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How Fast Can I Franchise? Hold On a Minute

Written By Arthur J. DeBaugh and Olivia G. Lewis

Are you a small business owner who has considered franchising your business? Franchising can be a great way to expand your company's physical presence, grow your revenue, and increase your brand recognition.  But be…

Getting Down to Business: Ward and Smith Sponsors 2023 WilmingtonBiz Conference & Expo

Take your business to the next level at the 2023 WilmingtonBiz Conference & Expo on Thursday, October 5.  Sponsor in part by Ward and Smith, this premier networking extravaganza from the Greater Wilmington B…

Get in the Game! Register Now for Ward and Smith's Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) Webinar

Dive into the world of name, image, and likeness (NIL) and uncover unbeatable opportunities to score big in the business arena!  Join your coaches, attorneys Clint Cogburn, Lily Faulconer, and Erica Ro…

How to Get Your Own "Free" Private Investigator in Bankruptcy

Written By Lance P. Martin

Subchapter V of Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code, which turned three earlier this year, created a more streamlined and less expensive Chapter 11 reorganization path for small business debtors. It also created a new posit…

Bill Durr to Address Young Professionals at Buncombe County Bar CLE

Attorney Bill Durr will share his insights on professionalism with the newest members of the Buncombe County Bar. He will be part of a panel of legal veterans, providing invaluable advice to young attorneys on how to be p…

Connect and Grow: Ward and Smith Sponsors NC Chamber's Ag Allies Conference

Grow your agribusiness knowledge and cultivate valuable connections at the NC Chamber Ag Allies Conference.  This jam-packed day brings farmers, industry leaders, and policymakers together to tackle the immense …