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So, You’re a Trustee…Now What Do You Do? (And Who Can You Call for Help?)

April 24, 2026

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You may think you know what it means – and what it takes – to be a Trustee, but what does the role really…
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Ward and Smith Sponsors NC Chamber Government Affairs Reception in Raleigh

April 24, 2026

The NC Chamber will host its annual Government Affairs Reception on Wednesday, May 6, in Raleigh, and Ward and Smith is a proud sponsor.…
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Angela Doughty Reappointed as Chair of Trademark Law Specialty Committee

April 23, 2026

Ward and Smith is pleased to announce that Attorney Angela Doughty has been reappointed as Chair of the Trademark Law Specialty Committee of the…
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Ward and Smith to Sponsor the 2026 Authors for Literacy Fundraiser

April 23, 2026

On Thursday, April 30, 2026, community members will gather at the A-B Tech Conference Center in Asheville for the 17th Annual Authors for Literacy…
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Attorney Chris Edwards Featured in NCAJ Trial Briefs Q1 Issue

April 22, 2026

Chris Edwards, a North Carolina State Bar Board Certified Specialist in Appellate Practice and co-chair of the Appellate Practice at Ward and Smith, P.A.,…
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Strengthening Workplace Investigations: Hayley Wells to Present at WNCHRA

April 21, 2026

Employment attorney, Hayley Wells, will present at an upcoming program hosted by the Western North Carolina Human Resource Association (WNCHRA). Hayley’s session, “Conducting Effective…
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Don’t Let Your Lawyer’s AI Problem Become Yours

April 21, 2026

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On March 10, 2026, a federal prosecutor with thirty years of experience stood before a magistrate judge in the United States District Court for…