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One Big Beautiful Bill: How are North Carolina Tax-Exempt Organizations Affected?

Written By David P. Heeren and Steven B. Long

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act ("Act") has passed Congress and has been signed into law by President Trump. There are a host of wide-ranging changes coming to the Internal Revenue Code ("Code") under the Act, including ch…

Avery Locklear Named Treasurer of UNC Pembroke Board of Visitors

Avery Locklear, a labor and employment attorney in Ward and Smith’s Wilmington office, has been appointed Treasurer of the UNC Pembroke Board of Visitors. Her appointment was confirmed following a full vote by the Bo…

Taking the Chair: Erica Rogers Talks Leadership, Community, and the Future of IP Law in North Carolina

Ask Erica Rogers what excites her most about intellectual property law, and she'll talk about creativity, about community, and about building something bigger than yourself, whether that's a thriving legal practice or a ba…

Construction Conversations: Rapid Fire Legal Update

Written By E. Bradley Evans and Devon D. Williams

Three Ward and Smith attorneys shared critical insights on an array of legal topics impacting the construction industry, including updates on the shifting landscape of employment regulations, the nuances of North Carolina'…

Media Mention: Carolinas AGC Spotlights Ward and Smith Co-Managing Directors on Business North Carolina's 2025 Power List

Carolinas AGC is celebrating industry excellence by highlighting members who earned a spot on Business North Carolina’s 2025 Power List, including Ward and Smith co-Managing Directors Brad Evans and Devon Williams. …

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, …