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Corporate Transparency Act Update: Filing Requirements Reinstated

Written By Adam M. Beaudoin and Matthew A. Jones

Editor’s Note: This article has been revised to include the latest updates regarding the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). On December 26, 2024, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals' merits panel overturned its previou…

Jamie Norment Elected to State Law Resources Board of Directors

Attorney Jamie Norment has been elected to the Board of Directors for State Law Resources, Inc. (SLR), a national network of independent law and lobbying firms that focus on government relations between state and local gov…

A Year in Review: Ward and Smith's Most Read Legal Insights in 2024

As we prepare to close out 2024, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the articles that captured the attention of our readers this year. From legal insights to practical advice, these pieces tackled critical issues w…

Ward and Smith's Year in Review: Celebrating Excellence, Resilience, and Growth in 2024

As 2024 draws to a close, we reflect on a year defined by Hurricane Helene, many new faces, and industry recognition for our attorneys. From serving our communities in times of crisis to achieving notable firm-wide and in…

Community Associations Legislative Update: 2023 - 2024 Legislative Session

Written By Adam M. Beaudoin and Madeline Lipe Williams

The North Carolina General Assembly finally concluded an extremely busy 2023-2024 legislative session on December 13, 2024. Several bills introduced during this session had the potential to significantly impact the commun…

Ward and Smith Protects Export Tax Credits for Philip Morris USA in North Carolina Supreme Court

Ward and Smith attorneys Alex Dale and Chris Edwards achieved a major victory in the Supreme Court of North Carolina for Philip Morris USA, Inc., enabling the company to use millions in tax credits that it had earned and w…