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Ward and Smith Sponsors Premier Gather of Bankruptcy Law Professionals

The South Carolina Bankruptcy Law Association (SCBLA) is set to host its 35th Annual Seminar from March 28-30, 2025, at the Renaissance Asheville Hotel in Asheville, North Carolina. This premier event, sponsored in part b…

Owning Real Property Near Military Bases: Considerations for Buying, Selling, and Developing Land in an AICUZ

Written By Clifford P. Parson and Emily B. Sullivan

You have found the perfect spot for a new neighborhood, office complex, or retail center—only to discover it's within an Air Installations Compatible Use Zone (AICUZ). Suddenly, noise levels, building heights, and s…

Ward and Smith Hosts Leadership Raleigh 50 Class for Government Relations Discussion

On Wednesday, March 19, Ward and Smith will welcome members of the Leadership Raleigh 50 Class to our Raleigh office for an insightful discussion on how companies engage with government at various levels. Participants wil…

Ward and Smith Sponsors 2025 Banking Institute

The 2025 Banking Institute, a premier continuing legal education program for banking professionals and their legal advisors, returns to Charlotte on March 27-28. Hosted by the University of North Carolina School of Law's …

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…