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Avery Locklear and Chris Edwards Elected to Leadership Roles with the New Hanover County Bar Association

Ward and Smith is proud to announce that Avery Locklear and Chris Edwards have been elected to leadership positions within the New Hanover County Bar Association (NHCBA). Avery was elected to serve on the Board,…

Ward and Smith, P.A. Sponsors the November Power Luncheon: “TAG, We’re It!: Talent Marketing in Greenville-Pitt County”

Ward and Smith, P.A. will sponsor the Greenville-Pitt County Chamber of Commerce's November Power Luncheon on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, from 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m. at the Hilton Greenville. The networking event will fea…

The Rules of 1031 "Like Kind" Exchanges

Written By Lee C. Hodge

A 1031 exchange is a tax-deferred exchange where a taxpayer sells one or more real estate assets held for productive use in a trade or business or for investment (referred to as the "relinquished property") and, subject to…

AI and Privacy Attorney Angela Doughty Earns Prestigious "Fellow of Information Privacy" Designation

Ward and Smith is proud to announce that Angela Doughty, CIPP/US, AIGP, has earned the Fellow of Information Privacy (FIP) designation from the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP). This honor is awar…

Helping Clients Build Stronger Communities — and Classrooms

Ward and Smith is proud to celebrate two recent wins that reflect our commitment to helping clients strengthen North Carolina communities through strategic legal, legislative, and policy work. Creating Affordable Housing …