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Can an Irrevocable Trust be Changed? A Guide for North Carolina Families

Written By Hunter Morris and Peter B. von Stein

Irrevocable trusts are often viewed as rigid, permanent components of an estate plan designed to preserve wealth, minimize taxes, and protect assets. However, as family circumstances evolve, laws change, and goals shift, t…

Adam Beaudoin to Present CAI Webinar on "Tackling HOA Headaches Before They Escalate"

Community Associations attorney Adam Beaudoin will co-present a Community Associations Institute (CAI) webinar titled “The Nuisance Playbook: Tackling HOA Headaches Before They Escalate” on Wednesday,…

Chris Edwards Talks Appellate Strategy on Voices of NCAJ

Ward and Smith appellate attorney Chris Edwards believes that better appellate advocacy strengthens the entire justice system. “It betters the court system. It betters our outcomes,” he says. As co-chair of th…

The Ethics Cauldron: Brewing Responsible AI Without Getting Burned

Written By Angela P. Doughty, CIPP/US, AIGP

Ed. Note: This is the fourth article in our series, “Conjuring Competitive Advantage: An AI Spellbook for Leaders,” focused on unlocking AI for business with practical steps and insights. Read Part 1,…

Hunter Cornelius Selected for Cary Chamber of Commerce’s 2025–2026 Leadership Cary Program

Ward and Smith is proud to announce that homeowners association attorney Hunter Cornelius has been selected to join the Cary Chamber of Commerce’s 2025–2026 Leadership Cary program. Leadership Cary is a h…