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Employer Wellness Programs – Legal Landscape of Staying Compliant

Written By Avery J. Locklear

Employer-sponsored wellness programs are designed to promote healthier lifestyles through health screenings, fitness incentives, and/or lifestyle coaching. In recent years, such programs have become increasingly popular, …

Media Mention: Ward and Smith Attorneys Featured in The Licensing Journal

Ward and Smith attorneys Gavin Parsons, Mayukh Sircar, CIPP/US, and Devon Williams are featured in the June 2025 issue of The Licensing Journal for their article, "Preventing Trade Secret Theft: Proactive Strategies f…

Greenville Police Chief Richard Tyndall to Headline July Power Luncheon

Join us for the Greenville-Pitt County Chamber Power Luncheon on July 15 to hear from Greenville's newly appointed Chief of Police. The event promises a rare opportunity to hear Chief Richard Tyndall firsthand as he share…

Highlights of North Carolina Construction Legend's Fireside Chat

Written By William S. Durr, Merrill G. Jones, II, and Emily G. Massey

In a forthright discussion moderated by Hank Harris, Director of Consulting for Ward and Smith's Business Consulting team, two of the North Carolina construction industry's most respected leaders shared candid insights and…

Summer School is Back in Session July 22: Special Topics in Collections, Foreclosures, and Workouts

The Special Assets Summer School (SASSS) series is back for round two, and you won’t want to miss it. Join Ward and Smith creditors' rights attorneys for the second installment of our three-part summer webinar serie…

Emily Massey Named Raleigh Geographic Team Co-Chair

Ward and Smith is pleased to announce that attorney Emily Massey has been named Co‑Chair of the firm’s Raleigh Geographic Team. She succeeds government relations attorney Whitney Campbell Christensen and will …