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Four Ward and Smith Attorneys Named 2025 IP Stars by Managing IP

June 9, 2025

Ward and Smith is proud to announce that four of our attorneys have been named 2025 IP Stars by Managing IP, a prestigious recognition…

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Meet 2025 Summer Associate Pierce Shipway

June 9, 2025

With the launch of our 2025 Summer Associate Program, Ward and Smith is excited to host seven impressive law students who are gaining real-world…

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The Economic Loss Doctrine: A Valuable Shield for Lenders

June 6, 2025

Written By Lance P. Martin and Thomas C. Wolff

Lenders have likely encountered situations where borrowers push back against collection efforts. Sometimes, they may even accuse you of causing them harm through…

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Special Assets Summer School Returns: Virtual Session for Lenders on June 24

June 6, 2025

Ward and Smith is bringing back its popular Special Assets Summer School for 2025, kicking off with a virtual session on June 24 from…

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Meet 2025 Summer Associate Sarah Shapiro

June 5, 2025

The 2025 Summer Associate Program at Ward and Smith is in full swing, offering seven exceptional law students the opportunity to explore firm life…

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Ward and Smith and Attorneys Shine in 2025 Chambers USA Rankings

June 5, 2025

Ward and Smith has once again been recognized as one of North Carolina’s leading law firms in the 2025 edition of Chambers USA. The…

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Amy Fitzhugh Helps Plan NCBA Administrative Law CLE — Rebroadcast Set for June 16

June 4, 2025

Attorney Amy Fitzhugh is one of the program planners behind the North Carolina Bar Association’s 2025 Administrative Law Section CLE, which will be rebroadcast…