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Attention North Carolina Retailers: Time to Renew Your ABC Permits!

Written By Tyler J. Russell and Hayley R. Wells

If your business sells alcohol in North Carolina, now is the time to renew or register your Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) retail permit. Failure to complete this process on time could result in penalties, increased cos…

Ward and Smith Attorneys to Speak at Central NC Farm Succession School

On Friday, March 21, 2025, Ward and Smith attorneys Zac Lamb, Hunter Morris, and Sydney Smith will share their insights at the Central NC Farm Succession School. They will assist farmers in navigating the legal intricacie…

Erica Rogers to Moderate Influencer Marketing Panel at I ♥ Trademarks Conference 2025

Intellectual property attorney Erica Rogers will moderate a high-profile panel at the I ♥ Trademarks Conference, hosted by Alt Legal, on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, in New York, NY. The panel discussion, titled &ldquo…

The Dollars and Cents of Separation and Divorce: Understanding Post-Separation Support and Alimony in North Carolina

Written By William S. Durr and Melody J. King

Before we dive into ways to prepare for your post-separation support and alimony case, it's important to understand what these terms mean and your general eligibility for spousal support. There are two types of spousal su…

Brad Evans and Paul Fanning Named to 2025 North Carolina Super Lawyers Top 100 List

Ward and Smith attorneys Brad Evans and Paul Fanning have been named among the Top 100 North Carolina Super Lawyers for 2025. This prestigious recognition highlights the state's most dist…

Jenny Boyer Joins United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County Board of Directors

Ward and Smith attorney Jenny Boyer has been elected to the Board of Directors for the United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County. She joins a distinguished group of community leaders working to improve education, health…