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Ward and Smith Welcomes Real Estate Attorney Stefan Maletic

June 25, 2026

Ward and Smith is pleased to announce the addition of Stefan Maletic as an attorney in its Asheville office. He focuses his practice on…
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Amy Fitzhugh Speaks to ECU Dental Graduates

June 25, 2026

For new dentists in North Carolina, understanding the North Carolina State Board of Dental Examiners isn’t optional; it’s essential. Ward and Smith professional licensing…
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Cortney Vamvakias Earns Legal Trainer Certification from Traveling Coaches

June 24, 2026

Ward and Smith is pleased to announce that Cortney Vamvakias, Technical Training and Support Specialist, has earned the Certified Legal Trainer (CLT) designation from…
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Contract Architecture — Core AI Clauses for Vendor Agreements

June 23, 2026

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Ed. Note: This is the third article in our series, Smarter AI Vendor Contracts: Legal Strategies for Protecting Your Business. Read Part 1, Part…
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Ward and Smith Named to SurePoint’s 2025 Leopard Law Firm Index Mid-Sized 200

June 23, 2026

Ward and Smith, P.A., has been named to SurePoint’s 2025 Leopard Law Firm Index (LLFI) Mid-Sized 200, ranking #111 among U.S. law firms with…
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Register Now: First Brands and First Days in Chapter 11

June 22, 2026

When a borrower files Chapter 11, the first hours matter. Critical decisions happen quickly, and lenders need to understand what is being requested, what…
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Media Mention: Mike McIntyre Featured for Work Supporting Law Day and Youth Leadership Challenge

June 22, 2026

Ward and Smith attorney Mike McIntyre was featured in coverage of the North Carolina Bar Association Young Lawyers Division and North Carolina Bar Foundation’s…