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Media Mention: Attorneys Tyler Russell and Marley Peterson Featured in Triad Business Journal Coverage of NC Hemp Bill

August 7, 2026

Ward and Smith attorneys Tyler Russell and Marley Peterson recently provided insight to Triad Business Journal reporter Elizabeth “Lilly” Egan for two recent articles…
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Art With Purpose: Ward and Smith Helps Honor the Legacy of Julian T. Pierce

August 6, 2026

On August 8, 2026, the University of North Carolina at Pembroke will host the 13th Annual Julian T. Pierce Memorial Art Dinner, an evening where…
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The Final Bell Is About to Ring: Register for the Last IP Summer School Session

August 6, 2026

Class is almost dismissed for the summer, but there’s one important lesson left on the syllabus. Ward and Smith’s IP Summer School wraps up on August 27,…
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Attorney Chris Edwards to Speak at NCSBN Annual Meeting in Chicago

August 6, 2026

Ward and Smith attorney Chris Edwards will speak at the National Council of State Boards of Nursing’s 2026 Annual Meeting on Wednesday, August 19,…
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$545,000 Wire Fraud Raises the Stakes for Contract Payments

August 5, 2026

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This is Part 1 of a two-part series. The second installment will be published on August 12, 2026. A $545,000 wire fraud loss recently…
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What To Do When You Receive a Civil Subpoena: A Practical Guide

August 5, 2026

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If you’re reading this, you or your business has likely just been served with a civil subpoena. Take a breath—this is stressful, but it…
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DealCloud at Work: How Ward and Smith Turned Relationship Data into a Growth Engine

August 5, 2026

Ward and Smith, a mid-size law firm, adopted Intapp DealCloud to improve how its attorneys manage relationships, track deal activity, and support compliance across…