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Register for the 22nd Annual Economic Forecast Forum, Sponsored by Ward and Smith

Mark your calendars for January 5, 2024, and join us at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel in Durham, NC, for the much-anticipated Economic Forecast Forum. Presented by the prestigious NC Chamber and the North Carolina Bankers A…

Five Reasons Not to Sign a Real Estate Contract (Without Consulting an Attorney First)

Written By Kristin D. Mitcham

Buying and selling commercial real property is expensive, starting with the price of the property and then adding the fees for inspections, insurance, recording, and commissions, if any.  Buyers and sellers might be …

Erica Rogers Becomes a North Carolina State Bar Board Certified Specialist in Trademark Law

Attorney Erica Rogers is now a North Carolina State Bar Board Certified Specialist in Trademark Law.  Attorneys seeking this specialization must meet stringent standards established by the Board of Legal Specializati…

Senior Savvy: Wise Owls Navigating Cyber Scams

Written By Angela P. Doughty, CIPP/US and Sydney C. Smith

As the relentless march of technology continues, scams have evolved into cunning traps, presenting a challenge to individuals of all ages. Among the great tapestry of age groups, despite the wealth of experience and wisdo…

Media Mention: Business North Carolina Features Article by Adam Beaudoin and Matthew Jones

The future of corporate compliance is almost here: the Corporate Transparency Act. Business attorneys Adam Beaudoin and Matthew Jones are breaking down the fundamentals in a comprehensive article for Business North Caroli…

Get Ready for the Final Wilmington Business Journal Power Breakfast of 2023, Sponsored by Ward and Smith

Immerse yourself in the captivating narratives of Wilmington's most inspiring individuals at the forthcoming Power Breakfast hosted by the Wilmington Business Journal. Taking place on Thursday, December 14, this event tit…