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Get Ready for the White Pants Gala: A Night Under the Sea!

August 12, 2024

Get ready to dive into an unforgettable end-of-summer bash on August 24! The White Pants Gala, hosted by Lower Cape Fear LifeCare, returns, shimmering…
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11 Ward and Smith Attorneys Honored in the 2024 Benchmark Litigation 40 & Under List

August 9, 2024

Ward and Smith is proud to announce that 11 of its attorneys have been recognized in the prestigious Benchmark Litigation’s 40 & Under List…
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Ward and Smith Proudly Sponsors the 4th Annual MOM Golf Tournament!

August 9, 2024

The 4th Annual MOM Golf Tournament is just around the corner, and it’s shaping up to be an unforgettable day of fun, food, and…
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Stephanie Crosby Appointed Membership Committee Co-Chair of NCBA Paralegal Division

August 8, 2024

Stephanie Crosby has been appointed as the Co-Chair of the Membership Committee for the Paralegal Division of the North Carolina Bar Association (NCBA). Stephanie,…
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A Few Things You Should Know in Case of Windstorm Damage to Your Home or Building

August 7, 2024

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North Carolinians are on high alert, tracking weather patterns and prepping their homes and other structures for potential storms. Many know the importance of…
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The Chevron Doctrine Overturned: Implications for U.S. Regulatory Landscape

August 6, 2024

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Written By Chris S. Edwards
In general, courts—not the legislative or executive branches of government—interpret the law. But since 1984, the Supreme Court required federal courts to disregard their…
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Commercial Real Estate Sellers: Hire Your Own Attorney!

August 2, 2024

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Written By J. Drake Brinkley
Does a seller of commercial real estate really need an attorney?  I get asked this question often, and the resounding answer is “yes!” Often,…