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November Power Luncheon: Driving Workforce Development in Eastern North Carolina

The upcoming Greenville-Pitt County Chamber Power Luncheon is set to be a cornerstone event focusing on workforce development in Eastern North Carolina. The event, scheduled for Tuesday, November 19, will bring …

Weathering the Storm: How to Get Your Affairs in Order

Written By Eldridge D. Dodson

In the aftermath of Hurricane Florence in 2018, I wrote this article to help individuals and families navigate the legal and financial issues that often follow a devastating storm. I remember the incredible outpouring of …

Ward and Smith Ranked by Best Law Firms® in 2025

Ward and Smith has been honored in the 2025 edition of Best Law Firms®. The firm has made its mark in the legal field by being ranked regionally in 28 practice areas, earning this esteemed recognition. …

Ward and Smith Welcomes Two New Attorneys to Raleigh Office

Ward and Smith is pleased to announce the addition of two new attorneys, Hunter Morris and Mark Wigley, to the firm’s Raleigh office. Both bring valuable experience and dedication to the firm’s core practice a…

Marriage, Divorce & the Family Business: Protecting the Family Business from Divorce

Written By William S. Durr and Melody J. King

One's ownership in a closely held business (often a family business) may be affected by a separation or divorce. In many situations, the business will be joined as a party in an equitable distribution lawsuit. "Equitable …

Split Tickets and Some More of the Same: A 2024 North Carolina Election Recap

Written By Whitney Campbell Christensen and Marley H. Peterson

Across the country on Tuesday, November 5, Americans cast their ballots in one of the most closely contested elections in recent history. In the Old North State, voters came out in droves beginning with the early voting p…