elections will be on the menu for the Wilmington Business Journal’s Power Breakfast as the sold-out event brings together business and civic leaders to…
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Greenville’s Ultimate Football Kickoff: Food, Music, and Impact

August 27, 2025

Greenville is set for the Ultimate Pre-Game Party on Friday, September 5, 2025—a high-energy celebration ahead of ECU’s first home game that supports the…
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What to Do When Someone Steals Your Trade Secrets: A North Carolina Business Owner’s Action Plan

Your worst nightmare has become a reality: A former employee has taken your confidential information to a competitor. Maybe you’ve noticed unusual patterns in…
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Will Oden Named to NC Lawyers Weekly Employment Law Power List for Second Year

August 25, 2025

Ward and Smith is proud to announce that Wilmington-based labor and employment attorney Will Oden has been named to North Carolina Lawyers Weekly’s Employment…
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Sow the Seeds of Innovation: Ward and Smith Proudly Sponsors the NC Chamber’s Ag Allies Conference

August 25, 2025

Agriculture isn’t just part of North Carolina’s history—it’s a driving force in our economy right now. With an impressive $111 billion annual impact and…
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Federal Appellate Court Enjoins NLRB Proceedings, Concluding the NLRB’s Structure Is Likely Unconstitutional

August 22, 2025

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In Space Exploration Technology Corp. v. NLRB, No. 24-50627 (5th Cir. 2025) (“SpaceX”), the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit affirmed a…
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68 Ward and Smith Attorneys Honored by Best Lawyers® for 2026

August 21, 2025

Ward and Smith is proud to share that 68 attorneys have been recognized by Best Lawyers in America®. Of those honored, 55 were named to…