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Chris Edwards Named to Wilmington Chamber of Commerce 2024 40 Under 40 Awards

We are thrilled to announce that attorney Chris Edwards has been honored with a place on the Wilmington Chamber of Commerce's 2024 40 Under 40 Awards list. The list consists of individuals spanning various industries…

General Assembly Convenes to Provide Additional Funding for Private School Vouchers, Medicaid and Public School Enrollment Growth

Written By Whitney Campbell Christensen

This week, the General Assembly briefly reconvened for one of the Special Sessions authorized by the July adjournment resolution. Although legislative activity and bill movement were both limited during this narrow window…

Meet the Candidates at the Wilmington Power Breakfast

Join the Wilmington Business Journal on Thursday, September 19, for its "Power Breakfast: Election 2024," sponsored by Ward and Smith.  This informative event brings together the business community, local leaders, an…

Mayukh Sircar to Moderate Panel at the 2024 NCBA Privacy & Data Security Section Annual Program

On September 27, 2024, privacy and data security professionals will gather for the "Navigating the New Frontier of Privacy and Data Security" program, organized by the North Carolina Bar Association (NCBA) Privacy & Da…

Sip, Savor, and Support Hops for Hope

Get ready for a day of fun, flavor, and philanthropy as Hops for Hope takes over Midtown Park in North Hills on September 14, 2024, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. This event, sponsored by Ward and Smith, brings together over …

Think Twice — Avoiding Waiver of the Attorney-Client Privilege Through Issuance of a Press Release

Written By Isabelle M. Chammas and Joseph A. Schouten

Imagine that your company has just been sued by a competitor for patent infringement, deceptive advertising, unfair competition, or any number of other business torts. The news of the lawsuit has been reported in various …