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Dangerous Traps in the Fourth Circuit: Three Easy Ways to Lose an Issue on Appeal

Written By Chris S. Edwards and Mark S. Wigley

One of the core competencies of a good appellate lawyer is spotting arguments that have been preserved. Whether you're the appellant or the appellee, knowing when an argument is properly preserved goes a long way. The Un…

Meet 2025 Summer Associate Gavin Dacier

This summer, seven promising law students have joined Ward and Smith as part of our 2025 Summer Associate Program. Over the next several weeks, they’ll gain firsthand exposure to a variety of practice areas while pa…

McIntyre Youth Leadership Challenge Inspires Next Generation of Civic Leaders on Law Day 2025

On May 2, students from across North Carolina gathered in Raleigh to participate in the 2025 McIntyre Youth Leadership Challenge Speech Ceremony, a key feature of this year’s Law Day celebration. Hosted by the North…

The Changing Landscape of Unmarried Parents

Written By Mary Charles Amerson

One in four parents living with a child in the United States today are unmarried. Of these, 35% of all unmarried parents are living with a partner.  In the event the relationship goes south, do unmarried fathers have…

Meet 2025 Summer Associate Greyson Colclough

Ward and Smith is proud to kick off its 2025 Summer Associate Program, where seven standout law students are working side-by-side with our attorneys and getting a true feel for life at a full-service firm. Throughout the …

Antitrust Compliance for North Carolina Construction Companies: Avoiding Legal Pitfalls

Written By Isabelle M. Chammas and E. Bradley Evans

The construction industry has long been a target for antitrust enforcement. For construction company owners and managers, understanding antitrust laws and implementing effective compliance measures isn't just good busines…