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Ward and Smith Celebrates 5 Years of 1 Million Cups Wilmington as Event Sponsor

February 7, 2025

For five years, 1 Million Cups Wilmington has been creating a vibrant community where entrepreneurs, business leaders, and innovators gather to share ideas, tackle…

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Media Mention: Attorneys Isabelle Chammas and Joe Schouten Featured on NC Bar Blog

February 6, 2025

Ward and Smith attorneys Isabelle Chammas and Joe Schouten’s insightful article, “Think Twice: Avoiding Waiver of the Attorney-Client Privilege Through Issuance of a Press…

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Get A View From Above at the 16th Annual ECAHF Gala

February 6, 2025

The Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation (ECAHF) invites you to soar into an unforgettable evening at the 16th Annual Gala, A View From Above,…

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AI in Wilmington Takes Center Stage at February Power Breakfast

February 5, 2025

Join us for an enlightening morning at the Wilmington Business Journal’s Power Breakfast on Thursday, February 27, proudly sponsored by Ward and Smith. Dive into the world…

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Ward and Smith Attorneys Earn Top Honors in 2025 World Trademark Review 1000

February 5, 2025

Ward and Smith and four of its attorneys have once again earned national recognition for excellence in intellectual property law, earning spots in the 2025…

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Red Rover, Red Rover, Come on Over? Understanding Pet Policies in Community Associations

February 4, 2025

Written By Adam M. Beaudoin and Hunter D. Cornelius

Many community associations have restrictions that limit and/or prohibit pets. In general, as long as such restrictions are drafted clearly, the North Carolina Courts…

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Ward and Smith Sponsors the NCBA’s Minority Corporate Counsel Summit

February 3, 2025

Ward and Smith is excited to support the upcoming Minority Corporate Counsel Summit, organized by the North Carolina Bar Association (NCBA). Scheduled for Thursday,…