Super Lawyers, a renowned rating agency, is honoring 18 Ward and Smith attorneys for their exemplary legal services in North Carolina.
Thirteen distinguished attorneys have been recognized as 2023 Super Lawyers, an esteemed honor presented to only 5% of the state's practicing lawyers. Additionally, five talented practitioners were selected for inclusion in the category of Rising Stars – a prestigious title bestowed upon just 2.5%.
Ward and Smith attorneys recognized as 2023 Super Lawyers include:
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Art DeBaugh |
Angela Doughty |
Charles Ellis |
Brad Evans |
Lynwood Evans |
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| Paul Fanning* Creditor Debtor Rights |
Bill Lathan Banking |
John Martin Business Litigation |
Lance Martin Creditor Debtor Rights |
Will Oden Employment & Labor |
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| Greg Peacock Estate Planning & Probate |
Ryal Tayloe Construction Litigation |
Jeremy Wilson Personal Injury – General: Plaintiff |
Based on a peer survey, Paul Fanning was also selected for inclusion in the 2023 Top 100 Super Lawyers List.
Ward and Smith attorneys recognized as 2023 Rising Stars are:
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| Whitney Campbell Christensen Government Relations |
X. Lightfoot Employment & Labor |
Emily Massey Employment & Labor |
Tyler Russell Cannabis Law |
Allen Trask Business Litigation |
Super Lawyers is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. Selections are made on an annual, state-by-state basis. Visit Super Lawyers for additional information about the recognition methodology.
