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Media Mention: Angela Doughty Shares Insights on AI in the Legal Industry with Wilmington Business Journal

Angela Doughty, CIPP/US, AIGP, leader of Ward and Smith's Intellectual Property Practice Section and an AI Governance Professional, was recently featured in the Wilmington Business Journal for her perspective on artificial…

Understanding Trade Secret Misappropriation: A Guide for In-House Counsel

Written By Alexander C. Dale, Gavin B. Parsons, and Mark S. Wigley

Ed. Note: This is the second in a series of articles taken from Gavin Parsons' CLE presentation for the North Carolina Bar Association's Antitrust and Complex Business Dispute CLE Program presented on Thursday, January 30,…

Ready, Set, MegaRun! Join the Fun on May 10

Looking for a reason to lace up your running shoes? Look no further than MegaRun, the ultimate celebration of fitness, fun, and community spirit—coming to Wilmington on Saturday, May 10! Hosted by MegaCorp Logistics…

Chris Edwards to Speak at NCBA's "Elevated Appellate Practice" CLE on May 2

Chris Edwards, a North Carolina Bar Board Certified Specialist in Appellate Practice, will share insights on how to avoid common appellate missteps at the North Carolina Bar Association’s Appellate Practice Section C…

Recognizing Leadership: Ward and Smith Proudly Sponsors the 15th Annual Community Fabric Awards

The Craven Community College Foundation is set to host the 15th Annual Community Fabric Awards (CFA) on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Riverfront Convention Center of Craven County.   Ward and…