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# North Carolina Bar Association

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## Posts

- [From the Center Blog](https://www.ncbar.org/members/benefits/center-for-practice-management/blog/)
- [AM 2026: What Lawyers Are Getting Right and Wrong About AI](https://www.ncbar.org/2026/06/17/am-2026-what-lawyers-are-getting-right-and-wrong-about-ai/) - Join us at the NCBA Annual Meeting on Friday at 11:35 to hear from Zach Abramowitz about what lawyers are getting right and wrong about AI. The rapid advancement of AI and its implications for the legal field is a hot topic in today’s tech-driven world. Recently, in a conversation with Catherine Sanders Reach, Zach
- [Prompts are Dead, Long Live Prompts](https://www.ncbar.org/2026/05/19/prompts-are-dead-long-live-prompts/) - When ChatGPT debuted in late 2022, you typed instructions into a text box and hoped the machine understood what you meant. The better the prompt, the better the result. Ask for a contract summary and you got one kind of answer. Ask for key dates, party names, unusual provisions, and possible risks, and you got
- [10 Ways Lawyers Can Use Copilot for 365 in Microsoft Word](https://www.ncbar.org/2026/05/04/10-ways-lawyers-can-use-copilot-for-365-in-microsoft-word/) - Microsoft offers an artificial intelligence-based add-on for the MS 365 suite called Copilot for 365. While they do offer a free version of Copilot, the add-on costs an additional $30 per user per month. It is embedded in the entire MS 365 suite. Copilot in Word can act as a drafting assistant that needs clear instructions
- [Legal Writing: Practice (and a Few Tools) Makes Perfect](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/08/30/legal-writing-practice-and-a-few-tools-makes-perfect/) - No matter how often you write there is always room for improvement. Correct word choice, sentence structure, and impeccable grammar are requirements. Structure, flow, meaning, and intent are vital to cognition. Your writing should be clear and unambiguous. There are tips and tools to help you write more effectively. Writing for the Reader A recent
- [Outlook Quick Steps: Cut Email Admin to One Click](https://www.ncbar.org/2026/04/14/outlook-quick-steps-cut-email-admin-to-one-click/) - Email doesn’t just steal hours, it steals clicks. Outlook Quick Steps bundle repeat work (reply, CC, flag, file, calendar) into a single action, so routine inbox admin takes seconds instead of minutes. You can reply, add recipients, flag, categorize, and move a message to the right client/matter folder in a single click with Quick Steps.
- [What’s New in Microsoft Edge?](https://www.ncbar.org/2026/04/07/whats-new-in-microsoft-edge/) - If you are a Microsoft 365 business subscriber, some efficiencies, integrations, and security options are added to the Edge browser when you are logged in that warrant another look at the tool. Built on the same engine that runs Google’s Chrome (Chromium), most of your Chrome extensions will work on Edge and it is easy
- [Popular Articles from the CPM ICYMI Newsletter (January - March 2026)](https://www.ncbar.org/2026/03/30/popular-articles-from-the-cpm-icymi-newsletter-january-march-2026/) - Every week subscribers receive the ICYMI enewsletter from the NCBA Center for Practice Management. The newsletter highlights tips, tools, trends, and techniques to help your law practice. The following are a few popular links from the past issues of the newsletter. This Hidden Microsoft Word Shortcut Handles Repetitive Edits Instantly How-To Geek shines a light on the
- [Building to Sell: How to Create Lasting Value in Your Law Firm from Day One](https://www.ncbar.org/2026/03/10/building-to-sell-how-to-create-lasting-value-in-your-law-firm-from-day-one/) - Succession planning is a long game. Whether you are just opening your doors or have been in business for a decade, it is never too early to build your firm with future sales in mind. Creating a "built-to-sell" law firm provides you with options for a profitable exit strategy when you decide to retire or
- [Google Workspace for Business in 2026](https://www.ncbar.org/2026/03/03/google-workspace-for-business-in-2026/) - Over the last several years Google Workspace for Business has added many new tools and feature updates. For firms using free Gmail or those seeking an alternative to Microsoft 365 Business, the updates to Google Workspace are intriguing. What does Google Workspace have to offer now? How easy is it to upgrade a personal free
- [Creating Electronic Records for Longevity, Authenticity, and Proof](https://www.ncbar.org/2026/02/17/creating-electronic-records-for-longevity-authenticity-and-proof/) - As of January 1, 2026, North Carolina allows attorneys to create an electronic record of a written, attested will that can later be admitted to probate. The statute (as explained by the UNC School of Government) creates a practical opportunity and a practical responsibility. Many estate planning attorneys are asking the same question: How do
- [Leaving Well: Ethical and Practical Guidance for Attorney Departures](https://www.ncbar.org/2026/02/02/leaving-well-ethical-and-practical-guidance-for-attorney-departures/) - Lawyer mobility is a constant feature of legal practice. Attorneys move to new firms, shift into new roles, or leave practice entirely. While these transitions can be stressful for everyone involved, they do not have to be chaotic. With thoughtful planning and a firm understanding of the applicable professional rules, both the departing lawyer and
- [AI in Client Meetings: Helpful Assistant or Hidden Ethical Risk?](https://www.ncbar.org/2026/01/30/ai-in-client-meetings-helpful-assistant-or-hidden-ethical-risk/) - AI notetakers are everywhere. They appear as options for video conferencing and VoIP calls, and are even available in hardware, such as pens and lapel buttons. But should lawyers record conversations with clients and let AI transcribe and summarize the notes? In September 2025, Hilary Bowman from Querious AI provided some food for thought in
- [Beyond the Ban: Why Your Law Firm Needs a Realistic AI Policy in 2026](https://www.ncbar.org/2026/01/13/beyond-the-ban-why-your-law-firm-needs-a-realistic-ai-policy-in-2026/) - In 2026, artificial intelligence is deeply embedded in legal and business operations, making clear policies essential. Simply telling lawyers not to use AI is unrealistic, as these tools are now part of everyday technology. Without defined guidelines, law firms risk confidentiality breaches, ethical missteps, and could lose client trust. A robust AI use policy is
- [Start the Year with a Tech Check](https://www.ncbar.org/2026/01/06/start-the-year-with-a-tech-check/) - As the new year begins, it's the perfect opportunity to refresh your technology habits and set yourself up for greater productivity and security. From decluttering your Downloads folder and automating repetitive tasks to tuning up your PC and organizing your digital life with a password manager, taking a few simple steps now can make a
- [Advanced Gmail Tips for Lawyers](https://www.ncbar.org/2025/12/22/advanced-gmail-tips-for-lawyers/) - Many lawyers use Gmail, whether you’re using Google Workspace or a personal account. Discover how to leverage Gemini AI for drafting and refining emails, streamline your workflow with time-saving templates, and maintain confidentiality with robust security features. From managing unwanted business emails to organizing your inbox for maximum productivity, these tips will help you take
- [Popular Articles from the CPM ICYMI Newsletter (October - December 2025)](https://www.ncbar.org/2025/12/15/popular-articles-from-the-cpm-icymi-newsletter-october-december-2025/) - Every week subscribers receive the ICYMI enewsletter from the NCBA Center for Practice Management. The newsletter highlights tips, tools, trends, and techniques to help your law practice. The following are a few popular links from the past issues of the newsletter. 18 Lawyers Caught Using AI Explain Why They Did It (10/2/25) Every week, there is a
- [Gift Ideas for the Lawyer(s) in Your Life 2025](https://www.ncbar.org/2025/12/08/gift-ideas-for-the-lawyers-in-your-life-2025/) - The holiday gift-buying season is upon us! Whether you are buying office gifts, or for the person who has everything, there are a lot of ways to save, give back, get creative and get this checked off your “to do” list! Curated Techie Gifts There are usually many gift lists for lawyers, including those from
- [Speedy Response: Options for Email Templates](https://www.ncbar.org/2025/12/02/speedy-response-options-for-email-templates/) - Responding to client emails is not only necessary, but it is also part of an attorney’s ethical duty to keep a client updated on a matter and respond promptly to client requests for information, per RPC 1.4. Whether you’re responding to urgent inquiries or sending routine updates, having reliable email templates at your fingertips can
- [Decoding Financial Statements: A Simplified Approach for Lawyers](https://www.ncbar.org/2025/11/24/decoding-financial-statements-a-simplified-approach-for-lawyers/) - Catherine Sanders Reach interviews CPA Terrell Turner, who provides a clear and practical guide for lawyers to understand and utilize financial statements, emphasizing the importance of interpreting Profit & Loss and Balance Sheets, maintaining dynamic budgeting, proactive tax planning, operational adjustments based on financial insights, leveraging CRM tools for better financial management, and fostering a
- [Everyday Habits That Transform Legal Work](https://www.ncbar.org/2025/11/17/everyday-habits-that-transform-legal-work/) - Like Elvis, it seems like AI is everywhere. However, numerous tools and processes are available to help a firm or organization reap the benefits of technology. Forget the jargon and the complex algorithms. We're focusing on the "silent heroes" of legal tech—those everyday habits that, when mastered, can dramatically reduce administrative burdens, fortify your digital
- [Shared Spaces, Separate Practices: The Lawyer’s Guide to Smart Office Sharing](https://www.ncbar.org/2025/10/28/shared-spaces-separate-practices-the-lawyers-guide-to-smart-office-sharing/) - Often, solo and small firm practitioners explore office-sharing arrangements as a way to reduce overhead, foster collaboration, and maintain flexibility. While the benefits are compelling, the risks and ethical considerations are equally important. What do lawyers need to know before entering into or continuing a shared office space arrangement? Why Share Office Space? Office sharing
- [What You Need to Know About Project Management](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/03/09/what-you-need-to-know-about-project-management/) - Project management is a discipline used in manufacturing and information technology. Recently, law firms have identified project management to manage risk, predict pricing and keep complex matters moving forward. Project management methods focus on assigning and tracking deadlines, identifying milestones and helping to ensure that a matter is completed in a timely manner. The benefits
- [Esignature Web Forms In Acrobat Pro](https://www.ncbar.org/2025/10/14/esignature-web-forms-in-acrobat-pro/) - If you have Adobe Acrobat Pro you probably know you can send a document for e-signature. However, did you know that in the latest version, you can create a web form that makes it easy for clients and parties to sign without having to download anything or even have Acrobat Reader? Did you also know
- [The Power of a Restart: Why Rebooting Your Computer Matters](https://www.ncbar.org/2025/10/06/the-power-of-a-restart-why-rebooting-your-computer-matters/) - Have you ever been frustrated with your computer running slowly, freezing, or behaving oddly, only to find that a simple reboot fixes the problem? We’ve all heard the tech support joke: “Have you tried turning it off and on again”? Rebooting might seem like a basic or even outdated piece of advice, but it remains
- [Popular Articles from the CPM ICYMI Newsletter (July – September 2025)](https://www.ncbar.org/2025/09/22/popular-articles-from-the-cpm-icymi-newsletter-july-september-2025/) - Every week subscribers receive the ICYMI enewsletter from the NCBA Center for Practice Management. The newsletter highlights tips, tools, trends, and techniques to help your law practice. The following are a few popular links from the past issues of the newsletter. I Tried Chrome’s New Experimental Split Tabs Feature and It Completely Changed How I Use My
- [A Simple To-Do App: TickTick](https://www.ncbar.org/2025/09/16/a-simple-to-do-app-ticktick/) - There are approximately a gazillion ways to track tasks and to-dos, and many of those are software or applications. Which one is the best to-do app? The one that you use! Task management would ideally incorporate your work, professional, and personal to-do lists because your ability to effectively manage your time is only realistic if
- [AI Notebooks: Enhancing Legal Productivity and Knowledge Management](https://www.ncbar.org/2025/08/26/ai-notebooks-enhancing-legal-productivity-and-knowledge-management/) - Information overload is a challenge. Lawyers are constantly juggling statutes, case law, client documents, and internal memos. Synthesizing all this data quickly and accurately is essential and time-consuming. That’s where AI Notebooks come in. What Are AI Notebooks? AI Notebooks are tools that act like virtual research assistants. They can summarize facts, explain complex ideas,
- [Resources for the Mac Attorney](https://www.ncbar.org/2025/08/12/resources-for-the-mac-attorney/) - Whether you have always used a Mac at work, are new to the Mac operating system, or are considering making a switch, these articles, blogs, podcasts, and websites will help you learn more about how to use Apple’s operating system and hardware in your law practice. Podcasts Mac Power Users A podcast that discusses tips,
- [Sending Mass Emails: Tools, Tips, Pros and Cons](https://www.ncbar.org/2025/08/05/sending-mass-emails-tools-tips-pros-and-cons/) - There are many reasons you or your firm might need to send numerous emails with the same or similar message. You could need to notify all your clients about a change in staffing, or to notify them of a change in the law. You may need to alert them about overdue invoices or record destruction
- [Email Management: Keeping a Clean and Minimal Inbox](https://www.ncbar.org/2025/07/29/email-management-keeping-a-clean-and-minimal-inbox/) - A cluttered inbox can drain productivity and increase stress, especially for legal professionals who must juggle urgent messages, maintain confidentiality, and adhere to meticulous record-keeping. It is all too easy for this central channel to become cluttered, distracting, and overwhelming. What are some practical methods for achieving and maintaining a clean inbox? Convert Email to
- [Tools to Compare Outputs from Multiple GenAI Models](https://www.ncbar.org/2025/07/22/how-to-compare-outputs-from-multiple-genai-models/) - There are many free and paid generative AI LLM models available. When comparing their outputs, each displays strengths and weaknesses. This is similar to search engines like Bing and Google, which produce different results for the same query. To search multiple web indexes at once, we used search aggregators or “meta” search engines like Dogpile
- [The Emergence of Agentic AI](https://www.ncbar.org/2025/07/14/the-emergence-of-agentic-ai/) - Artificial intelligence (AI) has developed significantly from an innovative tool into a transformative entity in numerous industries, including the legal profession. For many lawyers, AI may still be associated with predictive analytics or document review tools. However, AI development has taken major leaps. Agentic AI has moved from concept to horizon. Unlike generative AI (GenAI),
- [New Outlook June 2025 Feature Update](https://www.ncbar.org/2025/06/24/new-outlook-june-2025-feature-update/) - If you have been using (or trying to use) the New Outlook, some new feature updates in June might be handy, as well as updates that bring New Outlook support for Classic Outlook-type features. Office Watch, “the independent source of Microsoft Office news, tips and advice since 1996,” has a list of new or improved
- [The Importance of Personal Interaction in Legal Client Services](https://www.ncbar.org/2025/06/17/the-importance-of-personal-interaction-in-legal-client-services/) - Generative AI tools can summarize court decisions, draft legal memos, and even engage in natural-sounding conversation. It's tempting to imagine a future where much of a lawyer's client-facing work is handled by machines. Intake forms become chatbots. Follow-up emails are automated. The tone sounds just right. It's efficient, scalable, and consistent. But is it wise?
- [RPost: A Security Swiss Army Knife](https://www.ncbar.org/2025/06/10/rpost-a-security-swiss-army-knife/) - The RPost company, headquartered in California, has been around since 2000. They offer several products, including Rmail for email security and encryption, RSign for electronic signatures, Registered for email proof of delivery, RDocs to protect and control (or kill) access to documents, and RForms for data collection. The new RPost Intelligence “infuses” AI into the
- [Investing in New Technology? Training is Essential to Success](https://www.ncbar.org/2025/06/03/getting-new-technology-training-is-essential-to-success/) - So, your firm/office/organization has taken the leap and decided to make a major switch from a primary practice management system. Deciding to make the move is challenging. Selecting the new product, migration, implementation, and roll-out are major feats as well. When planning throughout this process, training on the new platform should be a priority, not
- [Popular Articles from the CPM ICYMI Newsletter (November 2024 – May 2025)](https://www.ncbar.org/2025/05/27/popular-articles-from-the-cpm-icymi-newsletter-november-2024-may-2025/) - Every week subscribers receive the ICYMI enewsletter from the NCBA Center for Practice Management. The newsletter highlights tips, tools, trends, and techniques to help your law practice. The following are a few popular links from the past issues of the newsletter. Lawyer Flat Fees or Hourly Billing? The Pros and Cons (11/8/2024) Ruth Carter, writing for Attorney
- [Text Expanders: Improving Efficiency with Automation](https://www.ncbar.org/2025/05/12/text-expanders-improving-efficiency-with-automation/) - Text expanders are productivity tools that allow users to create shortcuts that automatically expand into longer blocks of text or complex, dynamic content. For example, typing \signoff could instantly insert your complete email signature, while \nda might generate an entire non-disclosure agreement with customizable fields. For legal professionals facing high document volumes and repetitive communications,
- [Take Your Foot Off the Pedal: Dictation and Transcription Options for Lawyers](https://www.ncbar.org/2025/04/29/hit-the-brakes-dictation-and-transcription-options-for-lawyers/) - Traditional transcription methods like dictation devices and foot pedals can be time-consuming and costly, but modern voice-to-text solutions offer a streamlined alternative. Many of these tools are built into products that lawyers already use, making them easily accessible and highly effective. While most lawyers are familiar with options like Dragon Naturally Speaking, the high price
- [A Sweet Suite: Exploring All the MS 365 Business Standard Apps](https://www.ncbar.org/2025/04/15/a-sweet-suite-exploring-all-the-ms-365-business-standard-apps/) - Many law offices have switched from the installed versions of Microsoft Office to a subscription version of Microsoft’s Office suite. There are quite a few subscription models, but for most firms either Business Standard or Business Premium are the best fit. When you subscribe to the Microsoft 365 Standard plan you get far more than
- [Should I Stay or Should I Go? ROI for Legal Technology Spend](https://www.ncbar.org/2025/04/08/should-i-stay-or-should-i-go-roi-for-legal-technology-spend/) - Return on investment (ROI) is a crucial metric used to evaluate the profitability of an investment. In the context of legal technology, ROI measures the financial benefits gained from technological investments relative to their cost. It encompasses numerous factors such as increased efficiency, reduced operational costs, and enhanced client satisfaction. Before diving into the ROI
- [COMING SOON! | Modern Law Practice Management: Solutions for Solo, Small, and Mid-Size Firms](https://www.ncbar.org/2025/03/27/coming-soon-modern-law-practice-management-solutions-for-solo-small-and-mid-size-firms/) - Running a law firm, whether you're a solo practitioner or managing a mid-sized team, is a complex endeavor. It's far more than just practicing law; it's about business management, client relations, risk mitigation, and staying ahead in an ever-evolving landscape. Many resources offer legal advice, but few provide a comprehensive, practical guide to the nuts
- [Microsoft Copilot in Outlook](https://www.ncbar.org/2025/03/25/microsoft-copilot-in-outlook/) - Microsoft offers an artificial intelligence-based add-on for the MS 365 suite called Copilot for 365. While they do offer a free version of Copilot, the add-on costs an additional $30 per user per month and it is embedded in the entire suite, including Outlook. What can the Copilot add-in do to help manage your Outlook
- [Enhance Client Communication with Digital Accessibility Tools](https://www.ncbar.org/2025/03/17/enhance-client-communication-with-digital-accessibility-tools/) - As legal professionals increasingly rely on digital platforms for communication, documentation and service delivery, ensuring these materials are accessible to all individuals has become not just a compliance requirement, but a cornerstone of inclusive legal practice. Digital accessibility in the legal sector extends far beyond basic compliance with regulatory standards. It represents a commitment to
- [404 File Not Found: How to Combat Link Rot](https://www.ncbar.org/2025/03/10/404-file-not-found-how-to-combat-link-rot/) - Have you ever clicked on a promising link only to encounter a “404 File Not Found” error? Do your bookmarked links vanish over time? Have hyperlinks in your documents stopped working? This is known as link rot. How can you prevent it? What Is Link Rot? Vast amounts of information and data exist in digital-only
- [Using a Scheduling Tool for Efficient Appointments](https://www.ncbar.org/2025/03/03/using-a-scheduling-tool-for-efficient-appointments/) - Managing appointments efficiently is crucial for maintaining productivity and client satisfaction. Scheduling tools have become indispensable for lawyers, offering a streamlined way to book appointments without the hassle of back-and-forth communication. Some lawyers are trepidatious about using a scheduling tool like Calendly, Accuity, or Bookings because they don’t want to share the link broadly or
- [Announcing the New vLex Fastcase for NCBA Members](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/11/04/announcing-the-new-vlex-fastcase-for-ncba-members/) - The North Carolina Bar Association has offered Fastcase legal research as a benefit to NCBA members since 2012. Recently Fastcase merged with international legal research provider vLex. This merger resulted in an enhanced and upgraded legal research platform, which is now being rolled out to NCBA members starting November 19, 2024. In 2023, Fastcase merged
- [What's To Like About the New Outlook?](https://www.ncbar.org/2025/02/25/whats-to-like-about-the-new-outlook/) - The new Outlook rolling out to business and consumer users is a significant departure from the Microsoft's Outlook software that has been mostly unchanged since the Ribbon appeared in Office 2007. If you are a power user of Outlook you may be disgruntled with the new Outlook experience. Others, who prefer Gmail and the browser
- [Smartphone Tips](https://www.ncbar.org/2025/02/11/smart-phone-tips/) - Most every lawyer carries a tiny computer in their pocket or bag called a “smartphone”. These portable computers are so useful and so ingrained into work and personal lives it is hard to think about a time when communications, content, and the world of information was not a few seconds away. There are always a
- [Successors and Trustees: Resources If You Are Called Upon to Close a Practice](https://www.ncbar.org/2025/01/28/successors-and-trustees-resources-if-you-are-called-upon-to-close-a-practice/) - Lawyers, especially solos, should name a successor to help if they become unavailable and someone is needed to protect client interests or wind down the practice. What should an attorney do to help a named successor exercise their duties? If you are appointed trustee or agree to be a successor, what steps should you take
- [Choosing a Business Laptop: A Guide for Lawyers](https://www.ncbar.org/2025/01/14/choosing-a-business-laptop-a-guide-for-lawyers/) - Purchasing a laptop can feel overwhelming with all the technical jargon, but with a little guidance, you can choose the right device for your needs. Here’s a breakdown of the key technical features to consider when buying a business laptop, explained in plain terms. When you go to buy a laptop for work keep in
- [Moving Your Email Address to a Professional Domain](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/10/11/moving-your-email-address-to-a-professional-domain/) - When you email clients and colleagues does your email end in @gmail.com, @mindspring.com, @aol.com, or are you using your firm domain? If the former, you may have a domain name but haven’t set it up to use with your email. Or you do not have a domain name because you do not have a website.
- [ChatGPT Search Has Arrived for Everyone](https://www.ncbar.org/2025/01/07/chatgpt-search-has-arrived-for-everyone/) - OpenAI’s ChatGPT has added web search for all users. Traditional search engines like Google have long been the go-to resource, but the rise of AI-powered tools, such as ChatGPT and competitors like Perplexity, will change how people search for and synthesize information. ChatGPT’s new search capabilities blend real-time data retrieval with conversational AI, offering a
- [What Lawyers Need to Know About the Bluesky Social Media Platform](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/12/03/what-lawyers-need-to-know-about-the-bluesky-social-media-platform/) - There is a lot of buzz about Bluesky (pronounced blue sky). The new social media darling, which started in 2019, grew to 2 million users in 2022 and now has surpassed 22 million users. It is still by no means one of the larger social media sites, however lawyers do need to understand what it
- [Questions Answered from 2024 Professionalism for New Attorneys Program](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/12/10/questions-answered-from-2024-professionalism-for-new-attorneys-program/) - New bar admittees from around the state gathered to network and learn at the NCBA’s recent Professionalism for New Attorneys program. These tech savvy new attorneys had some great questions during the Technology and Your Responsibility to Clients program. Here are some of their questions and the answers. Q: What would you say about the
- [Gift Ideas for the Lawyer(s) in Your Life - 2024](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/11/25/gift-ideas-for-the-lawyers-in-your-life-2024/) - The holiday gift buying season is upon us! If you are shopping for deals or just making sure there is plenty of time for shipping, don’t forget that Black Friday, Small Business Saturday or CyberMonday start this week. Whether you are buying office gifts, or for the person who has everything, there are a lot
- [Natural Disaster Aftermath and Recovery Resources for Lawyers](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/10/01/natural-disaster-aftermath-and-recovery-resources-for-lawyers/) - Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida on Thursday, September 26 and made its way up through Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina and Tennessee. Winds and rain stretched from its primary path into surrounding areas. The path and destruction of this storm is immense and devastating. Following are resources for lawyers affected by the storm in
- [Recalling Privacy](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/11/19/recalling-privacy/) - While privacy and security are often used synonymously, and each can impact your cyber safety, privacy is related to controlling your personal information and how it is used. While there is a balance between privacy and usability, the amount of personal data that is sold and stored is disconcerting. What can you do to increase
- [Microsoft Loop for Collaboration](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/11/12/microsoft-loop-for-collaboration/) - Microsoft 365 has been slowly rolling out Loop, the collaboration tool, in business subscriptions. Challenging tools like Notion, Loop has the advantage of already being in the Microsoft 365 ecosystem used by many law firms. Loop lets you create collaborative clauses, checklists, and other disembodied elements not tied to a particular email or document. Update
- [Collect Documents and Data with Pipe|File](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/10/29/collect-documents-and-data-with-pipefile/) - You want to make it easy and secure to exchange electronic documents and information with clients. There are many ways to do this, including using online document storage services, SaaS based practice management portals, and document management systems. However, if you are not using any of these or are looking for something that is simple
- [From Search Engines to Answer Engines](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/11/04/from-search-engines-to-answer-engines/) - Imagine a search engine that doesn't just find information but understands it. One where you ask complex questions and receive answers backed by credible sources. This is the reality of generative artificial intelligence (GAI) search engines. These tools are changing how we interact with online information, combining AI with traditional search capabilities. ChatGPT and similar
- [Popular Articles from the CPM ICYMI Newsletter (August - October 2024)](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/10/21/popular-articles-from-the-cpm-icymi-newsletter-august-october-2024/) - Every week subscribers receive the ICYMI enewsletter from the NCBA Center for Practice Management. The newsletter highlights tips, tools, trends, and techniques to help your law practice. The following are a few popular links from the past issues of the newsletter. 4 AI Search Engines I Use Every Day (July 26, 2024) Search engines and Generative Artificial
- [What Styles in Microsoft Word Can Do](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/10/08/what-styles-in-microsoft-word-can-do/) - Styles in Microsoft Word can help improve everything from formatting to editing a document. Styles can be applied to make better templates, improve navigation, generate an automatic and hyperlinked Table of Contents, and make self-updating and numbered headings painless. What are the advantages of using Styles in Microsoft Word and how do you use them?
- [Putting the Cart Before the Horse: Don't Launch a Social Media Campaign Without These Website Cleanup Tips](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/10/01/putting-the-cart-before-the-horse-dont-launch-a-social-media-campaign-without-these-website-cleanup-tips/) - Launching a social media campaign without first ensuring your website is in top shape is like putting the cart before the horse. Imagine driving traffic to a site that’s slow, cluttered, or outdated—it’s a surefire way to lose potential clients before they even get a chance to see what you have to offer. Before you
- [Unlocking the Power of the View Tab in Microsoft Word](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/09/24/unlocking-the-power-of-the-view-tab-in-microsoft-word/) - Legal pros understand the importance of efficiently managing long and intricate documents. Yet, many Word users may not have fully explored the myriad of tools available in the View tab of the Microsoft Word ribbon. This often-overlooked section is a treasure trove of features designed to enhance your document navigation and review experience. From adjusting
- [The Little Things: Connect Your PC to Your Phone](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/09/17/the-little-things-connect-your-pc-to-your-phone/) - Many lawyers keep their smartphones on their desks alongside their computers. Without your phone handy, you might need to retrieve it for two-factor authentication codes, to answer text messages from home, or to take calls. Did you know that if you’re using Windows 11, you can link your Android or iPhone to your computer? This
- [Tips for Bar Leaders (and Lawyers and Legal Pros) 2024](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/09/03/tips-for-bar-leaders-and-lawyers-and-legal-pros-2024/) - At the recent 2024-5 NCBA/F Leadership Orientation, CPM Director Catherine Sanders Reach shared some tips for productivity and efficiency for busy lawyers and bar volunteers. Add Your Volunteer Activities in the Right Place There are lots of Profile Sections to add to your LinkedIn profile. The primary ones include Education and Experience. Many lawyers put
- [Making a How To Guide as Simple as 1, 2, 3](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/08/27/making-a-how-to-guide-as-simple-as-1-2-3/) - Do you need to show a client, support staff, or another lawyer how to do something, provide instructions, or educate them? The tools to record a quick video or create a step by step guide are well within your reach. In fact, you probably already have some in your toolbox. What are simple, low cost
- [Adobe Acrobat Alternatives for Lawyers](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/11/24/adobe-acrobat-alternatives-for-lawyers/) - Over the years Adobe has made some significant changes in how the Acrobat Standard and Pro versions are developed and priced. In the past you could purchase a license for Adobe Acrobat and keep the software for several years with support. Adobe would issue an upgrade, and existing customers - so long as they had
- [Zoom Workplace: New Branding, New Features](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/08/20/zoomworkplace/) - Zoom is now called Zoom Workplace. The name change reflects the added features that provide far more than a mere video conferencing platform. Zoom Workplace includes collaborative whiteboards, team chat, email and calendar applications, meeting scheduling and appointment booking, share notes, a word processor, video recording, a scheduler, and the AI companion. Many of these
- [Screen Clipping Options for the Savvy Lawyer](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/08/13/screen-clipping-options-for-the-savvy-lawyer/) - Taking a screenshot on your computer or smartphone comes in handy for many reasons. You might be capturing a website or text message for discovery or preservation. You might want to share an image along with text with a client. You might be putting together instructions on how to do something in your office. Or
- [ICYMI: Getting the Most from LinkedIn for Professional and Practice Development](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/08/06/icymi-getting-the-most-from-linkedin-for-professional-and-practice-development/) - LinkedIn has changed over the years. It launched in 2003 and was purchased by Microsoft in 2016. Currently LinkedIn has more than 1 billion members in 200 countries worldwide. A decline in use on platforms like X (f/k/a Twitter) and trepidations with TikTok have seen many professionals at all levels of their careers showing up
- [Popular Articles from the CPM ICYMI Newsletter (April - July 2024)](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/07/23/popular-articles-from-the-cpm-icymi-newsletter-april-july-2024/) - Every week subscribers receive the ICYMI enewsletter from the NCBA Center for Practice Management. The newsletter highlights tips, tools, trends, and techniques to help your law practice. The following are a few popular links from the past issues of the newsletter. Spring Cleaning Your Law Firm Data (April 19, 2024) Want to take advantage of new tools
- [What To Do If Your Laptop is Lost or Stolen](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/07/16/what-to-do-if-your-laptop-is-lost-or-stolen/) - Realizing that your firm or personal laptop has been lost or stolen is a panic inducing moment. While in a best-case scenario you would have taken numerous steps to secure your laptop, even if you have taken all the precautions there is a checklist of steps to take as soon as possible to reduce exposure
- [What Lawyers Should Know About Windows 11](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/07/08/what-lawyers-should-know-about-windows-11/) - Have you upgraded your Windows operating system from Windows 10 to 11? Have you avoided it because you worry that it could be unstable, or that your old software or drivers won’t work? Are you worried that your older computer will not have the required specifications to do the upgrade? These are all legitimate concerns.
- [Shopping for an Accounting System](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/06/24/shopping-for-an-accounting-system-2/) - Sometimes shopping can be fun. However, for many lawyers, looking for an accounting system may be as enjoyable as a root canal. Recent circumstances have pushed firms into looking for a new accounting product, and looking for a new product can be intimidating and frustrating. The good news/bad news is there are a lot of
- [Tech and Practice Management Tips To Use Today](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/06/18/tips-from-tips-today-you-can-use-tomorrow/) - Recently the Center for Practice Management and CLE Department held a day and a half of programming including How to Manage Your Workload - Time, Task, Email and Distraction Management for Lawyers and Tips Today You Can Use Tomorrow. The programs, now available on demand, are designed to give lawyers and their teams actionable and
- [Snagit – A Better Screen Clipping Tool](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/06/04/snagit-a-better-screen-clipping-tool/) - Both Windows and Macs come with screen clipping tools. Windows 10 has Snip and Sketch, Windows 11 has a Snipping Tool, and MacOS comes with Screenshot (see the keyboard shortcuts Shift-Command-4 to take a screenshot of a selected area, or Shift-Command-3 to capture the entire screen). All are quite handy at capturing a screen, or
- [LinkedIn FAQ](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/05/28/linkedin-faq/) - LinkedIn is a powerful social network. It can be very useful for connecting with colleagues, finding and posting jobs, participating in group discussions, staying top of mind with referrals and potential clients, maintaining a profile for yourself and for your firm/organization, and for news/information. There are some features of LinkedIn that you may have questions
- [Free General Purpose Generative Artificial Intelligence Tools](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/05/21/free-general-purpose-generative-artificial-intelligence-tools/) - As the legal profession continues to evolve and adapt to recent technologies, it's becoming increasingly important for lawyers to understand and leverage the capabilities of generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools. These tools, which can assist with tasks such as data analysis, research, translation, image and video creation, summarization, transcription, and automation, have the potential to
- [Back to Basics: Understanding Core Business Technology for Lawyers](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/04/29/back-to-basics-understanding-core-business-technology-for-lawyers/) - In today's fast-paced legal environment, lawyers must be adept at using basic office software, Microsoft 365, browsers, and their operating system. This ability is essential for maintaining competency, efficiency, and productivity, which are critical for effectively serving clients. Lawyers who do not understand and master how to use critical business tools like operating systems, office
- [Better Ways to Gather Information from Clients (Part 2)](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/06/16/gathering-information-from-clients-part-2/) - After pre-screening and intake (see Part 1), once your potential client become a client, you will likely need to gather a lot of information from them to start representation. When gathering information from clients consider the ease of use for the client, the security of the information gathering method to ensure confidentiality and statutory/regulatory requirements,
- [Client Facing Tools in Your MS 365 Subscription](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/04/16/client-facing-tools-in-your-ms-365-subscription/) - If your firm is paying for the Microsoft 365 subscription product but only using the standard applications like Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint you are missing out! Explore client facing tools that can help you communicate, collaborate, and interact with clients, outside counsel, and others outside of your firm or organization. Your subscription comes with products
- [Popular Articles from the CPM ICYMI Newsletter (January – March 2024)](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/04/05/popular-articles-from-the-cpm-icymi-newsletter-january-march-2024/) - Every week subscribers receive the ICYMI enewsletter from the NCBA Center for Practice Management. The newsletter highlights tips, tools, trends, and techniques to help your law practice. The following are a few popular links from the past issues of the newsletter. My 40 Most-Read Blog Posts This Year Tell a Story of a Legal Industry Consumed with
- [Easy Automations in Dropbox](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/04/02/easy-automations-in-dropbox/) - If your firm or office is using Dropbox, then you should be aware that they have recently added some particularly useful automation tools that can help you keep your files organized without effort. Automations include categorizations, file renaming, and file format conversions. To invoke the automation options, open Dropbox and add a new folder. When
- [Modern Note-Taking](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/03/25/modern-note-taking/) - Lawyers take notes. Lots of notes. Client notes, research notes, brainstorming, checklists, ideas, reminders and the list goes on. Taking notes on paper is comfortable and efficient, but extremely limited. Handwritten notes on paper cannot be searched or repurposed. They are difficult to share or use for collaboration. Paper notebooks begin to proliferate like bunnies.
- [Documenting Your Tech Stack](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/03/19/documenting-your-tech-stack/) - You may have heard someone refer to your “tech stack” in your law office or legal department. In software development a tech stack is the set of technologies used to develop an application. However, the phrase has taken on a wider meaning, describing, and defining what technology tools you use in your office. Why document
- [Don’t Doodle](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/03/05/dont-doodle/) - Actually doodling, or scribbling, is good for your mental health. However, using the free Doodle poll tool may have the opposite effect on recipients. What is a Doodle poll? Doodle is a web-based service that helps you find a mutual time for a meeting with multiple participants. So, what is wrong with the free Doodle
- [Resources for Growing Your Practice](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/09/27/resources-for-growing-your-practice/) - Are you considering growing your practice or just making sure that you are aligning with best practices? From hiring to policies to business continuity, the following are resources to help your firm grow successfully. Hiring and Firm Structure Hiring and Retention Why Gen Z Preferences Should Matter to Law Firms - Law Technology Today Generation
- [Some Best Practices from Law Firm Associates](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/02/12/some-best-practices-from-law-firm-associates/) - A recent Reddit thread posed the question “what are some examples of best practices you employ in your daily routine or have learned from more senior attorneys?". The following is a summary of the responses, edited for repetition and some negative advice removed. In some cases, more senior attorneys submitted their thoughts. These are helpful
- [How to Keep Up with Advances in Artificial Intelligence](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/12/05/how-to-keep-up-with-advances-in-artificial-intelligence/) - Recently, we marked the first anniversary of ChatGPT, a milestone that underscores the rapid advancements in the field of artificial intelligence. The landscape of generative AI tools and related news has expanded at an unprecedented rate. As legal professionals, it’s crucial to stay informed about these developments. Following are news outlets that will provide you
- [Avoid Overwriting Documents](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/02/27/microsoft-word-template-tips/) - There are many problems with using an existing word processing document and opening it to use as a “template”. For one, if you are syncing with online file storage and you forget to rename the document with “save as” you will overwrite the old file. Further, you may fail to remove or edit confidential information from the previous file.
- [Enhance Your Privacy with DuckDuckGo](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/08/22/enhance-your-privacy-with-duckduckgo/) - DuckDuckGo made its debut as a search engine focused on privacy by reducing tracking cookies and pop-up ads. As our privacy is increasingly at risk, DuckDuckGo has rolled out several more products including a browser extension, a web browser, an app, and email aliases. To reduce your privacy erosion, check out some of the DuckDuckGo
- [10 Email Dos and Don’ts for Lawyers](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/01/07/10-email-dos-and-donts-for-lawyers/) - Lawyers use email every day and are very familiar with the mechanics of sending and receiving email. However, because of its ubiquity, lawyers often get complacent about best practices for using email effectively and proficiently. Email can be a great communication tool, but it can also be dangerous. Here are some reminders about email dos
- [Reducing Computer Eye Strain](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/01/30/reducing-computer-eye-strain/) - If you spend a lot of time in front of a computer screen you might experience some physical discomfort including tired or watery eyes, blurred vision, headache, neck/back/shoulder pain, and other symptoms associated with sitting in one place staring at a fixed spot. There are a number of things you can do to make your
- [I'm a Lawyer, Not a Designer!](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/01/23/im-a-lawyer-not-a-designer/) - The Star Trek series featured the curmudgeon physician, beginning with Leonard McCoy, aka Bones. He frequently reminded Admiral James T. Kirk that he was a doctor and not an anything-else-Kirk-asked-him-to-do. If you are asked to do some light design work, whether a newsletter layout, an ad, finding an image, social media posts, or creating a
- [AI and KM: Two Great Tools That Work Great Together](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/01/16/ai-and-km-two-great-tools-that-work-great-together/) - By Catherine Sanders Reach and Ben Schorr For many years the promise of knowledge management in law firms was poised to take off, but the technology and the results proved expensive, illusive or both. Effective knowledge management puts content at the fingertips of those who develop and provide your products and services. Knowledge management helps
- [New NC Ethics Opinions Related to Practice Management](https://www.ncbar.org/2024/01/09/new-nc-ethics-opinions-related-to-practice-management/) - Brian Oten and Peter Bolac provided their annual update on what is happening at the North Carolina State Bar during their recent Expert Series CLE. In addition to topics such as legal deserts, changes to CLE rules, the new random audit selection process, and much more, they discussed two recently adopted ethics opinions related to
- [Bing Chat and Bard: The Basics of AI Chat Search Engines](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/04/04/bing-chat-and-bard-the-basics-of-ai-chat-search-engines/) - Microsoft’s Bing and Google’s Bard are two chat-based search engines powered by artificial intelligence. What can they do? Let’s run through the basics, including how you can get access to these tools. Google’s Bard If you haven’t already, you can sign up to get on the waitlist to try Bard. Bard is listed as an
- [AI Tools in MS 365 in Advance of the CoPilot Launch](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/05/23/ai-tools-in-ms-365-in-advance-of-the-copilot-launch/) - Generative artificial intelligence is all the buzz and Microsoft is rolling out an AI tool called “CoPilot” with the promise of helping you leverage the Microsoft 365 tools so that you can synthesize information, ask your own data questions, suggest ways to be more responsive, stay on top of your schedule and more. While we
- [Using AI for Conversational Q&A and Knowledge Management](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/06/06/using-ai-for-conversational-q-a-and-knowledge-management/) - The technology that powers ChatGPT, Open AI using a large language model (LLM), can be turned to look at specific data repositories. Law firms can create tools that can be used internally or externally to query and chat with a firm’s own data. Several products are already on the market that let you turn an
- [What's New with Microsoft's OneNote?](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/10/04/whats-new-with-microsofts-onenote/) - Microsoft’s OneNote has some updates and feature enhancements that lawyers may find appealing. The OneNote note taking application has been around since 2002 and bundled with the Office suite since 2010. OneNote is a great way to keep notes, tasks, screenshots, and more with links to context like emails and documents. It works well on
- [Popular Articles from the CPM ICYMI Newsletter (September 2023 – December 2023)](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/12/26/popular-articles-from-the-cpm-icymi-newsletter-september-2023-december-2023/) - Every week subscribers receive the ICYMI enewsletter from the NCBA Center for Practice Management. The newsletter highlights tips, tools, trends, and techniques to help your law practice. The following are a few popular links from the past issues of the newsletter. How to Create a Fillable Form in Microsoft Word (9/8/2023) If you haven’t embraced document assembly
- [Google Bard Gets a Big Update](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/12/19/google-bard-gets-a-big-update/) - When Google’s generative AI Bard was released, it was less capable than competitors like ChatGPT, Claude2, and Microsoft’s Bing Chat. However, with the introduction of the DeepMind project named Gemini, there are many enhancements including the ability to reason in Google Workspace products like Drive and Gmail, as well as the release of the Google
- [Gift Ideas for the Lawyer(s) in Your Life](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/12/12/gift-ideas-for-the-lawyers-in-your-life/) - Perhaps you missed shopping on Black Friday or CyberMonday, or you realized there is another person to buy for this holiday season. Maybe someone has been asking you what you want, but you just haven’t been able to think about it. At this time of year, a number of podcasts and websites compile lists of
- [The Problem with Dropbox](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/09/26/the-problem-with-dropbox/) - Pardon the clickbait headline. There really isn’t a problem with Dropbox, per se. The problem is that many law firms are using Dropbox and multiple other hardware and services to store documents. Saving and sharing documents from multiple places can lead to a host of issues for the office, the least of which is overspending.
- [Microsoft Stream: Private Video Hosting](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/11/28/microsoft-stream-private-video-hosting/) - If your firm subscribes to any of the Microsoft 365 business licenses that include Teams and SharePoint, then you probably have the video hosting platform Stream. You can host ad-free videos, create playlists, create and edit videos, share videos with permission, and much more. You can create training documentation, client video tutorials, share recorded Teams
- [Microsoft 365 and MS Office Resources](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/06/21/microsoft-365-and-ms-office-resources/) - Microsoft 365 (fka Office 365) is the subscription model that consists of the MS Office suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, OneNote) plus MS Outlook and cloud-based servers (Exchange and SharePoint). The Business Standard version is $12.50 per user per month. That is merely the tip of the iceberg, as the subscription also comes with many other
- [ABA TECHSHOW 2019 NCBA Member Discount and Some Marketing Tips](https://www.ncbar.org/2018/12/07/aba-techshow-2019-nc-bar-member-discount-and-some-marketing-tips/) - Sponsored Post North Carolina Bar Association Members Get $150 Off Standard Registration ABA TECHSHOW has over 31 years of experience bringing lawyers and technology together. Legal work today is dependent on technology to manage day to day activities, to practice more competently, and to service clients more effectively. ABA TECHSHOW teaches you how technology can
- [The Difference Between Search Engines, Generative AI, and Automation Tools](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/10/24/the-difference-between-search-engines-generative-ai-and-automation-tools/) - Search engines like Google, generative AI applications like ChatGPT, and automation tools like Zapier serve distinct purposes and have different capabilities. The key is choosing the right tool for specific business needs and use cases, rather than trying to replace one with another. With an understanding of the unique capabilities of each, organizations can combine
- [Adobe Acrobat Has a New (Inter)Face](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/09/19/adobe-acrobat-has-a-new-interface/) - Subscribers to some versions of Adobe Acrobat may soon find themselves a little lost because the desktop application has a fresh new interface. Just when you had gotten used to the feature pane on the right, it has now moved to the left. What else has changed? Read on. Out With the Old Adobe Acrobat,
- [Browser Wars: What’s New in Chrome and Edge](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/09/12/browser-wars-whats-new-in-chrome-and-edge/) - Google Chrome is still the undisputed browser champion in North America for desktop/mobile/tablet on Mac/iOS, Windows and of course Android at 53% of the market share. Safari has 30% of the market share. Microsoft’s Edge trails at a far distant 3rd place at a little over 8%. However, Edge has some new features, including a
- [Prioritize and Conquer: Time Management Techniques for Lawyers Using Business Software](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/09/05/prioritize-and-conquer-time-management-techniques-for-lawyers-utilizing-business-software/) - ** Time is your most valuable asset as a lawyer. Managing your time effectively is crucial for meeting billable hours, completing tasks efficiently, and providing quality legal services to your clients. Many lawyers have begun incorporating business software into their workflows, which can greatly improve time management if used strategically. Here some tips for lawyers
- [Popular Articles from the CPM ICYMI Newsletter (May 2023 – August 2023)](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/08/29/popular-articles-from-the-cpm-icymi-newsletter-may-2023-august-2023/) - Every week subscribers receive the ICYMI enewsletter from the NCBA Center for Practice Management. The newsletter highlights tips, tools, trends, and techniques to help your law practice. The following are a few popular links from the past issues of the newsletter. The Top Four Trends in Law Firm Sales 8/25 If you are planning for retirement and
- [Technology Check-Up for the New Work World: Documenting Procedures and Managing Projects](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/08/08/technology-check-up-for-the-new-work-world-documenting-procedures-and-managing-projects/) - Over the last several years there has been momentous change in the work world. During the pandemic, lawyers and their teams learned how to work from home using new tools and technologies. People reassessed their lives, and some retired or changed focus and followed their passions. Economic shifts resulted in reductions in force and layoffs.
- [Documenting File Destruction](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/08/01/documenting-file-destruction/) - Are you documenting your file destruction based on record retention requirements? Depending on the number of variables there are several methods to make sure that you have the necessary information to verify what has been destroyed and when. How Long Do I Have to Keep Client Files? As is the case with so many things
- [What’s New with Zoom?](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/07/25/whats-new-with-zoom/) - Many lawyers used video conferencing platforms at the beginning of the pandemic. Even when life resumed a more regular course, you probably find yourself starting and participating in video conferences daily. Two platforms emerged as the predominant tools in the current marketplace – Zoom and Microsoft Teams. Both have their pros and cons, and both
- [Dropbox Dash – AI Driven Federated Search](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/07/18/ai-search-and-dropbox-dash/) - Lawyers keep a lot of information – documents, emails, legal research, project plans, communications, and more – and often that information is spread out among different siloed repositories. There are few ways to search across all those separate properties or query it all to get the answer you need without wading through files and emails.
- [Leveraging Technology to Onboard New Hires](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/07/10/leveraging-technology-to-onboard-new-hires/) - Many law firms are excited to embrace new hires and provide orientation and some onboarding. Then the new hire is left in the coming weeks or months to sink or swim. Handing a new hire, whether an associate, a lateral or support staff, an employee manual and making introductions cannot ensure a smooth transition. Set
- [Five Ways to Become More Client-Centric](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/06/18/five-ways-to-become-more-client-centric/) - Client-centric legal services focus on the client journey. Your primary objective is to make sure that your client has a great experience with your firm, win or lose. From start to finish, your firm’s processes are centered on the client. Here are five options to enhance your firm’s focus on the client and increase client
- [Your Firm Cookbook: Why and How](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/07/07/your-firm-cookbook-why-and-how/) - Does your firm document its processes and procedures? Having a firm "cookbook" has many advantages, from on-boarding new team members to identifying opportunities for improvement. Documentation can help with business continuity and succession planning. Many firms may have a Standard Operating Procedures manual, but is it easy to find and update? A three ring binder
- [Three Ways to Securely Share Documents Electronically](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/12/01/three-ways-to-securely-share-documents-electronically/) - You send and receive documents electronically with clients. Many documents. You have considered what is in the document, such as sensitive, privileged, and confidential information, and how to protect it. What workflows for securely sending/receiving documents balance ease of use for you and your client with adequate security? You do not necessarily need any new
- [Calculating Dates: Trust, but Verify](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/04/13/calculating-dates/) - Lawyers often need to count days between dates to determine deadlines. A recent discussion on Twitter revealed several tools, some built right into your computer, which can help with this particularly important task. Since deadline related errors are the subject of disciplinary complaints and malpractice claims it is important to get this right! While you
- [Staying Up to Speed on Security](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/09/14/staying-up-to-speed-on-security/) - In the September/October 2021 issue of Law Practice Magazine, Lucian Pera suggests lawyers have an ethical duty to read the news. Why? Because in order to maintain competency in technology, lawyers need to keep up to date with the latest security threats and breaches, be aware of when your firm needs to patch or protect
- [Law Firm Trade Names in NC](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/01/11/law-firm-trade-names-in-nc/) - In April 2021, the NC State Bar removed the requirement to register a law firm trade name for approval from the Rules of Professional Conduct. There are still some stipulations about choosing a trade name, mainly that it not be misleading. While registering a trade name was never onerous, this change may prompt you to
- [A Tale of Two Templates](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/02/28/a-tale-of-two-templates/) - Using templates for word processing documents is a wonderful way to maintain consistent formatting, reduce errors and improve efficiency. However, two “ripped from the headlines” examples serve as reminders of how templates can be a powerful risk management tool or lead to costly and embarrassing risk exposure. What Are Templates? There are many ways to
- [Requesting Files from Clients (Without Email)](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/05/24/requesting-files-from-clients-without-email/) - There are many times you need to ask that your clients send you files. Most everyone knows how to attach files and send via email, but is there a better way? Are there a lot of files? Large files? Do the files hold sensitive information like bank records, taxes, or insurance claims? There are many
- [Expecting the Unexpected](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/06/21/expecting-the-unexpected/) - By Catherine Sanders Reach and Roberta Tepper When lawyers hear the term “succession planning”, many automatically think of planning for retirement or closing a practice due to death or disability. But succession planning encompasses far more than closing. A robust succession plan should include a plan by which the practice or firm can continue to
- [Encrypting Communications](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/07/26/encrypting-communications/) - The security landscape has become overwhelming for many lawyers. The last 10 years have witnessed an increasing awareness that a lack of compliance with security best practices may put lawyers and their clients at elevated risk. The updates to the ABA Model Rules of Professional Conduct in 2012, now adopted by nearly 39 states, served
- [Client Service – Alternatives to Keeping Original Documents](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/08/02/client-service-alternatives-to-keeping-original-documents/) - Returning original documents to clients is now the best practice in law firms. However, when a family member contacts the firm and says, “do you know where my mom’s will is?” or a small business asks “do you have my articles of incorporation” most firms want to be helpful, but the matter is literally out
- [Safety Dance: Securing Your Smartphone](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/10/18/safety-dance-securing-your-smartphone/) - Today’s smartphones are millions of times more powerful than the Apollo 11 guidance computers. While they still can’t take us to the moon, these small but mighty computers give us the world of work (and play) in our pockets. How can you apply protections to ensure that your device is properly secured against exposure of
- [Staying Out of Trouble: Learning from Other Lawyers' Mistakes](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/10/25/staying-out-of-trouble-learning-from-other-lawyers-mistakes/) - Recent news regarding legal mishaps reveals that mistakes can be avoided if proper systems and procedures are in place. For instance, a court ruled that a client forwarding an email to a third party waived privilege. A lawyer was sanctioned for plagiarism of another attorney’s brief. A firm had to file notice of data breach
- [Testing and Training for Cybersecurity in Law Firms](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/11/29/testing-and-training-for-cybersecurity-in-law-firms/) - What should firms be doing to increase their cybersecurity stance right away? What are some of the other ways firms can harden their defenses with PEN testing, zero knowledge architecture and the new FIDO passwordless protocols? How can you keep your team security aware? Join us for a conversation with Conor Egan, security consultant at
- [Tools to Monitor Texts with Clients](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/12/13/tools-to-monitor-texts-with-clients/) - Many clients want to text with their attorneys, but firms may be wary for many reasons. However, there are ways to meet in the middle. Texting reminders of deadlines and appointments, directions, and other short messages may make it easier for clients to be responsive. Attorneys also want to keep a record of these texts,
- [Lessons from the LastPass Breach](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/01/10/lessons-from-the-lastpass-breach/) - LastPass, the popular password manager, has suffered a breach. If you are a LastPass user it is time to decide if you will stay or go. If you stay, what steps should you take to protect your LastPass vault? If you go, where to? What are best practices to consider when using password managers in
- [Redux: Is a Password Enough to Keep Your Sensitive Information Safe?](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/01/24/redux-is-a-password-enough-to-keep-your-sensitive-information-safe/) - Are you using two factor/multi-factor authentication (2FA/MFA)? You should be! Passwords alone are not enough anymore to thwart motivated hackers from accessing your accounts. MFA adds strength to your passwords by using something you know (your username/password) and something you have. However, as we get more sophisticated so do the bad guys. What are today’s
- [Tips for Successful Management of Remote Employees](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/05/30/tips-for-successful-management-of-remote-employees/) - Whether you have a virtual office, have remote or hybrid employees on the team, contract with an outside attorney for overflow, or outsource administrative functions, the way you manage the remote team will differ from how you may manage on-site attorneys and support teams. What tools and tactics will help you confidently manage virtual employees
- [Facebook Page Options for Law Firms and Lawyers](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/05/16/facebook-page-options-for-law-firms-and-lawyers/) - Facebook, the popular social media platform, has many options for businesses as well as individuals. If you or your firm has a Facebook presence, there are some options to consider about how you can leverage this platform effectively and ethically. Is It the Right Place to Be? A law firm Facebook page can help promote
- [Law Firms, Ethics, and Use of Social Media](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/07/21/ethics-and-law-firms-use-of-social-media/) - Many law firms have embraced the use of social media, such as Facebook, to connect with potential clients. Individual lawyers use platforms like LinkedIn and Twitter to share and communicate. With in-person networking and gatherings at a standstill, more firms and lawyers are looking at social platforms to reach out to clients and potential clients.
- [Popular Articles from the CPM ICYMI Newsletter (February 2023 – April 2023)](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/05/09/popular-articles-from-the-cpm-icymi-newsletter-february-2023-april-2023/) - Every week subscribers receive the ICYMI enewsletter from the NCBA Center for Practice Management. The newsletter highlights tips, tools, trends, and techniques to help your law practice. The following are a few popular links from the past issues of the newsletter. Google Is Rolling Out Passkeys, the Password-Killing Tech, to All Accounts 5/5 The promise of the
- [What To Expect from The New MS Outlook](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/05/02/what-to-expect-from-the-new-ms-outlook/) - Microsoft currently has support for multiple versions of Outlook, both professional and home versions – for Mac, PC, browser, subscription, stand-alone, and more. About a year ago the company started to announce that it would be consolidating “One Outlook” to a single version. Now subscribers to MS 365 who use installed Outlook have a preview
- [Tips for Bar Leaders (and Lawyers and Legal Pros)](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/04/18/tips-for-bar-leaders-and-lawyers-and-legal-pros/) - At the recent Bar Leadership Institute and subsequently the NCBA Board of Governors meeting, CPM Director Catherine Sanders Reach shared some tips for productivity and efficiency for busy lawyers and bar volunteers. Like tips? Sign up for the free ICYMI newsletter and follow the CPM blog, From the Center. NCBA members get free consultations and
- [New and Need to Know in LinkedIn](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/04/11/new-and-need-to-know-in-linkedin/) - LinkedIn has recent updates and some features you need to know now if you want to make the best use of this extremely popular social network. How can lawyers and law students put their best foot forward, make real connections and make use of this platform? Read on! Automatically Generated Captions for Videos LinkedIn will
- [3 Little Marketing Hacks for Law Firms](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/03/28/3-little-marketing-hacks-for-law-firms/) - Whether your firm is new or well established, marketing and engagement are often necessary to attract new business. There are many ways to get your name out there and get noticed, including use of social media, SEO (search engine optimization), and brand awareness. The following are three ways to help increase your exposure with images,
- [Gmail Tricks You Can Use](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/03/21/gmail-tricks-you-can-use/) - Gmail is a popular and powerful program. Like MS Outlook there are many not-entirely-obvious tools and shortcuts that can help you manage your email and speed up communications. Read on for a few helpful tips for managing your Gmail. Templates In Gmail you can create templates to save time when you are sending a new
- [Free and Cheap Technology for Thrifty Lawyers](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/03/14/free-and-cheap-technology-for-thrifty-lawyers/) - During the program "Weathering the Storm: Managing Your Firm Through an Economic Downturn" Erik Mazzone and Catherine Sanders Reach presented "Free and Cheap Technology for Thrifty Lawyers". As law practice becomes increasingly technology-oriented, law firms spend on technology has also increased to command an ever-larger share of the budget. We can’t turn back the clock
- [Best Practices for Conflicts Checking Systems](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/06/04/best-practices-for-conflicts-checking-systems/) - In the 2018 Legal Technology Survey Report published by the American Bar Association, fifty-nine percent of solos indicated they had no conflict checking software, while thirty-four percent of lawyers in firms with 2-9 attorneys asserted they had no conflicts checking software available. There are many RPCs and many ethics opinions that contemplate client conflicts, including,
- [Turn on, Tune In, Drop Out](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/06/11/turn-on-tune-in-drop-out/) - Timothy Leary uttered the counter-culture era phrase in 1966 “Turn On, Tune in, Drop Out”. He explained in his autobiography “turn on” means to become more sensitive to your consciousness, “tune in” means to interact with the world around you and “drop out” suggested self-reliance. In the Information Age this advice is just as sound,
- [Automation 101: Merge Form Data into a Document](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/06/18/automation-101-merge-form-data-into-a-document/) - When you collect information from your clients you can automatically insert it into a document! You just have to have the right tools and know how. For instance, if you are creating an estate plan you can take information gathered via an intake form for decendants, property addresses, etc. and insert it - without retyping
- [Simple Steps to Protect Mobile Devices](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/06/25/simple-steps-to-protect-mobile-devices/) - In a mobile world lawyers and their teams can enjoy freedom of movement when answering email, editing a document, or reviewing case notes. However, depending on the contents of the device, the loss or theft of a laptop, tablet, or smartphone may result in data breach or exposure of client confidential information. What can lawyers
- [E-Signing with Adobe Acrobat DC](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/07/09/e-signing-with-adobe-acrobat-dc/) - Update: Adobe just introduced Adobe Sign for Small Business that incorporates the signature features in the free Reader (though the service itself will cost $30 per month as an introductory rate for 1-9 users). Requesting (or applying) an electronic signature is a great way to reduce reliance on paper, toner, and postage. It can help speed
- [(Don’t Do) Death By PowerPoint](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/07/16/dont-do-death-by-powerpoint/) - Microsoft PowerPoint has a bad reputation. Edward Tufte, professor at Yale, bashed the software for elevating format over content. However, whether you are making a pitch to a potential corporate client, preparing an opening statement, or giving a CLE presentation, a visual presentation can go along with your verbal remarks to help engage your audience
- [Ethical Considerations for NC Law Firm Websites*](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/07/23/ethical-considerations-for-nc-law-firm-websites/) - Whether creating or updating a website, law firms in NC have many decisions to make regarding design, function, and purpose. In addition, law firm websites must comply with the provisions of the North Carolina Rules of Professional Conduct that address legal advertising (Rules 7.1 through 7.5), as well as review NC Ethics Opinions regarding Advertising/Solicitation,
- [Make Email Less Dangerous](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/07/30/make-email-less-dangerous/) - It is too easy to do and it happens all the time, most recently in a headline-making gaffe from Uber. You realize, too late, that you sent an email to the wrong recipient. In your personal life, this can be embarrassing. In a law firm it can result in inadvertent disclosure that no disclaimer can
- [What People Are Reading: ICYMI Roundup (June/July)](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/08/06/what-people-are-reading-icymi-roundup-june-july/) - The CPM ICYMI enewsletter brings a brief weekly wrap-up of legal tech and practice management tips, breaking news and useful information. Here are the articles that captured the attention of the readers by top click each week in June/July: Public Speaking Tips for Your Next Presentation A short but helpful piece by Ari Kaplan including
- [Online Document Collaboration with Track Changes](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/08/13/silver-and-gold-online-document-collaboration-and-track-changes/) - Online document collaboration means that instead of emailing documents back and forth to multiple parties you can now send a link and people can edit the document in a browser window - no software necessary! However, while Word Online and Google Docs do maintain versions, they do not show tracked changes. So, how do you
- [Gmail Enhancements and Tips](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/08/20/gmail-enhancements-and-tips/) - Whether you use Gmail for personal correspondence or work, or you use the G Suite, there are lots of features and functions to enhance your use of email. Some of the features in the Spring 2019 update are subtle and some need to be turned on so you can use them. Some you may want
- [Microsoft Outlook Hidden Gems](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/08/27/microsoft-outlook-hidden-gems/) - There are some hidden gems in MS Outlook that can help lawyers use the software more productively. In addition, there are a few invaluable add-ons that can save huge amounts of time in setting up meetings, updating contacts and making quick work of getting emails into their proper folders and out of the inbox. Quick
- [Weathering the Storm: 5 Step Backup Strategy](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/09/03/weathering-the-storm-5-step-backup-strategy/) - Securing and protecting your firm’s data is essential. Client files, important communications, and valuable work product often exist exclusively in digital format today, and thus a major data loss could have catastrophic professional and ethical ramifications. Whether you’re revisiting an existing backup strategy or seriously implementing one for the first time, this five step plan
- [Arsenic and Old Lace: Update Your Technology](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/09/10/arsenic-and-old-lace-update-your-technology/) - The NC Rules of Professional Conduct Rule 1.1 (Competence) comment [8] was updated in 2014 to read: “To maintain the requisite knowledge and skill, a lawyer should keep abreast of changes in the law and its practice, including the benefits and risks associated with the technology relevant to the lawyer’s practice”. One very real risk
- [Avoid Decision Paralysis: Choosing Practice Management Applications](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/09/24/avoid-decision-paralysis-choosing-practice-management-applications/) - Practice management applications are specifically designed to help law firms collect and organize information about clients and matters, give lawyers an “at a glance” status on a matter, run productivity reports, and make short work of many tasks. In the 2019 ABA Legal Technology Survey Report (forthcoming) fifty-three percent of respondents report the availability of case/practice
- [Déjà vu: Do Redaction Right](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/10/01/deja-vu-do-redaction-right/) - Another day, another redaction failure. When a document is redacted it often piques the interest of people because the natural question is “what am I not seeing?”. In court filings, the purpose of redaction is to protect sensitive information, such as social security numbers or the names of minors. In other instances, such as an FOIA
- [Bring the News to You: Feedly](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/09/17/bring-the-news-to-you-feedly/) - Do you try to remember to visit a blog or your favorite news website but you get distracted? Do you subscribe to email newsletters that sit in your inbox until you delete them or forget about them? Do you wish you had a way to have curated content come to you where you can check
- [The Tale of the Stolen Briefcase](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/10/08/the-tale-of-the-stolen-briefcase/) - Your associate walks into the office with a panicked look and tells you that she left her briefcase in her car on the front seat for only a moment to run and get a coffee and when she came back it was gone. In it was her laptop and her smartphone. Your mind races. What
- [Achieve Perfect Recall: Evernote for Current Awareness](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/10/22/achieve-perfect-recall-evernote-for-current-awareness/) - You remember seeing an article that would be a great reference for your client. You try to recall where it was – maybe the Wall Street Journal last week? Did you see it referenced in an email? Social media? Lawyers are bombarded with information all day every day from many sources. In order to accurately
- [Q&A With Fastcase CEO Ed Walters](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/10/15/qa-with-fastcase-ceo-ed-walters/) - By Catherine Sanders Reach NCBA members have access to Fastcase, a robust 50-state legal research database, as a membership benefit. Soon Fastcase will be rolling out a new default version to all members. Fastcase 7 brings all sorts of new features and upgrades. We sat down with Ed Walters, CEO and co-founder of Fastcase, to
- [What People Are Reading: ICYMI Roundup (August/September 2019)](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/10/15/what-people-are-reading-icymi-roundup-august-september-2019/) - The CPM ICYMI enewsletter brings a brief weekly wrap-up of legal tech and practice management tips, breaking news and useful information. Here are the articles that captured the attention of the readers by top click each week in August/September: Tips for Divorce Lawyers to Help Clients Avoid Tech Mistakes It isn’t just lawyers who need
- [Next Level PowerPoint](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/11/05/next-level-powerpoint/) - Once you’ve gotten the basics of using Microsoft PowerPoint down as a tool to help you tell a story, explain a concept, or communicate with your audience, you can begin to explore features and functions to super-charge your presentations. Sophisticated animations, real-time captions, drawing tools, converting a slide deck into a video tutorial and more
- [Secret Shop Your Law Firm](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/11/12/secret-shop-your-law-firm/) - Recently the Clio Trends Report 2019 was released and some of the findings had many lawyers in a state of denial. Clio hired a third-party research company to “shop” for a lawyer and 60% of law firms did not respond to emails at all and 27% did not answer or return phone calls. However, when
- [In the Know: Legal Intelligence](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/10/29/in-the-know-legal-intelligence/) - Getting up to speed and staying up to speed on cutting edge legal information is an ongoing process. You may simply consume the information or you can contribute to it. With the advent of Web 2.0, and the increasingly familiar and trusted experience of participation and sharing on the web through social media, shared content sites
- [Control (Microsoft) Word](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/11/19/control-microsoft-word/) - Microsoft Word is a powerful word processing application, but it can also frustrate users because of formatting issues and re-keying information. Learning a few tips can save you lots of time. Following are a few secret – and simple – weapons to make dealing with a Word document easier. Magic Eraser In Microsoft Word 2007
- [CPM Savings Debut with LawGood](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/11/21/cpm-savings-debut-with-lawgood/) - Drafting contracts is labor-intensive and time-consuming work. It often requires reference to practice resources that can be expensive. As a result, it can be really difficult for lawyers to service cost-conscious clients without significantly discounting their rates or losing money. As part of our new CPM Savings program, we are piloting an extended trial with
- [Writing for Tone and Clarity](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/11/26/writing-for-tone-and-clarity/) - Lawyers write every day. Yet how you express yourself in writing is as important as what you say. Many clients are under duress and need to “hear” the tone of your words when they read. Remember, when working with consumer clients, the average reading level of the U.S. population is 9th grade. Readability is of
- [Why Go to ABA TECHSHOW 2020? 12 Takeaways from ABA TECHSHOW 2019 You Might Have Missed!](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/12/03/why-go-to-aba-techshow-2020-12-takeaways-from-aba-techshow-2019-you-might-have-missed/) - Whether you want to plan tactically or strategically, whether you need the basics or are interested in the next big thing, ABA TECHSHOW 2020 will provide sound information and advice from experts across the legal spectrum on practice management and technology. Registration is open and Early Bird pricing is in effect for ABA TECHSHOW 2020
- [Last-Minute Gift Ideas for the Lawyer(s) in Your Life](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/12/10/last-minute-gift-ideas-for-the-lawyers-in-your-life/) - Perhaps you missed shopping on Black Friday or CyberMonday, or you realized there is another person to buy for this holiday season. Maybe someone has been asking you what you want, but you just haven’t been able to think about it. At this time of year, a number of podcasts and websites compile lists of
- [What People Are Reading: ICYMI Roundup (October - December 2019)](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/12/17/what-people-are-reading-icymi-roundup-october-december-2019/) - The CPM ICYMI enewsletter brings a brief weekly wrap-up of legal tech and practice management tips, breaking news and useful information. Here are the articles that captured the attention of the readers by top click each week in October-December: Last-Minute Gift Ideas for the Lawyer(s) in Your Life Perhaps you missed shopping on Black Friday
- [Measure Twice, Cut Once](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/12/23/measure-twice-cut-once/) - Do you blog? Have a social media presence on LinkedIn for professional purposes? Post videos to YouTube? Does your firm have a Facebook page or Twitter account? How about an email newsletter? If you do any of these potentially rewarding but time-consuming activities it is imperative to measure your reach so that you learn from
- [Top 10 Posts From the Center for 2019](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/12/30/top-10-posts-from-the-center-for-2019/) - The last post on a blog for the year is often one of reflection. Here we will highlight the posts from 2019 with the greatest number of views. Happy New Year and looking forward to sharing more law practice management and technology improvements, tips, and suggestions in the year to come! 1. Control (Microsoft) Word
- [Killing Time or Billing Time?](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/01/07/killing-time-or-billing-time/) - Recently a partner at a firm in Boston was suspended for overbilling. While by all accounts, she was an excellent lawyer and her clients were happy with her work, the methods she used to create her time entries were “inadequate, careless, rushed and error-prone” according to the decision by Justice Frank Gaziano of the Massachusetts
- [Automation in MS Outlook](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/01/14/automation-in-ms-outlook/) - Many lawyers spend a lot of time in Microsoft Outlook. Daily tasks include receiving and responding to email, sending and filing attachments, scheduling appointments, responding to meetings, and updating contacts. The good news is there are lots of ways to add shortcuts and automation to remove some manual steps and focus on reading and responding
- [CPM Question of the Month: January 2020](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/01/21/cpm-question-of-the-month-january-2020/) - Q: Is there a way to set up a rule or otherwise have Outlook provide a warning if an email was sent from someone outside your organization? A: Thanks for asking. It is a rule but is a rule that you apply on the server. If you use the hosted Microsoft Exchange server with Office
- [CPM Tip of the Month: January 2020](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/01/15/cpm-tip-of-the-month-january-2020/) - Control Which Tab in Chrome is Playing Sound Sometimes you have multiple websites open in multiple browser tabs when a video or audio starts playing and all of a sudden you have cacophony in your earbuds. In Chrome 79 if you have multiple tabs open and several of them are playing audio/video simultaneously you can
- [Could Help Desk Software Help Firms Be More Responsive?](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/01/28/industry-cross-over-help-desk-software-for-lawyers/) - Whether you look at the common reasons for malpractice claims and disciplinary complaints or peruse the enlightening Clio Legal Trends Report 2019, one significant reason for client dissatisfaction stems from a lack of communication and responsiveness. A firm can create a process or workflow to deal with client requests or leverage technology to ensure that
- [Responding to Negative Online Reviews](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/02/04/responding-to-negative-online-reviews/) - Your law partner emails you over the weekend and asks, “did you see our Google Reviews?” Not knowing that you even had Google reviews you surf over to find that not only does your firm have 2 out of 5 stars average, but 2 of the reviews are scathing and incorrect. You want to respond
- [PSA: Flu and Coronavirus](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/02/05/psa-flu-and-coronavirus/) - Consider sending the following to your law firm team: We are currently in the middle of the influenza (flu) season. In addition to dealing with the flu virus, we also have coronavirus to be aware of and try to protect ourselves and our loved ones. The flu and coronavirus are both respiratory viruses. It's not
- [Ten Tips To Leverage LinkedIn](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/02/11/ten-tips-to-leverage-linkedin/) - LinkedIn is an online social network where people share information, thoughts, and ideas. In 2019 LinkedIn had 303 million active users per month, with 40% of users visiting the site daily. You can use the platform to connect with colleagues past, present, and future. LinkedIn is a recruitment tool and a job board. It has
- [CPM Question of the Month: February 2020](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/02/10/cpm-question-of-the-month-february-2020/) - Q: I heard you can send an email to a mobile phone which will appear as a text message if you know the service provider. Are there any security risks? Is it different from a regular email? I'd love to use this to communicate with my clients. A: Thanks for asking. It does work and
- [Google Power Tools for Searchers](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/02/18/google-power-tools-for-searchers/) - Google is a powerful search engine for lawyers, helping to find facts and information at incredible speed. Advanced search techniques and many different options to search for news, videos, scholarly articles, and much more make Google almost ubiquitous. Beyond just the search, Google offers some tools and options lawyers should know about to take full advantage
- [CPM Tip of the Month: February 2020](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/02/24/cpm-tip-of-the-month-february-2020/) - Close All Items in MS Outlook Microsoft Outlook software defaults to opening messages, replies, calendar items, and other information in new windows. Sometimes after a busy morning, you may find that you have many, many Outlook messages open. You don't have to close each message individually to shut down Outlook or to get a fresh
- [Hidden Windows 10 Features and Functions](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/02/25/hidden-windows-10-features-and-functions/) - Whether you are new to Windows 10 because you recently upgraded after support for Windows 7 was discontinued, or you haven’t explored more recent updates to the operating system, there are a lot of ways to enhance your computing experience. There are many enhancements including an upgraded clipboard, new screen capture, and dark mode. You
- [Some Tech Tips from ABA TECHSHOW 2020](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/03/03/some-tech-tips-from-aba-techshow-2020/) - That’s a wrap and ABA TECHSHOW 2020 is in the books. The conference ends with a session called “60 in 60” and a panel of speakers provide whimsical, useful and sometimes outrageous tips for lawyers. The following are some tips that might be useful in your practice. Add a Virtual Background in Zoom Consider using
- [Task Management with Microsoft To Do](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/03/24/task-management-with-microsoft-to-do/) - Microsoft To Do is a task management tool that comes with Office 365. It is based on the Wunderlist platform, which Microsoft bought in June 2015. Like all of Office 365, it works in the browser and has apps for desktop and mobile devices. You can create tasks, with rich context including deadlines, reminders, sub-tasks,
- [Somebody’s Watching Me](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/03/31/somebodys-watching-me/) - Many lawyers and legal support staff are working from home, using their laptops, personal smartphones, and online video conferencing to stay connected. These services and devices have features that may be listening and collecting confidential information. Other devices in the home, like webcams, smart TVs, voice-activated assistants, and Internet of Things (IoT) connected hardware, may
- [Publish or Perish: How to Get Published](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/03/10/publish-or-perish-how-to-get-published/) - Do you enjoy writing? Would you like to get published but not sure where to begin? Getting published, whether in a journal, newspaper, or even on your own blog, can be rewarding in a variety of ways. It can help establish you as a thought leader. It can increase your exposure to potential clients and
- [CPM Question of the Month: April 2020](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/03/31/cpm-question-of-the-month-march-2020/) - Q: My office phone services provider helped me forward my office phone to my personal mobile phone. They suggested when I make calls to my clients from my cell that I first dial *67 to block the client from seeing my personal mobile number. Is this a good idea? A: It is great you can
- [CPM Tip of the Month: April 2020](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/03/31/cpm-tip-of-the-month-march-2020/) - If your office has gone remote (or almost remote) consider separating team communication from client communications. Tools for internal team communication include MS Teams (which is free or comes with your Office 365 account), Slack, G-Suite Hangout Chat. You can reduce the email back and forth for intra-firm communication and use these same tools for
- [Managing Internet Bandwidth at Home](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/04/07/managing-internet-bandwidth-at-home/) - Many lawyers are working from home now, and so are their kids, spouses and other family members. That means that most everyone is probably relying on the home Internet router to supply bandwidth. If you find that your internet is running slowly there are some things you can do to reduce your usage and speed
- [Video Conferencing – You Have Options](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/04/14/video-conferencing-you-have-options/) - During a time of social distancing law firms, courts, schools, and more are now meeting via video conference. Zoom rapidly became the platform of choice due to its low price point and ease of use. However, Zoom has been besieged with security issues, many of which are being rapidly addressed. There are still ways to
- [What People Are Reading: ICYMI Roundup (January - April 2020)](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/04/21/what-people-are-reading-icymi-roundup-january-april-2020/) - The CPM ICYMI enewsletter brings a brief weekly wrap-up of legal tech and practice management tips, breaking news and useful information. Here are the articles that captured the attention of the readers by top click each week in January - April 2020: Our Top 5 Tips and Cheats for Outlook Calendar on Windows 10 The
- [10 Tech Tips for Productivity](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/05/05/10-tech-tips-for-productivity/) - Lawyers are immersed in technology more than ever. There are many tips and tricks to get more out of your applications and tools for productivity and time saving. Following are a few ways to make better use of tools you may already have. 1. Use Your Face or Fingerprint to Log Into Windows 10 with
- [Technology Spring Cleaning](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/05/12/technology-spring-cleaning/) - Spring is often the time people clean out closets, declutter their homes, move bulky sweaters to storage and other tasks to celebrate the new season with a fresh start. Lawyers can do some “spring cleaning” on their technology – whether optimizing your devices, adding some automation, or finally unsubscribing from all the unread emails, there
- [Email Marketing with Mailchimp](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/05/19/email-marketing-with-mailchimp/) - Recently a blog post from Hubspot “A Content Marketing Playbook for Times of Crisis” noted that email open rates were 25% higher than pre-pandemic levels. As a communication and marketing tool email is effective, easy to use, and inexpensive. There are many email marketing platforms, and Mailchimp is one of the most popular. If you
- [Zoom Tips for Hosts and Participants](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/05/26/zoom-tips-for-hosts-and-participants/) - By now you have likely participated in or hosted a Zoom or other video conferencing platform meeting. Probably lots of them. But there are still a few hints, tips, and reminders so that you have a professional image and demeanor. You may not be able to always keep your dog from barking or your cat
- [CPM Question of the Month: May 2020](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/05/28/cpm-question-of-the-month-may-2020/) - Q: If I get Microsoft 365 for Business (formerly Office 365) do I have to use OneDrive to store my files in the cloud? A: No, you don’t. You can continue to store your files on your local device, on a file server, in a document management or practice management system, or with the cloud
- [Make Appointments Easy: Meeting Scheduling Tools](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/06/02/make-appointments-easy-meeting-scheduling-tools/) - If scheduling meetings requires that you or someone else in your firm must go back and forth via email or phone calls to negotiation availability, consider using an automated scheduling tool. Whether initial consultations, client meetings, or other appointments, you can make it easy for someone to book time on your calendar – without having
- [Better Ways to Gather Information from Clients (Part 1)](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/06/09/gathering-information-from-clients/) - Whether during pre-screening, intake, or representation your firm will request a lot of information from potential and current clients. There are many tools that can help streamline the process, allow you to gather information efficiently and securely, trigger workflows and let you re-use information so you do not waste time re-keying information to generate documents.
- [Microsoft 365 Power Automate](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/06/23/microsoft-365-power-automate/) - Microsoft 365 users have access to Power Automate (f/k/a Flow) to create automated workflows that can save you time and help with efficiency and productivity in your firm, company or organization. They work with the Microsoft 365 applications, as well as many other applications outside of the Microsoft ecosystem. Once you get the hang of
- [Set it and Regret it: the Power and Pitfalls of Subscriptions](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/07/09/set-it-and-regret-it-the-power-and-pitfalls-of-subscriptions/) - My wife and I had a disagreement the other night, and it was caused by Amazon, faith in the concept of "set it and forget it", and several giant barrels of Utz pretzels. You see, I am what might generously be called a "power user" of Amazon. I like buying stuff and Amazon likes selling
- [Tips from the CPM ICYMI Newsletter](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/07/14/tips-from-the-cpm-icymi-newsletter/) - Every week subscribers receive the ICYMI enewsletter from the NCBA Center for Practice Management. The newsletter highlights tips, tools, trends and techniques to help your law practice. Following are a few popular quick tips from the past issues of the newsletter. How to Help Others Pronounce Your Name Correctly on LinkedIn If your name is
- [Microsoft OneNote: Your Electronic Trapper Keeper](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/07/28/microsoft-one-note-your-electronic-trapper-keeper/) - Law firms have used Microsoft OneNote to help corral firm information both in litigation and in transactional practices. The product is part of the Microsoft 365 suite, but rumors of the demise of the software and other issues may have scared lawyers off from exploring it as an option. Learn the latest on the product
- [CPM Question of the Month: July 2020](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/07/28/cpm-question-of-the-month-july-2020/) - Q: I need an app on my iPhone that converts images (such as photos I take of filed documents in the court house) into a PDF. Do you have any suggestions? A: You may already have something on your phone to do that. See: Top 4 Ways to Convert Any Photo to PDF on iPhone
- [CPM Tip of the Month: July 2020](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/07/28/cpm-tip-of-the-month-july-2020/) - Not all PDFs are created equal, especially when it comes to transferring hyperlinks from the original document. If you have ever spent a substantial amount of time creating a hyperlinked Table of Contents or adding embedded links into a MS Word document then be aware that how you save the Word document to PDF will
- [The Lowdown on NC Lawyers Taking Credit Cards](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/08/04/the-lowdown-on-nc-lawyers-taking-credit-cards/) - There has been a repeated refrain during the pandemic regarding the importance of getting the bills out and getting paid. One bit of advice that is constant is “take credit cards”. But what should a NC lawyer know? What are the options and ethics to consider? Are there other types of e-payments a lawyer can
- [Advanced Acrobat Tips](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/08/11/advanced-acrobat-tips/) - Adobe Acrobat is the de facto standard for law firms. It is used for forms, esignatures, converting Word processing documents to PDF, reviewing discovery files, sharing information, combining multiple documents, redaction, Bates stamping and much more. Tools that let lawyers create and manipulate PDF documents are essential to the paperless office and are the standard
- [LinkedIn Company Page for Law Firms](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/08/18/linkedin-company-page-for-law-firms/) - Does your law firm have a LinkedIn company page? If you have multiple employees with LinkedIn personal profiles your page may be waiting for you to claim it. What are the benefits to having a LinkedIn company page for your law firm? What do you need to do to get started? Read on! Why Get
- [Don’t Overlook Change Management During Tech Upgrades](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/08/25/dont-overlook-change-management-during-tech-upgrades/) - Are you taking your firm to the next level with technology? Moving away from servers and remote access to web-based systems? Switching office systems can inspire excitement in some, but others may try to derail progress. The resisters may ask “if it ain’t broke, why fix it?”. The plan to upgrade your firm's technology should
- [CPM Tip of the Month: August 2020](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/08/24/cpm-tip-of-the-month-august-2020/) - Our computing devices are hurting our eyes. Screen pulsations, screen brightness, blue light, lack of blinking and other byproducts of working on computer can cause eyestrain, eye pain and uncomfortable dry eye. And that is not to mention negatively affecting our circadian rhythms for restful sleep. Computer Vision Syndrome come from prolonged computer, table, ereader
- [CPM Question of the Month: August 2020](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/08/24/cpm-question-of-the-month-august-2020/) - Q: I have some office space I would like to lease to another attorney. What is the best way to do that? A: Consider posting to your NCBA section communities forums to get the word out. There is a company called LawSpaceMatch that provides listings on a national scale for lawyers to list space for
- [How to Identify a Phishing Attempt and Thwart It](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/09/01/how-to-identify-a-phishing-attempt-and-thwart-it/) - Hackers will always exploit a crisis. Opening or clicking on one link in a phishing email sent to your firm can have disastrous effects. It is not just email either, they come from phone calls, texts, messaging services, and more. Learn how to identify the tell-tale signs of phishing, what you should do to minimize
- [A Survey Tool for Gathering Client Information](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/09/08/a-survey-tool-for-gathering-client-information/) - Do you want a way to gather information from clients easily and securely? Sending a MS Word document requires that the client has the appropriate software to fill it out and can be frustrating. PDF forms are often hard to create and clunky. JotForm is a secure, easy, and functional tool that lets you convert
- [Do's and Don’ts for Your Firm Facebook Page](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/09/15/dos-and-donts-for-your-firm-facebook-page/) - A law firm Facebook page can help promote the firm’s work and connect you with potential and existing clients. There are some best practices and cautions to keep in mind when leveraging this social media platform. What are some of the do's and don'ts to consider? Facebook is used by three billion people worldwide. If
- [The Power of Speech: Voice Options in MS Word](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/09/22/the-power-of-speech-voice-options-in-ms-word/) - Microsoft 365 has a lot of options for interacting with the spoken word. Native tools in the Microsoft 365 office suite let you dictate a document or email. If you are used to recording your notes or capturing audio from a meeting and asking your support staff to transcribe it, now you can upload the
- [Tip of the Month: September 2020](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/09/23/tip-of-the-month-september-2020/) - Tip of the Month: Out of Office Auto Responses If you send an email newsletter you will usually get quite a few automated out of office responses. Inevitably one, if not more, of the responses indicate the person is out of the office referencing dates in the past. For instance, an Out of Office (OoO)
- [Tips from the CPM ICYMI Newsletter (July-September 2020)](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/09/29/tips-from-the-cpm-icymi-newsletter-july-september-2020/) - Every week subscribers receive the ICYMI enewsletter from the NCBA Center for Practice Management. The newsletter highlights tips, tools, trends, and techniques to help your law practice. Following are a few popular quick tips from the past issues of the newsletter. How to Enable Ransomware Protection Feature on Windows 10 If you have a computer running
- [(More) MS Word Tips for Lawyers](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/10/06/more-ms-word-tips-for-lawyers/) - Microsoft Word is an enormously powerful application and is used by lawyers and their teams every single day. The program has many “hidden” features that are especially useful for lawyers. Following are some hints and tricks for leveraging this powerful tool in your practice to speed up your work and streamline your efforts. Custom Tabs/Groups
- [Power in Your Palm: Microsoft Outlook and Office Apps](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/10/13/power-in-your-palm-microsoft-outlook-and-office-apps/) - If you are a Microsoft 365 user then getting the Outlook and Office app on your smart phone is an easy decision. Built for what you need from your small screen, these apps provide an amazing amount of functionality, including scanning, signatures, managing your calendar and far more. MS Outlook App Sure, you can get
- [Tip of the Month: October 2020](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/10/22/tip-of-the-month-october-2020/) - Pre-screening Clients Before Intake/Initial Consultation Do you pre-screen before you request information for intake and initial consultation? Pre-screening questions may include determining if the matter is something your firm handles, whether the potential client has previously hired a lawyer (or fired a lawyer) for this matter, whether they can afford your services, whether there is
- [How Law Firms Can Take Advantage of Microsoft 365](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/10/27/how-law-firms-can-take-advantage-of-microsoft-365/) - This guest post is written by Hannah Rose at Dynamic Quest, one of the CPM Connect partners. Law firms are seeking out tools that help streamline and improve productivity. With innovation in cloud services and software development, specialized applications can help your law firm grow and succeed in the long-term. Incorporating cloud computing into your
- [Essential Technology for the Remote Office](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/11/03/essential-technology-for-the-paperless-office/) - Whether you are taking your firm paperless, practicing virtually or working remotely the tools for success are remarkably similar. What technology is essential to reducing paper in your office while also providing the flexibility to work at home, in the office and while mobile? The right mix of hardware and software can help! Hardware Laptop
- [I Need Some Help! Virtual Assistance for Law Firms](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/11/10/i-need-some-help-virtual-assistance-for-law-firms/) - Feeling a little overwhelmed? Do you need some help but not ready to hire full time or part time in your firm? Whether it is getting bills out, reviewing documents, getting the phones answered, or responding to clients there are many services for law firms that can help! Choose from contract attorneys, virtual assistants and
- [Microsoft Edge Browser – New and Improved](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/11/17/microsoft-edge-browser-new-and-improved/) - Tom Mighell – tech blogger, podcaster, author, and lawyer – recently tweeted that he was using Microsoft’s Edge browser more often than Google Chrome. Intriguing. What makes Edge a contender in the browser space? Should you switch from Chrome? What is new and improved? And what features are especially useful for lawyers? What is so
- [6 Automation Tips to Revolutionize Your Document Workflows](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/12/08/6-automation-tips-to-revolutionize-your-document-workflows/) - This guest post is written by Jac McQueeney, Senior Business Technology Consultant at Hendrix Business Systems, one of the CPM Connect partners. Let’s start from the top. You are a lawyer. You went to school to be proficient in your practice area and spent more time than you care to admit to loved ones building
- [Tips from the CPM ICYMI Newsletter (October- December 2020)](https://www.ncbar.org/2020/12/15/tips-from-the-cpm-icymi-newsletter-october-december-2020/) - Every week subscribers receive the ICYMI enewsletter from the NCBA Center for Practice Management. The newsletter highlights tips, tools, trends, and techniques to help your law practice. Following are a few popular quick tips from past issues of the newsletter. Microaggressions Look Different When We’re Working Remotely Part of being inclusive includes understanding and avoiding microaggressions. This
- [Lists in Microsoft 365](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/01/05/lists-in-microsoft-365/) - In September 2020 Microsoft rolled out Lists in Teams for MS 365 subscribers. With Lists now in Teams, as well as in SharePoint and in a stand-alone interface, what can this product do for law firms? Lists can help a law firm track issues, manage tasks across the firm, provide transparency on workflows and more.
- [Seven Time Management Tips to Start Doing Today](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/01/12/seven-time-management-tips-to-start-doing-today/) - Welcome to 2021! Many people start out the year with a list of resolutions which often include getting on top of deadlines, improving work/life balance, and working out more often. This list of time management tips can help with the first two and the extra time can be devoted to adding exercise back into your
- [CPM Question of the Month: January 2021](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/01/12/cpm-question-of-the-month-january-2021/) - Q: I need to replace my now obsolete Hasler WJ20 postage meter. I have a low volume of mail. I am working from home and have some occasional contract paralegals. However, I do need a record, in the form of a postmark, as proof of mailing. Would you please point me in the right direction
- [Checklist: Essential Elements of Law Firm Websites](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/01/18/checklist-essential-elements-of-law-firm-websites/) - Whether you are creating your firm website or updating it, keep this checklist of essential elements and best practices in mind to make sure that you are putting your best (digital) foot forward when someone visits your domain. There are thousands of great articles and experts on law firm website design, but make sure you
- [Zoom Updates You Should Know About](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/01/26/zoom-updates-you-should-know-about/) - Zoom is constantly updating their software, making improvements and adding features. If you have a paid Zoom account to get the latest updates you will need to open the software and click on your avatar in the upper right corner and then “Check for Updates” to make sure you have the latest security enhancement and
- [How Can Lawyers Use Google Maps?](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/02/02/how-can-lawyers-use-google-maps/) - Google Maps is especially useful for getting directions and traffic updates and finding local businesses such as restaurants and more in proximity to a certain location. It can even provide voice guidance to help walk around an unfamiliar city. But, really, that is the tip of the iceberg. Google Maps could help you look at
- [Microsoft 365 versus Google Workspace](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/02/09/microsoft-365-versus-google-workspaces/) - As law firms steadily move more of their office technology into the cloud, they may find themselves faced with a question about which office productivity suite to use. Microsoft 365 may seem the obvious choice for firms upgrading from the traditional Office suite and mail/file servers. However, Google has been keeping up in this area
- [Microsoft OneDrive Explained](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/02/16/microsoft-onedrive-explained/) - There are many ways to store and share documents online. Box, Dropbox, ShareFile, and Google Drive are but a few of the popular products. For firms using Microsoft 365 you already have an online document storage tool built in – MS OneDrive. What can you do with OneDrive, what are the pros and cons, what
- [Practical and Tactical Tech Tips](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/02/22/practical-and-tactical-tech-tips/) - Every week subscribers receive the ICYMI enewsletter from the NCBA Center for Practice Management. The newsletter highlights tips, tools, trends, and techniques to help your law practice. Following are a few quick tips from past issues of the newsletter, highlighting tech know-how you can use today! How to Compress Images in Microsoft PowerPoint Many presentations
- [Six Marketing Tips You Can Do Today](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/03/02/six-marketing-tips-you-can-do-today/) - Whether your firm has been established for 15 years or 5 days, law firms need to market their services to stay top of mind with potential clients, referral sources and former clients. There are lots of free or low cost tools you can use to make sure that you are getting the word out. Of
- [What’s on the Horizon for Law Firms in 2021?](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/03/16/whats-on-the-horizon-for-law-firms-in-2021/) - by Sharon D. Nelson, Esq. and John W. Simek © 2021 Sensei Enterprises, Inc. Jim Calloway, Director of the Oklahoma Bar Association’s Management Program, frequently speaks with us about the future of law. Recently, Jim recorded a Legal Talk Network podcast with Sharon which bears the same name as this article. You can find the
- [Notifications in MS Teams](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/03/23/notifications-in-ms-teams/) - If your firm has started using Microsoft Teams you will want to make sure you do not miss something important. There are many settings you can customize to get notifications in the app and via email so you can keep up with important messages and events even if you are not logged into Teams. Settings
- [Turn Emails into Calendared Events in An Instant](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/04/06/turn-emails-into-calendared-events-in-an-instant/) - If you use an electronic calendar, especially if you share that calendar with support staff or with clients via a booking link, you know that you need to keep it meticulously up to date. Many events on your calendar start life as an email. We will explore effortless ways to turn email messages into calendared
- [How to Use Microsoft Teams Channels](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/04/19/how-to-use-microsoft-teams-channels/) - Introduced in March 2017, Teams added internal chat and video/audio conferencing to Microsoft 365. In the early days, sorting out the different use cases for Microsoft’s Groups, Teams, and Yammer applications was a little confusing, but Teams seems to have come out ahead as the place for communication and group work. In addition to communications,
- [Help Me, Help You: Getting Clients to Do Their Homework](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/04/27/help-me-help-you-getting-clients-to-do-their-homework/) - In most practices, your ability to successfully represent your client depends on the willingness of your client to help you. You will need information and documentation from your client. They will need to take action and meet deadlines for you to move their matter forward. However, many attorneys express frustration because their clients will drop
- [Tips from the CPM ICYMI Newsletter (February - April 2021)](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/05/03/tips-from-the-cpm-icymi-newsletter-february-april-2021/) - Every week subscribers receive the ICYMI enewsletter from the NCBA Center for Practice Management. The newsletter highlights tips, tools, trends, and techniques to help your law practice. Following are a few popular links from the past issues of the newsletter. How to Free Up Space on Your iPhone A step-by-step guide to freeing up space on your
- [Time to Manage Videoconferencing](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/05/10/time-to-manage-videoconferencing/) - In a post-COVID work world, will videoconferencing become outdated? Likely not. While much has been learned about using videoconferencing for law practice, in the courtroom and in law school, there are some potential improvements to be made with how a law firm manages its use of videoconferencing now and in the future. Meeting Best Practices
- [Stop Emailing Attachments](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/05/17/stop-emailing-attachments/) - Every day you probably attach a document (or two) to an email, send it and move along. However, there are a lot of options for sending documents elec­tronically that are far better than attachments. Most law firms have several products designed to securely send doc­uments, collaborate, review, and collect information. Before you reflexively attach a
- [Getting the Most from Your LinkedIn Profile](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/05/25/getting-the-most-from-your-linkedin-profile/) - You may have a LinkedIn profile but have not updated it in a while. You may not actively visit the platform or engage with other users. LinkedIn is not the biggest social network, with 722 million users globally versus Instagram's 1 billion users, but that doesn't it mean it isn't a great place to connect
- [Ten Tips to Speed Up Your Work](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/05/31/ten-tips-to-speed-up-your-work/) - There are so many ways to save yourself keystrokes and headaches while you are using your computer, whether dealing with email, opening a website, sharing information, requesting information, or interacting with social media. Following are just a few tips that can help you speed activities up for little to no cost. 1. Add Apps to
- [SimplyFile Add-on for MS Outlook](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/06/08/simplyfile-add-on-for-ms-outlook/) - If you are a Microsoft Outlook user and you have dozens and dozens of folders to help keep your inbox clean and your emails organized you know that moving those emails to the appropriate folder can be quite the task, especially if you have nested folders. SimplyFile from TechHit can help by “learning” your folder
- [Android Tips for Lawyers](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/06/15/android-tips-for-lawyers/) - According to the 2017 ABA Legal Technology Survey Report iPhones are the mobile devices in the hands of most lawyers at nearly 75%. However, around 23% were using Android devices. While some advice on best practices and tips for smartphones are the same, there are some apps and tips unique to Android that are worth
- [Sanity Savers: Essential Settings for Online Scheduling Tools](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/06/29/sanity-savers-essential-settings-for-online-scheduling-tools/) - If you use an online scheduling tool like Calendly, Accuity, Bookings, or Doodle then you know that having the ability to let people find a time that works with their schedule and automatically set up a meeting saves a TON of time. However, there are some settings to consider so that whether you share the
- [Avoiding Headaches: The Problem Client](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/07/06/avoiding-headaches-the-problem-client/) - Every lawyer has had to deal with a problem client (or two). Over the years you learn from experience how to spot them and when to fire them. What are the warning signs of a problem client? What can you do in pre-intake and intake to identify potential issues? Assiduous use of agreement letters can
- [Client Selection: How to Red Flag High-Risk Clients (Including Relatives) And Build a Solid Client Base](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/07/06/client-selection-how-to-red-flag-high-risk-clients-including-relatives-and-build-a-solid-client-base/) - Guest Post by Jim Calloway, Director of the Oklahoma Bar Association Management Assistance Program Veteran lawyers have hopefully learned what clients to avoid representing. Today we will discuss some warning signs of potential problem clients. Unfortunately, no such treatment can be completely exhaustive. When a client exhibits several of these warning signs, however, it is appropriate
- [Improving Retention of Employees](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/07/12/improving-retention-of-employees/) - Guest Post by Rosario Canales and Nikki D Green from Ave Staffing. Finding the right people to staff your firm can be tedious - and retaining them can be just as difficult. As recruiters, we are very conscious of hiring with intentions of high retention. Firm culture, communication, personality fit, and compensation packages are what
- [Red Flags: Avoiding the Bad Client](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/07/12/red-flags-avoiding-the-bad-client/) - Guest Post by John D. Kitch At one time or another each one of us has taken on clients who became disasters. It may have been because our rent was due, and the clients had enough up-front money to cover it. It may have been because we felt sorry for them. It may have been
- [MS Planner: Simple Project Management Tool](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/07/20/ms-planner-simple-project-management-tool/) - If you have explored tools to create task lists, with assignments and deadlines, you know that there are a whole lot of options on the market. If you are curious if a project management tool would help your firm stay on top of multiple matters from a task-based perspective, as well as monitor your team's
- [Options for Law Office Phone Systems](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/07/27/options-for-law-office-phone-systems/) - Whether you are looking to add more remote capabilities, add business texting to your communications mix, incorporate video conferencing or just know that your phone system is running on fumes, there are a lot of choices for phone systems for law offices that can increase stability and provide lots of options. What should a firm
- [Tips from the CPM ICYMI Newsletter (May – July 2021)](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/08/02/tips-from-the-cpm-icymi-newsletter-may-july-2021/) - Every week subscribers receive the ICYMI enewsletter from the NCBA Center for Practice Management. The newsletter highlights tips, tools, trends, and techniques to help your law practice. Following are a few popular links from the past issues of the newsletter. Update Your iPhone, iPad, Mac Immediately, Apple Warns (July 30, 2021) If you have not yet updated
- [Set Up Gmail or Outlook to Look Like the Other](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/08/10/set-up-gmail-or-outlook-to-look-like-the-other/) - If you recently switched from using Gmail or MS Outlook and miss some of the features and layout of your familiar email application, there are some things that you can do to make Gmail look more like Outlook (or make Outlook look more like Gmail). The interfaces to these two popular email programs are vastly
- [Lessons from A Cautionary Tale in the Era of Efiling](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/08/17/lessons-from-a-cautionary-tale-in-the-era-of-efiling/) - Recently the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals refused to reinstate a lawsuit tossed after the plaintiff’s attorney didn’t respond to a motion for summary judgment because the attorney missed an email. The lawyer didn’t see the emailed notice because the email landed in a different folder, despite all the others finding their way into the
- [Heightened Discipline for Wire Fraud](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/08/24/heightened-discipline-for-wire-fraud/) - In a recent LinkedIn post Patrick Brown, director of information security at Lawyers Mutual, noted that the Fall 2021 North Carolina State Bar Journal has an all-caps message on page 24 from the Grievance Committee stating “… that lawyers who fail to take adequate precautions to protect against wire fraud scams can expect imposition of more
- [The Wonderful World of Podcasts](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/08/31/the-wonderful-world-of-podcasts/) - Podcasts are serial audio programs on a vast range of topics that you can subscribe to and listen at your leisure. While you can listen to them on a browser, there are podcasts players that provide more bells and whistles for your mobile device. What podcasts cover practice management topics? What if you want to
- [Defensive Calendaring](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/09/07/defensive-calendaring/) - Do you feel like your calendar is under constant bombardment with meetings, events, client consultations and to-dos? Do you know how to effectively leverage electronic calendars such as Google Calendar or Microsoft Outlook to block and tackle for time? Apply some defensive calendaring techniques and tips to effectively coordinate meetings with multiple people, allow people
- [Starting and Building a Niche Practice](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/09/21/starting-and-building-a-niche-practice/) - Have you ever considered a niche practice? What is it? Can it be profitable? How do you market it? Watch this video interview with John Szymankiewicz from the Beer Law Center to hear how he got the idea to focus his representation on breweries and distilleries, the rewards and challenges, and his advice if you
- [Is It Time to Hire a Recruiter?](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/09/28/is-it-time-to-hire-a-recruiter/) - Guest Post by Rosario Canales and Nikki D Green from Ave Staffing Regardless of the size of your firm, it's important to know when to work with a recruiter. It’s essential to know how to staff on your own, but at times it can become difficult for several reasons. Here are some reasons you
- [Tips from the CPM ICYMI Newsletter (August – September 2021)](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/10/05/tips-from-the-cpm-icymi-newsletter-august-september-2021/) - Every week subscribers receive the ICYMI enewsletter from the NCBA Center for Practice Management. The newsletter highlights tips, tools, trends, and techniques to help your law practice. Following are a few popular links from the past issues of the newsletter. Technology Competence for Every Lawyer (October 01, 2021) Jim Calloway points out that the comment to Rule
- [The Cost of Not Upgrading Technology](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/10/12/the-cost-of-not-upgrading-technology/) - Many law firms put off upgrading and replacing outdated software and hardware because of the cost and disruption. However, putting off purchasing replacement hardware and updating your operating systems, server software, and mission critical systems until they are outdated and insecure will cost far more eventually. The delay in upgrades and replacements will have a
- [Do You Own Your Firm’s Web Presence?](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/10/19/do-you-own-your-firms-web-presence/) - A recent lawsuit involving the control of a popular social media profile serves as a reminder to law firms and business owners to make sure that their web presence – including websites, social media profiles, domain names, and Google profiles – are owned and controlled by the firm. Considerations regarding admin rights, logins, fine print
- [What’s New with Microsoft To Do?](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/10/26/whats-new-with-microsoft-to-do/) - Microsoft continues to improve MS To-Do, the app they purchased from Wunderlist in June 2015. While you can get MS To Do as a free stand-alone product, integrations with MS Planner, MS Teams and expanded integrations with MS Outlook/Exchange in the MS 365 suite mean that you have more intelligent suggestions for what should go
- [A Recruiter's Thoughts on Resigning Without Having a Job Lined Up](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/11/02/a-recruiters-thoughts-on-resigning-without-having-a-job-lined-up/) - Guest Post by Rosario Canales and Nikki D Green from Ave Staffing Have you ever felt so frustrated at your current position that you have seriously considered throwing in the towel? Have you ever felt that although you don't have a plan B to resort to, the feeling of quitting feels very tempting? Perhaps you had
- [Feedback Loops: Performance Evaluations in Law Firms](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/11/09/feedback-loops-performance-evaluations-in-a-law-firm/) - Does your firm have employee reviews for the support team and associates? Is there a system in place to provide regular performance evaluations? Do you have a way for support staff and associates to offer feedback on supervising and managing attorneys? Without regular reviews any disciplinary actions or termination may feel baseless and personal. A
- [What’s New in MS PowerPoint?](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/11/16/whats-new-in-ms-powerpoint/) - You can use a slide deck for enhancing your opening and closing statements, educating an audience, or persuading a client. The MS PowerPoint software is feature rich and you can do far more than just use it during a live presentation. Because subscribers to Microsoft 365 receive constant updates to the software here are a
- [Gift Buying Guides for the Lawyers in Your Life](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/11/30/gift-buying-guides-for-the-lawyers-in-your-life/) - We have been told to purchase gifts early this year due to delayed shipping and supply chain woes. If you have not started purchasing gifts for those on your list, or you have not put together your wish list for those who keep asking, here is a roundup of the gifts for lawyers blog posts
- [Off the Hook: When Phone Calls Become Nightmares](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/12/07/off-the-hook-when-phone-calls-become-nightmares/) - You have a thriving practice. Almost too thriving. The phone is constantly ringing. Clients say that you are not responding to calls, but they often do not leave a message. Your team is overwhelmed. Is there some way to help deal with the incessant and time-consuming phone communication? Outsourcing If you do not have a
- [Showing Value in Billing Descriptions](https://www.ncbar.org/2021/12/14/showing-value-in-billing-descriptions/) - Have you ever had a client write down a bill? Or question an amount? Your bill is one of your most important client communications. Find ways to show the value of the work you do for clients, follow best practices for billing and send invoices that clients pay without question. You can also develop standardized
- [Exposed! What Lawyers Need to Know About Metadata](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/01/04/exposed-what-lawyers-need-to-know-about-metadata/) - In the early 2000s many lawyers were horrified to find that their documents could reveal more than they meant to share. In addition to forgetting to remove comments and track changes, Microsoft and PDF documents have file properties that reveal everything from author to editing times to file location. There are many ethics opinions that
- [Esign on the Dotted Line](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/01/18/esign-on-the-dotted-line/) - Have you ever sent an engagement agreement to a potential client, never to hear from them again? Waited on the mail to get a signed document so you can move the matter forward? Sent an MS Word document or image only PDF to a client for signature? In addition to improving your client-centric focused practice,
- [Tips from the CPM ICYMI Newsletter (October 2021 – January 2022)](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/01/25/tips-from-the-cpm-icymi-newsletter-october-2021-january-2022/) - Every week subscribers receive the ICYMI enewsletter from the NCBA Center for Practice Management. The newsletter highlights tips, tools, trends, and techniques to help your law practice. Following are a few popular links from the past issues of the newsletter. Judge Disparaged Lawyer, Apparently Unaware of Livestream: 'Can You Imagine Waking Up Next to Her Every Day?'
- [Balance and Tone in Automated Responses](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/02/01/balance-and-tone-in-automated-responses/) - Whether it is your voicemail greeting, email auto-response, or automatically appended disclaimers, have you reviewed these messages for tone and customer-centricity? Are you using online calendars to schedule meetings? You may be trying to increase immediate responses and let people know how you communicate, but the tone may deliver a message you do not intend.
- [CPM Question of the Month Roundup](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/02/08/cpm-question-of-the-month-roundup/) - Many of the questions answered by the Center for Practice Management inspire blog posts for From the Center. Here is a compilation of blog posts that answer specific questions or are inspired by NCBA members' queries. Got a question for CPM? Get in touch! Q: If I get Microsoft 365 for Business (formerly Office 365)
- [Picture This: Timeline Graphic Tools for Communication](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/02/15/picture-this-timeline-graphic-tools-for-communication/) - The human brain processes visuals faster than text. Whether you are creating a persuasive argument, informing clients about a matter, keeping your team on track, or want to add visual interest to your website or social media, a timeline can provide a lot of information at a glance. Learn how to create timeline graphics with
- [Are There Alternatives to Email?](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/02/22/are-there-alternatives-to-email/) - Are you overwhelmed with the back and forth of email, including managing it (filtering, storing, searching)? While we may not be getting rid of email any time soon, there are other tools that can reduce your reliance on email for electronic communications and help reduce the number of emails you send and receive. Alternatives for
- [Expand MS 365 with Add-ins and Integrations](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/03/08/expand-ms-365-with-add-ins-and-integrations/) - Microsoft 365 has so many features and functions it is overwhelming. Yet, there are hundreds (thousands) of add-ins and integrations to expand MS Office and the MS 365 suite of programs. What add-ins are useful for lawyers? Are they safe? How do I find them? Below are the answers to those questions plus several business
- [MS Office Hack: The Quick Access Toolbar](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/03/15/ms-office-hack-the-quick-access-toolbar/) - If you live in Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel you can customize the Ribbon with the QAT (Quick Access Toolbar) to add contextual commands at your fingertips. How can you take advantage of this feature, including use of the particularly useful “Commands Not in the Ribbon”? Read on! What is the Quick Access Toolbar
- [I Quit: Checklists for Departing Attorneys/Staff](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/03/22/i-quit-checklist-for-departing-attorneys-staff/) - If an attorney or support team member is terminated or quits, law firms should have a checklist of items that need to be acted on to ensure that firm and client data is not compromised and ensure client needs are met. Offboarding Checklists Most firms and businesses hold exit interviews. However, that is just one
- [Tools for Email Marketing](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/03/29/tools-for-email-marketing/) - Whether you want to start an email marketing campaign or an email newsletter, there are a variety of tools for the job. According to the Content Marketing Institute’s 2020 B2C Benchmarks, Budgets, and Trends report, email newsletters are some of the highest performing content types for securing and nurturing leads. Once you get into a
- [DIY File Naming Conventions and Folder Structure](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/04/05/diy-file-naming-conventions-and-folder-structure/) - If your firm does not have a document management system (application), then it is likely that you have file and folder naming conventions and procedures. What are the best practices, how do you get people to follow them and how can your existing technology help? The Basics Many law firms share and store electronic documents
- [10 Tech Tips for Bar Leaders](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/04/07/10-tech-tips-for-bar-leaders/) - Whether you are a Bar Association leader, active in your bar association, or just like productivity tips for your computer and smartphone, peruse these tips from the recent Bar Leadership Institute 2022 held in Chicago by the ABA Division for Bar Services. When Should I Leave? If you use the Google Maps app you can
- [Good Backup Is Good Business Continuity](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/04/19/good-backup-is-good-business-continuity/) - Securing and protecting your firm’s data are essential. Client files, important communications, and valuable work product often exist exclusively in digital format today, and thus a major data loss could have catastrophic professional and ethical ramifications. Whether you are creating a plan for business continuity that contemplates natural disasters, fabricated disasters, pandemics, or other things
- [Trying Out LinkedIn Newsletters](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/04/26/trying-out-linkedin-newsletters/) - If you have been wondering how to continue to leverage LinkedIn for thought leadership and connecting with colleagues and clients could the newsletter option work for you? Like any newsletter it is a commitment, but it might be worth the time invested. This is a new feature; in this post we will dive into the
- [Quick Parts: The Good, the Bad, and the Alternative](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/05/03/quick-parts-the-good-the-bad-and-the-alternative/) - Microsoft Word and Outlook have a feature called “Quick Parts”. You can save selected text into a library and insert it into emails and documents. It works well with MS Word templates as a clause library to select and reuse text and images. Quick Parts are powerful and can save a lot of time. However,
- [Rock, Paper, Scissors: Shredding Options for Old Files](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/05/10/rock-paper-scissors-shredding-options-for-old-files/) - Whether you are preparing for retirement, already retired, or just cleaning up old files that have long passed the retention period you probably have some documents that need shredding. What are the ethical requirements and the practical realities of shredding old legal documents? Read on! Keep, Toss, or Shred? In a private law firm records
- [Tips from the CPM ICYMI Newsletter (February 2022 – May 2022)](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/05/17/tips-from-the-cpm-icymi-newsletter-february-2022-may-2022/) - Every week subscribers receive the ICYMI enewsletter from the NCBA Center for Practice Management. The newsletter highlights tips, tools, trends, and techniques to help your law practice. The following are a few popular links from the past issues of the newsletter. DIY Text Message Capture (January 28, 2022) If you have ever attempted to preserve text
- [How to Identify a Phishing Attempt and Thwart It (Video)](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/05/31/how-to-identify-a-phishing-attempt-and-thwart-it-video/) - On May 18, 2022 the CPM Learning Objective online seminar was called How to Identify a Phishing Attempt and Thwart It. Opening or clicking on one link in a phishing email sent to your firm can have disastrous effects. It is not just email either, they come from phone calls, texts, messaging services, and more.
- [Product Watch: Notion: An All-in-One Solution?](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/06/06/product-watch-notion-an-all-in-one-solution/) - What is Notion? Notion wants to bring the “duct-taped” tools that include email, document editors, databases, task management and more into one product. Notion lets you collaborate, annotate, store, search, generate and manage tasks, documents, workflows, and information. It can be used by an individual or as a team. They further describe it as a
- [Three Personal Knowledge Management Tips for MS 365 Subscribers](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/06/14/three-personal-knowledge-management-tips-for-ms-365-subscribers/) - If you subscribe to the Business Standard or Premium versions of Microsoft 365 there are many features that can be useful to your law firm. Other Microsoft products, like Bing and Edge, are supercharged when you are logged in with your business subscription. Here are three ways you can get see a daily dashboard of
- [Ten Tips for Time Management](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/06/28/ten-tips-for-time-management/) - You cannot manage time. You can’t make it faster, slower, or create more of it. However, you can manage yourself, your focus, and your priorities. What results are you trying to achieve by controlling how you use the time you have more effectively? From triaging priorities to task management to controlling interruptions, we will explore
- [What’s New with Google’s Gmail and Docs?](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/07/12/whats-new-with-googles-gmail-and-docs/) - Gmail and Google Docs are rolling out some big changes. These include new features in Docs, a new interface in Gmail, offline access and more. If you use Gmail and Google Docs for home or work, read on to find out what is new with these products. New Gmail Interface For Google Workspace users, and
- [Let's Automate: Easy Automation Tips](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/07/19/lets-automate-easy-automation-tips/) - Automation is a big buzzword in the legal technology world. There are many tools a law firm can use to streamline processes, reduce administrative hassles and improve efficiency. With so many ways to apply automation to your firm’s daily activities it may seem a little overwhelming. While there are some very sophisticated products that can
- [Popular Articles from the CPM ICYMI Newsletter (May 2022 – August 2022)](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/08/09/74862/) - Every week subscribers receive the ICYMI enewsletter from the NCBA Center for Practice Management. The newsletter highlights tips, tools, trends, and techniques to help your law practice. Following are a few popular links from the past issues of the newsletter. How to Make Google Chrome Faster (May 20, 2022) If you are a Google Chrome user, you
- [Considerations When Moving to a New Computer](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/09/06/considerations-when-moving-to-a-new-computer/) - If you are a solo or small firm with little IT help, then moving your information from an old computer to a new computer may seem daunting. But, even with little technical skill you can do it! Whether you have most applications and data stored in the cloud or if everything is installed on the
- [Silo Busting: Sharing Client Emails within the Firm](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/09/13/silo-busting-sharing-client-emails-within-the-firm/) - A lot of valuable information is passed to and received from clients via email. The problem is that the email communication a.) may need to be shared among others in the firm b.) is stored in each recipient’s mailbox. The good news is that there are a variety of ways to ensure client communications are
- [Smile for the Camera: Leverage the Power of Video](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/10/04/smile-for-the-camera-leverage-the-power-of-video/) - Are you creating and sharing videos to strengthen your brand, educate clients, or explain legal concepts? You don’t have to pay for a high-cost video production company. Today’s videos are all about DIY! You probably have a lot of the necessary basic equipment – now you just need the know-how. From your website to social
- [Popular Articles from the CPM ICYMI Newsletter (August 2022 – October 2022)](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/10/31/popular-articles-from-the-cpm-icymi-newsletter-august-2022-october-2022/) - Every week subscribers receive the ICYMI enewsletter from the NCBA Center for Practice Management. The newsletter highlights tips, tools, trends, and techniques to help your law practice. The following are a few popular links from the past issues of the newsletter. The Next Big Security Threat Is Staring Us in The Face. Tackling It Is
- [Protecting Portable Devices](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/11/08/protecting-portable-devices/) - All firm-owned portable computing and storage devices used for firm business should be secured with encryption. Malpractice and cyber liability insurance applications are increasingly asking for information about how firms are securing data, including device encryption. If your firm works with clients in the financial or health-care sectors they may request an audit, or evidence
- [Outlook Life Savers](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/11/15/outlook-life-savers/) - You use email every day. If you use Microsoft’s Outlook for email you have a lot of power built into the program. Following are a few tips for finding email attachments quickly, save .msg files and rename them, surface a folder you might have deleted or lost, how to use the Dictate tool if you
- [Gift Buying Guides for Lawyers and Law Students](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/12/05/gift-buying-guides-for-lawyers-and-law-students/) - It is that time of year again! Here is a roundup of the gifts for lawyers blog posts out for 2022, plus a few other ideas. Whether money is no object, or the budget is tight there are plenty of gifts to choose from to help make the Season merry and bright! The Lists –
- [Small Tech That Makes a Big Difference](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/12/20/small-tech-that-makes-a-big-difference/) - Over the past four years the NCBA Center for Practice Management blog “From the Center” has provided tips and tools that can help your firm with productivity and client service. Here are some of those that are small but mighty. You can adopt these tools into your practice without a huge investment or tech overhaul.
- [Considerations for Physical Security for Lawyers and Their Teams](https://www.ncbar.org/2022/12/21/considerations-for-physical-security-for-lawyers-and-their-teams/) - Whether an angry client, the threat of suicide, stalking, harassment, disgruntled employees, or a distraught party, law firms should have the knowledge and plans in place to help keep everyone safe and secure. The following are a few resources to help in your preparedness planning. From the NC State Bar “If lawyers need support during
- [Legal Marketing Data & Trends to Help Improve Your Firm’s Marketing Strategy](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/01/03/legal-marketing-data-trends-to-help-improve-your-firms-marketing-strategy/) - Last month John Hinson, guest for the NCBA CPM's Learning Objectives series, highlighted data from Spotlight Branding’s Legal Marketing Trends Report. Learn how solo and small law firms all over the country are handling their marketing and get actionable insights that can help you improve your firm’s marketing strategy for 2023. Here is the recording
- [New(er) Collaboration Tools in MS Outlook/365](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/01/31/newer-collaboration-tools-in-ms-outlook-365/) - If you are a Microsoft 365 Business Standard or Premium subscriber and using the Exchange and SharePoint server products that are bundled with the offer, you may have some new collaboration tools to explore. While these are very new, additions like reactions, @mentions, Loop, and notifications may help you stay on top of email as
- [Popular Articles from the CPM ICYMI Newsletter (November 2022 – January 2023)](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/02/07/popular-articles-from-the-cpm-icymi-newsletter-november-2022-january-2023/) - Every week subscribers receive the ICYMI enewsletter from the NCBA Center for Practice Management. The newsletter highlights tips, tools, trends, and techniques to help your law practice. The following are a few popular links from the past issues of the newsletter. Lessons for Legal from Microsoft Outage: Know Your Recourse Options 2/3/2023 Microsoft 365 went down last
- [Early Spring Cleaning for Your Technology](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/02/14/early-spring-cleaning-for-your-technology/) - While we aren’t yet in meteorological spring, on the next chilly, rainy day while you are waiting for the last frost before you start your garden or outdoor activities, take some time do some technology “spring cleaning”. Whether optimizing your devices, adding some automation, or finally unsubscribing from all the unread emails, there are lots
- [New Features in MS Word for 365 Subscribers](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/02/21/new-features-in-ms-word-for-365-subscribers/) - Microsoft 365 subscribers enjoy new features constantly appearing in the Office applications. Through the subscription, Microsoft Word has downloaded and installed software for Mac and Windows, as well as a browser version. Each version is a little different. New features frequently appear in the browser version before the installed software. Here are some new features
- [Can MS 365 Replace Law Practice Management Software?](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/02/28/can-ms-365-replace-law-practice-management-software/) - Microsoft rolled out Office 365 in 2011, a subscription plan instead of the traditional installed Office suite of products. In 2020 the name of the subscription became Microsoft 365. There are different plans for home and work. The Business Standard and Premium versions come with the installed software constantly synchronized through the cloud to browser
- [Top Spots at ABA TECHSHOW 2023 Startup Alley](https://www.ncbar.org/2023/03/07/top-spots-at-aba-techshow-2023-startup-alley/) - For the past seven years, with the help of attorney and journalist Bob Ambrogi of LawSites, the ABA TECHSHOW has kicked off with a startup pitch competition. New and recent products emerging in the legal vertical submit an application. The applications are then whittled down by a panel of judges to a manageable 40 and
- [Is a Password Enough To Keep Your Sensitive Information Safe?](https://www.ncbar.org/2018/11/12/is-a-password-enough-to-keep-your-sensitive-information-safe/) - By Catherine Sanders Reach Are you using two factor authentication? You should be! Passwords alone are not enough anymore to thwart motivated hackers from accessing your accounts, whether by a keystroke logger infection on your computer or a data breach of the systems you use every day online. Two factor authentication, or two step verification,
- [Take Steps This Holiday Season](https://www.ncbar.org/2018/11/20/take-steps-this-holiday-season/) - With the holidays approaching, we can look forward to gathering with friends and family, celebrations, and merriment. We also look forward to lots of great food and tempting treats. For many the holidays also add stress, tension and increased feelings of depression. Make time to keep up with exercise, which will help guard against weight
- [A Better Way to Find Time](https://www.ncbar.org/2018/11/27/a-better-way-to-find-time/) - By Catherine Sanders Reach Finding a mutually available time to meet with multiple busy people including clients, colleagues and other parties used to mean a lot of negotiation and multiple emails. Then tools like Doodle and FreeBusy came along to make scheduling much easier. Now users of Microsoft Office 365 can take advantage of a
- [Fastcase Tip: Type Ahead](https://www.ncbar.org/2018/12/03/fastcase-tip-type-ahead-2/) - Did you know that Fastcase7 has a feature called Type-Ahead? Like a Google search, when you enter a word or phrase Fastcase 7 will immediately show you matches for terms of art and case names. Switch to Fastcase 7 by toggling the orange button from FC in the upper right corner of the screen when you
- [How To *Really* Lock Down a PDF Document](https://www.ncbar.org/2018/12/04/how-to-really-lock-down-a-pdf-document/) - Did you know that it is very easy to edit a PDF document unless you take steps to secure it? You can convert a PDF to Word in MS Word 2016 or in Adobe Acrobat and other PDF conversion applications. You can also easily edit a PDF in Acrobat. If you want to secure a
- [Fastcase Tip: Type-Ahead](https://www.ncbar.org/2018/12/03/fastcase-tip-type-ahead/) - CATHERINE’S CALL Did you know that Fastcase7 has a feature called Type-Ahead? Like a Google search, when you enter a word or phrase Fastcase 7 will immediately show you matches for terms of art and case names. Switch to Fastcase 7 by toggling the orange button from FC in the upper right corner of the
- [Google Advanced Search Tips for Lawyers](https://www.ncbar.org/2018/12/17/google-advanced-search-tips-for-lawyers/) - CATHERINE'S CALL By Catherine Sanders Reach Most people use the Google search engine every day to look up information on everything from restaurant reviews to driving directions to the airspeed velocity of a laden swallow. In fact, the word google (lower case G) officially appeared as a verb in the Oxford English Dictionary in 2006.
- [2018: ICYMI (In Case You Missed It)](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/01/01/2018-icymi-in-case-you-missed-it/) - CATHERINE'S CALL By Catherine Sanders Reach The last week of the year is typically a time of reflection, and 2018 was no exception. Several popular blogs published their year-end wrap-ups, looking at the most popular posts and content from last year. While the exponential change wrought by technology means that the past is not a
- [ABA TechShow 2019 NCBA Member Discount and Some Redaction Tips](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/01/14/8510-2/) - POST SPONSORED BY ABA TECH SHOW 2019 Take Advantage of Extended Early Bird Pricing until Jan. 21. North Carolina Bar Association Members Get $150 Off Standard Registration. As a member of the North Carolina Bar Association, we want you to know that you can register for ABA TECHSHOW 2019 at a special reduced rate. This
- [Be Proactive: Online Reviews and Reputation Management](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/02/04/be-proactive-online-reviews-and-reputation-management/) - By Catherine Sanders Reach Do you know what people are saying about you online? There are hundreds of online review sites, such as Yelp, Facebook and Google, as well as legal directories such as Avvo and lawyerratingz.com where anyone can add a review of your legal services. Following are some ways of how a firm
- [Organize Email with Categories in MS Outlook](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/01/28/categories-in-ms-outlook/) - CATHERINE'S CALL By Catherine Sanders Reach Folders are the typical way Outlook users organize emails, but sometimes you may want other intelligence about an email (or task, contact, calendar event) for organizational purposes. While you can put copies of a single email into multiple folders, or rely on search, another option is to apply categories.
- [Better Search for Your Computer](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/02/04/full-text-search-engines/) - By Catherine Sanders Reach A full text search engine will increase the efficiency of a simple DIY file management system and there are a number of fairly low cost tools available. Increasingly a law firm's information is spread out on hard drives, cloud servers, local servers, external drives and elsewhere. Those with Windows 10 operating
- [Protect a Portion of a Word Document](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/02/11/protect-a-portion-of-a-word-document/) - By Catherine Sanders Reach Do you need to share a word processing document with someone but want to limit what text the recipient can edit? For instance, would you like to create a pre-approved contract that allows some clauses to be editable? Or do you have standard internal documents that you would like to make
- [When the Cloud Is Down](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/02/18/when-the-cloud-is-down/) - By Catherine Sanders Reach Law firms have adopted many "cloud" or SaaS (software as a Service) products for practice and case management, document storage, online backup, their office suite and more. NC State Bar Council 2011 Formal Opinion 6 outlines considerations law firms should make when evaluating cloud products. While the opinion does not set forth specific
- [Explore More in MS Office 365 Business Premium](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/02/26/tools-to-explore-in-ms-office-365-business-premium/) - By Catherine Sanders Reach If you have taken the plunge and subscribed to Office 365 Business Premium you are likely aware that the Office suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel) is now not only installed on the desktop but also has a cloud component, syncing your work and making sharing easier. However, you may not be
- [Fact Gathering and Analysis: Business Research Resources](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/03/04/business-research-resources/) - By Catherine Sanders Reach Finding information about companies, such as financials, principles, employees, valuation, competitors, credit and financial health for publicly traded companies is possible if you don't mind digging through SEC filings. For nonprofits, religious institutions and privately held companies it requires even more digging, and the information is not always easily available. Whether
- [How To Track Time With a Tomato](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/03/11/how-to-track-time-with-a-tomato/) - By Catherine Sanders Reach Tracking time is the bane of many lawyers’ existence. Few would agree it is an exercise they enjoy. While some excel at it, many factors, including attempting to multitask and daily distractions make accurate time tracking difficult, overwhelming and sometimes loathsome. How can a tomato help you make tracking time easier?
- [Basic Security Best Practices for Law Firms](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/03/19/basic-security-best-practices-for-law-firms/) - By Catherine Sanders Reach “Reasonable efforts” to ensure confidentiality of client information is fact-specific. In North Carolina RPC 1.6 Comment 19 suggests that a lawyer should examine the sensitivity of the information, the risk of disclosure without additional precautions, the cost of extra measures, the difficulty of adding safeguards, and whether more safeguards adversely affect
- [Top Tips From ABA TECHSHOW 2019 '60 Tips In 60 Minutes'](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/03/25/top-tips-from-aba-techshow-2019-60-tips-in-60-minutes/) - By Catherine Sanders Reach Each year the ABA TECHSHOW concludes the conference with a plenary session featuring a lightning fast, multi-speaker tips program. Some of the tips can be whimsical or esoteric but among the light-hearted nuggets are also some great, actionable bits of information lawyers can put into practice now. Following are some of
- [Consider Texting with Clients](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/04/01/consider-texting-with-clients-2/) - Many attorney’s reaction to texting with clients is a solid “no way!”. However, attorneys are feeling the pressure to text with clients since texting is a normal communication tool for most everyone these days. Clients in certain industries, such as construction, prefer texting because they are literally in an environment that makes talking on the
- [Reduce Privacy Erosion While Online](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/04/09/reduce-privacy-erosion-while-online/) - Most users of free Internet tools know that they are often trading privacy for convenience. The trade off often starts at the top, with the user's browser of choice. While popular browsers like Chrome, Internet Explorer, Edge, and Safari all value security, their business model makes privacy a lower priority. For instance, John Simek recently
- [Consider Texting with Clients](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/04/01/consider-texting-with-clients/) - By Catherine Sanders Reach Many attorneys react to the thought of texting with clients with a solid “no way!” However, attorneys are feeling the pressure to text with clients since texting is a normal communication tool for most everyone these days. Clients in certain industries, such as construction, prefer texting because they are literally in
- [Saving Email for Record Retention](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/04/16/record-retention-dealing-with-email/) - In a whitepaper on file management and retention NC Lawyer's Mutual writes: "to maintain all relevant information in one place, export the case-related email. If it is sitting in MS Outlook, the email is separated from the rest of the client file. Export it from Outlook, and save it with the rest of the electronic
- [Video Marketing 101 for Law Firms](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/04/23/video-marketing-101-for-law-firms/) - Getting to the top of the Google search engine rankings for your law firm web presence, especially for major practice areas in saturated markets, can be costly in time and dollars. However, law firms leveraging the power of YouTube have some untapped potential for web traffic. According to the ABA Legal Technology Survey Report 2018,
- [Tools to Edit Your Own Work](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/04/30/tools-to-edit-your-own-work/) - Editing your own documents, blog posts, social media posts, and email is difficult. In addition to editing for spelling and grammar, you need to review word choice, consistency, citation formatting and more. Is your writing clear and free of errors that could distract your reader? It is difficult to effectively edit your own words because
- [The Perfect Traveling Companions](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/05/08/the-perfect-traveling-companions/) - Summer is just around the corner. Whether you are planning a vacation or business travel there are a lot of apps and websites that can help you get the best prices, stay in the know, get organized and reduce stress from travel surprises. Flights and AccommodationsThere are lots of websites to compare flights but two
- [(Not So) Secrets for More Productive Meetings](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/05/21/not-so-secrets-for-more-productive-meetings/) - Loud laughter rang through the Bar Center auditorium during the January 2019 NCBA Corporate Counsel Section CLE conference. The speaker was killing. But what, at a CLE conference, could be so funny? Speaker Steven G. Rogelberg, the author of “The Surprising Science of Meetings,” was discussing just how bad meetings can be, and the audience
- [Excel Tips to Manage and View Data](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/05/28/excel-tips-to-manage-and-view-data/) - Microsoft Excel is a powerful tool for manipulating data and performing complex calculations. If you have a lot of information in a spreadsheet that you need to review, edit or re-purpose here are several tips that will make that job easier and more productive. Freeze Row(s) and Column(s) Scrolling through data without headers leads to
- [What People Are Reading: ICYMI Roundup](https://www.ncbar.org/2019/06/03/what-people-are-reading-icymi-roundup/) - Beginning in April 2019, CPM starting distributing the weekly CPM ICYMI enewsletter to subscribers, which brings a brief weekly wrap-up of legal tech and practice management tips, breaking news and useful information. Here are the articles that captured the attention of the readers by top click each week: Kill Your Telephone! Your Clients (and Staff)

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- [Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/annual-meeting/) - Book Your Rooms Now For NCBA 2026 Annual Meeting NCBA is excited to announce that the 2026 Annual Meeting will be held in Uptown Charlotte on June 25-27. Discounted rates at The Westin Charlotte are available now and are expected to sell out, so please book your rooms as soon as possible. Registration for Annual
- [2027 Legal Legends of Color Nomination](https://www.ncbar.org/legal-legends-of-color-awards-nomination/) - The North Carolina Bar Association’s Minorities in the Profession Committee (MIP) is accepting nominations for its 12th Annual Legal Legends of Color Awards (LLOC). The awardees will be honored at the LLOC Reception during the NCBA Annual Meeting in June 2027. Nomination Criteria: To be eligible for nomination, a person must be (1) a lawyer
- [Legal Legends of Color](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/committees/minorities-in-the-profession/legal-legends-of-color/) - Launched in 2016, the Minorities in the Profession Committee’s Legal Legends of Color Award publicly recognizes attorneys of color who have had undeniable impacts on the legal profession and whose legacies represent ceilings broken for all attorneys who follow in their footsteps. The Legal Legends of Color Awards Celebration began with an NCBA goal of
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- [President](https://www.ncbar.org/explore-ncba/about/leadership/board-of-governors/president/) - Robert E. Harrington Robert E. "Rob" Harrington of Robinson Bradshaw in Charlotte is the 131st president of the North Carolina Bar Association. Harrington will also serve as president of the North Carolina Bar Foundation in 2025-26. Harrington joined Robinson Bradshaw in 1999 and is a shareholder in the firm, where he litigates complex business disputes and co-chairs
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- [NCBF Hubert B. Humphrey Scholarship for Children of Permanently Disabled or Slain NC Law Enforcement Officers](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/divisions/young-lawyers-division/ncbf-scholarship-for-children-of-permanently-disabled-or-slain-nc-law-enforcement-officers/) - The North Carolina Bar Foundation Scholarship was established by the NCBF Hubert B. Humphrey Endowment Fund and is awarded in cooperation with the NCBA Young Lawyers Division. ELIGIBILITY The Young Lawyers Division of the North Carolina Bar Association invites applications for the North Carolina Bar Foundation Scholarship by all who meet the criteria set forth
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- [NCBA Health Benefit Trust](https://www.ncbar.org/ncba-health-benefit-trust/) - The North Carolina Bar Association Health Benefit Trust is a unique self-funded plan operating solely for the benefit of law firms whose lawyers are members of the NCBA. Rates are based on the plan’s experience, which is historically favorable. The plan is efficient with low administrative costs Utilizes Blue Cross’ broadest statewide provider network, Blue
- [2026 Legal Practice Hall of Fame Honorees](https://www.ncbar.org/annual-meeting/annual-meeting-award-honorees/2026-legal-practice-hall-of-fame-honorees/) - Induction into the Legal Practice Hall of Fame recognizes a lifetime of exemplary service and high ethical and professional standards. The recipients serve as role models for lawyers across North Carolina. Doris R. Bray A native of Reidsville, North Carolina, Doris R. Bray earned her A.B. from Lake Erie College in 1959, followed by a
- [Annual Meeting Award Honorees](https://www.ncbar.org/annual-meeting/annual-meeting-award-honorees/) - 2026 Citizen Lawyer Awards H. Brent McKnight Renaissance Lawyer Award Charles F. Blanchard Young Lawyer of the Year Award Robinson O. Everett Professionalism Award Distinguished Paralegal Award Greenblatt Outstanding Legal Services Attorney Award Larger Law Firm Pro Bono Award Smaller Law Firm Pro Bono Award Law School Pro Bono Service Award Outstanding Paralegal Pro Bono
- [Legal Legends of Color Award Honorees - 2026](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/committees/minorities-in-the-profession/legal-legends-of-color/legal-legends-of-color-award-honorees-2026/) - The eleventh annual Legal Legends of Color Awards Celebration will take place Thursday, June 25. The Legal Legends of Color Awards Celebration demonstrates the NCBA’s commitment to embracing diversity and inclusion in the legal profession. The celebration is a time to recognize and honor attorneys and other legal professionals of color whose legacies represent ceilings
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- [Zoning, Planning & Land Use](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/zoning-planning-land-use/) - The Zoning, Planning & Land Use Section includes attorneys and paralegals in private and local governmental practice who routinely handle matters related to land use, zoning, zoning litigation and environmental regulations affecting the development of land. The establishment of the Zoning, Planning & Land Use Section coincided with the expansion of zoning and land use
- [Annual Summer Internship Scholarship Application](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/government-public-sector/government-public-sector-annual-scholarship/) - The Government & Public Sector, Criminal Justice, and Zoning, Planning & Land Use sections solicit applications for the Annual Summer Internship Scholarship each spring. To qualify for the Scholarship, the recipient must be working without compensation (including class credit) in a North Carolina government law department (i.e. City, County, State, or Federal) or non-profit organization
- [Member Events](https://www.ncbar.org/members/benefits/member-events/) - All NCBA members are invited to join us at these upcoming events. Follow the links to learn more about each event and register to join. Mingling with Membership - Legally Blonde Movie Discussion Join Kayla Britt (Assistant Attorney General, NCDOT) and Avery Locklear (Associate Attorney, Ward and Smith) on April 22 to discuss the legal
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- [2026 H. Brent McKnight Renaissance Lawyer Award](https://www.ncbar.org/annual-meeting/annual-meeting-award-honorees/2026-h-brent-mcknight-renaissance-lawyer-award/) - To recognize those North Carolina attorneys whose trustworthiness, respectful and courteous treatment of all people, enthusiasm for intellectual achievement and commitment to excellence in work, and service to the profession and community during a multi-faceted, accomplished life, inspire others. Shelby Benton ss a 1982 graduate of NCSU with a degree in Political Science/Criminal Justice and
- [Law Student Division](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/divisions/law-student-division/) - Students attending ABA-accredited law schools or provisionally accredited law schools are eligible for complimentary membership in the NCBA Law Student Division. The NCBA created the Law Student Division to help students develop their legal skills, to assist them in transitioning from legal education into the legal profession, and to provide positive, productive links between law
- [Young Lawyers Division](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/divisions/young-lawyers-division/) - Membership in the Young Lawyers Division (YLD) of the North Carolina Bar Association is open to all NCBA members who are 36 years of age and under or who have been practicing law for 10 years or less. Membership in the YLD is free. The Young Lawyers Division is often referred to as the service
- [Senior Lawyers Division](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/divisions/senior-lawyers-division/) - North Carolina Bar Association members who are at least 65 years of age share multiple common interests and activities that are enriched by membership in the Senior Lawyers Division. The purposes of the Senior Lawyers Division shall be to uphold the honor of the profession of law, to apply the knowledge and experience of the
- [Paralegal Division](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/divisions/paralegal-division/) - Paralegals in North Carolina have a home and it is the Paralegal Division of the North Carolina Bar Association. As one of the largest sections/divisions within the NCBA, the Paralegal Division provides countless opportunities for education, service and leadership. The Paralegal Division is open to qualified full-time paralegals, paralegal students and NCBA attorney members in
- [Forms](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/estate-planning-fiduciary-law/forms/) - Optional Statutory Forms in Article 3 of the North Carolina Uniform Power of Attorney Act: North Carolina Agent's Certification as to Validity of POA and Agent's Authority North Carolina Limited POA for Real Property North Carolina Statutory Short Form POA Sample Video Notary Witness Language Self Proving Will (Word) Sample Video Notary Witness Language Self
- [BarCARES](https://www.ncbar.org/members/benefits/barcares/) - To speak to someone immediately, call 919.929.1227 or 1.800.640.0735. BarCARES is a confidential, short-term intervention program provided cost-free to members of participating judicial district bars, voluntary bar associations and law schools. If you would like additional information about the program and/or its availability in your area, please contact the BarCARES coordinator at 919.929.1227 or 1.800.640.0735.
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- [NCBA Leadership Conferences](https://www.ncbar.org/members/benefits/member-events/leadership-conferences/) - NCBA Leadership Conferences: Meeting the Needs of Developing and Experienced Leaders Whether you are new to leadership or looking to energize and enhance your skills, NCBA Leadership Conferences are designed with your development in mind. Day 1 is tailored for newer leaders, while the content and format of Day 2 are ideal for experienced professionals
- [Beyond the Law Webinar Series](https://www.ncbar.org/members/benefits/member-events/member-webinars/) - Power packed sixty-minute sessions you can apply to your day-to-day. Wherever you are on your professional path, NCBA is committed to helping you continue to grow. The Beyond the Law Webinar Series brings you a line-up of instructional sessions where you will receive practical insights and guidance from expert instructors. The webinars are sixty-minutes, offered
- [NCBA Member Appreciation Month](https://www.ncbar.org/member-appreciation-month/) - May is NCBA Member Appreciation Month, an NCBA tradition where we celebrate our members through complimentary services and additional benefits throughout the month. Click the links below to learn more about the remaining activities and events happening in May. Weekly Giveaway Sign up for the Member Appreciation Giveaway 2026 for a chance to win great
- [Government & Public Sector](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/government-public-sector/) - The Government & Public Sector Section encourages the participation of government and public sector lawyers in the NCBA and works to develop programs and services that will be of value to government attorneys. The Government & Public Sector Section is a unique voice for government and public sector attorneys and paralegals regarding issues that arise
- [Labor & Employment Law](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/labor-employment-law/) - The Labor & Employment Law Section serves as a resource for lawyers involved in a broad spectrum of employment law representation and provides input on legislative and ethical matters affecting employers, employees and counsel. The Labor & Employment Law Section works to include an even number of plaintiff and defense attorneys, plus representatives from various
- [Legal Legends of Color Award Honorees - 2025](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/committees/minorities-in-the-profession/legal-legends-of-color/legal-legends-of-color-award-honorees/) - The tenth annual Legal Legends of Color Awards Celebration took place Thursday, June 26, 2025. The Legal Legends of Color Awards Celebration demonstrates the NCBA's commitment to embracing diversity and inclusion in the legal profession. The celebration is a time to recognize and honor attorneys and other legal professionals of color whose legacies represent ceilings
- [About](https://www.ncbar.org/members/benefits/center-for-practice-management/about/) - Catherine Sanders Reach is Director for the Center for Practice Management at the North Carolina Bar Association, providing practice technology and management assistance to lawyers and legal professionals. Formerly she was Director, Law Practice Management and Technology for the Chicago Bar Association and the Director at the American Bar Association's Legal Technology Resource Center. Prior
- [CLE Scholarship Program](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/estate-planning-fiduciary-law/cle-scholarship-program/) - The Section Council annually considers and adopts as part of its budget an allowance for scholarships to be awarded to Members of the Section. A Scholarship Committee (typically comprised of at least one Member of the Section Council, a Member of the Section Membership Committee, and a Member of the Section CLE Committee) selects scholarship
- [2026 Charles F. Blanchard Young Lawyer of the Year Award](https://www.ncbar.org/annual-meeting/annual-meeting-award-honorees/2026-charles-f-blanchard-young-lawyer-of-the-year-award/) - Recognize young lawyers for their distinguished and meritorious service. This award is selected by the YLD Chair in consultation with current and former YLD leadership. Alexandria “Alex” Gwynn is a lawyer and governance, strategy, and operations leader with experience advising executives, boards, and public institutions across infrastructure, healthcare, government, and other highly regulated environments. Alex
- [2026 Robinson O. Everett Professionalism Award](https://www.ncbar.org/annual-meeting/annual-meeting-award-honorees/2026-robinson-o-everett-professionalism-award/) - Recognizes young lawyers who embody the spirit of legal professionalism and service. Nick Sorensen is an Assistant Attorney General for the North Carolina Department of Justice in Raleigh, NC. Mr. Sorensen is an Eagle Scout, a graduate of North Carolina State University and a graduate of the Campbell University Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law.
- [Dispute Resolution/Collaborative Law](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/dispute-resolution/) - The Dispute Resolution Section addresses issues that are relevant to both mediation and arbitration, and acts as a resource for practicing mediators, arbitrators and attorneys who utilize alternative dispute resolution. The Section presents one of the few opportunities for North Carolina dispute resolution professionals to share experiences and learn from one another. The section works
- [Law Student Representative Application](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/divisions/law-student-division/law-student-representative-application/) - Make an Impact — Become a Law Student Representative The North Carolina Bar Association (NCBA) is now accepting applications for Law Student Representatives at your school. This opportunity is open to 2L and 3L students. NCBA Law Student Representatives (“Reps”) play a key role in connecting fellow law school students to the greater North Carolina
- [Appellate Rules](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/committees/appellate-rules/) - The Appellate Rules Committee examines the rules of appellate procedure and recommends any revisions to the Board of Governors for ultimate referral and consideration by the N.C. Supreme Court. The Committee is concerned with improving the quality of appellate practice in North Carolina. Its members – lawyers and judges from across the state – meet
- [Tax](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/tax/) - The Tax Section offers a wide variety of programs on tax issues and engages in tax policy, tax pro bono projects and tax legislative projects. The Section meets annually with the N.C. Department of Revenue and IRS representatives located in North Carolina. The Tax Section maintains a strong focus on state and local tax issues.
- [Explore NCBA](https://www.ncbar.org/explore-ncba/)
- [2026 NCBA Pro Bono Awards](https://www.ncbar.org/annual-meeting/annual-meeting-award-honorees/2026-ncba-pro-bono-awards/) - Greenblatt Outstanding Legal Services Attorney Award, Larger Law Firm Pro Bono Award, Smaller Law Firm Pro Bono Award, Law School Pro Bono Service Award, Outstanding Paralegal Pro Bono Service Award, Thorp Pro Bono Service Award, Younger Lawyer Pro Bono Service Award, The Filling the Justice Gap Award, Outstanding Collaborative/Group Pro Bono Service Award Outstanding Paralegal
- [2026 Distinguished Paralegal Award](https://www.ncbar.org/annual-meeting/annual-meeting-award-honorees/2026-distinguished-paralegal-award/) - Recognizes outstanding achievements, professionalism and contributions by a North Carolina paralegal both professionally and personally within the recipient’s community. JoAnne Parrish Smith, NCCP JoAnne Parrish Smith, NCCP is a dedicated Paralegal at the Nash County Department of Social Services, where she has served since 2020. Specializing in juvenile matters, adult protective services, and guardianships, JoAnne
- [2026 Citizen Lawyer Awards](https://www.ncbar.org/annual-meeting/annual-meeting-award-honorees/2026-citizen-lawyer-awards/) - To recognize and thank lawyers who, in addition to their legal work, exemplify the ideals of a citizen lawyer by volunteering their time for worthy community or civic causes to improve the quality of life of those in their local or statewide communities. Kayla D. Britt Kayla Britt, known as the Fairy Law Mother, is
- [Member Appreciation Month Giveaway](https://www.ncbar.org/member-appreciation-month/giveaway/) - May is NCBA Member Appreciation Month, an NCBA tradition where we celebrate our members throughout the month. Each Friday in May, you have the opportunity to win one of the great prizes listed below! All you have to do is enter!! Yeti Hopper Flip Soft Cooler - won by Kelly Funderburk Ember Mug - won
- [NCBA Membership Renewals](https://www.ncbar.org/renew/) - It’s Time to Renew Your NCBA Membership Say yes to another year of membership and a continued commitment to professional and personal growth. Renew your annual membership or, if eligible, upgrade to the new First FiveSM membership with extra perks. RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP If you have any questions about your membership or how to get involved, we’re
- [Legal Feeding Frenzy](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/divisions/young-lawyers-division/legal-feeding-frenzy/) - Solving hunger requires teamwork and lots of it. Support the cause and volunteer at your local food bank. LEGAL FEEDING FRENZY is an annual joint program of the North Carolina Bar Association Young Lawyers Division and Feeding the Carolinas food banks, supported by a grant from the North Carolina Bar Foundation Endowment. The month-long food
- [2026 Legal Feeding Frenzy Results](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/divisions/young-lawyers-division/legal-feeding-frenzy/2026-legal-feeding-frenzy-results/) - Total Amounts Raised: Dollars: $162,567.00 Pounds: 650,224 (includes monetary and physical donations)* *Compare with 2025: $140,718.45 or 563,581 pounds raised. Large Firm: Team Moore & Van Allen — $18,437 or 73,748 pounds (+5,000 bonus pounds) Womble Bond Dickinson Raleigh Office — $15,781 or 63,124 pounds (+13,000 bonus pounds) Law Offices of James Scott Farrin —
- [Dispute Resolution Section Collaborative Law Training Scholarship](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/dispute-resolution/dispute-resolution-section-scholarship/) - This scholarship aims to support individuals who have demonstrated a commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion through their activities, background, and life experiences, as well as members of groups that have been historically underrepresented in the legal profession and who are interested in the practice of dispute resolution. Eligibility Requirements To qualify for this
- [Administrative Law](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/administrative-law/) - The Administrative Law Section serves the interests of lawyers who represent and practice before state and local regulatory boards and commissions, the Office of Administrative Hearings and occupational licensing boards. The Section's goal is to lead in the improvement of administrative rule-making and adjudication before the Office of Administration Hearing or boards and commissions. Benefits
- [Premier Pass Member Giveaway Registration](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/divisions/paralegal-division/premier-pass-member-giveaway/) - The NCBA Paralegal Division is giving away NCBA Premier Passes to two lucky members! The Premier Pass is valued at $370 and is an exclusive NCBA member benefit providing you unlimited CLE/CPE, including access to hundreds of On-Demand programs throughout the bar year (July 1 to June 30). To be included in the drawing for
- [Student Scholarship Application](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/divisions/paralegal-division/student-scholarship-application/) - 2026 Spring Student Scholarship Application The Paralegal Division Student Scholarship provides an award of $500 for tuition to a North Carolina resident enrolled in a North Carolina Qualified Paralegal Studies Program as defined by the North Carolina State Bar (see list here). The scholarship will be paid directly to the school. Complete the scholarship application below
- [Zoning, Planning and Land Use Section Award of Excellence](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/zoning-planning-land-use/zoning-planning-and-land-use-section-award-of-excellence/) - Establishment of Award, Purpose and Criteria: The Award of Excellence was created to recognize "superstars" of the Zoning, Planning and Land Use Section who have shown outstanding work and commitment to land use matters. Nominees should have shown: (1) the highest ethical standards; (2) professional and outstanding work regarding land use matters, such as work and
- [News + Communications](https://www.ncbar.org/members/benefits/news-communications/) - North Carolina Bar Association members get exclusive access to digital and print publications updating you on statewide news, resources and events related to your practice and the profession. e-bar | NCBA’s weekly electronic newsletter, providing timely information to members for more than two decades, including announcements, court opinions, Center for Practice Management insight and In
- [Past NCBA Pro Bono Award Winners](https://www.ncbar.org/members/benefits/news-communications/awards-recognition/pro-bono-awards/past-ncba-pro-bono-award-winners/) - Thorp Pro Bono Attorney of the Year Award 2025 | Mark Holt 2024 | Kerry A. Friedman 2023 | Erik Zimmerman 2022 | Brandon A. Robinson 2021 | Sean Lew 2020 | Matthew Scott Roberson 2019 | Brent A. Torstrick 2018 | Rod Knight 2017 | William L. Esser, IV 2016 | Auley M. "Lee"
- [NCBA Pro Bono Awards](https://www.ncbar.org/members/benefits/news-communications/awards-recognition/pro-bono-awards/) - Nominate an attorney, firm or project for an NCBA Pro Bono Award The deadline to submit a nomination for the 2026 Pro Bono Awards is Sunday, February 15, 2026. This awards cycle will recognize significant pro bono contributions and efforts undertaken in 2025. Questions? Email probono@ncbar.org. Inclusion is a core value of the North Carolina
- [Intellectual Property Law](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/intellectual-property-law/) - The Intellectual Property Law Section examines copyright, patent and trademark law issues, providing information to its members about a vast array of issues related to intellectual property law. Membership in the Intellectual Property Law Section provides an opportunity to network with other intellectual property law attorneys and patent agents. The section sponsors CLE programs and
- [Membership Applications and Scholarships](https://www.ncbar.org/explore-ncba/join/membership-rates/applications-and-scholarships/) - Members are the lifeblood of the North Carolina Bar Association — join to take advantage of the many member benefits that impact your practice and profession. Select your membership type below to open the PDF application that meets your needs. You have the option to mail the completed application to Membership Services, North Carolina Bar
- [Family Law DEI Scholarship](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/family-law/family-law-dei-scholarship/) - The Family Law Section is pleased to provide DEI scholarships to the 2026 Family Law Annual Meeting, allowing for high-quality CLE and social event opportunities regardless of the ability to pay. The Annual Meeting will be held in Asheville from May 1-2, 2026. Scholarships will be provided on a first come, first served basis, with
- [Public Interest and Legal Desert Attorney Scholarship](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/family-law/public-interest-and-legal-desert-attorney-scholarship/) - The Family Law Section is pleased to provide scholarships to the 2026 Family Law Annual Meeting for qualifying public interest lawyers and those practicing in legal deserts, a county with fewer than one lawyer per 1,000 residents. The Annual Meeting will be held in Asheville from May 1-2, 2026. We understand that those practicing in
- [Family Law](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/family-law/) - The Family Law Section promotes improvements in family law practice and jurisprudence by legislative changes, legal education, practice guides, pro bono legal services and mentoring programs. The Family Law Section provides information on legal and policy developments relating to children and families. The Section also sponsors CLE programs on equitable distribution and an intensive seminar
- [1L Summer Associate Program](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/committees/minorities-in-the-profession/1l-summer-associate-program/) - The North Carolina Bar Association’s Minorities in the Profession (“MIP”) Committee's annual 1L Summer Associate Program ("1L SAP") is designed to provide corporate legal departments and law firms in North Carolina with an inside track on recruiting some of our state’s brightest and most talented law students. 1L SAP is a competitive program. We seek
- [1L Summer Associate Program FAQ](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/committees/minorities-in-the-profession/1l-summer-associate-program/1l-sap-faq/)
- [Events](https://www.ncbar.org/members/benefits/center-for-practice-management/events/) - Learning Objectives Webinar series Held on the third Wednesday of the month at noon, these short webinars will focus on the nuts-and-bolts technologies for the law office and how to use them more effectively. Webinars are free and exclusively for NCBA members. Did you miss one? Check out the archived programs! Learning Objectives: Microsoft Copilot
- [NCBA/NCBF Committee Interest](https://www.ncbar.org/committee-interest/) - The NCBA/NCBF Committee Interest form is now closed.
- [CLE Scholarship Program](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/litigation/cle-scholarship-program/) - The North Carolina Bar Association Litigation Section recognizes that, although the public perceives lawyers to be among the most affluent members of society, in fact many attorneys struggle to make ends meet, need to pay off large amounts of law school debt, or sometimes suffer from economic hardship due to the poor job market, disabilities,
- [First Five Membership](https://www.ncbar.org/explore-ncba/join/first-five-membership/) - New to the Practice of Law? Consider First Five℠ membership from NCBA. This exciting new membership has a low, one-time, cost of only $395 and amazingly extends through your 5th year of practice. Not only that, but First Five includes the following extra perks not offered with annual membership – A second FREE practice area section
- [Education Law Scholarship](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/education-law/education-law-scholarship/) - The Section Council is pleased to offer a limited number of scholarships for law students interested in attending the 2026 Education Law Section Annual Program on Friday, April 17. ​You may read more details about the program here. What do the scholarships cover? The scholarships will pay the NCBA law student member registration fee for
- [Insurance Law](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/insurance-law/) - The Insurance Law Section brings together NCBA members who have a primary interest to inform all lawyers interested in the field of insurance law of the current and significant developments in that area. Attorneys and paralegals who specialize or devote a significant portion of their practice to insurance law recently welcomed the establishment of the
- [Education Law](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/education-law/) - The Education Law Section promotes education of and networking among attorneys serving schools K-12 and colleges, administrators, employees, faculty and students. The Section also provides broad coverage of legal perspectives. The Education Law Section values the perspective of both management and public education employee representatives. The Section focuses on issues including the Excellent Schools Act,
- [Corporate Counsel](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/corporate-counsel/) - The Corporate Counsel Section limits its members to those employed full-time or part-time exclusively for a corporation; business, educational, or nonprofit association; partnership; or governmental entity, and is not employed by or associated with a private, for profit law firm. Membership in the Corporate Counsel Section provides an avenue through which in-house corporate counsel and
- [Constitutional Rights & Responsibilities](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/constitutional-rights-responsibilities/) - The Constitutional Rights & Responsibilities Section is committed to preserving and protecting rights guaranteed by the N.C. and U.S. constitutions, and educating its members, the practice and the public about these important documents. The Constitutional Rights & Responsibilities Section is a forum for attorneys in all practice areas interested in issues relating to constitutional law.
- [Antitrust & Complex Business Disputes Law](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/antitrust-complex-business-disputes-law/) - The Antitrust & Complex Business Disputes Law Section serves lawyers who practice in the areas of antitrust and trade regulation as well as complex business litigation, including class actions and business torts. The Section is concerned primarily with issues related to unfair and deceptive trade practices and antitrust regulation. Benefits of NCBA Section membership: CLE
- [Military & Veterans Law](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/military-veterans-law/) - The Military & Veterans Law Section (MVL) brings together NCBA members and affiliates who have a special interest in military law or veteran-focused legal services. The MVL serves as a coordinating body for NCBA activities and initiatives impacting military and veterans. The MVL section sponsors CLE training for practitioners, connects lawyers to veterans in need
- [Sections](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/) - NCBA membership includes complimentary access to one of 30+ Sections. Take advantage of the many robust benefits of section membership, such as in-person networking opportunities, discounts on section-specific CLE programs, and access to exclusive forms and email forums. Section benefits are effective immediately upon membership. Additional sections may be purchased for $40 each. Access your
- [Membership Rates](https://www.ncbar.org/explore-ncba/join/membership-rates/) - NCBA offers multiple categories of membership for legal professionals. View category descriptions and pricing below. Please contact Member Services at 919.677.0561 if you have questions regarding NCBA Membership. Join NCBA online now or access PDF applications. Membership Categories
- [Juvenile Justice & Children’s Rights](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/juvenile-justice-childrens-rights/) - The Juvenile Justice & Children’s Rights Section provides networking for attorneys and advocacy organizations interested in protecting the rights of juveniles in all areas of the law affecting children including domestic, juvenile court and education. The Juvenile Justice and Children's Rights Section includes attorneys and child advocates across disciplines and sectors, united to advance positive
- [Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/estate-planning-fiduciary-law/) - The Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Section brings together attorneys engaging in estate planning and trust and estate administration, promoting public awareness of estate planning and administration issues and the role of attorneys in these fields. The Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Section offers members the opportunity to network with other estate planning attorneys and
- [Workers’ Compensation](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/workers-compensation/) - The Workers' Compensation Section represents the interests of both plaintiff and defense attorneys, and appoints a representative to meet periodically with the Industrial Commission to review issues of interest to member attorneys. Affiliate membership in the Workers’ Compensation Section is offered to nonlawyer professionals who are involved in workers’ compensation law. Plaintiff and defense attorneys
- [Sports & Entertainment Law](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/sports-entertainment-law/) - The Sports & Entertainment Law Section includes lawyers who represent sports and entertainment clients; lawyers who serve as counsel to organizations engaged in the multi-billion dollar sports and entertainment industry; and many lawyers who wish to broaden their practices to include the sports and entertainment area. Sports & Entertainment Law covers many areas of the
- [Small Firm & Technology](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/small-firm-technology/) - The Small Firm & Technology Section offers resources for small firms, including solo attorneys, and all attorneys interested in starting and running a law practice. The resources focus on technology, human resources, financial management, client development and other important topics. The Small Firm & Technology Section provides a variety of initiatives designed to enhance one’s
- [Privacy & Data Security](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/privacy-data-security/) - The Privacy & Data Security Section serves lawyers who practice in the areas of privacy and data security law. The Section is concerned primarily with bringing together members of the NCBA with a special interest in privacy and data security law practice, and furthering the development of the law in these fields. Affiliate membership is
- [Litigation](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/litigation/) - The Litigation Section includes those who have a substantial portion of their practice in civil litigation. The Section council, consisting of both plaintiff and defense attorneys, seeks to achieve a balanced approach to issues affecting litigation. The Litigation Section takes the lead in addressing changes in the rules of civil procedure, the ethics rules and
- [International Practice](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/international-practice/) - The International Practice Section serves as an educational, legislative and networking resource for practitioners engaged in cross-border issues and international affairs and organizes the NCBA’s international attorney exchange program. The International Practice Section reviews current developments in political and trade-related entities, monitors state and federal laws and regulations and makes recommendations where appropriate. The section
- [Environment, Energy & Natural Resources Law](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/environment-energy-natural-resources-law/) - The Environment, Energy & Natural Resources Law Section members represent governmental, nonprofit and private environmental law practitioners, providing a forum for collegial interaction among N.C. environmental lawyers from all three sectors. Membership in the Environment, Energy & Natural Resources Law Section is also offered to nonlawyer environmental professionals and legal assistants. The Section presents an
- [Elder & Special Needs Law](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/elder-special-needs-law/) - The Elder & Special Needs Law Section brings together members of the NCBA who have a special interest in elder law practice and focuses on issues related to the state’s elderly population, including Medicare and Medicaid. The Elder & Special Needs Law Section addresses such issues as care management and correct placement for disabled adults
- [Criminal Justice](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/criminal-justice/) - The Criminal Justice Section represents the interests of all lawyers who participate in the criminal justice system, whether defense attorneys, prosecutors or members of the judiciary. The Section is dedicated to helping all North Carolina criminal lawyers better serve their clients and the state. The annual Peter S. Gilchrist III and Wade M. Smith Awards
- [Construction Law](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/construction-law/) - The Construction Law Section is concerned with issues including public and private contracting, development, insurance and claims, mechanics’ liens and bonds, construction defects, and OSHA compliance and subcontracting. The Section also provides members with two CLEs a year in September and February, a blog, sponsors its own CLE programs and helps mold the NCBA's legislative
- [Business Law](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/business-law/) - The Business Law Section provides information, practice tools and member activities related to business law practice. The Section also proposes and monitors changes to state business laws and regulations. Specifically, our Section is concerned with the areas of law that relate to the conduct of business, including banking law, securities regulation, business financing, acquisitions, antitrust,
- [Bankruptcy](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/bankruptcy/) - The Bankruptcy Section promotes networking and education for practitioners in all areas of bankruptcy practice, both business and consumer areas, and among members who practice in the three federal bankruptcy districts. Specifically, we promote networking among members who practice in three U.S. federal districts of the Bankruptcy Courts and provide educational opportunities through an "Annual
- [CLE](https://www.ncbar.org/cle/) - North Carolina’s Leading Provider of Continuing Legal Education Your professional knowledge is a vital asset which you worked long and hard to obtain. Our programs are designed not only to satisfy MCLE requirements but to deliver information, insights and provide the skills you need to thrive and grow throughout your career. VIEW CLE FORMS +
- [CLE FAQ](https://www.ncbar.org/cle/faq/) - North Carolina Bar Association (NCBA) vs. NC State Bar (NCSB) NC State Bar CLE Requirements NCBA CLE Changes to Existing Registrations: Transfers, Cancellations, Substitutions and Tuition CLE Reporting NCBA CLE Methods of Delivery: In-Person Live, In-Person Replay, Rebroadcast, Live Webcast, On-Demand and Phone/Audio CLE Account and CLE Content Archived Video Footage CLE Manuscripts, Publications and
- [Insurance Law Section Diversity Scholarship](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/insurance-law/insurance-law-section-diversity-scholarship/) - The Insurance Law Section of the North Carolina Bar Association is committed to furthering diversity and inclusion in the practice of insurance law and in our profession more generally. The Insurance Law Section aims to accomplish this goal by sponsoring a diversity scholarship for current North Carolina law students. The scholarship aims to support law
- [Real Property Section Annual Meeting Scholarship Application](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/real-property/annual-meeting-scholarship/) - Attending the NCBA Real Property Section Annual Meeting offers valuable opportunities to connect, learn, and collaborate with fellow NCBA Real Property Section members. The meeting provides up to 6 hours of CLE credit, helping attorneys fulfill their educational requirements while gaining practical knowledge to strengthen their practices. The NCBA Real Property Section Annual Meeting Scholarship
- [Family Law Section Distinguished Service Award](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/family-law/distinguished-service-award/) - About the Award Establishment of Award, Purpose and Criteria: The Family Law Section Distinguished Service Award is established to recognize, and to encourage others to emulate, extraordinary service to the Section, the legal profession or the public, above and beyond the call of any official duties to the Section, in an endeavor or endeavors relating to
- [Grainger Barrett Award for Excellence](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/government-public-sector/grainger-barrett-award-for-excellence/) - Award Criteria The purpose of this award is to honor an outstanding government or public sector attorney as an exemplar of the excellence, dedication and passion for justice of North Carolina’s government and public sector attorneys. The recipient of this annual award shall be selected from among nominated active, practicing government or public sector attorneys,
- [Liberty Bell Award](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/divisions/young-lawyers-division/liberty-bell-award/) - The Young Lawyers Division is pleased to solicit nominations for the Liberty Bell Award to recognize individuals exemplifying lifelong service to the law in North Carolina. Nominations are now open for the 2026 Liberty Bell Award. As we celebrate the 68th anniversary of Law Day and this year’s theme of “The Rule of Law and
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- [Website Outage](https://www.ncbar.org/website-outage/) - The NCBA website at ncbar.org is experiencing intermittent outages today. We apologize for the inconvenience. We are aware of the issue and working diligently to resolve it. During this time, visitors may still access the links below: CLE Store Join NCBA Communities Forum Member Portal vLex Fastcase Need assistance? Call 919.677.0561 and request Member Services
- [Paralegal Division Membership Scholarship](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/divisions/paralegal-division/paralegal-division-membership-scholarship/) - The NCBA Paralegal Division recognizes that paralegals may face a variety of financial challenges throughout their careers. To increase access to the resources, community, and professional support offered by the NCBA, the Division has established a membership scholarship program. This scholarship is intended to assist those who may not otherwise be able to join the
- [Team Member Resources](https://www.ncbar.org/brand/team/) - FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY | Updated FEBRUARY 2026 One of the ways the Marketing team supports the NCBA + NCBF is by providing resources to internal team members. Below are links to the current guides, documentation, tip sheets + checklists and branded templates (login is required to make links active). Please let us know if
- [Professionalism](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/committees/professionalism-committee/) - The Professionalism Committee develops and oversees professionalism initiatives and recommends a recipient for the annual H. Brent McKnight Renaissance Lawyer Award. READ THE PROFESSIONALISM COMMITTEE BLOG
- [Pro Bono](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/committees/pro-bono/) - The Pro Bono Committee supports NCBA Sections, Divisions and Committees to implement pro bono and public service projects; engages members in the delivery of pro bono legal services; and recognizes attorneys doing pro bono work through annual NCBA Pro Bono Awards. READ THE PRO BONO COMMITTEE BLOG The NCBA encourages all members to participate in
- [Minorities in the Profession](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/committees/minorities-in-the-profession/) - The Minorities in the Profession Committee (MIP) is dedicated to promoting an increased presence of minorities in the legal profession; the ongoing education of minorities in the legal profession; the betterment of life for those minorities in the legal profession; providing the public with quality information regarding issues of concern to minority lawyers; and educating
- [YLD Pro Bono Leadership Cohort](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/divisions/young-lawyers-division/yld-pro-bono-leadership-cohort/) - Ready to Lead, Serve and Stand Out? The Civic Engagement & Pro Bono Division of the NCBA Young Lawyers Division is launching its inaugural Pro Bono Leadership Cohort and we want changemakers like YOU. If you’re looking to grow your network, give back to your community and stand out as a leader in the legal
- [North Carolina Bar Foundation Committees](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/committees/ncbf/) - NCBF NC Lawyers on Call (4ALL) | The NC Lawyers on Call (4ALL) Committee is a joint initiative of the NCBA and NCBF that implements and executes the annual NC Lawyers on Call Service Day. NCBF Civic & Community Education | The Civic Education & Community Engagement Committee provides volunteer leadership for the Foundation’s civic education
- [Membership Engagement](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/committees/membership-engagement/) - The Membership Engagement Committee focuses on delivering events, activities and resources for NCBA members.
- [Committees](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/committees/) - Members can help shape the NCBA, the North Carolina Bar Foundation and the legal profession through committee involvement. The President-Elect appoints committee members for the upcoming Bar Year following an application process that opens in the spring of each year. Contact the Communities Department if you have a general inquiry.
- [Awards & Recognitions](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/committees/awards-recognitions/) - The Awards & Recognitions Committee reviews all awards and recognitions bestowed by the NCBA and the NCBF, including but not limited to the naming of existing awards and recognitions and establishment and naming of new awards.
- [Communications](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/committees/communications-committee/) - The Communications Committee judges the NCBA Media and the Law Awards presented annually at the N.C. Press Association’s winter conference.
- [Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/committees/sexual-orientation-and-gender-identity-committee/) - The Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Committee (SOGI) was established in 2021 by President Jon Heyl to secure full equality for members of the LGBTQ+ community in the NCBA, the legal profession, and society. SOGI works to oppose discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression; to promote the expertise and advancement of
- [Women in the Profession](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/committees/women-in-the-profession/) - The Women in the Profession (“WIP”) Committee of the North Carolina Bar Association was created in 1993 based upon a recommendation from the NCBA’s Commission on the Status of Women that a permanent committee be established to assist women in the profession and to work toward a gender-neutral legal society in North Carolina. The WIP
- [Judicial Independence and Integrity](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/committees/judicial-independence-and-integrity-committee/) - The Judicial Independence and Integrity Committee strives, through educational and public information efforts, to increase awareness across all stakeholders of the importance of an independent judiciary and the critical role of the judicial branch. This committee supports the integrity of the civil and criminal justice systems in North Carolina by monitoring and addressing important
- [Legislative Advisory Committee](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/committees/legislative-advisory/) - Legislative Advisory Committee works with the NCBA’s Office of Governmental Affairs to provide advice and counsel to the Board of Governors regarding public policy and legislative priorities. It closely considers strategies and initiatives that the NCBA may undertake to effectively advance its legislative agenda, particularly on substantive legislation involving the legal profession and the administration
- [Continuing Legal Education Advisory](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/committees/continuing-legal-education-advisory/) - The Continuing Legal Education Advisory Committee provides strategic advice to the Director of CLE concerning offerings of the CLE department. Committee members with competencies in e-commerce, curriculum design, online learning management systems, adult learning, and publishing are sought.
- [NCBA Next Level Leadership Conference Agenda](https://www.ncbar.org/members/benefits/member-events/leadership-conferences/next-level-agenda/) - NCBA is pleased to present a conference for legal professionals with an established leadership track record. The carefully crafted sessions for this full-day conference are designed to test your thinking, inspire new ideas, and make them actionable. Join your peers as you network and learn from thought leaders who understand your leadership challenges. Who Can
- [Citizen Lawyer Award](https://www.ncbar.org/members/benefits/news-communications/awards-recognition/citizen-lawyer-award/) - The Citizen Lawyer Award was established to recognize and thank lawyers who, in addition to their legal work or pro bono work, exemplify the ideals of a citizen lawyer by volunteering their time for worthy community or civic causes to improve the quality of life of those in their local or statewide communities. This award
- [NCBA Rising Stars Leadership Conference Agenda](https://www.ncbar.org/members/benefits/member-events/leadership-conferences/rising-stars-agenda/) - NCBA is excited to present a leadership conference designed to empower emerging leaders with the skills to lead effectively. Learn proven strategies for leadership development, personal branding, and creating a sustainable impact, both in your career and your community. In addition to receiving focused training led by industry leaders and influencers, you’ll have the chance
- [Bankruptcy Leadership](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/bankruptcy/bankruptcy-leadership/)
- [Distinguished Paralegal Award](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/divisions/paralegal-division/distinguished-paralegal-award/) - The Paralegal Division of the North Carolina Bar Association is currently seeking nominations for its 2026 Distinguished Paralegal Award. This award recognizes outstanding achievements, professionalism and contributions by a North Carolina paralegal both professionally and personally within the recipient's community. Please take a few moments to nominate a Paralegal Division member (you may nominate yourself)
- [Harmony Award](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/dispute-resolution/harmony-award/) - The Dispute Resolution Section is seeking nominations for the Harmony Award, which is an annual award given to recognize a Dispute Resolution Section member who, during the award year: provided significant pro bono service as a dispute resolution professional; contributed to the dispute resolution field through volunteerism and leadership; and participated in general civic, community,
- [Peace Award](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/dispute-resolution/peace-award/) - The NCBA Dispute Resolution Section Peace Award recognizes an individual in North Carolina who has made a special commitment to the peaceful resolution of disputes. Nominations are restricted to North Carolina residents who are selected by the Section’s Nominating Committee based on contributions and commitment to the field of alternative dispute resolution including, but not
- [Estate Planning Section Distinguished Service Award](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/estate-planning-fiduciary-law/estate-planning-section-distinguished-service-award-2/) - The Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Section is seeking nominations for the Section's Distinguished Service Award. Any section member in good standing may nominate a candidate. The criteria to be considered for a qualified candidate is as follows: Be a member in good standing for twenty-five or more years of the NC Bar Association and
- [Charles F. Blanchard Young Lawyer of the Year Award](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/divisions/young-lawyers-division/charles-f-blanchard-young-lawyer-of-the-year-award/) - The Charles F. Blanchard Young Lawyer of the Year Award is named for Charles F. Blanchard, who served as the founding chair of the Young Lawyers Division from 1953-1955. This award was established to recognize young lawyers for their distinguished and meritorious service. This award is selected by the YLD Chair in consultation with current
- [Robinson O. Everett Professionalism Award](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/divisions/young-lawyers-division/robinson-o-everett-professionalism-award/) - The Robinson O. Everett Professionalism Award was established in 2010 in honor of Judge Robinson Everett, a Duke law professor and former Chief Judge of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces. The award recognizes young lawyers who embody the spirit of legal professionalism and service. This award is selected by the YLD
- [CLE Scholarship Program](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/elder-special-needs-law/cle-scholarship-program/) - The Elder & Special Needs Law (EL) Section Council annually considers and adopts as part of its budget an allowance for scholarships to be awarded to members of the Section. The purpose of awarding the scholarships is to facilitate participation and attendance at valuable CLE programs and meetings for members of the Section who otherwise
- [Ann L. Majestic Distinguished Service Award](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/education-law/ann-l-majestic-distinguished-service-award/) - Nomination Guidelines Please complete the form below and provide information on background and achievements of Nominee in education law, including practice or teaching area, publishing, speaking, professional activities, civic and community involvement and other achievements and awards received. Please comment upon the general nature of the Nominee’s representation or affiliation with education law interests, noting
- [Leadership Nominations](https://www.ncbar.org/leadership-nominations/) - One of the most important tasks NCBA President-Elect, Beth Langley, will undertake this year is appointing the leadership team for the coming year (2026-2027), a team that includes your incoming Chair and Vice-Chair/Co-Chair. Please submit nominations no later than Monday, March 9.
- [Appellate Practice Section Scholarship](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/appellate-practice/scholarship/) - The Appellate Practice Section is making a limited number of scholarships available to North Carolina appellate law clerks. This scholarship is open to North Carolina-based law clerks at the Supreme Court of North Carolina, the North Carolina Court of Appeals, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. Our mission statement provides
- [Pro Bono Award Nominations Form](https://www.ncbar.org/members/benefits/news-communications/awards-recognition/pro-bono-awards/pro-bono-award-nominations-form/) - 2026 Pro Bono Award Nominations Award recipients will be announced at the June 2026 NCBA Annual Meeting. Nomination of diverse candidates is strongly encouraged. Every nomination requires narrative describing the nominee’s achievements. At least one letter of support is strongly encouraged. For individual nominees, please also submit a resume or LinkedIn URL. Deadline to Submit
- [Legal Practice Hall of Fame](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/divisions/senior-lawyers-division/legal-practice-hall-of-fame/) - Induction in the Legal Practice Hall of Fame recognizes a lifetime of exemplary service and high ethical and professional standards as a practitioner of the law and for serving as a role model for all lawyers in North Carolina. Qualifications: Must be over the age of 60 years; Must be a current living member of
- [Directed Funds Request](https://www.ncbar.org/directed-funds-request/) - Sections and the Paralegal Division may request permission from the Executive Committee to direct current year budget funds to a specific event or project in the following bar year (in the following bar year, these funds will be considered “directed funds”). When combined with current year budget funds, sponsorship funds and other funding resources for
- [Grab a Coffee Program](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/divisions/law-student-division/grab-a-coffee-program/) - The Grab a Coffee Program is a virtual networking opportunity that seeks to pair law students statewide with practicing attorneys based on their practice area(s) of interest. Attorneys and law students will have the option to either meet in person or via Zoom or other software agreed upon by the attorney and student. They can discuss topics such as the
- [Construction Law Mediators](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/construction-law/construction-law-mediators/) - Name Firm City Phone Certification/Organization Will travel? (Y/N) Nan E. Hannah Hannah Sheridan & Cochran, LLP Raleigh 919-859-6840 NCDRC Certified MSC Mediator Y Richard D. Conner Conner Gwyn Schenck Greensboro 336-691-9222 NCDRC Certified MSC Mediator; Mediator, U.S. Middle District of NC; AAA Panel of Mediators; National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals Y Hank Jarrett Conner
- [Holidays and Religious Observances](https://www.ncbar.org/members/diversity-and-inclusion/holidays-and-religious-observances/) - Diversity of religious and cultural beliefs enriches the NCBA community and the work our members do. Below is a list of major Christian, Hindu, Islamic and Jewish holidays and religious observances, and U.S. public (Federal) holidays. This list is not exhaustive. The NCBA encourages employees, members and volunteers to consult the calendar before scheduling meetings
- [The Advocate's Award](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/litigation/the-advocates-award/) - The Litigation Section is pleased to solicit nominations for the Advocate's Award, to be conferred in June in conjunction with the annual meeting of the Litigation Section. Criteria: The Advocate's Award has been established to recognize members of the Litigation Section who are the "superstars" of our profession. The recipient of the award should: Have
- [H. Brent McKnight Renaissance Lawyer Award](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/committees/professionalism-committee/h-brent-mcknight-renaissance-lawyer-award/) - The H. Brent McKnight Renaissance Lawyer Award was established by the North Carolina Bar Association in honor of Judge McKnight’s contributions to professionalism and the practice of law in North Carolina, and in recognition of the enduring influence and high ideals of the full, accomplished life of a “Renaissance Lawyer.” Proposed by the NCBA Professionalism
- [Benefits](https://www.ncbar.org/members/benefits/) - The NCBA provides you valuable resources, services and benefits that will help you as a student, paralegal, attorney or professional. Take advantage of the exclusive member content and discounts below when you join. In addition to the benefits below, members also gain access to a Member Directory through the NCBA Portal.
- [YLD Quick Reference Guides](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/divisions/young-lawyers-division/yld-quick-reference-guides/) - The NCBA Young Lawyers Division has created a suite of “how-to” guides, free to NCBA members, to walk new attorneys through basic procedures in various types of law and to serve as a tool for experienced attorneys to brush up on practical skills.
- [Poster Competition – Grades K-5](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/divisions/young-lawyers-division/young-lawyers-division-law-week/poster-competition-grades-k-5/) - Students are prompted to select a topic or issue to write out which encapsulates the theme of law day “The Rule of Law and the American Dream”— the idea that no person is above the law — is what ensures the rights of the people to live their lives as freely as possible and to
- [Moot Court Competition - Grades 9-12](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/divisions/young-lawyers-division/young-lawyers-division-law-week/moot-court-competition-grades-9-12/) - Moot Court Registration | Complete form to register. The deadline to register for the regional competition is February 27, 2026. 2025-26 Moot Court Competition Instructions, Problem & Rules RULES The Problem You have been provided with: (1) the Moot Court Problem and Instructions; (2A) Petitioner’s Brief; (2B) Respondent’s Brief; (3) relevant excerpts from the lower
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- [CPM ICYMI Newsletter](https://www.ncbar.org/members/benefits/center-for-practice-management/cpm-icymi-newsletter/) - Each week the ICYMI newsletter from the Center for Practice Management provides the latest practice management news in a digestible format. We do the curating, so you don't have to! SUBSCRIBE NOW
- [Lawyer Referral Service](https://www.ncbar.org/members/benefits/lawyer-referral-service/) - The NCBA Lawyer Referral Service matches attorneys with members of the public who seek attorney referrals via the LRS call center and web-based referral requests. LRS member attorneys agree to offer an initial 30-minute consultation for $50 for LRS-referred clients (fees beyond that may be set directly by the attorney). Review a list of LRS
- [vLex Fastcase®](https://www.ncbar.org/members/benefits/vlexfastcase/) - Complimentary vLex Fastcase access is included with NCBA membership The NCBA knows the value of information: That’s why we made the North Carolina vLex Fastcase Premium Primary Law Database a no-cost member benefit. Simply put, if you are a member of the NCBA, you receive complimentary, unlimited access to the vLex Fastcase primary law library.
- [Government Affairs](https://www.ncbar.org/members/benefits/government-affairs/) - The NCBA Government Affairs team is the advocacy leader for North Carolina’s judicial system and attorneys. Our volunteer attorney experts provide analysis on a wide range of legislative topics and are a valued resource in the halls of the General Assembly and around the state. Our volunteer-led advocacy initiatives provide a voice in support of
- [Administrative Law Section Award For Excellence](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/administrative-law/award-for-excellence/) - The purpose of this award is to honor an outstanding Administrative Law Section attorney as an exemplar of the excellence, dedication and passion for administrative and/or regulatory law. The recipient of this award shall be selected from among nominated active, practicing Administrative Law Section attorneys, and must meet the following criteria: The attorney must currently
- [Insurance Law Section - Distinguished Service Award](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/insurance-law/insurance-law-section-distinguished-service-award/) - The Insurance Law Section is seeking nominations for the Section’s Distinguished Service Award. Any section member in good standing may nominate a candidate. Criteria For Nominee: Be a currently licensed member in good standing of the North Carolina State Bar, unless retired to inactive status under honorable conditions or retired from the practice of law.
- [Women in the Profession Committee – Resources](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/committees/women-in-the-profession/resources/) - Interested in learning more about women in the legal profession? Explore our important links listing now and bookmark your favorites. ABA Commission on Women in the Profession - The Commission on Women in the Profession, comprised of twelve members appointed by the ABA President, was created in 1987 to assess the status of women in
- [Young Lawyers Division Law Week](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/divisions/young-lawyers-division/young-lawyers-division-law-week/) - Law Week events are made possible by grant funding from the North Carolina Bar Foundation Endowment in cooperation with the Young Lawyers Division of the North Carolina Bar Association. Law Day was inspired by Charles S. Rhyne, president of the American Bar Association in 1957-58 who practiced law in Washington, D.C. In response to the
- [Tools](https://www.ncbar.org/members/tools/) - Access the tools NCBA members use the most.
- [Communities](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/) - The NCBA Communities group includes Sections, Divisions, select Committees and Interest Groups. Members can enhance their practices by joining Communities dedicated to their areas of concentration or professional interests. Access the NCBA Community Forums.
- [Diversity & Inclusion](https://www.ncbar.org/members/diversity-and-inclusion/) - We’re better together. Learn more about diversity and inclusion at NCBA.
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- [About NCBA](https://www.ncbar.org/explore-ncba/about/) - The North Carolina Bar Association is a voluntary membership organization of lawyers, judges, paralegals and law students dedicated to serving the public and the legal profession. Bylaws and Major Documents Access documents essential to the governance and operation of the North Carolina Bar Association and the North Carolina Bar Foundation. NCBA Mission Statement To serve
- [North Carolina Judicial Candidate Forums](https://www.ncbar.org/public/north-carolina-judicial-candidate-forums/) - The North Carolina Bar Association partnered with PBS North Carolina (formerly UNC-TV) to provide the public with an opportunity to hear firsthand from the candidates who sought judicial offices in North Carolina in 2024. 2024 NC Supreme Court Candidate Allison Riggs 2024 NC Supreme Court Candidate Jefferson Griffin 2024 NC Court of Appeals Candidates (Seat
- [Law Student Representatives](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/divisions/law-student-division/law-student-representatives/) - Campbell University Suzy Brito Lagunas Josh Peacock Laura Serratos Duke University Luke Li Roy Walker Elon University Rachel Claffee April Franklin Kristin Swilley Sierra Watkins Elon University (Charlotte) David Cody Liskey Veronica Peña High Point University Kiana Banks Philip Lewis Nyah Morgan North Carolina Central University Euraja Anderson Morgan Hyman Peter Kane Paulina Webber University
- [Board of Governors Proposed Meeting Dates](https://www.ncbar.org/explore-ncba/about/leadership/board-of-governors/proposed-meeting-dates/) - 2025 Jan. 23, 2025 | Winter Board of Governors Meeting April 4, 2025 | Spring Board of Governors Meeting June 26, 2025 | Summer Board of Governors Meeting Oct. 10, 2025 | Fall Board of Governors Meeting 2026 Jan. 22, 2026 | Winter Board of Governors Meeting Apr. 17, 2026 (tentative) | Spring Board of
- [Essay Contest – Grades 6-8 and 9-12](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/divisions/young-lawyers-division/young-lawyers-division-law-week/essay-contest-grades-6-8-and-9-12/) - Students are prompted to select a topic or issue to write out which encapsulates the theme of law day "The Rule of Law and the American Dream"— the idea that no person is above the law — is what ensures the rights of the people to live their lives as freely as possible and to
- [Essay Competition - Digital Submission](https://www.ncbar.org/essay-competition-digital-submission/) - The deadline for submissions is March 6, 2026.
- [Poster Competition - Digital Submission](https://www.ncbar.org/poster-competition-digital-submission/) - The deadline for submissions is March 6, 2026.
- [Moot Court Registration](https://www.ncbar.org/moot-court-registration/) - The deadline to register for the regional competition is February 27, 2026.
- [The Trailblazer Award for Women in Law](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/committees/women-in-the-profession/trailblazer-award-for-women-in-law/) - Tabitha Ann Holton* was the first woman admitted to the bar in North Carolina. By her twenties, Ms. Holton spoke four languages and was tutoring her brothers in the study of law. But when she traveled to Raleigh in 1878 to apply for a law license, she was forced to hire male counsel in order
- [Legal Practice Hall of Fame Recipients](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/divisions/senior-lawyers-division/legal-practice-hall-of-fame/recipients/) - Inducted as General Practice Hall of Fame 1989-2018. 1989 Harold K. Bennett, Asheville Joseph W. Grier Jr., Charlotte Kenneth R. Hoyle, Sanford Harvey A. Jonas Jr., Lincolnton Lindsay C. Warren Jr., Goldsboro Claud R. Wheatly Jr., Beaufort 1990 I. Murchison Biggs, Lumberton Weston P. Hatfield, Winston-Salem Martin Kellogg Jr., Manteo Herbert H. Taylor Jr., Tarboro
- [Planners](https://www.ncbar.org/cle/planners/) - Thank you for planning a CLE program with the NCBA! We have created this quick and easy resource guide to aid you in planning your program. The biggest responsibilities you will have are gathering a diverse lineup of speakers, creating an agenda for the program, reviewing speaker manuscripts and attending the program. Please utilize the resources
- [Peter S. Gilchrist III and Wade M. Smith Awards](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/criminal-justice/peter-s-gilchrist-iii-and-wade-m-smith-awards/) - The Criminal Justice Section is pleased to solicit nominations for the Peter S. Gilchrist III and Wade M. Smith Awards. At the 2008 Inaugural Awards Dinner in Charlotte, Peter S. Gilchrist III and Wade M. Smith were honored as a Prosecutor and Defense Attorney who exemplified the highest ideals and professionalism through their career. The
- [Tax Law Lifetime Achievement and Service Award](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/tax/the-lifetime-achievement-and-service-award/) - The Lifetime Achievement and Service Award recognizes attorneys who have demonstrated outstanding professional work and exemplary reputation in tax matters and have provided extraordinary service to the Section, the legal profession and the public in endeavors relating to the field of tax law and the mission and activities of the Section. Additional requirements and criteria: The
- [Outstanding Achievement Pro Bono Award](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/bankruptcy/bankruptcy-section-outstanding-achievement-pro-bono-award/) - The Bankruptcy Law Section of the North Carolina Bar Association Pro Bono Award Nomination for 2025 is now open. This award is intended to foster and recognize the outstanding pro bono efforts undertaken by Bankruptcy Section members during the year. Please take a few moments to nominate yourself or another Bankruptcy Section member and summarize
- [Lawyer Referral Service](https://www.ncbar.org/public/find-an-nc-lawyer/) - About the Lawyer Referral Service If you use the Lawyer Referral Service, it will cost you $50 for an initial 30-minute consultation with the attorney. By engaging with the services offered here, you agree to receive a referral and other LRS-related communications via the email address that you provide. Find a lawyer online (self-referral) The
- [Evelyn M. Coman Award for Distinguished Service in the Field of Construction Law](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/construction-law/evelyn-m-coman-award-for-distinguished-service/) - The Construction Law Section is pleased to solicit nominations for the Evelyn M. Coman Award for Distinguished Service. The Evelyn M. Coman Award for Distinguished Service in the Field of Construction Law recognizes a lawyer in North Carolina who has made a significant contribution in the field of construction law through case law or other
- [NCBA Public Service Academy](https://www.ncbar.org/ncba-public-service-academy/) - The North Carolina Bar Association is pleased to present the third NCBA Public Service Academy this fall. Conducted in association with The Institute for the Public Trust, the non-partisan program is designed to educate attorneys about the ins and outs of running for elective office. The third class of the NCBA Public Service Academy will
- [Apply for NCBA Public Service Academy](https://www.ncbar.org/ncba-public-service-academy/application/) - The Public Service Academy is a non-partisan program and the selection of any speaker or participant is not an endorsement of any party. Participants will be selected with the intent of creating a participant class that reflects many backgrounds, political viewpoints and geographic locations in the state. If you are not selected for this class,
- [Past Annual Meetings](https://www.ncbar.org/annual-meeting/past-annual-meetings/) - 2025 Annual Meeting | June 26-28, Asheville Videos 10th Annual Legal Legends of Color Awards Ceremony 2025 Annual Meeting Business of the Bar 2025 Annual Meeting Awards Dinner + Presidential Installation Disaster Legal Services: Serving Western North Carolina in the Wake of Tropical Storm Helene A Conversation with Roy Williams on Resiliency and Overcoming Challenges
- [Citizen Lawyer Award Recipients](https://www.ncbar.org/members/benefits/news-communications/awards-recognition/citizen-lawyer-award/citizen-lawyer-award-recipients/) - 2025 B. Joan Davis, Raleigh Dayatra T. Matthews, Raleigh B. Ford Robertson, Raleigh Peter J. Juran, Winston-Salem Meredith Nicholson, Durham John R. Cella Jr., Raleigh Maureen Demarest Murray, Greensboro 2024 Diana Santos Johnson, Winston-Salem Afi Johnson-Parris, Greensboro Elysia Prendergast-Jones, Raleigh Katie King, Winston-Salem Kate Gordon Maynard, Charlotte B. Perry Morrison Jr., Wilson Susan Vanderweert, Raleigh
- [H. Brent McKnight Renaissance Lawyer Award Recipients](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/committees/professionalism-committee/h-brent-mcknight-renaissance-lawyer-award/h-brent-mcknight-renaissance-lawyer-award-recipients/) - Award Recipients 2025 | Kirk G. Warner, Raleigh 2024 | D.C. “Mike” McIntyre, Hillsborough 2023 | David Gantt, Asheville 2022 | Robert "Bob" Sink, Charlotte 2021 | LeAnn Nease Brown, Chapel Hill 2020 | The Hon. Linda Stephens, Raleigh 2019 | The Hon. Robert F. Orr, Raleigh 2018 | J. Rich Leonard, Raleigh 2017 |
- [Make the Most of Your Membership](https://www.ncbar.org/make-the-most-of-your-membership/) - You just joined the NCBA, or maybe you've been a member for years – but aren't quite sure what first steps to take to get involved. It's time to make the most of your membership. Not a member? Join NCBA today. The NCBA is committed to offering you products, resources, and experiences that align with
- [Membership Scholarship Application](https://www.ncbar.org/explore-ncba/join/membership-rates/applications-and-scholarships/scholarship-application/) - The NCBA recognizes that, although the public perceives lawyers to be among the most affluent members of society, in fact, many attorneys struggle to make ends meet, need to pay off large amounts of law school debt, or sometimes suffer from economic hardship due to the poor job market, disabilities or other factors. The NCBA
- [NCBA History](https://www.ncbar.org/explore-ncba/about/ncba-history/) - The North Carolina Bar Association was founded in Raleigh on Feb. 10, 1899, and is based at the N.C. Bar Center, located in Cary at 8000 Weston Parkway. Leadership is provided by the NCBA Board of Governors under the direction of a president who serves a one-year term. The president is elected to the position
- [Immediate Past President](https://www.ncbar.org/explore-ncba/about/leadership/board-of-governors/immediate-past-president/) - Kimberly H. Stogner Immediate Past President Kimberly H. Stogner of Winston-Salem served as the 130th president of the North Carolina Bar Association. Stogner also served in 2024-25 as president of the North Carolina Bar Foundation. Stogner is a 1986 graduate (cum laude) of Wake Forest University and a 1994 graduate (cum laude) of Wake Forest
- [Email Spoofing Notice](https://www.ncbar.org/email-spoofing-notice/) - Attention NCBA Members: You may have received the spoofing email below claiming to be from NCBA Executive Director Jason M. Hensley. This is not a real email from Jason or the North Carolina Bar Association. If you received the email, please delete it. You may wish to block the sender address to reduce the frequency of
- [Prior Honorees - 2024](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/committees/minorities-in-the-profession/legal-legends-of-color/honorees/prior-honorees-2024/) - The ninth annual Legal Legends of Color Awards Celebration took place Thursday, June 20. The Legal Legends of Color Awards Celebration demonstrates the NCBA's commitment to embracing diversity and inclusion in the legal profession. The celebration is a time to recognize and honor attorneys and other legal professionals of color whose legacies represent ceilings broken
- [Construction Law Section Arbitrators](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/construction-law/construction-law-section-arbitrators/) - Name Firm City Phone Organization Willing to Travel (Y/N) Richard D. Conner Conner Gwyn Schenck Greensboro 336-691-9222 Member, AAA Construction Panel; AAA Large Complex Case Panel; AAA Construction Mega Project Panel; National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals; Y Caroline Trautman Oak City Law, LLP Durham 919-899-9655 Member, AAA Construction Panel Y Kelli Goss (General Counsel) McDonough
- [Member Communications](https://www.ncbar.org/members/benefits/news-communications/member-communications/) - NCBA members get exclusive access to digital and print publications updating you on statewide news, resources and events related to your practice and the profession. e-bar e-bar is the North Carolina Bar Association’s weekly electronic newsletter, providing timely information to members for more than two decades, including announcements, court opinions, Center for Practice Management insight
- [FAQ](https://www.ncbar.org/explore-ncba/join/faq/) - Review frequently asked questions about NCBA membership, benefits and
- [Military & Veterans Law CLE Scholarship Application](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/military-veterans-law/military-veterans-law-cle-scholarship-application/) - The North Carolina Bar Association Military & Veterans Law Section (NCBA-MVL) recognizes that, although the public perceives lawyers to be among the most affluent members of society, in fact many attorneys struggle to make ends meet, need to pay off large amounts of law school debt, or sometimes suffer from economic hardship due to the
- [Awards + Recognition](https://www.ncbar.org/members/benefits/news-communications/awards-recognition/) - The North Carolina Bar Association and North Carolina Bar Foundation present numerous awards at the NCBA Annual Meeting in June and at other times throughout the year. Annual Meeting Awards H. Brent McKnight Renaissance Lawyer Award Citizen Lawyer Award NCBA Pro Bono Awards Legal Legends of Color Award Section, Division and Committee Awards Administrative Law
- [Legal Legends of Color Nomination Confirmation](https://www.ncbar.org/legal-legends-of-color-nomination-confirmation/) - Thank you for submitting a nomination for the Legal Legends of Color Award (LLOC). The awardees will be honored at the LLOC Reception during the NCBA Annual Meeting in June 2025. Please contact BreAnne Shieh, bshieh@ncbar.org with any questions.
- [Section Member of the Year Award](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/intellectual-property-law/section-member-of-the-year-award/) - The NCBA IP Section of the year award is given to a member who: has made a positive impact and contribution on the practice of intellectual property law in North Carolina and within the North Carolina Bar Association Intellectual Property Section; is an intellectual property attorney in Good Standing with the NCBA; has expressed a
- [Intellectual Property Section Diversity Scholarship](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/intellectual-property-law/diversity-scholarship/) - The Intellectual Property section of the North Carolina Bar Association desires to support diversity in the IP profession. The application process is open to all law students enrolled and in good standing at a law school in North Carolina of any race, color, religion, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ethnicity,
- [North Carolina Bar Foundation](https://www.ncbar.org/explore-ncba/about/ncbf/) - Mission: Uniting the talent and generosity of our profession to be a power of greater good for the people of North Carolina. The North Carolina Bar Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that leads pro bono and civic education programs and development initiatives for North Carolina Bar Association members and the public. To learn more
- [Privacy Policy](https://www.ncbar.org/explore-ncba/about/privacy-policy/) - The North Carolina Bar Association understands that personal privacy and online security are of utmost importance to our members. Therefore, it is the policy of the NCBA to never sell or make available to third parties member email addresses outside the scope of communication regarding a specific and unique sponsored event. Sponsors or vendors are
- [McIntyre Youth Leadership Challenge Registration](https://www.ncbar.org/mcintyre-youth-leadership-challenge-registration/)
- [Bankruptcy Lifetime Achievement Award](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/bankruptcy/bankruptcy-lifetime-achievement-award/) - Bankruptcy Lifetime Achievement Award Nominations are closed for 2024. The Bankruptcy Section awards the Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of a Bankruptcy practitioner who, for not less than twenty five (25) years, has contributed to the betterment of the North Carolina Bar Association ("NCBA") Bankruptcy Section and the profession, and who has set an aspiring
- [CLE Scholarship](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/litigation/2025cle-scholarship/) - The North Carolina Bar Association Litigation Section recognizes that, although the public perceives lawyers to be among the most affluent members of society, in fact many attorneys struggle to make ends meet, need to pay off large amounts of law school debt, or sometimes suffer from economic hardship due to the poor job market, disabilities,
- [Construction Law Section Collaborative](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/construction-law/construction-law-section-collaborative/) - Name Firm City Phone Certification/Organization Willing to Travel? Bob Meynardie Meynardie & Nanney, PLLC Raleigh 919-747-7373 NCBA Training in Civil Collaborative Law; NC Civil Collaborative Law Association Y Richard D. Conner Conner Gwyn Schenck Greensboro 336-691-9222 NCBA Training in Civil Collaborative Law; NC Civil Collaborative Law Association Y Bill Blancato Blancato Mediation Services Winston-Salem 336-793-4238
- [John Dortch International Service Award](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/international-practice/john-dortch-international-service-award/) - The International Practice Section's John Dortch International Service Award was established in 1994 and recognizes lawyers who (1) have served as a role model for international law attorneys, (2) have demonstrated the highest level of ethical standards, and (3) have shown professional competence. Award Recipients 1994 | Horace B. Robertson, Jr. 1996 | Noel L.
- [Bylaws and Major Documents](https://www.ncbar.org/explore-ncba/about/bylaws-and-major-documents/) - The following documents are essential to the governance and operation of the North Carolina Bar Association and the North Carolina Bar Foundation. North Carolina Bar Association Bylaws North Carolina Bar Foundation Bylaws Joint Diversity Task Force Recommendations
- [Children's Champion Award](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/juvenile-justice-childrens-rights/childrens-champion-award/) - The Juvenile Justice & Children's Rights Section is pleased to solicit nominations for the Children's Champion Award, to be conferred in conjunction with the annual meeting of the Juvenile Justice & Children’s Rights Section. The Children’s Champion Award has been established to recognize members of the Juvenile Justice & Children’s Rights Section who are true
- [Habari](https://www.ncbar.org/members/diversity-and-inclusion/habari/)
- [NCBA Communities Committee and Subcommittee Interest](https://www.ncbar.org/communities-committee-interest/) - Thank you for your interest in serving on an NCBA Communities committee or subcommittee! If you have any questions, please reach out to your Communities Manager or communities@ncbar.org. NCBA Sections NCBA Divisions NCBA Committees
- [Government Affairs Update](https://www.ncbar.org/members/benefits/government-affairs/update/) - North Carolina General Assembly “Adjourns”: The North Carolina General Assembly concluded its main 2024 work session Thursday, June 27, by overriding Governor Roy Cooper's recent vetoes, placing a constitutional amendment on the November ballot about voting eligibility, and sending numerous bills to the Governor for action. However, it did not pass a comprehensive budget-adjustment measure
- [Judicial Independence](https://www.ncbar.org/public/judicial-independence/) - The judicial system is only effective when it is fair and impartial. Judicial independence is a critical part of ensuring that the rule of law operates to protect the civil, political, economic, and social rights of all citizens. By design, our judiciary is not controlled by the other branches, ensuring that we have judges who
- [2024 NCBA Annual Meeting CLE Materials](https://www.ncbar.org/2024-ncba-annual-meeting-cle-materials/) - NCBA 2024 Annual Meeting CLE and Professional Development Programming Access full session descriptions and speaker biographies. Click the sessions below to download the Program Materials. Select one session during each segment: Segment 1 1:55-2:55 PM | The Increasingly Elastic JD: Unconventional Career Paths | No materials available currently Moderator: Latasia A. Fields Panelists: Elizabeth A.
- [Prior Honorees - 2022](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/committees/minorities-in-the-profession/legal-legends-of-color/honorees/prior-honorees-2022/) - The seventh annual Legal Legends of Color Awards Celebration took place Thursday, June 23, 2022. The Legal Legends of Color Awards Celebration demonstrates the NCBA's commitment to embrace diversity and inclusion in the legal profession. The celebration is a time to recognize and honor attorneys and other legal professionals of color whose legacies represent ceilings
- [Prior Honorees - 2023](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/committees/minorities-in-the-profession/legal-legends-of-color/honorees/prior-honorees-2023/) - The eighth annual Legal Legends of Color Awards Celebration took place Thursday, June 22, 2023. The Legal Legends of Color Awards Celebration demonstrates the NCBA's commitment to embracing diversity and inclusion in the legal profession. The celebration is a time to recognize and honor attorneys and other legal professionals of color whose legacies represent ceilings
- [Real Property Distinguished Service Award](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/real-property/real-property-distinguished-service-award/) - The Real Property Section is pleased to solicit nominations for the Distinguished Service Award, to be conferred in conjunction with the annual meeting of the Real Property Law Section. Establishment of Award, Purpose and Criteria: The Real Property Section Distinguished Service Award is established to recognize, and to encourage others to emulate, extraordinary service to
- [Tips for Practice Success - May8 & 9](https://www.ncbar.org/members/benefits/center-for-practice-management/events/tips-for-practice-success-tips-today-you-can-use-tomorrow/) - Prepare for Practice Success! Two CLE Programs to Choose From | Day 1: How to Manage Your Workload - Time, Task, Email and Distraction Management for Lawyers, Day 2: Tips Today You Can Use Tomorrow Don't miss this one-of-a-kind CLE/CPM event packed with actionable tips and tactics that you and your team can immediately implement
- [Video Archives](https://www.ncbar.org/members/benefits/center-for-practice-management/video-archives/)
- [CLE Forms and Policies](https://www.ncbar.org/cle/forms-policies/) - Forms Partial Credit Form: Form used to indicate incomplete attendance at an NCBA event. NCBA Expense Report Form: Form used by NCBA volunteers (i.e. speakers, program planners, etc.) who incur expenses in connection with their time and service. CLE Made to Order Request Form: Online form used to submit a request to schedule a made-to-order CLE
- [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.ncbar.org/members/benefits/faq/)
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- [Director's Corner](https://www.ncbar.org/members/diversity-and-inclusion/ebony-bryant/) - Happy 2024! To our returning readers, thank you for sticking with Habari and coming back for the first edition of the new year. For those who are new, I’m grateful that you took a chance on this newsletter and hope that you find something that is helpful. It’s Black History Month! It has almost been
- [2024 Legal Legends of Color Nomination](https://www.ncbar.org/2024-legal-legends-of-color-nomination/) - The North Carolina Bar Association’s Minorities in the Profession Committee (MIP) is accepting nominations for its 9th Annual Legal Legends of Color Awards (LLOC). The awardees will be honored at the LLOC Reception during the NCBA Annual Meeting in June 2024. Nomination Criteria: To be eligible for nomination, a person must be (1) a lawyer
- [Distinguished Practitioner and Service Award](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/labor-employment-law/distinguished-practitioner-and-service-award/) - The Labor & Employment Section is pleased to solicit nominations for the Distinguished Practitioner and Service Award. Establishment of Award, Purpose and Criteria: The Distinguished Practitioner and Service Award Nominating exists to recognize an employment law practitioner for “Outstanding Service, Leadership, and/or Significant Contributions to the Development of Labor and Employment Law in North Carolina.”
- [Publishing Test](https://www.ncbar.org/publishing-test/) - Publish scheduled for 11/28/23 4pm - seeing it live
- [Moot Court Feedback Form](https://www.ncbar.org/moot-court-feedback-form/) - Your feedback will help improve the Law Week competitions. If you would like to hear back from the Law Week Committee regarding your responses, please include your contact information below.
- [NCBA CLE Policies](https://www.ncbar.org/cle/ncba-cle-policies/) - CLE Policies, Terms and Conditions Executive Education Policies, Terms and Conditions CLE Policies, Terms and Conditions Registration All registrations are processed after payment is received. To qualify for the early tuition rate, payment must be received prior to the deadline indicated. Stated early discount rate percentage is approximate. Registrations may be capped based on venue
- [Application | NCBF Scholarship for Children of Permanently Disabled or Slain NC Law Enforcement Officers](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/divisions/young-lawyers-division/ncbf-scholarship-for-children-of-permanently-disabled-or-slain-nc-law-enforcement-officers/application-ncbf-scholarship-for-children-of-permanently-disabled-or-slain-nc-law-enforcement-officers/)
- [Report on Relationships Between the NCBA and Systemic Racism](https://www.ncbar.org/members/diversity-and-inclusion/report-on-relationships-between-the-ncba-and-systemic-racism/) - A report has been completed by the North Carolina Bar Association (NCBA) identifying relationships between the NCBA and systemic racism in North Carolina. The report can be accessed through this link. The report is the result of research that began in relation to a North Carolina Bar Foundation Justice Fund that honors Governor Charles B.
- [Young Lawyers Division Leadership](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/divisions/young-lawyers-division/young-lawyers-division-leadership/)
- [Seniors Lawyer Division Leadership](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/divisions/senior-lawyers-division/seniors-lawyer-division-leadership/)
- [Paralegal Division Leadership](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/divisions/paralegal-division/paralegal-division-leadership/)
- [Zoning, Planning & Land Use Leadership](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/zoning-planning-land-use/zoning-planning-land-use-leadership/)
- [Workers' Compensation Leadership](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/workers-compensation/workers-compensation-leadership/)
- [Tax Leadership](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/tax/tax-leadership/)
- [Sports & Entertainment Leadership](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/sports-entertainment-law/sports-entertainment-leadership/)
- [Small Firm & Technology Leadership](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/small-firm-technology/small-firm-technology-leadership/)
- [Real Property Leadership](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/real-property/real-property-leadership/)
- [Privacy & Data Security Leadership](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/privacy-data-security/privacy-data-security-leadership/)
- [Labor & Employment Law Leadership](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/labor-employment-law/labor-employment-law-leadership/)
- [Military & Veterans Law Leadership](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/military-veterans-law/military-veterans-law-leadership/)
- [Litigation Leadership](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/litigation/litigation-leadership/)
- [International Practice Leadership](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/international-practice/international-practice-leadership/)
- [Juvenile Justice & Childrens' Rights Leadership](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/juvenile-justice-childrens-rights/juvenile-justice-childrens-rights-leadership/)
- [Intellectual Property Law Leadership](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/intellectual-property-law/intellectual-property-law-leadership/)
- [Environment, Energy & Natural Resources Law Leadership](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/environment-energy-natural-resources-law/environment-energy-natural-resources-law-leadership/)
- [Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Leadership](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/estate-planning-fiduciary-law/estate-planning-fiduciary-law-leadership/)
- [Family Law Leadership](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/family-law/family-law-leadership/)
- [Government & Public Sector Leadership](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/government-public-sector/government-public-sector-leadership/)
- [Health Law Leadership](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/health-law/health-law-leadership/)
- [Insurance Law Leadership](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/insurance-law/insurance-law-leadership/)
- [Elder & Special Needs Law Leadership](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/elder-special-needs-law/elder-special-needs-law-leadership/)
- [Education Law Leadership](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/education-law/education-law-leadership/)
- [Dispute Resolution Leadership](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/dispute-resolution/dispute-resolution-collaborative-law-leadership/)
- [Criminal Justice Leadership](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/criminal-justice/criminal-justice-leadership/)
- [Corporate Counsel Leadership](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/corporate-counsel/corporate-counsel-leadership/)
- [Construction Law Leadership](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/construction-law/construction-law-leadership/)
- [Constitutional Rights & Responsibilities Leadership](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/constitutional-rights-responsibilities/constitutional-rights-responsibilities-leadership/)
- [Business Law Leadership](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/business-law/business-law-leadership/)
- [Appellate Practice Leadership](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/appellate-practice/appellate-practice-leadership/)
- [Administrative Law Leadership](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/administrative-law/administrative-law-leadership/)
- [Antitrust & Complex Business Disputes Law Leadership](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/antitrust-complex-business-disputes-law/antitrust-complex-business-disputes-law-leadership/)
- [Distinguished Service Award](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/business-law/distinguished-service-award/) - The Business Law Section is pleased to solicit nominations for the Distinguished Service Award, to be conferred in conjunction with the annual meeting of the Business Law Section. Establishment of Award, Purpose and Criteria: The Business Law Section Distinguished Service Award is established to recognize, and to encourage others to emulate, extraordinary service to the
- [Statement from NCBA Board of Governors & Leadership](https://www.ncbar.org/statement-from-ncba-board-of-governors-leadership/) - The NCBA Board of Governors met with representatives of the Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Committee on Monday, June 5, and has issued the following statement: The Board of Governors and the NCBA acknowledge that the recent decision by NCBA leadership and the process surrounding the decision hurt and pained the members of SOGI, our
- [Prior Honorees - 2016](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/committees/minorities-in-the-profession/legal-legends-of-color/honorees/prior-honorees-2016/) - Prior Legal Legends of Color Award Honorees - 2016 To pin down one reason for their impact on the profession is a challenge. Many of the honorees were firsts in the paths they chartered. They impacted the judiciary, the advancement of the civil rights movement, the legal academy, increased access to justice for North Carolinians,
- [Prior Honorees - 2017](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/committees/minorities-in-the-profession/legal-legends-of-color/honorees/prior-honorees-2017/) - Prior Legal Legends of Color Award Honorees - 2017 To pin down one reason for their impact on the profession is a challenge. Many of the honorees were firsts in the paths they chartered. They impacted the judiciary, the advancement of the civil rights movement, the legal academy, increased access to justice for North Carolinians,
- [Prior Honorees - 2019](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/committees/minorities-in-the-profession/legal-legends-of-color/honorees/prior-honorees-2019/) - Prior Legal Legends of Color Award Honorees - 2019 To pin down one reason for their impact on the profession is a challenge. Many of the honorees were firsts in the paths they chartered. They impacted the judiciary, the advancement of the civil rights movement, the legal academy, increased access to justice for North Carolinians,
- [Prior Honorees - 2018](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/committees/minorities-in-the-profession/legal-legends-of-color/honorees/prior-honorees-2018/) - Prior Legal Legends of Color Award Honorees - 2018 To pin down one reason for their impact on the profession is a challenge. Many of the honorees were firsts in the paths they chartered. They impacted the judiciary, the advancement of the civil rights movement, the legal academy, increased access to justice for North Carolinians,
- [Try Someone New: Diverse Mediator List](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/dispute-resolution/diverse-mediators/) - The NCBA is launching the “Try Someone New” campaign to encourage all forms of diversity, equity and inclusion in dispute resolution. The Dispute Resolution Section has spearheaded this critical project and compiled a list of mediators of color to enhance the accessibility and acceptance of ADR, and to ensure that all available talent is deployed
- [Zoning, Planning & Land Use Scholarship](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/zoning-planning-land-use/zoning-planning-land-use-scholarship/) - The Zoning, Planning and Land Use Section of the North Carolina Bar Association is pleased to announce that it will award up to (2) $1000 scholarships to unpaid interns working in a North Carolina government or public interest law department (i.e. State, Federal, City or County) during Summer 2023. Preference will be given to applicants
- [Committee Interest ER](https://www.ncbar.org/committee-interest-er/) - Apply to Serve on an NCBA/NCBF Committee by March 31 The North Carolina Bar Association and North Carolina Bar Foundation depend on members to serve on committees to help shape our institutions, inspire the profession and serve the public. The committee application process for 2023-2024 is now open, and President-elect Patti Ramseur will make committee
- [Legal Feeding Frenzy 2023 FAQs](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/divisions/young-lawyers-division/legal-feeding-frenzy/legal-feeding-frenzy-faqs/) - Solving hunger requires teamwork and lots of it. Support the cause and volunteer at your local food bank. LEGAL FEEDING FRENZY (#NCLFF23) is an annual joint program of the North Carolina Bar Association Young Lawyers Division and Feeding the Carolinas food banks, supported by a grant from the North Carolina Bar Foundation Endowment. The month-long
- [About](https://www.ncbar.org/members/benefits/government-affairs/about/) - Meet the NCBA Government Affairs Team Michelle L. Frazier Michelle L. Frazier returned to the NCBA in January 2023 as the Director of Governmental Affairs and Policy. Michelle most recently served as a government relations attorney in the Raleigh office of Nexsen Pruet and represented clients before the legislative and executive branches. Michelle previously worked
- [Alfred L. Purrington III Memorial Public Service Award](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/business-law/alfred-l-purrington-iii-memorial-public-service-award/) - The Business Law Section is pleased to solicit nominations for the Alfred L. Purrington III Memorial Public Service Award, to be conferred in conjunction with the annual meeting of the Business Law Section. This award honors the memory of Alfred L. Purrington III, a distinguished member of the North Carolina Bar Association and a founder
- [Executive Director](https://www.ncbar.org/explore-ncba/about/leadership/board-of-governors/executive-director/) - Jason M. Hensley Jason M. Hensley began his service as Executive Director of the North Carolina Bar Association (NCBA) and the North Carolina Bar Foundation (NCBF) in January 2017. Previously, Jason served as in-house counsel for Bernhardt Furniture Company in Lenoir, NC – one of the largest and oldest privately owned furniture manufacturers in the
- [Pro Bono Volunteer Recognition](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/committees/pro-bono/pro-bono-volunteer-recognition/) - The Pro Bono Committee of the North Carolina Bar Association recognizes outstanding contributors to pro bono service by featuring volunteer spotlights in the NCBA Pro Bono Blog and other communications channels. Please help us identify pro bono program volunteers who go above and beyond in their service to their clients and communities by sharing volunteer
- [The Corporate Counselor's Award](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/corporate-counsel/the-corporate-counselors-award/) - The Corporate Counsel Section is pleased to solicit nominations for The Corporate Counselor’s Award. Criteria: The Corporate Counselor’s Award has been established to recognize members of the Corporate Counsel Section who are the “superstars” of our profession. The recipient of the award should: have the highest ethical standards; have shown great skill and ability as in-house
- [2022 Judicial Independence Symposium](https://www.ncbar.org/annual-meeting/past-annual-meetings/2022-judicial-independence-symposium/) - The 2022 NCBA Annual Meeting, held June 23-24 at the Benton Convention Center in Winston-Salem, included a symposium on judicial independence. The following sessions explore the current views of the judiciary and judicial independence in North Carolina, outline current and potential methods of judicial selection, and discuss judicial independence in North Carolina today and in
- [John McNeill Smith Jr. Award](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/constitutional-rights-responsibilities/john-mcneill-smith-jr-award/) - The John McNeill Smith Jr. Constitutional Rights & Responsibilities Section Award is to honor a person who has demonstrated extraordinary commitment to the ideals embodied in the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of North Carolina by the following: promoted the awareness and understanding on the part of the profession, the public, and/or
- [Prior Honorees - 2021](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/committees/minorities-in-the-profession/legal-legends-of-color/honorees/prior-honorees-2021/) - The sixth annual Legal Legends of Color Awards Celebration took place Friday, June 18. The Legal Legends of Color Awards Celebration demonstrates the NCBA's commitment to embrace diversity and inclusion in the legal profession. The celebration is a time to recognize and honor attorneys and other legal professionals of color whose legacies represent ceilings broken
- [NCBA Systems Update](https://www.ncbar.org/systems-update/) - North Carolina Bar Association systems will be offline for a scheduled upgrade starting at 3 p.m. on Friday, March 25. During this downtime, access to Fastcase®, Community Forums, Continuing Legal Education products, the Member Portal and the North Carolina Bar Foundation Donation Portal will be unavailable. We anticipate all systems will be operational on Monday,
- [BarCARES FAQ](https://www.ncbar.org/members/benefits/barcares/barcares-faqs/)
- [Local Hotel Information](https://www.ncbar.org/members/benefits/members-discounts-hotel-rates/) - Contact hotels directly for reservations at the special NCBA room rate. Rates are based on availability and rooms may sell out. Embassy Suites 201 Harrison Oaks Boulevard, Cary, NC 27513 Nightly Rate: $174 single/double Reservations: Click here or call 919.677.1840 (Corporate Account Code: 2691626) TownePlace Suites by Marriott 120 Sage Commons Way, Cary, NC 27513 Nightly Rate:
- [Brand](https://www.ncbar.org/brand/) - Insert intro text here.
- [Volunteer Leadership Resources](https://www.ncbar.org/brand/volunteer-leadership-resources/) - Thank you for volunteering with the NCBA + NCBF! One of the ways you can support our organizations through your time of leadership is through social media engagement. Below are four ways you can connect with and represent the NCBA + NCBF on social media: Follow the NCBA + NCBF on Social Media Add the
- [Media + Partners Resources](https://www.ncbar.org/brand/media-partners-resources/) - Thank you for partnering with the NCBA + NCBF! To best support our organizations through our partnership, please review the Brand Basics for Media + Partners sheets to ensure our brand standards are met in your marketing. Let the NCBA + NCBF Marketing Team know if you have any concerns or questions.
- [ICYMI Link Suggestion](https://www.ncbar.org/members/benefits/center-for-practice-management/cpm-icymi-newsletter/icymi-link-suggestion/) - Submit a Link Suggestion
- [Distinguished Service Award](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/antitrust-complex-business-disputes-law/distinguished-service-award/) - The Antitrust & Complex Business Disputes Law Section is pleased to solicit nominations for the Distinguished Service Award. The Distinguished Service Award was established to recognize members of the North Carolina Bar Association Antitrust & Complex Business Disputes Law Section (or others under extraordinary situations) who: have demonstrated the highest ethical standards; have shown a
- [Retire? Reset? Reinvent? – Planning for the Next Stage of Your Law Practice](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/committees/professional-vitality-committee/retire-reset-reinvent-resource/) - The NCBA Professional Vitality Committee creates sourced articles centered on reducing inherent stress and enhancing vitality in the lives of legal professionals and offers those resources as a benefit for members of the North Carolina Bar Association. A Dynamic New e-book for Planning for the Next Stage of Your Law Practice “It’s a dangerous business
- [Outstanding Achievement Pro Bono Award](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/intellectual-property-law/outstanding-achievement-pro-bono-award/) - Nominations Guidelines Complete the form below to nominate an individual. This award is intended to foster and recognize the outstanding pro bono efforts undertaken by Intellectual Property Section members. Please nominate yourself or another Intellectual Property Section member (including law firms and other organizations, such as in-house legal departments) and summarize the qualifying pro bono
- [Distinguished Service Award](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/health-law/distinguished-service-award/) - The Health Law Section is pleased to solicit nominations for the Distinguished Service Award. The Distinguished Service Award was established in 1993 to recognize the accomplishments of an attorney in the area of Health Law generally, and specifically, the Health Law Section of the North Carolina Bar Association. Nominations Guidelines Complete the form below to nominate
- [2021-2022 CLE Scholarship Program](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/elder-special-needs-law/2021-2022-cle-scholarship-program/) - The North Carolina Bar Association Elder and Special Needs Law Section (NCBA-EL) recognizes that, although the public perceives lawyers to be among the most affluent members of society, in fact many attorneys struggle to make ends meet, need to pay off large amounts of law school debt, or sometimes suffer from economic hardship due to
- [Prior Honorees - 2020](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/committees/minorities-in-the-profession/legal-legends-of-color/honorees/prior-honorees-2020/) - Prior Legal Legends of Color Award Honorees - 2020 In addition to appreciating their distinguished careers and various accolades, we asked our 2020 honorees to describe what they felt was an essential quality of leadership so that we can all learn from their experiences as trailblazing attorneys of color. Their remarkable responses are included below.
- [Legal Legends of Color Award Honorees](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/committees/minorities-in-the-profession/legal-legends-of-color/honorees/) - The sixth annual Legal Legends of Color Awards Celebration took place Friday, June 18. The Legal Legends of Color Awards Celebration demonstrates the NCBA's commitment to embrace diversity and inclusion in the legal profession. The celebration is a time to recognize and honor attorneys and other legal professionals of color whose legacies represent ceilings broken
- [Premier Pass Member Giveaway Registration - Round Two](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/divisions/paralegal-division/premier-pass-member-giveaway-registration-round-two/) - The Paralegal Division has funds left over in its budget, and felt the best use of some of these funds was to award Premier Passes to its members to be able to use through June 30, 2021, to register for the replay of the Paralegal Division Annual Meeting/Conference or any other programs you would like
- [Contact CPM](https://www.ncbar.org/members/benefits/center-for-practice-management/contact-cpm/) - Get in touch Schedule a consultation, sign up for CPM updates, or just ask a question!
- [Retire, Reset, Reinvent: Planning for the Next Stage of Your Law Practice | Forms + Other Downloads](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/committees/professional-vitality-committee/retire-reset-reinvent-resource/retire-reset-reinvent-resource-forms-other-downloads/) - Forms and Other Downloads DOWNLOAD THE FULL PUBLICATION Initial Checklist Protecting Clients Interest and Closing Office (PDF) Checklist for Closing Your Law Office (PDF) Checklist for Selling A Practice (PDF) Checklist for Transitioning Leadership in a Law Firm (PDF) Suggestions in Planning for Sabbatical/Extended Absence (PDF) How Prepared Is Your Practice (PDF) Law Office List
- [In Memoriam Submission](https://www.ncbar.org/members/benefits/news-communications/in-memoriam/in-memoriam-submission/) - In Memoriam provides NCBA members with information regarding the deaths of fellow lawyers, judges, paralegals and law students. Notify the NCBA of the death of a North Carolina lawyer, judge, paralegal or law student using the form below.
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- [Speakers](https://www.ncbar.org/cle/speakers/) - Thank you for choosing to speak at an NCBA CLE program! We have created this quick and easy resource guide to aid you in preparing your presentation. Your participation and support plays a vital role in making sure attendees receive quality materials and experience a great program. Please utilize the resources below to guide you
- [Become an Author](https://www.ncbar.org/cle/become-an-author/) - Do I have to be a long-time, experienced legal professional to write for the NCBA? We welcome proposals from both new and experienced legal professionals. If you are informed, enthusiastic and dedicated, we encourage you to reach out to us. What if I am interested in writing, but I don't have a particular topic in
- [Become a Speaker](https://www.ncbar.org/cle/become-a-speaker/) - With the help of volunteer speakers, the NCBA provides thousands of hours of high-quality CLE to attorneys across North Carolina each year. The expertise and commitment of these speakers is vital to the advancement of the profession, and we welcome the opportunity to work with you. Why should I speak for the NCBA? The NCBA
- [Speaker Information](https://www.ncbar.org/cle/speaker-information/)
- [Divisions](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/divisions/) - Learn more about our Divisions focused on law students, young lawyers, paralegals and senior lawyers. Access the NCBA Community Forums.
- [Mortgage Loss Mitigation Modification Training](https://www.ncbar.org/members/communities/sections/bankruptcy/mortgage-loss-mitigation-modification-training/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dx5prGVRdJs&feature=youtu.be
- [2018 Proposed North Carolina Constitutional Amendments](https://www.ncbar.org/public/constitutional-amendments/) - Learn more about the 2018 proposed North Carolina constitutional amendments in the videos below. Proposed Constitutional Amendment on Filling Judicial Vacancies Proposed Constitutional Amendment on the State Board of Ethics and Elections Brief Explanations of the Proposed 2018 Constitutional Amendments
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## Venues

- [Winston-Salem Marriott](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/winston-salem-marriott/)
- [Fullsteam at Boxyard RTP](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/fullsteam-at-boxyard-rtp/)
- [West Beach Conference Center, Kiawah Island Resorts](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/west-beach-conference-center-kiawah-island-resorts/)
- [Heist Brewery Barrel Arts](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/heist-brewery-barrel-arts/)
- [Incendiary Brewing](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/incendiary-brewing/)
- [The North Carolina Zoo](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-north-carolina-zoo/)
- [Kiawah Island Resort](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/kiawah-island-resort-2/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-266/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-267/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-268/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-261/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-262/)
- [North Carolina Museum of Art](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/north-carolina-museum-of-art/)
- [Whiskey Kitchen](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/whiskey-kitchen-12/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-254/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-255/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-259/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-260/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-251/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-253/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-257/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-258/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-248/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-249/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-250/)
- [Bourbon Bowl](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bourbon-bowl/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-244/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-245/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-246/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-247/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-240/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-241/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-242/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-243/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-235/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-39/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-236/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-237/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-239/)
- [Brooks Pierce](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/brooks-pierce-2/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-37/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-234/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-38/)
- [Green Man Brewery](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/green-man-brewery/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-233/)
- [Benton Convention Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/benton-convention-center/)
- [Holiday Inn - Wrightsville Beach](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/holiday-inn-wrightsville-beach-5/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-230/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-231/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-232/)
- [Tribeca Tavern](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/tribeca-tavern-4/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-226/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-227/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-228/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-229/)
- [Grandover Resort](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/grandover-resort-2/)
- [Sitti | Raleigh](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/sitti-raleigh/)
- [Tribeca Tavern](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/tribeca-tavern-3/)
- [Holiday Inn - Wrightsville Beach](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/holiday-inn-wrightsville-beach-2/)
- [Holiday Inn | Wrightsville Beach](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/holiday-inn-wrightsville-beach-4/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-223/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-224/)
- [Catawba Brewing Co](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/catawba-brewing-co/)
- [Tribeca Tavern](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/tribeca-tavern-2/)
- [The Bohemian](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-bohemian/)
- [Holiday Inn | Wrightsville Beach](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/holiday-inn-wrightsville-beach/)
- [The Crazy Axe](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-crazy-axe-2/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-221/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-222/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-35/)
- [Fox Rothschild | Greensboro](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/fox-rothschild-greensboro-3/)
- [UNC School of Law](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/unc-school-of-law/)
- [Tribeca Tavern](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/tribeca-tavern/)
- [Carolina Morning Stables](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/carolina-morning-stables/)
- [Worrell Professional Center (Room 1312) at Wake Forest University School of Law](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/worrell-professional-center-at-wake-forest-university-school-of-law/)
- [Durham Bulls Athletic Park](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/durham-bulls-athletic-park/)
- [Johnston Allison & Hord PA](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/johnston-allison-hord-pa/)
- [NC Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/nc-bar-center-22/)
- [Dilworth Grille](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/dilworth-grille/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-219/)
- [Peck & Plume in the Mayton Inn](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/peck-and-plume/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-220/)
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- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-33/)
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- [Litchfield, SC](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/litchfield-sc-2/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-31/)
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- [N.C. Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/n-c-bar-center/)
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- [University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | School of Law](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/university-of-north-carolina-at-chapel-hill-school-of-law/)
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- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-29/)
- [Foothills Brewing](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/foothills-brewing/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-214/)
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- [Whiskey Kitchen](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/whiskey-kitchen-11/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-216/)
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- [Grandover Resort](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/grandover-resort/)
- [Novelty House](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/novelty-house/)
- [Undercurrent Restaurant](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/undercurrent-restaurant/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-215/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-27/)
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- [Cotton House](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/cotton-house/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-213/)
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- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-23/)
- [Whiskey Kitchen](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/whiskey-kitchen/)
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- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-204/)
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- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-180/)
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- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-4/)
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- [Zoom - Virtual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-virtual-meeting/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-3/)
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- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-6/)
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- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-7/)
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- [Whiskey Kitchen](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/whiskey-kitchen-8/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-2/)
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- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom/)
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- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-202/)
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- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-17/)
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- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-14/)
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- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-199/)
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- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-181/)
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- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-270/)
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- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-327/)
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- [NC Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/nc-bar-center-40/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-325/)
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- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-323/)
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- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-315/)
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- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-307/)
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- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-291/)
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- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-286/)
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- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-274/)
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- [West Beach Conference Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/osprey-point-golf-course/)
- [Osprey Point Clubhouse](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/osprey-point-clubhouse/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-272/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-40/)
- [West Beach Conference Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-271/)
- [N.C. Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/n-c-bar-center-7/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-386/)
- [Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton LLP](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/wyrick-robbins-yates-ponton-llp/)
- [Kurtz Whitley Guy & Simos, PLLC](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/kurtz-whitley-guy-simos-pllc-2/)
- [Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton LLP](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/wyrick-robbins-yates-ponton-llp-2/)
- [NC Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/nc-bar-center-51/)
- [N.C. Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/n-c-bar-center-2/)
- [Kurtz Whitley Guy & Simos, PLLC](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/kurtz-whitley-guy-simos-pllc/)
- [Embassy Suites](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/embassy-suites-2/)
- [NC Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/nc-bar-center-44/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-52/)
- [Fox Rothschild](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/fox-rothschild-6/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-347/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-378/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-332/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-333/)
- [NC Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/nc-bar-center-42/)
- [Rooster's](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/roosters/)
- [Fox Rothschild, LLP](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/fox-rothschild-llp/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-331/)
- [NC Bar Association](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/nc-bar-association-86/)
- [NC Bar Association](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/nc-bar-association-87/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-363/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-377/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-348/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-372/)
- [WNCT TV - Greenville, NC](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/wnct-tv-greenville-nc/)
- [North Carolina Bar Association](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/north-carolina-bar-association-2/)
- [WECT TV - Wilmington,NC](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/wect-tv-wilmingtonnc/)
- [United Way of Greater Greensboro](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/united-way-of-greater-greensboro/)
- [Hutchen Law Firm LLP - Fayetteville](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/hutchen-law-firm-llp-fayetteville-2/)
- [Virtual - Telzio app.](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/virtual-telzio-app-2/)
- [Virtual - Telzio App.](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/virtual-telzio-app-3/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-380/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-381/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-362/)
- [North Carolina Bar Association](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/north-carolina-bar-association/)
- [Okja](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/okja/)
- [North Carolina Bar Association](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/north-carolina-bar-association-3/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-371/)
- [N.C. Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/n-c-bar-center-4/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-74/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-375/)
- [UNC Charlotte](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/unc-charlotte/)
- [Okja K-Pub & Restaurant](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/okja-k-pub-restaurant-3/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-373/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-374/)
- [Grandover Resort](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/grandover-resort-4/)
- [The Law Office of James Scott Farrin](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-law-office-of-james-scott-farrin/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-366/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-367/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-384/)
- [Foothills Brewing](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/foothills-brewing-2/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-364/)
- [Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/charlotte-center-for-legal-advocacy/)
- [Okja K-Pub & Restaurant](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/okja-k-pub-restaurant-4/)
- [Bad Axe Throwing](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bad-axe-throwing/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-383/)
- [UNC School of Law](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/unc-school-of-law-3/)
- [UNC School of Law](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/unc-school-of-law-2/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-379/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-387/)
- [The Umstead Hotel and Spa](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-umstead-hotel-and-spa/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-376/)
- [North Carolina Bar Association Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/north-carolina-bar-association-bar-center/)
- [Virtual - Telzio App.](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/virtual-telzio-app/)
- [Blue Ridge Public Radio](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/blue-ridge-public-radio/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-60/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-58/)
- [Campbell School of Law](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/campbell-school-of-law/)
- [Tharrington Smith](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/tharrington-smith-2/)
- [NC Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/nc-bar-center-48/)
- [WRAL TV](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/wral-tv/)
- [Wake County Legal Support Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/wake-county-legal-support-center/)
- [Robinson Bradshaw](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/robinson-bradshaw-4/)
- [Rosecomb Beer Garden](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/rosecomb-beer-garden/)
- [Robinson Bradshaw - Charlotte](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/robinson-bradshaw-charlotte-2/)
- [Top Golf - Charlotte](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/top-golf-charlotte/)
- [NC Bar Association](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/nc-bar-association-85/)
- [Elon Law School](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/elon-law-school/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-68/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-69/)
- [NC Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/nc-bar-center-52/)
- [Mecklenburg County Courthouse](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/mecklenburg-county-courthouse/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-354/)
- [Elon University School of Law](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/elon-university-school-of-law/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-54/)
- [SouthEnd Brewing](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/southend-brewing/)
- [Bourbon Bowl](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bourbon-bowl-3/)
- [Brooks Pierce](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/brooks-pierce-3/)
- [Cary Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/cary-bar-center-2/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-53/)
- [Okja K-Pub & Restaurant](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/tribeca-tavern-5/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-55/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-216/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-217/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-215/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-657/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-658/)
- [Fox Rothschild LLP](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-214/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-656/)
- [UNC Boardroom, 5003](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/unc-boardroom-5003/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-213/)
- [Embassy Suites](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/embassy-suites-5/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-655/)
- [Sono Sushi](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/whiskey-kitchen-17/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-654/)
- [Robinson Bradshaw](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/robinson-bradshaw-8/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-653/)
- [Raleigh Marriott Crabtree Valley Hotel](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/raleigh-marriott-crabtree-valley-hotel/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-212/)
- [Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/pauli-murray-center-for-history-and-social-justice-2/)
- [Robinson Bradshaw & Hinson](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/robinson-bradshaw-hinson/)
- [Robinson Bradshaw](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/robinson-bradshaw-7/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-651/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-652/)
- [Grandover Resort](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/grandover-resort-17/)
- [Rudino's](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/rudinos/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-646/)
- [North Carolina Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/north-carolina-bar-center-15/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-649/)
- [Womble Bond Dickinson](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-210/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-644/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-645/)
- [N.C. Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/n-c-bar-center-10/)
- [Campbell University School of Law](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/campbell-university-school-of-law-4/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-643/)
- [Raleigh National Cemetery](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/raleigh-national-cemetery-3/)
- [Dean Smith Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/dean-smith-center/)
- [Tobacco Road Sports Cafe](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/tobacco-road-sports-cafe-6/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-209/)
- [The Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-bar-center-32/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-641/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-208/)
- [Moore & Van Allen, PLLC](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/moore-van-allen-pllc-4/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-640/)
- [The GOAT](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-goat-4/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-639/)
- [Via Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/via-zoom-20/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-637/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-638/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-635/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-636/)
- [Via Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/via-zoom-19/)
- [Boxcar Bar + Arcade](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/boxcar-bar-arcade-4/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-634/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-207/)
- [Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/food-bank-of-central-eastern-north-carolina-4/)
- [Ward and Smith, P.A.](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/ward-and-smith-personal-injury/)
- [Ward and Smith, P.A.](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/ward-and-smith-personal-injury-2/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-206/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-633/)
- [Tuggle Duggins P.A](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/tuggle-duggins-p-a-2/)
- [Marriott Greensboro Downtown](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/marriott-greensboro-downtown/)
- [Peck Elementary School](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/peck-elementary-school-2/)
- [SouthEnd Brewing Company](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/southend-brewing-company/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-642/)
- [NC Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/nc-bar-center-99/)
- [Flying Bull Restaurant and Brewery](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/flying-bull-restaurant-and-brewery/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-631/)
- [Peck Elementary School](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/peck-elementary-school/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-629/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-630/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-627/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-628/)
- [Clutch Kitchen & Pub House](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/clutch-kitchen-pub-house-2/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-624/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-625/)
- [Law Offices of L. Nicole Patino](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/law-offices-of-l-nicole-patino/)
- [Lucky 32 Southern Kitchen](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/lucky-32-southern-kitchen-2/)
- [Academy Street Bistro](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/academy-street-bistro-9/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-622/)
- [The Draftsman Bar + Lounge](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-draftsman-bar-lounge/)
- [Winston's Grille](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/winstons-grille/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-621/)
- [Tuggle Duggins P.A.](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/tuggle-duggins-p-a/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-201/)
- [Mez Contemporary Grill](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/mez-contemporary-grill/)
- [Cliffs Of The Neuse State Park](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/cliffs-of-the-neuse-state-park/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-620/)
- [The Velvet Hippo Bar & Lounge](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-velvet-hippo-bar-lounge/)
- [Hop Shots Mini Golf](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/hop-shots-mini-golf/)
- [The GOAT Brier Creek](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-goat-brier-creek/)
- [NCCU School of Law](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/nccu-school-of-law-6/)
- [Carolina Club](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/carolina-club/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-200/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-619/)
- [NC Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/nc-bar-center-98/)
- [Top Golf](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/top-golf/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-199/)
- [Charlotte Motor Speedway](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/charlotte-motor-speedway-2/)
- [Reynolda Gardens](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/reynolda-gardens/)
- [NC Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/nc-bar-center-97/)
- [North Carolina Museum of Art](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/north-carolina-museum-of-art-4/)
- [NC Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/nc-bar-center-96/)
- [Guilford Green Foundation & LGBTQ Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/guilford-green-foundation-lgbtq-center-10/)
- [Brooks Pierce](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/brooks-pierce-16/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-615/)
- [NC Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/nc-bar-center-95/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-198/)
- [Undercurrent Restaurant](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/undercurrent-restaurant-2/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/west-beach-conference-center-4/)
- [North Carolina Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/north-carolina-bar-center-14/)
- [NC Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/nc-bar-center-94/)
- [Wake Forest University School of Law](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/wake-forest-university-school-of-law-4/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-614/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-612/)
- [NC Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/nc-bar-center-93/)
- [Pin Point Indoor Pickleball & Golf](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/pin-point-indoor-pickleball-golf/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-196/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-610/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-611/)
- [Academy Street Bistro](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/204-north-kitchen-cocktails-2/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-609/)
- [The Winston Salem Marriott](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-winston-salem-marriott/)
- [The Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-bar-center-31/)
- [Incendiary Brewing Company](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/incendiary-brewing-company-4/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-608/)
- [The Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-bar-center-30/)
- [The Aloft Wilmington - WXYZ Patio](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/renaissance-asheville-downtown-4/)
- [The Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center | The Parlour](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-aloft-wilmington-at-coastline-center-the-parlour/)
- [North Carolina Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/north-carolina-bar-center-13/)
- [Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/aloft-wilmington-at-coastline-center-2/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-195/)
- [NC Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/nc-bar-center-92/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-603/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-604/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-605/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-602/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/brooks-pierce-15/)
- [Wong's Tacos](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/wongs-tacos/)
- [Fox Rothschild LLP.](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-601/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-599/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-600/)
- [The Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-bar-center-29/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-194/)
- [Maynard Nexsen](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/maynard-nexsen/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-598/)
- [Wake Forest School of Law](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/wake-forest-school-of-law-9/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-596/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-597/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-193/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-595/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-593/)
- [Via Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/via-zoom-18/)
- [Patrick Beaver Memorial Library](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/patrick-beaver-memorial-library/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-592/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-190/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-191/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-192/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-188/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-189/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-591/)
- [Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/embassy-suites-by-hilton-charlotte-uptown-6/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-186/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-187/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-590/)
- [Kiawah Island Golf Resort](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/kiawah-island-golf-resort-7/)
- [NC Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/nc-bar-center-91/)
- [Ocean Course Clubhouse | PGA Room](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/ocean-course-clubhouse-pga-room-2/)
- [Osprey Point Clubhouse](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/osprey-point-clubhouse-4/)
- [West Beach Conference Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/johnston-allison-hord-p-a-5/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-589/)
- [Asheville Renaissance Hotel](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/asheville-renaissance-hotel/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-185/)
- [Napa on Providence](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/napa-on-providence/)
- [White Labs Brewing Co.](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/white-labs-brewing-co/)
- [Van Winkle Law Firm](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/van-winkle-law-firm/)
- [Renaissance Asheville Downtown Hotel](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/renaissance-asheville-downtown-hotel-8/)
- [Drive Shack Raleigh](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/drive-shack-raleigh-4/)
- [Renaissance Asheville Downtown Hotel](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/renaissance-asheville-downtown-hotel-7/)
- [Rally Point Sport Grill](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/rally-point-sport-grill-2/)
- [Drive Shack](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/drive-shack-2/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-184/)
- [Sitti](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/sitti-2/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-587/)
- [The Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-588/)
- [Bourbon Bowl](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bourbon-bowl-6/)
- [North Carolina Zoo](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/lenovo-center-2/)
- [3rd & Fernwood](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bourbon-bowl-5/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-183/)
- [The Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-bar-center-28/)
- [Durham Bulls Baseball Game](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/kenan-stadium-at-unc-chapel-hill-3/)
- [Billy's Farm](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/billys-farm/)
- [NC Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/nc-bar-center-90/)
- [Beaufort Hotel](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/beaufort-hotel/)
- [The Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-bar-center-27/)
- [Town Brewing Company](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/town-brewing-company-7/)
- [The Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-bar-center-26/)
- [Topgolf Durham](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/topgolf-durham-2/)
- [Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/pauli-murray-center-for-history-and-social-justice/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-585/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-586/)
- [Village Tavern](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/village-tavern/)
- [Renaissance Asheville Downtown Hotel](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/renaissance-asheville-downtown-hotel-6/)
- [Whiskey Kitchen](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/whiskey-kitchen-16/)
- [Total Escape - Escape Room](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/total-escape-escape-room/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-182/)
- [Lulu Bang Bang](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/lulu-bang-bang-2/)
- [Smith Anderson](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/smith-anderson-2/)
- [Renaissance Asheville Downtown Hotel](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/renaissance-asheville-downtown-hotel-5/)
- [Kiawah Island Conference Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/kiawah-island-conference-center/)
- [Pack's Tavern](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/packs-tavern-2/)
- [Renaissance Hotel Asheville](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/renaissance-hotel-asheville/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-582/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-583/)
- [Turtle Point Clubhouse](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/turtle-point-clubhouse-2/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-581/)
- [Rally Point Sport Grill](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/rally-point-sport-grill/)
- [Kiawah Golf Resort - Carolina Room](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/asheville-3/)
- [Charlotte Knights Stadium](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/charlotte-knights-stadium/)
- [First National Bank Field](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/first-national-bank-field-5/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-580/)
- [Durham Bulls Athletic Park](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/durham-bulls-athletic-park-6/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-579/)
- [Embassy Suites by Hilton Charlotte Uptown](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/embassy-suites-by-hilton-charlotte-uptown-5/)
- [Uptown Social](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/uptown-social/)
- [Oden Brewing Company](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/oden-brewing-company/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-578/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-181/)
- [Legion Brewing Plaza Midwood](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/legion-brewing-plaza-midwood/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-179/)
- [Jiddi Space Courtyard](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/jiddi-space-courtyard/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-180/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-577/)
- [Embassy Suites by Hilton Charlotte Uptown](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-178/)
- [Via Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/via-zoom-17/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-576/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-177/)
- [Renaissance Asheville Downtown Hotel](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/charlotte-convention-center/)
- [Brooks Pierce](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/brooks-pierce-13/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-574/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-575/)
- [NC Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/nc-bar-center-89/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-176/)
- [Osprey Point Clubhouse, Kiawah Island Resort](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/osprey-point-clubhouse-kiawah-island-resort-2/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-175/)
- [Level 7 Rooftop Bar](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/level-7-rooftop-bar/)
- [NC Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/nc-bar-center-87/)
- [NC Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/nc-bar-center-88/)
- [Durham Bulls Athletic Park](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/durham-bulls-athletic-park-5/)
- [Flying Saucer Draught Emporium](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/flying-saucer-draught-emporium-2/)
- [Via Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/via-zoom-16/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-174/)
- [Wake Forest University School of Law](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/wake-forest-university-school-of-law-3/)
- [Glasshouse Kitchen](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/glasshouse-kitchen/)
- [Urban District Market](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/urban-district-market/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-572/)
- [Colletta](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/colletta/)
- [Campbell University, Room 413](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/campbell-university-room-413/)
- [Johnston, Allison & Hord, P.A.](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/womble-bond-dickinson-5/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-571/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-570/)
- [Haw River Tap & Table](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/haw-river-table-tap/)
- [Womble Bond Dickinson](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/womble-bond-dickinson-4/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-568/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-173/)
- [Camp Weaver](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/camp-weaver/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-569/)
- [Campbell Law School](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/campbell-law-school-6/)
- [The Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-bar-center-24/)
- [Brooks Pierce](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/brooks-pierce-12/)
- [The North Carolina Zoo](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-north-carolina-zoo-5/)
- [Divine Llama Vineyards & Farm](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/divine-llama-vineyards-farm/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-567/)
- [North Carolina Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/north-carolina-bar-center-11/)
- [Culp Elliott & Carpenter, PLLC](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/culp-elliott-carpenter-pllc/)
- [Culp Elliott & Carpenter, PLLC](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/culp-elliott-carpenter-pllc-2/)
- [Brooks Pierce](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/wake-forest-school-of-law-8/)
- [The Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-bar-center-23/)
- [Grandover Resort & Spa, a Wyndham Grand Hotel](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/grandover-resort-spa-a-wyndham-grand-hotel-2/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-566/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-172/)
- [Poyner Spruill LLP](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/poyner-spruill-llp-2/)
- [RallyPoint Sports Grill](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/rallypoint-sports-grill-2/)
- [State of Beer](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/state-of-beer-2/)
- [Grandover Resort & Spa, a Wyndham Grand Hotel](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/grandover-resort-spa-a-wyndham-grand-hotel/)
- [The Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-bar-center-22/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-564/)
- [Whiskey Kitchen](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/whiskey-kitchen-15/)
- [Gradover Resort & Spa](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/gradover-resort-spa/)
- [Jaguar Bolera](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/jaguar-bolera/)
- [Grandover Resort](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/grandover-resort-15/)
- [NC Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/nc-bar-center-86/)
- [Moore & Van Allen PLLC](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/moore-van-allen-pllc-2/)
- [Rizzo Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/rizzo-center-2/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-563/)
- [Grandover Resort & Spa](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/rizzo-center/)
- [Grandover Resort](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/grandover-resort-14/)
- [Kenan Center, University of Chapel Hill](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/kenan-center-university-of-chapel-hill/)
- [Rizzo Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/kenan-center-university-of-chapel-hill-2/)
- [Hi-Wire Brewing Durham](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/hi-wire-brewing-durham/)
- [NC Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/nc-bar-center-85/)
- [Via Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/via-zoom-15/)
- [Ky's Kandles](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/kys-kandles/)
- [Town Brewing Company](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/town-brewing-company-5/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-562/)
- [Wake Forest University School of Law](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/ward-and-smith-p-a-8/)
- [The North Carolina Zoo](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-north-carolina-zoo-4/)
- [Grandover Resort](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/grandover-resort-13/)
- [Bordeaux Community Library](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bordeaux-community-library/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/kilpatrick-townsend-2/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-171/)
- [Tandem](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/tandem/)
- [NCCU School of Law](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/campbell-university-school-of-law-3/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-560/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-561/)
- [Campbell Law School](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/campbell-law-school-5/)
- [Brooks Pierce](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/brooks-pierce-11/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-559/)
- [The Vine](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-vine/)
- [Lenovo Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/lenovo-center/)
- [The Sheraton Raleigh](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-benton-convention-center-3/)
- [Fox Rothschild](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/fox-rothschild-8/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-170/)
- [NC Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bowstring-pizza-and-brewyard-2/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-558/)
- [The Sheraton Raleigh](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-sheraton-raleigh/)
- [Administrative Office of the Courts](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/administrative-office-of-the-courts/)
- [Grandover Resort](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/grandover-resort-12/)
- [Mecklenburg County Courthouse](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/mecklenburg-county-courthouse-4/)
- [The Sheraton Raleigh (Magnolia Room)](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-sheraton-raleigh-magnolia-room/)
- [Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/guilford-green-foundation-lgbtq-center-9/)
- [Legion Brewing](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/legion-brewing/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-168/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-169/)
- [Natty Greene's](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/natty-greenes/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-555/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-167/)
- [Via Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/via-zoom-14/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-553/)
- [Fox Rothschild LLP](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/fox-rothschild-llp-7/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-164/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-552/)
- [Brooks Pierce](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/brooks-pierce-10/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-550/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-163/)
- [North Carolina Bar Association](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/north-carolina-bar-association-6/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-161/)
- [Raleigh Marriott Crabtree Valley](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/embassy-suites-by-hilton-raleigh-durham-research-triangle/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-554/)
- [Hamilton Stephens Steele + Martin](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/hamilton-stephens-steele-martin/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-547/)
- [The Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-bar-center-21/)
- [Maynard Nexsen PC](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/maynard-nexsen-pc/)
- [The Catawba River Lodge](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-catawba-river-lodge/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-546/)
- [NC Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/nc-bar-center-83/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-160/)
- [NC Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/nc-bar-center-82/)
- [Grandover Resort](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/grandover-resort-11/)
- [Tribeca Tavern](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/okja-k-pub-restaurant-5/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-159/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-158/)
- [The Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-bar-center-20/)
- [Embassy Suites](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/embassy-suites-4/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-545/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-544/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-156/)
- [North Carolina Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/north-carolina-bar-center-10/)
- [Womble Bond Dickinson](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/womble-bond-dickinson-3/)
- [Four Points by Sheraton Greensboro Airport](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/four-points-by-sheraton-greensboro-airport/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-542/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-543/)
- [NC State Bar](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/nc-state-bar/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-541/)
- [The Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-bar-center-19/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-539/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-537/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-538/)
- [North Carolina Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/north-carolina-bar-center-9/)
- [Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/food-bank-of-central-eastern-north-carolina-3/)
- [Raleigh National Cemetery](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/raleigh-national-cemetery/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-536/)
- [The Velvet Hippo Bar & Lounge](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-bohemian-wine-bar/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-534/)
- [NC Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/nc-bar-center-81/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-535/)
- [Tin Roof](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/tin-roof/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-152/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-531/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-532/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-533/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-529/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-530/)
- [Guilford Green Foundation & LGBTQ Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/guilford-green-foundation-lgbtq-center-8/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-527/)
- [Tuggle Duggins, PA](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/tuggle-duggins-pa-6/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-149/)
- [Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bowstring-pizza-and-brewyard/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-525/)
- [The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery & Biergarten](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-olde-mecklenburg-brewery-biergarten/)
- [Flying Saucer](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/flying-saucer-draught-emporium/)
- [The Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-bar-center-18/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-524/)
- [Mez Contemporary Mexican](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/mez-contemporary-mexican/)
- [Le Méridien Charlotte](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/renaissance-asheville-downtown-hotel-4/)
- [Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/holiday-inn-resort-lumina-on-wrightsville-beach-3/)
- [Landfall Executive Suites / Eastwood Executive Suites](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/landfall-executive-suites-eastwood-executive-suites/)
- [Le Méridien Charlotte](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/renaissance-asheville-downtown-hotel-3/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-522/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-523/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-146/)
- [NCCU School of Law](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/nccu-school-of-law-5/)
- [Via Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/via-zoom-12/)
- [Incendiary Brewing Company](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/incendiary-brewing-company-3/)
- [204 North Kitchen & Cocktails](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/204-north-kitchen-cocktails/)
- [McGuireWoods LLP](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/mcguirewoods-llp-2/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-521/)
- [Clutch Kitchen & Pub House](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/clutch-kitchen-pub-house/)
- [Bluewater Waterfront Grill](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bluewater-waterfront-grill-2/)
- [Bull City Ciderworks](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bull-city-ciderworks/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-144/)
- [Holiday Inn Resort Lumina](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/holiday-inn-resort-lumina-5/)
- [NC Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/nc-bar-center-80/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-519/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-515/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-516/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-517/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-514/)
- [Academy Street Bistro](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/academy-street-bistro-8/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-143/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-513/)
- [Charlotte Pedal Pub](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/duplin-winery-2/)
- [Tuggle Duggins Attorneys at Law](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/tuggle-duggins-attorneys-at-law/)
- [North Carolina Museum of Art](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/north-carolina-museum-of-art-3/)
- [Kilpatrick Townsend](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/kilpatrick-townsend/)
- [Campbell Law School](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-510/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-512/)
- [Hester Park](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/falls-lake-state-recreation-area-3/)
- [Brooks Pierce](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/brooks-pierce-6/)
- [Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/guilford-green-foundation-lgbtq-center-7/)
- [Tobacco Road Sports Café](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/tobacco-road-sports-cafe-4/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-509/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-518/)
- [The GOAT Brier Creek](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-goat-durham-3/)
- [Tobacco Road Sports Cafe](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/tobacco-road-sports-cafe-3/)
- [Duplin Winery](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/duplin-winery/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/west-beach-conference-center-3/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-508/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-507/)
- [Wake Forest School of Law](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/wake-forest-school-of-law-6/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-506/)
- [North Carolina Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/north-carolina-bar-center-8/)
- [Ward and Smith, P.A](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-141/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-526/)
- [NC Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/nc-bar-center-79/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-505/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-139/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-504/)
- [NC Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/nc-bar-center-78/)
- [NC Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/nc-bar-center-77/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-503/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-501/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-502/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-499/)
- [The Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-bar-center-17/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-498/)
- [The Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-bar-center-15/)
- [The Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/the-bar-center-16/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-497/)
- [NC Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/nc-bar-center-76/)
- [Topgolf Durham](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/topgolf-durham/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-496/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-494/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-495/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-493/)
- [Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/bar-center-138/)
- [NC Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/nc-bar-center-74/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-492/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-490/)
- [Zoom](https://www.ncbar.org/venue/zoom-491/)

## Organizers

- [Sam Currin](https://www.ncbar.org/organizer/sam-currin/)

## Events

- [False Claims Act Enforcement: 2025 Review and 2026 Forecast](https://www.ncbar.org/event/false-claims-act-enforcement-2025-review-and-2026-forecast-2/) - This presentation offers a practical retrospective on False Claims Act (FCA) enforcement developments in 2025 and the first quarter of 2026.
- [47th Annual Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Program](https://www.ncbar.org/event/47th-annual-estate-planning-fiduciary-law-program/) - Join us this summer at Kiawah Island for the 47th Annual Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Program. This highly anticipated annual event brings together attorneys, CPAs, trust officers, and other estate planning professionals.
- [Children in Foster Care (2026 Juvenile Justice & Children's Rights Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/children-in-foster-care-2026-juvenile-justice-childrens-rights-program/) - The 2026 Juvenile Justice & Children's Rights Program equips professionals with essential updates and practical guidance to better serve vulnerable youth and families.
- [30th Annual Elder and Special Needs Law Symposium](https://www.ncbar.org/event/30th-annual-elder-and-special-needs-law-symposium-2/) - The 30th Annual Elder and Special Needs Law Symposium offers insight from respected elder and special needs law practitioners and aging-service professionals from North Carolina and across the country.
- [Microsoft Copilot 201: Where Are We Now?](https://www.ncbar.org/event/microsoft-copilot-201-where-are-we-now/) - In this program, we look at ways law firms can leverage their Copilot subscription for a return on their investment.
- [NC Collaborative Law Basic Training](https://www.ncbar.org/event/nc-collaborative-law-basic-training/) - The collaborative law process is a streamlined conflict resolution option that saves time and money without destroying important relationships. It avoids litigation and instead involves a series of roundtable meetings between the parties...
- [Navigating the Legal Landscape in Education: Hot Issues and Emerging Trends (2026 Education Law Section Annual Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/navigating-the-legal-landscape-in-education-hot-issues-and-emerging-trends-2026-education-law-section-annual-program-2/) - Master the latest in education law with this comprehensive program. Whether you are a new attorney or a seasoned expert, these practical insights are built for your practice!
- [2026 Administrative Law Section Program](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2026-administrative-law-section-program-2/) - Join us for a comprehensive exploration of key topics in administrative law. The program features a mix of expert presentations aimed at enhancing legal practice and navigating current challenges.
- [2026 Criminal Justice Section Annual Program](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2026-criminal-justice-section-annual-program-2/) - This comprehensive CLE brings together North Carolina state and federal judges, seasoned litigators, and subject-matter experts for a deep dive into today's most pressing criminal law issues.
- [2026 Fundamentals of Employment Law](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2026-fundamentals-of-employment-law-2/) - This program, both a basic primer and a useful update, provides a general overview and explanation of fundamental issues in each of the major areas that employment lawyers regularly address.
- [Bridging Perspectives: Building Skills, Communities and Connection (2026 Dispute Resolution Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/bridging-perspectives-building-skills-communities-and-connection-2026-dispute-resolution-section-program-2/) - This program brings mediators together for a full day of practical learning and dialogue. We explore not only how to resolve disputes effectively, but also how to build stronger communities and connections through our work as mediators.
- [2026 Military & Veterans Law Section Program](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2026-military-veterans-law-section-program-2/) - This program equips military and family law practitioners with practical and ethical guidance for handling complex divorce cases involving servicemembers and veterans.
- [2026 Health Law Section Annual Program](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2026-health-law-section-annual-program-2/) - The NCBA Health Law Section's annual CLE brings together a dynamic lineup of speakers from across the health care spectrum to explore the most exciting new developments shaping the field today.
- [Emerging Issues in Insurance Law Practice (2026 Insurance Law Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/emerging-issues-in-insurance-law-practice-2026-insurance-law-section-program-2/) - The North Carolina Bar Association’s Insurance Law Section is pleased to offer its annual CLE program exploring the ever-evolving landscape of insurance law practice.
- [2026 Basics of Estate Administration](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2026-basics-of-estate-administration-2/) - Estate administration can be a lengthy and complex process rife with potential pitfalls and costly missteps. Even the most seemingly straightforward case can quickly become challenging to navigate. So, where do you start?
- [Let's Talk Comp (2026 Workers' Compensation Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/lets-talk-comp-2026-workers-compensation-section-program-2/) - Designed to help practitioners stay current, this program provides the knowledge and tools needed to effectively address current challenges in workers' compensation practice while upholding the highest professional and ethical standards.
- [Le Grand Cirque Juridique — Ladies and Gentlemen, Lawyers of All Ages … (2026 Business Law and Corporate Counsel Sections Joint Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/le-grand-cirque-juridique-ladies-and-gentlemen-lawyers-of-all-ages-2026-business-law-and-corporate-counsel-sections-joint-program-2/) - Welcome to the "circus of the law," where legal minds juggle today's hottest topics under our profession's "big top." This CLE explores daring feats of business integrations, the balancing act between outside and in-house counsel, and more!
- [Integrating Electronically Stored Information (ESI): From the Client to the Courtroom](https://www.ncbar.org/event/integrating-electronically-stored-information-esi-from-the-client-to-the-courtroom-3/) - In this program, digital forensics examiners guide participants through best practices for integrating electronically stored information (ESI) at every stage of a case — from the initial client consultation through courtroom presentation.
- [Practice Tips From the North Carolina Secretary of State’s Office: The Almost A-to-Z Version (From Authentications to Trademarks, Including Business Formation, Notary, and Securities Basics)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/practice-tips-from-the-north-carolina-secretary-of-states-office-the-almost-a-to-z-version-from-authentications-to-trademarks-including-business-formation-notary-and-securities-basics-3/) - In this three-hour program, Secretary of State experts spend time discussing the authentications/apostille process, the business formation process, charitable solicitation licensing tips, notary law changes every lawyer needs to know, and much more.
- [Prudent and Effective Use of AI in the Practice of Law (as a Newer Attorney) (2026 Young Lawyers Division Lunchtime Webcast)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/prudent-and-effective-use-of-ai-in-the-practice-of-law-as-a-newer-attorney-2026-young-lawyers-division-lunchtime-webcast/) - Moving beyond the hype, this program provides insights into the technical workings and inherent limitations of current large language models. We identify major risks, especially for attorneys in the early part of their careers.
- [Sports Betting State of Play: Legal Foundation, Emerging Markets, and League Perspectives (2026 Sports & Entertainment Law Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/sports-betting-state-of-play-legal-foundation-emerging-markets-and-league-perspectives-2026-sports-entertainment-law-section-program/) - This program provides an overview of the laws and regulations that have allowed this industry to develop at the state level, as well as a preview of developing markets that are expanding to provide accessibility to sports betting-like products nationally.
- [2026 Tri-State Environmental Law Conference](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2026-tri-state-environmental-law-conference/) - Join us for the 2026 Tri-State Environmental Law Conference, covering a wide range of topics relevant to environmental law practitioners in North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia.
- [The Only Constant Is Change: Dealing With Delays, Funding Disruptions, Design Issues and Other Changes (2026 Construction Law Section Winter Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/the-only-constant-is-change-dealing-with-delays-funding-disruptions-design-issues-and-other-changes-2026-construction-law-section-winter-program-2/) - One thing you can count on in any construction project is that it will not go exactly as planned. This program prepares construction law practitioners to navigate the delays, changes, design issues, and other project disruptions that commonly arise.
- [2026 Antitrust & Complex Business Disputes Law Section Program](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2026-antitrust-complex-business-disputes-law-section-program-2/) - This CLE offers a mix of timely legal developments, practical guidance, and professional insight for lawyers handling complex business disputes.
- [2026 Basics of Will and Revocable Trust Drafting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2026-basics-of-will-and-revocable-trust-drafting-2/) - In this program, experienced practitioners address the basic tax and non-tax issues involved in estate planning and the drafting of wills and revocable trusts.
- [Hot Topics in Real Property (2026 Real Property Section Winter Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/hot-topics-in-real-property-2026-real-property-section-winter-program-2/) - This program spotlights the most pressing issues in real property law heading into 2026. From emerging trends to persistent challenges, we look at what's happening now, what's on the horizon, and what you need to know to stay ahead of the curve.
- [Navigating the Legal Landscape in Education: Hot Issues and Emerging Trends (2026 Education Law Section Annual Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/navigating-the-legal-landscape-in-education-hot-issues-and-emerging-trends-2026-education-law-section-annual-program/) - Master the latest in education law with this comprehensive program. Whether you are a new attorney or a seasoned expert, these practical insights are built for your practice!
- [The Shifting Tides of Bank Regulation and Supervision](https://www.ncbar.org/event/the-shifting-tides-of-bank-regulation-and-supervision/) - This webcast covers developments in federal and state bank regulations since 2025, expected developments in 2026, and the implications for banks and their counsel navigating a rapidly changing environment in North Carolina and beyond.
- [The Real Property Playbook: A Roadmap for Success, From Contracts to Closing (2026 Real Property Section Annual Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/the-real-property-playbook-a-roadmap-for-success-from-contracts-to-closing-2026-real-property-section-annual-program/) - Every real estate deal comes with risk — and a few surprises along the way. From navigating regulatory requirements to addressing common title challenges, this program equips lawyers with the tools they need to manage risk and close deals with confidence.
- [2026 Tax Law at the Coast (25th Annual North Carolina Tax Section Workshop)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2026-tax-law-at-the-coast-25th-annual-north-carolina-tax-section-workshop/) - Dive into the latest tax law updates and strategies while at the coast, then enjoy the beach or the golf course. Join us for an in-depth analysis and discussion covering a wide variety of federal, state, estate tax planning, and tax controversy topics.
- [2026 Advanced Estate Planning Survey Course](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2026-advanced-estate-planning-survey-course/) - Designed as a survey for individuals who practice routinely in the area of estate planning and have several years of prior experience, this program addresses a series of advanced topics, presented by estate planning practitioners.
- [From Objection to Opinion (2026 Appellate Practice and Litigation Sections Joint Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/from-objection-to-opinion-2026-appellate-practice-and-litigation-sections-joint-program/) - Join leading judges and practitioners for a full day of practical insight into modern litigation and appellate practice. They unpack the latest developments in appellate procedure, sanctions, stays, ethics + tech, and the strategic use of amicus advocacy.
- [Accounting 101 for Lawyers](https://www.ncbar.org/event/accounting-101-for-lawyers-3/) - This program focuses on providing an overview of fundamental accounting principles and concepts, a company's financial statements, and accounting fraud and legal implications.
- [Tips for Taming Technology: Tidbits for Turbocharged Productivity](https://www.ncbar.org/event/tips-for-taming-technology-tidbits-for-turbocharged-productivity-5/) - Join us for a program packed with practical tech and practice management tips to supercharge your productivity.
- [Lawyering in the Age of AI: Harnessing Artificial Intelligence, Emerging Technologies, and Ethical Practice in the Digital Era](https://www.ncbar.org/event/lawyering-in-the-age-of-ai-harnessing-artificial-intelligence-emerging-technologies-and-ethical-practice-in-the-digital-era-3/) - Stay informed, stay compliant, and stay ahead with this dynamic, full-day program designed to equip lawyers with the tools and insights needed to thrive in today's technology-driven legal landscape.
- [2026 Compliance Bundle: Ethics, Technology and Professional Well-Being](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2026-compliance-bundle-ethics-technology-and-professional-well-being-3/) - This convenient three-hour compliance bundle makes it easy to get those specialty credit hours including ethics/professional responsibility, technology training, and professional well-being.
- [Carrying the Professional Guidon (2025 Professionalism Committee CLE Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/carrying-the-professional-guidon-2025-professionalism-committee-cle-program-3/) - This CLE brings together some of North Carolina's best attorneys to provide their insights on how to meet these new professional challenges in a manner that reflects what is best about our profession and how we can carry the guidon of our legal profession
- [Pillars of a Modern and Sustainable Law Practice (2026 Small Firm & Technology Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/pillars-of-a-modern-and-sustainable-law-practice-2026-small-firm-technology-section-program-3/) - This three-hour CLE equips attorneys with practical guidance across the key pillars of a modern legal practice. these sessions strengthen an attorney's ethical compliance, technological competence, and professional well-being.
- [Trust Accounting Made Clear](https://www.ncbar.org/event/trust-accounting-made-clear-3/) - This program equips attorneys with practical guidance to manage client trust accounts confidently and stay compliant with North Carolina State Bar requirements.
- [Organized Chaos: Emerging Areas in Divorce (2026 Family Law Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/organized-chaos-emerging-gray-areas-in-divorce-2026-family-law-section-program/) - In the everyday chaos of family law, there are always additional issues being thrown at us — statutory changes, tax implications, ethical concerns, and those one-off issues you may not encounter every day but that still affect your practice.
- [AI, Technology and Other Legal Tools for the Paralegal Workflow (2026 NCBA Paralegal Division Annual Meeting)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ai-technology-and-other-legal-tools-for-the-paralegal-workflow-2026-ncba-paralegal-division-annual-meeting/) - These sessions are designed to assist the paralegal with expanding their skill set and adapting to emerging technologies shaping today's legal practice.
- [Navigating the "New Normal" in Immigration, Global Compliance, and Tariffs and Trade (While Helping Clients Still Get Things Done!) (2025 International Practice Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/navigating-the-new-normal-in-immigration-global-compliance-and-tariffs-and-trade-while-helping-clients-still-get-things-done-2025-international-practice-section-program-3/) - This program is designed for lawyers in private practice, in-house counsel, and compliance professionals as they seek to navigate the "new normal" of today's U.S. government policies.
- [The Modern Paralegal (Power Skills for the Evolving Legal World)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/the-modern-paralegal-power-skills-for-the-evolving-legal-world-2/) - Learn practical strategies to streamline work, manage time and billing, and strengthen communication with attorneys. Industry experts share insights on technology, Excel tips, billing best practices, and professional collaboration.
- [NCBA 2025 Annual Review](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncba-2025-annual-review-5/) - This year's NCBA Annual Review provides you with the latest updates on key court decisions and significant amendments to legislation and policies covering a wide range of topic and practice areas.
- [Thriving in the Practice of Law: Stress Management and Well-Being Skills](https://www.ncbar.org/event/thriving-in-the-practice-of-law-stress-management-and-well-being-skills-3/) - This session provides practical, evidence-based strategies attorneys can use to manage stress, respond more effectively during high-pressure situations, and reduce burnout over time.
- [The Employee Handbook Minefield: Reducing Risk Through Smart Drafting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/the-employee-handbook-minefield-reducing-risk-through-smart-drafting-2/) - This program focuses on the must-have, nice-to-have, and those-to-avoid policies for employee handbooks for North Carolina and multi-state employers.
- [2026 Military & Veterans Law Section Program](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2026-military-veterans-law-section-program/) - This program equips military and family law practitioners with practical and ethical guidance for handling complex divorce cases involving servicemembers and veterans.
- [Providing Effective Legal Guidance in Housing and Family Law (2026 Pro Bono Committee Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/providing-effective-legal-guidance-in-housing-and-family-law-2026-pro-bono-committee-program/) - This CLE program features two sessions focused on delivering clear and ethical legal guidance in housing and family law.
- [Evolving Issues in Judicial Independence and the Rule of Law at the State, Federal and International Levels](https://www.ncbar.org/event/evolving-issues-in-judicial-independence-and-the-rule-of-law-at-the-state-federal-and-international-levels/) - Our panelists discuss how current events are impacting the work of the judiciary and attorneys, and how both groups can come together to support the rule of law and one another.
- [2026 Intellectual Property Law Section Program](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2026-intellectual-property-law-section-program/) - Designed to provide practical, up-to-date guidance, this program offers an insightful review of the latest developments in rapidly evolving areas of intellectual property law.
- [Back to the Basics: Celebrating 20 Years of ZPLU (2026 Zoning, Planning & Land Use Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/back-to-the-basics-celebrating-20-years-of-zplu-2026-zoning-planning-land-use-section-program/) - This year's program celebrates the 20th anniversary of the NCBA's Zoning, Planning & Land Use (ZPLU) Section by returning to the basics of land use, along with case law updates and a ZPLU section chair panel discussion.
- [An Inside Look at Cybersecurity and How You Can Protect Yourself](https://www.ncbar.org/event/an-inside-look-at-cybersecurity-and-how-you-can-protect-yourself/) - This conversation focuses on cybersecurity, fraud trends and best practices that can be put in place to help you better protect yourself, your family and your business.
- [The Government Lawyer's Survival Program (2026 Government & Public Sector Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/the-government-lawyers-survival-program-2026-government-public-sector-section-program-2/) - Some days, life as a government lawyer feels like being stranded in the wilderness. While not providing the obligatory chocolate bar for survival, this CLE offers tools for dealing with the ever-changing landscape of crises.
- [The Employee Handbook Minefield: Reducing Risk Through Smart Drafting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/the-employee-handbook-minefield-reducing-risk-through-smart-drafting/) - This program focuses on the must-have, nice-to-have, and those-to-avoid policies for employee handbooks for North Carolina and multi-state employers.
- [Second Annual Minority Corporate Counsel Summit](https://www.ncbar.org/event/second-annual-minority-corporate-counsel-summit/) - This CLE program offers attorneys a timely opportunity to gain practical insight and strategic perspective for navigating today's rapidly evolving legal, regulatory, and business environment.
- [2026 Health Law Section Annual Program](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2026-health-law-section-annual-program/) - The NCBA Health Law Section's annual CLE brings together a dynamic lineup of speakers from across the health care spectrum to explore the most exciting new developments shaping the field today.
- [False Claims Act Enforcement: 2025 Review and 2026 Forecast](https://www.ncbar.org/event/false-claims-act-enforcement-2025-review-and-2026-forecast/) - This presentation offers a practical retrospective on False Claims Act (FCA) enforcement developments in 2025 and the first quarter of 2026.
- [Tips for Taming Technology: Tidbits for Turbocharged Productivity](https://www.ncbar.org/event/tips-for-taming-technology-tidbits-for-turbocharged-productivity-4/) - Join us for a program packed with practical tech and practice management tips to supercharge your productivity.
- [Integrating Electronically Stored Information (ESI): From the Client to the Courtroom](https://www.ncbar.org/event/integrating-electronically-stored-information-esi-from-the-client-to-the-courtroom-2/) - In this program, digital forensics examiners guide participants through best practices for integrating electronically stored information (ESI) at every stage of a case — from the initial client consultation through courtroom presentation.
- [2026 Compliance Bundle: Ethics, Technology and Professional Well-Being](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2026-compliance-bundle-ethics-technology-and-professional-well-being-2/) - This convenient three-hour compliance bundle makes it easy to get those specialty credit hours including ethics/professional responsibility, technology training, and professional well-being.
- [Ethics and Professional Well-Being Compliance Bundle: Preventing Ethical Disasters, Marketing and Social Media, and Seemingly Insignificant Decisions](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ethics-and-professional-well-being-compliance-bundle-preventing-ethical-disasters-marketing-and-social-media-and-seemingly-insignificant-decisions/) - Satisfy your ethics and professional responsibility, and professional well-being CLE requirements in this convenient three-hour compliance bundle.
- [Ethics and Professional Well-Being Compliance Bundle: Preventing Ethical Disasters, Marketing and Social Media, and Seemingly Insignificant Decisions](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ethics-and-professional-well-being-compliance-bundle-preventing-ethical-disasters-marketing-and-social-media-and-seemingly-insignificant-decisions-2/) - Satisfy your ethics and professional responsibility, and professional well-being CLE requirements in this convenient three-hour compliance bundle.
- [Ethics and Technology Training Compliance Bundle: Professional Responsibility in Using AI, Communication Requirements and Expectations, and NC eFiling Updates](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ethics-and-technology-training-compliance-bundle-professional-responsibility-in-using-ai-communication-requirements-and-expectations-and-nc-efiling-updates/) - Satisfy your ethics and professional responsibility, and technology training CLE requirements in this convenient three-hour compliance bundle.
- [Ethics and Technology Training Compliance Bundle: Professional Responsibility in Using AI, Communication Requirements and Expectations, and NC eFiling Updates](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ethics-and-technology-training-compliance-bundle-professional-responsibility-in-using-ai-communication-requirements-and-expectations-and-nc-efiling-updates-2/) - Satisfy your ethics and professional responsibility, and technology training CLE requirements in this convenient three-hour compliance bundle.
- [Thriving in the Practice of Law: Stress Management and Well-Being Skills](https://www.ncbar.org/event/thriving-in-the-practice-of-law-stress-management-and-well-being-skills-2/) - This session provides practical, evidence-based strategies attorneys can use to manage stress, respond more effectively during high-pressure situations, and reduce burnout over time.
- [Future-Proofing Your Law Practice: Security, AI, and Legal Trends](https://www.ncbar.org/event/future-proofing-your-law-practice-security-ai-and-legal-trends-2/) - Stay ahead of the curve with this dynamic three-part program designed for forward-thinking legal professionals navigating rapid change.
- [30th Annual Elder and Special Needs Law Symposium](https://www.ncbar.org/event/30th-annual-elder-and-special-needs-law-symposium/) - The 30th Annual Elder and Special Needs Law Symposium offers insight from respected elder and special needs law practitioners and aging-service professionals from North Carolina and across the country.
- [Lawyering in the Age of AI: Harnessing Artificial Intelligence, Emerging Technologies, and Ethical Practice in the Digital Era](https://www.ncbar.org/event/lawyering-in-the-age-of-ai-harnessing-artificial-intelligence-emerging-technologies-and-ethical-practice-in-the-digital-era-2/) - Stay informed, stay compliant, and stay ahead with this dynamic, full-day program designed to equip lawyers with the tools and insights needed to thrive in today's technology-driven legal landscape.
- [Who Decides? The North Carolina Supreme Court Wrestles Administrative Law Into the Constitutional System and Other Tales of Reform](https://www.ncbar.org/event/who-decides-the-north-carolina-supreme-court-wrestles-administrative-law-into-the-constitutional-system-and-other-tales-of-reform/) - During this Lunchtime Webcast, a North Carolina administrative law judge (ALJ) examines the Court’s latest efforts to define the proper roles of agencies, ALJs, and the judiciary.
- [Accounting 101 for Lawyers](https://www.ncbar.org/event/accounting-101-for-lawyers-2/) - This program focuses on providing an overview of fundamental accounting principles and concepts, a company's financial statements, and accounting fraud and legal implications.
- [Practice Tips From the North Carolina Secretary of State’s Office: The Almost A-to-Z Version (From Authentications to Trademarks, Including Business Formation, Notary, and Securities Basics)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/practice-tips-from-the-north-carolina-secretary-of-states-office-the-almost-a-to-z-version-from-authentications-to-trademarks-including-business-formation-notary-and-securities-basics-2/) - In this three-hour program, Secretary of State experts spend time discussing the authentications/apostille process, the business formation process, charitable solicitation licensing tips, notary law changes every lawyer needs to know, and much more.
- [Trust Accounting Made Clear](https://www.ncbar.org/event/trust-accounting-made-clear-2/) - This program equips attorneys with practical guidance to manage client trust accounts confidently and stay compliant with North Carolina State Bar requirements.
- [2026 Criminal Justice Section Annual Program](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2026-criminal-justice-section-annual-program/) - This comprehensive CLE brings together North Carolina state and federal judges, seasoned litigators, and subject-matter experts for a deep dive into today's most pressing criminal law issues.
- [Lawyering in the Age of AI: Harnessing Artificial Intelligence, Emerging Technologies, and Ethical Practice in the Digital Era](https://www.ncbar.org/event/lawyering-in-the-age-of-ai-harnessing-artificial-intelligence-emerging-technologies-and-ethical-practice-in-the-digital-era/) - Stay informed, stay compliant, and stay ahead with this dynamic, full-day program designed to equip lawyers with the tools and insights needed to thrive in today's technology-driven legal landscape.
- [2026 Administrative Law Section Program](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2026-administrative-law-section-program/) - Join us for a comprehensive exploration of key topics in administrative law. The program features a mix of expert presentations aimed at enhancing legal practice and navigating current challenges.
- [2025 State and Local Tax Program](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2025-state-and-local-tax-program-2/) - Designed to benefit tax professionals from across the state, this informative program brings you up to speed on the latest developments in state and local tax law.
- [101 Things EVERY Lawyer Should Know About Contract Drafting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/101-things-every-lawyer-should-know-about-contract-drafting-2/) - When it comes to contracts, even small drafting errors can lead to litigation. Learn how to avoid embarrassing mistakes and sharpen your skills with practical tips, proven strategies, and actionable insights from contract-drafting expert Lenné Espenschied
- [Carrying the Professional Guidon (2025 Professionalism Committee CLE Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/carrying-the-professional-guidon-2025-professionalism-committee-cle-program-2/) - This CLE brings together some of North Carolina's best attorneys to provide their insights on how to meet these new professional challenges in a manner that reflects what is best about our profession and how we can carry the guidon of our legal profession
- [Pillars of a Modern and Sustainable Law Practice (2026 Small Firm & Technology Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/pillars-of-a-modern-and-sustainable-law-practice-2026-small-firm-technology-section-program-2/) - This three-hour CLE equips attorneys with practical guidance across the key pillars of a modern legal practice. these sessions strengthen an attorney's ethical compliance, technological competence, and professional well-being.
- [48th Annual Bankruptcy Institute](https://www.ncbar.org/event/48th-annual-bankruptcy-institute-2/) - The 48th Annual Bankruptcy Institute offers a dynamic mix of plenary and breakout sessions designed to address the most pressing issues facing North Carolina bankruptcy practitioners.
- [The Only Constant Is Change: Dealing With Delays, Funding Disruptions, Design Issues and Other Changes (2026 Construction Law Section Winter Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/the-only-constant-is-change-dealing-with-delays-funding-disruptions-design-issues-and-other-changes-2026-construction-law-section-winter-program/) - One thing you can count on in any construction project is that it will not go exactly as planned. This program prepares construction law practitioners to navigate the delays, changes, design issues, and other project disruptions that commonly arise.
- [Bridging Perspectives: Building Skills, Communities and Connection (2026 Dispute Resolution Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/bridging-perspectives-building-skills-communities-and-connection-2026-dispute-resolution-section-program/) - This program brings mediators together for a full day of practical learning and dialogue. We explore not only how to resolve disputes effectively, but also how to build stronger communities and connections through our work as mediators.
- [2026 Fundamentals of Employment Law](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2026-fundamentals-of-employment-law/) - This program, both a basic primer and a useful update, provides a general overview and explanation of fundamental issues in each of the major areas that employment lawyers regularly address.
- [Le Grand Cirque Juridique — Ladies and Gentlemen, Lawyers of All Ages … (2026 Business Law and Corporate Counsel Sections Joint Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/le-grand-cirque-juridique-ladies-and-gentlemen-lawyers-of-all-ages-2026-business-law-and-corporate-counsel-sections-joint-program/) - Welcome to the "circus of the law," where legal minds juggle today's hottest topics under our profession's "big top." This CLE explores daring feats of business integrations, the balancing act between outside and in-house counsel, and more!
- [2026 Basics of Estate Administration](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2026-basics-of-estate-administration/) - Estate administration can be a lengthy and complex process rife with potential pitfalls and costly missteps. Even the most seemingly straightforward case can quickly become challenging to navigate. So, where do you start?
- [Hot Topics in Real Property (2026 Real Property Section Winter Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/hot-topics-in-real-property-2026-real-property-section-winter-program/) - This program spotlights the most pressing issues in real property law heading into 2026. From emerging trends to persistent challenges, we look at what's happening now, what's on the horizon, and what you need to know to stay ahead of the curve.
- [2026 Basics of Will and Revocable Trust Drafting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2026-basics-of-will-and-revocable-trust-drafting/) - In this program, experienced practitioners address the basic tax and non-tax issues involved in estate planning and the drafting of wills and revocable trusts.
- [Health Law Boot Camp (2025 Health Law Section Fall Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/health-law-boot-camp-2025-health-law-section-fall-program-2/) - The Health Law Section is excited to present the Health Law Boot Camp CLE, a program geared toward early-career lawyers, lawyers looking for a refresher, and others serving the health care industry.
- [Navigating the "New Normal" in Immigration, Global Compliance, and Tariffs and Trade (While Helping Clients Still Get Things Done!) (2025 International Practice Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/navigating-the-new-normal-in-immigration-global-compliance-and-tariffs-and-trade-while-helping-clients-still-get-things-done-2025-international-practice-section-program-2/) - This program is designed for lawyers in private practice, in-house counsel, and compliance professionals as they seek to navigate the "new normal" of today's U.S. government policies.
- [2025 Legislative Review CLE Program](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2025-legislative-review-cle-program-2/) - Each year, the Administrative Law Section and the Government & Public Sector Section join forces to present a dynamic continuing legal education program.
- [You Asked For It (2025 Workers' Compensation Fall Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/you-asked-for-it-2025-workers-compensation-fall-program-2/) - We went straight to the source — early-career workers' compensation attorneys on both the plaintiffs' and defense sides of the bar — and asked what they really wanted from a CLE.
- [Justice on the Mat: The Court of Arbitration for Sport and the Jordan Chiles Bronze Medal Controversy](https://www.ncbar.org/event/justice-on-the-mat-the-court-of-arbitration-for-sport-and-the-jordan-chiles-bronze-medal-controversy/) - When Olympic dreams collide with legal deadlines, who decides the winner? Join us for a fascinating look inside the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) through the lens of the Jordan Chiles bronze medal controversy from the 2024 Paris Olympics.
- [Unlocking Metadata: Legal Implications and Management Techniques](https://www.ncbar.org/event/unlocking-metadata-legal-implications-and-management-techniques/) - This Lunchtime Webcast explores the potential dangers of metadata, including unintentional disclosure of confidential data, and provides practical steps for effectively removing metadata to protect your information.
- [The Modern Paralegal (Power Skills for the Evolving Legal World)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/the-modern-paralegal-power-skills-for-the-evolving-legal-world/) - Learn practical strategies to streamline work, manage time and billing, and strengthen communication with attorneys. Industry experts share insights on technology, Excel tips, billing best practices, and professional collaboration.
- [2026 Antitrust & Complex Business Disputes Law Section Program](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2026-antitrust-complex-business-disputes-law-section-program/) - This CLE offers a mix of timely legal developments, practical guidance, and professional insight for lawyers handling complex business disputes.
- [Let's Talk Comp (2026 Workers' Compensation Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/lets-talk-comp-2026-workers-compensation-section-program/) - Designed to help practitioners stay current, this program provides the knowledge and tools needed to effectively address current challenges in workers' compensation practice while upholding the highest professional and ethical standards.
- [North Carolina Fiduciary Litigation](https://www.ncbar.org/event/north-carolina-fiduciary-litigation/) - Developed in conjunction with the release of the North Carolina Fiduciary Litigation Manual, Second Edition, the program's sessions are led by the authors of individual chapters and closely align with the manual's content.
- [41st Annual NC/SC Labor & Employment Law Conference](https://www.ncbar.org/event/41st-annual-nc-sc-labor-employment-law-conference/) - This program is the premier CLE for employment, labor, and HR counsel in the Carolinas and boasts an extraordinary lineup of speakers and topics, including annual updates on the Supreme Court, Fourth Circuit, and state-specific developments.
- [A Practicing Attorney's Guide to Practical Disability Accessibility](https://www.ncbar.org/event/a-practicing-attorneys-guide-to-practical-disability-accessibility/) - Join Derek Dittmar as he shares practical strategies and legal steps that you — and your clients — can implement now to promote accessibility and decrease legal risk.
- [NCBA 2025 Annual Review](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncba-2025-annual-review-3/) - This year's NCBA Annual Review provides you with the latest updates on key court decisions and significant amendments to legislation and policies covering a wide range of topic and practice areas.
- [NCBA 2025 Annual Review](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncba-2025-annual-review-4/) - This year's NCBA Annual Review provides you with the latest updates on key court decisions and significant amendments to legislation and policies covering a wide range of topic and practice areas.
- [Emerging Issues in Insurance Law Practice (2026 Insurance Law Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/emerging-issues-in-insurance-law-practice-2026-insurance-law-section-program/) - The North Carolina Bar Association’s Insurance Law Section is pleased to offer its annual CLE program exploring the ever-evolving landscape of insurance law practice.
- [AI for Attorneys: Strategies for Smarter Lawyering](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ai-for-attorneys-strategies-for-smarter-lawyering/) - Discover practical strategies for integrating AI tools into your daily practice to improve efficiency, enhance client services, and stay competitive in an evolving legal landscape.
- [2025 State and Local Tax Program](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2025-state-and-local-tax-program/) - Join us on December 10 for the 2025 State and Local Tax Program to hear from tax experts on the use of repair, maintenance, and installation services; property tax appeals; and taxation on partnerships.
- ["Passing the Torch … While It's Got Heat!" How To Start Leveraging Your Legal Experience NOW for Maximum Value for the Days to Come](https://www.ncbar.org/event/passing-the-torch-while-its-got-heat-how-to-start-leveraging-your-legal-experience-now-for-maximum-value-for-the-days-to-come/) - For many lawyers, the prospect of retiring and exiting the practice of law can be a delicate or daunting one. This program is designed to help solo and small firm lawyers think proactively about retirement and succession planning.
- [NCBA 2025 Annual Review](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncba-2025-annual-review-2/) - This year's NCBA Annual Review provides you with the latest updates on key court decisions and significant amendments to legislation and policies covering a wide range of topic and practice areas.
- [2025 Privacy & Data Security Section Program](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2025-privacy-data-security-section-program/) - This CLE provides information about the latest legal developments in data privacy and security, trends and enforcement priorities of state and federal regulators, implementing technical tools for privacy and security risk mitigation, and more!
- [Family Law Paralegal Excellence: Work Smarter, Not Harder!](https://www.ncbar.org/event/family-law-paralegal-excellence-work-smarter-not-harder/) - This program is designed for family law paralegals of all experience levels. Come learn how to work smarter, not harder, with helpful technology tools and eCourts filing tips and tricks.
- [2025 Basics of Elder and Special Needs Law](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2025-basics-of-elder-and-special-needs-law/) - The 2025 Basics of Elder and Special Needs Law program offers a foundational knowledge base for building an elder and special needs law practice.
- [Work in Progress: Best Practices for Managing Your Law Firm](https://www.ncbar.org/event/work-in-progress-best-practices-for-managing-your-law-firm/) - Do you know how to efficiently and profitably manage your law firm? Join us to explore best practices for managing a modern law practice, focusing on a client-centric approach.
- [What About the Children? (2025 Family Law Fall Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/what-about-the-children-2025-family-law-fall-program/) - Join us as we address the most important custody cases in the past 10 years, forensic custody evaluations (good and bad), how to most effectively use a Parenting Coordinator, and diversity issues in custody cases.
- [Maximizing Technology in Your Law Office](https://www.ncbar.org/event/maximizing-technology-in-your-law-office/) - In this program, we examine a law firm’s essential tech stack, identify overlapping functionality and redundant products, and show you how to leverage the tools you already have and tame your technology spend.
- [2025 Estate Planning & Probate Law Survey Course](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2025-estate-planning-probate-law-survey-course/) - Designed for individuals who practice or are beginning to practice in the estate planning and probate law areas, this program provides an overview of key concepts and discusses practical considerations, planning strategies and opportunities.
- [101 Things EVERY Lawyer Should Know About Contract Drafting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/101-things-every-lawyer-should-know-about-contract-drafting/) - When it comes to contracts, even small drafting errors can lead to litigation. Learn how to avoid embarrassing mistakes and sharpen your skills with practical tips, proven strategies, and actionable insights from contract-drafting expert Lenné Espenschied
- [NCBA 2025 Annual Review](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncba-2025-annual-review/) - This year's NCBA Annual Review provides you with the latest updates on key court decisions and significant amendments to legislation and policies covering a wide range of topic and practice areas.
- [2025 Real Property Fundamentals Program](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2025-real-property-fundamentals-program/) - The 2025 Real Property Fundamentals Program is designed to help attorneys who are new to the practice of real estate law, as well as seasoned attorneys in need of a refresher.
- [Professionalism for New Attorneys (PNA)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/professionalism-for-new-attorneys-pna/) - Professionalism for New Attorneys (PNA) equips attendees with essential tools for success to begin a legal career.
- [Navigating the "New Normal" in Immigration, Global Compliance, and Tariffs and Trade (While Helping Clients Still Get Things Done!) (2025 International Practice Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/navigating-the-new-normal-in-immigration-global-compliance-and-tariffs-and-trade-while-helping-clients-still-get-things-done-2025-international-practice-section-program/) - This program is designed for lawyers in private practice, in-house counsel, and compliance professionals as they seek to navigate the "new normal" of today's U.S. government policies.
- [48th Annual Bankruptcy Institute](https://www.ncbar.org/event/48th-annual-bankruptcy-institute/) - The 48th Annual Bankruptcy Institute offers a dynamic mix of plenary and breakout sessions designed to address the most pressing issues facing North Carolina bankruptcy practitioners.
- [2025 Basics of Bankruptcy](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2025-basics-of-bankruptcy-2/) - Whether you're new to practice or simply new to the Bankruptcy Code, this program provides a strong starting point. It introduces you to the basics of bankruptcy law, covering core concepts, procedures and terminology.
- [Planning for the Future, Preparing for Disaster (2025 Construction Law Section Fall Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/planning-for-the-future-preparing-for-disaster-2025-construction-law-section-fall-program/) - Join construction law professionals from across North Carolina for a timely and dynamic CLE program focused on disaster preparedness, recovery, and the evolving legal landscape.
- [Common Interest Communities in North Carolina (What’s New in the Third Edition)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/common-interest-communities-in-north-carolina-whats-new-in-the-third-edition/) - Be among the first to explore the newly released Common Interest Communities in North Carolina, Third Edition!
- [Carrying the Professional Guidon (2025 Professionalism Committee CLE Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/carrying-the-professional-guidon-2025-professionalism-committee-cle-program/) - This CLE brings together some of North Carolina's best attorneys to provide their insights on how to meet these new professional challenges in a manner that reflects what is best about our profession.
- [You Asked For It (2025 Workers' Compensation Fall Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/you-asked-for-it-2025-workers-compensation-fall-program/) - This program provides a well-rounded foundation that's designed to boost your confidence and strengthen your practice from the start.
- [2025 Legislative Review CLE Program](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2025-legislative-review-cle-program/) - Each year, the Administrative Law Section and the Government & Public Sector Section join forces to present a dynamic continuing legal education program.
- [Business Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/business-law-council-meeting-12/)
- [Real Property Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/real-property-council-meeting-7/)
- [Real Property Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/real-property-council-meeting-8/)
- [Sports & Entertainment Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/sports-entertainment-law-council-meeting-11/)
- [Litigation Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/litigation-council-meeting-13/)
- [Privacy & Data Security Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/privacy-data-security-council-meeting-11/)
- [Privacy & Data Security Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/privacy-data-security-council-meeting-12/)
- [Small Firm & Technology Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/small-firm-technology-council-meeting-7/)
- [Small Firm & Technology Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/small-firm-technology-council-meeting-8/)
- [International Practice Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/international-practice-law-council-meeting-4/)
- [International Practice Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/international-practice-law-council-meeting-7/)
- [Construction Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/construction-law-council-meeting-12/)
- [Construction Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/construction-law-council-meeting-10/)
- [Labor & Employment Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/labor-employment-law-council-meeting-12/)
- [Labor & Employment Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/labor-employment-law-council-meeting-11/)
- [NCBF Entrepreneurs Assistance Program Brief Advice and Counsel Clinic](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-entrepreneurs-assistance-program-brief-advice-and-counsel-clinic/) - Volunteer attorneys will provide pro bono business law advice and counsel to small business owners and entrepreneurs clients from our partners including Prospera, CLIMB, Mountain BizWorks, ECU Small Business & Technology Development Center, FSU Fayetteville-Cumberland Regional Entrepreneur and Business Hub, and the Small Business Center Networks of Durham Technical, Western Piedmont and Forsyth Technical Community
- [NCBA | Intellectual Property | Networking Event](https://www.ncbar.org/event/intellectual-property-networking-event/)
- [YLD Council & Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/yld-summer-quarterly-council-meeting/)
- [Bankruptcy | Durham Bulls Game](https://www.ncbar.org/event/bankruptcy-durham-bulls-game/)
- [Welcome Lunch | Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Section](https://www.ncbar.org/event/welcome-lunch-estate-planning-fiduciary-law-section/)
- [Paralegal Division Social in Charlotte!](https://www.ncbar.org/event/paralegal-division-social/)
- [Return to the Vault | State of the Real Property Section](https://www.ncbar.org/event/return-to-the-vault-state-of-the-real-property-section/)
- [CC & YLD | Durham Bulls vs Charlotte Knights Baseball Game](https://www.ncbar.org/event/cc-yld-durham-bulls-vs-charlotte-knights-baseball-game/)
- [Getting Up To Speed: YLD First Gen Summit](https://www.ncbar.org/event/getting-up-to-speed-yld-first-gen-summit/)
- [Privacy & Data Security and Corporate Counsel | Topgolf Networking Event](https://www.ncbar.org/event/privacy-data-security-and-corporate-counsel-topgolf-networking-event/)
- [11th Annual Legal Legends of Color Awards Celebration](https://www.ncbar.org/event/11th-annual-legal-legends-of-color-awards-celebration/)
- [Rules of the Road and Recordkeeping](https://www.ncbar.org/event/rules-of-the-road-and-recordkeeping/)
- [EENR | Social at Hickory Nut Gap Farm](https://www.ncbar.org/event/eenr-social-at-hickory-nut-gap-farm/)
- [EENR | Family Breakfast](https://www.ncbar.org/event/eenr-family-breakfast-2/)
- [Greensboro Social | Construction Law Section](https://www.ncbar.org/event/construction-law-section-greensboro-social/)
- [NCBA | Tax Section | Annual Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncba-tax-section-annual-reception/)
- [Section Reception | Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Section](https://www.ncbar.org/event/section-reception-estate-planning-fiduciary-law-section/)
- [Bankruptcy | Charlotte Knights Baseball Game](https://www.ncbar.org/event/bankruptcy-charlotte-knights-baseball-game/)
- [NCBF Wills for Heroes | Asheville](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-wills-for-heroes-asheville/) - Volunteer attorneys will produce wills, health care power of attorney, durable power of attorney, and advance directive documents for first responder clients from Buncombe County. Volunteers will receive training prior to client meetings, which are scheduled at 10 a.m. and 12 noon. Estate planning experience is not required.
- [Bankruptcy Section | Charlotte Knights Game](https://www.ncbar.org/event/bankruptcy-section-charlotte-knights-game/)
- [2026 NCBA Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2026-ncba-annual-meeting-2/)
- [EENR | Early Arrivals Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/event/eenr-early-arrivals-reception-2/)
- [Health Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/health-law-council-meeting-15/)
- [Brewing Connections: Celebrating Five Years of Grab a Coffee](https://www.ncbar.org/event/yld-gac-5-29-26/)
- [Government & Public Sector Section Annual Meeting and Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/event/government-public-sector-section-annual-meeting-and-reception/)
- [Stroll & Share: Nutrition on the Go](https://www.ncbar.org/event/stroll-share-nutrition-on-the-go/)
- [Dispute Resolution Section | Mediation Hot Topics Roundtable](https://www.ncbar.org/event/dispute-resolution-section-mediation-hot-topics-roundtable-5/)
- [YLD & MIP | Sweet Tea, CLEs & Connections Fireside Chat](https://www.ncbar.org/event/yld-mip-sweet-tea-cles-connections-fireside-chat/)
- [Dispute Resolution Section | Charlotte Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/dispute-resolution-section-charlotte-social/)
- [Business Law | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/business-law-council-meeting-6/)
- [Dispute Resolution Section | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/dispute-resolution-section-council-meeting-8/)
- [Tax Council & Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/tax-council-annual-meeting/)
- [Appellate Practice and Litigation Networking](https://www.ncbar.org/event/appellate-practice-and-litigation-networking-2/)
- [EENR Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/eenr-council-meeting-3/)
- [Appellate Practice Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/appellate-practice-council-meeting-21/)
- [Paralegal Division Annual Meeting & Distinguished Paralegal Award Presentation](https://www.ncbar.org/event/paralegal-division-annual-meeting-distinguished-paralegal-award-presentation/)
- [Health Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/health-law-council-meeting-14/)
- [Litigation Section Annual Meeting & Advocate's Award Presentation](https://www.ncbar.org/event/litigation-section-annual-meeting-advocates-award-presentation-2/)
- [Social Media Profile Reviews - Day 4](https://www.ncbar.org/event/social-media-profile-reviews-day-4/) - Get one-on-one advice from NCBA Center for Practice Management Director Catherine Sanders Reach on how to make your social media profiles work for you whether you are looking for a job, seeking to engage with potential referrals, or raising your profile as a thought leader. This event is part of NCBA Member Appreciation Month.
- [Bankruptcy Council & Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/bankruptcy-council-meeting-17/)
- [Privacy & Data Security | Annual & Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/privacy-data-security-annual-council-meeting/)
- [Labor & Employment Law Section | Wilmington Boat Tour & Meal](https://www.ncbar.org/event/labor-employment-law-section-wilmington-boat-tour-meal/)
- [Small Firm & Tech | Annual & Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/small-firm-tech-annual-council-meeting-2/)
- [Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/sexual-orientation-gender-identity-committee-meeting-15/)
- [Family Law Section | Featured Speaker Presentation: Psychology of Transitions](https://www.ncbar.org/event/family-law-section-featured-speaker-presentation-psychology-of-transitions/)
- [Real Property | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/real-property-council-meeting-6/)
- [International Practice Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/international-practice-council-meeting-4/)
- [NCBA/F Summer Board Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncba-f-summer-board-meeting/)
- [NCBA/F Organizational Board Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncba-f-organizational-board-meeting/)
- [NCBF | Wills for Heroes | In Partnership with City of Charlotte](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-wills-for-heroes-in-partnership-with-city-of-charlotte-3/) - Volunteer attorneys will produce wills, health care power of attorney, durable power of attorney, and advance directives documents for first responders and civilians from Mecklenburg County. Volunteers will receive training before client meetings, which are scheduled into three sessions (10:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., and 2:00 pm). Estate planning experience is not required.
- [Minorities in the Profession Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/minorities-in-the-profession-committee-meeting-15/)
- [Real Property Annual Program Events](https://www.ncbar.org/event/real-property-annual-program-events/)
- [NCBA 2024 Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncba-2024-annual-meeting/) - You're invited to join us for the 2024 Annual Meeting of the North Carolina Bar Association June 20-22 in Charlotte. Highlights on Thursday include a tour of the Mecklenburg County Court House and the ninth annual Legal Legends of Color Awards ceremony honoring recipients selected by the NCBA Minorities in the Profession Committee. On Friday
- [NCBF Judicial Learning Center+Civic Education Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-judicial-learning-centercivic-education-committee-meeting-5/)
- [NCBF | Pro Bono Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-pro-bono-committee-meeting/)
- [Environment, Energy & Natural Resources Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/environment-energy-natural-resources-council-meeting-6/)
- [Constitutional Rights & Responsibilities Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/constitutional-rights-responsibilities-council-meeting-2/)
- [Constitutional Rights & Responsibilities Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/constitutional-rights-responsibilities-council-meeting-3/)
- [Antitrust & Complex Business Disputes Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/antitrust-complex-business-disputes-council-meeting-3/)
- [eeNCBF | Programs Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/eencbf-programs-committee-meeting/)
- [NCBF | Civic Education & Community Engagement Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-civic-education-community-engagement-committee-meeting-5/)
- [NCBA | Pro Bono Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncba-pro-bono-committee-meeting-5/)
- [NCBA | Pro Bono Mega Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncba-pro-bono-mega-meeting/)
- [NCBF | Development Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-development-committee-meeting-8/)
- [NCBF | Endowment Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-endowment-committee-meeting-8/)
- [Minorities in the Profession Committee | Diversity & Inclusion Symposium 2022](https://www.ncbar.org/event/minorities-in-the-profession-committee-diversity-inclusion-symposium-2022/) - The third biennial Diversity and Inclusion Symposium, sponsored by the Minorities in the Profession Committee, is open to any attorney or legal professional interested in diversity and inclusion issues. The Symposium is designed to advance the conversation from diversity to the full inclusion of minority attorneys and professionals in all aspects of the legal profession.
- [Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Legislative Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/estate-planning-fiduciary-law-legislative-committee-meeting/)
- [Family Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/family-law-council-meeting-8/)
- [Family Law CLE Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/family-law-cle-committee-meeting-4/)
- [Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/estate-planning-fiduciary-law-council-meeting-10/)
- [BarCARES Executive Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/barcares-executive-committee-meeting-10/)
- [14th Annual Criminal Justice Gilchrist and Smith Awards Dinner](https://www.ncbar.org/event/14th-annualish-criminal-justice-gilchrist-and-smith-awards-dinner/)
- [NCBA+NCBF Open Door Fellowship Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbancbf-open-door-fellowship-committee-meeting/)
- [Minorities in the Profession Committee Meeting & Diverse Attorney/Student Networking Lunch](https://www.ncbar.org/event/minorities-in-the-profession-committee-meeting-diverse-attorney-student-networking-lunch/)
- [Administrative Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/administrative-law-council-meeting-3/)
- [NCBF | Programs Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-programs-committee-meeting-2/)
- [Privacy & Data Security | Social in Charlotte](https://www.ncbar.org/event/privacy-data-security-annual-meeting-reception-2/)
- [Litigation Section Family Day at the NC Zoo](https://www.ncbar.org/event/litigation-section-family-day-at-the-nc-zoo/)
- [Future of Law Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/future-of-law-committee-meeting-13/)
- [Appellate Rules Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/appellate-rules-committee-meeting-10/)
- [Education Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/education-law-council-meeting-3/)
- [Professional Vitality Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/professional-vitality-committee-meeting-12/)
- [2023 4ALL - Greenville (attorney volunteer, in person)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2023-4all-greenville/) - On March 3, 2023, North Carolina lawyers across the state will join forces to provide free legal answers, information and resources to callers seeking information regarding North Carolina-related legal matters.
- [Senior Lawyers Division Spring Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/senior-lawyers-division-spring-council-meeting/)
- [2023 4ALL -Virtual Intake Volunteer (paralegals/law students)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2023-4all-virtual-intake-volunteer-paralegal-law-student/) - On March 3, 2023, North Carolina lawyers across the state will join forces to provide free legal answers, information and resources to callers seeking information regarding North Carolina-related legal matters.
- [2023 4ALL - Greensboro (attorney volunteer, in person)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2023-4all-greensboro-attorney-volunteer-in-person/) - On March 3, 2023, North Carolina lawyers across the state will join forces to provide free legal answers, information and resources to callers seeking information regarding North Carolina-related legal matters.
- [2023 4ALL - Wilmington (attorney volunteer - in person)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2023-4all-wilmington-attorney-volunteer-in-person/) - On March 3, 2023, North Carolina lawyers across the state will join forces to provide free legal answers, information and resources to callers seeking information regarding North Carolina-related legal matters.
- [2023 4ALL - Fayetteville (attorney volunteer - in person)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2023-4all-fayetteville-attorney-volunteer-in-person/) - On March 3, 2023, North Carolina lawyers across the state will join forces to provide free legal answers, information and resources to callers seeking information regarding North Carolina-related legal matters.
- [Professionalism Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/professionalism-committee-meeting-11/)
- [BarCARES Board of Directors Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/barcares-board-of-directors-committee-meeting-2/)
- [2023 4ALL - Virtual (attorney volunteer)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2023-4all-virtual-attorney-volunteer/) - On March 3, 2023, North Carolina lawyers across the state will join forces to provide free legal answers, information and resources to callers seeking information regarding North Carolina-related legal matters.
- [Workers' Compensation Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/workers-compensation-council-meeting-5/)
- [Insurance Law Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/insurance-law-annual-meeting/)
- [Insurance Law Networking Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/insurance-law-networking-social-2/)
- [Insurance Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/insurance-law-council-meeting-4/)
- [Appellate Practice Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/appellate-practice-council-meeting-3/)
- [2023 Law Student Reception Leadership Registration](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2023-law-student-reception-leadership-registration/) - The NCBA Board of Governors, executive leadership and Section and Division Council members, along with councilors and officers of the N.C. State Bar and law school staff, are invited to attend the annual statewide law student networking reception to connect with Law Student Division members.
- [Criminal Justice Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/criminal-justice-council-meeting-4/)
- [Women In the Profession Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/women-in-the-profession-committee-meeting-13/)
- [2023 Law Student Networking Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2023-law-student-reception/) - To get 2023 off to a strong start, we invite you to the annual law student networking event with NCBA executive leadership, N.C. State Bar leadership and NCBA Section councils. This event is designed for you to connect with statewide leaders in the legal profession and specific practice areas of your interest.
- [Creating a Strategic Plan for Yourself](https://www.ncbar.org/event/charting-a-strategic-plan-for-yourself/) - This session applies the strategic planning discipline that successful businesses use to chart their path — applied specifically to attorneys as individuals.
- [Asheville Member Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/asheville-member-social/) - Join us on the patio at the Renaissance Asheville Downtown Hotel for a special Member Appreciation Month celebration!
- [Members in Focus - Professional Headshot Clinic Charlotte](https://www.ncbar.org/event/charlotte-headshots-clinic/) - Join us at Robinson Bradshaw on Thursday, May 14, for a high-quality headshot session.
- [Winston-Salem Member Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/winston-salem-member-social/) - Join us at Incendiary Brewing Company in Winston-Salem for a special Member Appreciation Month celebration!
- [Charlotte CPM Event](https://www.ncbar.org/event/charlotte-cpm-event/) - NCBA is excited to offer two events for the Wilmington area on Thursday, May 7.
- [Charlotte Member Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/charlotte-member-social-3/) - Join us at Charlotte Beer Garden for a special Member Appreciation Month celebration!
- [Social Media Profile Reviews - Day 2](https://www.ncbar.org/event/social-media-profile-reviews-day-2/) - Get one-on-one advice from NCBA Center for Practice Management Director Catherine Sanders Reach on how to make your social media profiles work for you whether you are looking for a job, seeking to engage with potential referrals, or raising your profile as a thought leader. This event is part of NCBA Member Appreciation Month.
- [Military & Veterans Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/military-veterans-law-council-meeting-3/)
- [Elder & Special Needs Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/elder-special-needs-law-council-meeting-3/)
- [Antitrust & Complex Business Disputes | Council, Speaker & Judges Dinner](https://www.ncbar.org/event/antitrust-complex-business-disputes-council-speakers-dinner/)
- [Workers' Compensation Annual Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/event/workers-compensation-annual-reception/)
- [NCBF | Free Legal Answers Empower Hour - Durham Co. Bar](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-free-legal-answers-empower-hour-durham-co-bar/)
- [Family Law Section Social in Winston](https://www.ncbar.org/event/family-law-networking-social/)
- [Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/sexual-orientation-gender-identity-committee-meeting-5/)
- [Health Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/health-law-council-meeting-5/)
- [Juvenile Justice & Children's Rights Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/juvenile-justice-childrens-rights-council-meeting-3/)
- [Government & Public Sector Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/government-public-sector-council-meeting-3/)
- [Intellectual Property Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/intellectual-property-council-meeting-2/)
- [Antitrust & Complex Business Disputes | Section Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/event/antitrust-complex-business-disputes-early-arrivals-reception/)
- [NCBF 4ALL - Charlotte (attorney volunteer - in person)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-4all-charlotte-attorney-volunteer-in-person/) - On March 3, 2023, North Carolina lawyers across the state will join forces to provide free legal answers, information and resources to callers seeking information regarding North Carolina-related legal matters.
- [Social Media Profile Reviews - Day 3](https://www.ncbar.org/event/social-media-profile-reviews-day-3/) - Get one-on-one advice from NCBA Center for Practice Management Director Catherine Sanders Reach on how to make your social media profiles work for you whether you are looking for a job, seeking to engage with potential referrals, or raising your profile as a thought leader. This event is part of NCBA Member Appreciation Month.
- [Zoning, Planning & Land Use Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/zoning-planning-land-use-council-meeting-4/)
- [Tax Roundtable Discussion](https://www.ncbar.org/event/tax-roundtable-discussion/)
- [A Day in the Life of a Land Use Lawyer: Perspectives from Public and Private Practitioners](https://www.ncbar.org/event/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-land-use-lawyer-perspectives-from-public-and-private-practitioners/)
- [Paralegal Division Member Event at Bad Axe Throwing](https://www.ncbar.org/event/paralegal-division-member-event-at-bad-axe-throwing/) - Paralegal Division Member Social at Bad Axe Throwing
- [MIP | Minority Corporate Counsel: Being Diverse in Corporate Law](https://www.ncbar.org/event/mip-minority-corporate-counsel-being-diverse-in-corporate-law/)
- [Paralegal Division Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/paralegal-division-council-meeting-20/)
- [Paralegal Division Member Event: Virtual Bingo](https://www.ncbar.org/event/paralegal-division-virtual-bingo/)
- [Criminal Justice | e-Courts Training with Judge Ned Mangum](https://www.ncbar.org/event/criminal-justice-e-courts-training-with-judge-mangum/)
- [Dispute Resolution Early Arrivals Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/event/dispute-resolution-early-arrivals-reception/)
- [Dispute Resolution Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/dispute-resolution-council-meeting/)
- [2023 4ALL - Asheville (attorney volunteer - in person)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2023-4all-asheville-attorney-volunteer-in-person/) - On March 3, 2023, North Carolina lawyers across the state will join forces to provide free legal answers, information and resources to callers seeking information regarding North Carolina-related legal matters.
- [4ALL | Virtual CPA Volunteer](https://www.ncbar.org/event/4all-virtual-cpa-volunteer/) - On March 3, 2023, North Carolina lawyers across the state will join forces to provide free legal answers, information and resources to callers seeking information regarding North Carolina-related legal matters.
- [Litigation Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/litigation-council-meeting-14/)
- [Juvenile Justice & Children's Rights Council & Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/juvenile-justice-childrens-rights-council-meeting-14/)
- [Zoning, Planning & Land Use Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/zoning-planning-land-use-council-meeting-14/)
- [Family Law Section | CLE Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/family-law-section-cle-social/)
- [Government & Public Sector Speaker Panel](https://www.ncbar.org/event/government-public-sector-speaker-panel/)
- [Members in Focus - Professional Headshot Clinic Cary](https://www.ncbar.org/event/members-in-focus-professional-headshot-clinic/) - Refresh your professional profile with a new complimentary headshot and enjoy a lunch to-go—our way of saying thank you during Membership Appreciation Month!
- [NCBF + NCBA Free Legal Answers Empower Hour](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-ncba-free-legal-answers-empower-hour/)
- [Construction Law | Reception & Coman Award Presentation](https://www.ncbar.org/event/construction-law-reception-coman-award-ceremony/)
- [NCBF + NCBA Family Law Pro Se Clinic](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-ncba-family-law-pro-se-clinic/) - Through the NCBA Family Law Pro Se Clinic, paralegal and attorney volunteers will assist eligible registrants to correctly complete the forms needed to file a pro se custody complaint in Buncombe County. Volunteers may also assist with answers and counterclaims for custody and divorce.
- [NCBA Wilmington Events](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncba-wilmington-events-2/) - NCBA is excited to offer two events for the Wilmington area on Thursday, May 7.
- [Continuing the Conversation: Legal Specialization Experience](https://www.ncbar.org/event/continuing-the-conversation-legal-specialization-experience/)
- [NC + GA YLD: Networking, Service, and Impact](https://www.ncbar.org/event/yld-asheville-program/)
- [Second Annual Trailblazer Award for Women in Law Awards Dinner](https://www.ncbar.org/event/second-annual-trailblazer-award-for-women-in-law-awards-dinner/)
- [Paralegal Division Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/paralegal-division-council-meeting-11/)
- [Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity Committee | Networking Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/sexual-orientation-gender-identity-committee-networking-social/)
- [Appellate Practice | Fourth Circuit Panel Discussion & Networking Trip](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ap-nw-richmond-trip/)
- [Corporate Counsel | Annual & Council Meeting.](https://www.ncbar.org/event/corporate-counsel-annual-council-meeting/)
- [Connect & Serve: Supporting Children in Foster Care](https://www.ncbar.org/event/jjcr-yld-fl-joint-networking-event/)
- [Family Law | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/family-law-council-meeting-9/)
- [Administrative Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/administrative-law-council-meeting-14/)
- [ACBD | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/acbd-council-meeting-4/)
- [Sports & Entertainment Law | Council Meeting & Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/sports-entertainment-law-council-meeting-annual-meeting/)
- [EENR | Annual Meeting & Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/eenr-annual-meeting-social/)
- [NCBA/NCACPA Joint Practitioner Meeting with IRS](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncba-ncacpa-joint-practitioner-meeting-with-irs/)
- [Paralegal Division Annual Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/event/paralegal-division-annual-reception-3/)
- [Education Law Section | Networking Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/event/education-law-section-networking-reception/)
- [Construction Law | Council Meeting & Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/construction-law-council-meeting-annual-meeting/)
- [Women in the Profession Donation Drive, 5K Walk/Run, and Coffee Networking Events](https://www.ncbar.org/event/women-in-the-profession-5k-coffee-networking-and-donation-drive/)
- [Zoning, Planning and Land Use Section's 20th Anniversary Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/event/zoning-planning-and-land-use-20th-anniversary/)
- [Government & Public Sector Section Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/government-public-sector-section-council-meeting-12/)
- [Education Law Section | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/education-law-section-council-meeting-12/)
- [Appellate Rules Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/appellate-rules-committee-meeting-17/)
- [Pre-Law Conference 2026](https://www.ncbar.org/event/pre-law-conference-2026/)
- [NCBA/F Spring Board Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncba-f-spring-board-meeting/)
- [Council Meeting | Elder & Special Needs Law Section](https://www.ncbar.org/event/council-meeting-elder-special-needs-law-section-2/)
- [2026 NCBA Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2026-ncba-annual-meeting/)
- [Social Media Profile Reviews - Day 1](https://www.ncbar.org/event/social-media-profile-reviews-day-1/) - Get one-on-one advice from NCBA Center for Practice Management Director Catherine Sanders Reach on how to make your social media profiles work for you whether you are looking for a job, seeking to engage with potential referrals, or raising your profile as a thought leader. This event is part of NCBA Member Appreciation Month.
- [Criminal Justice Council Meeting & Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/criminal-justice-council-meeting-annual-meeting/)
- [Joint Sports & Entertainment Law and Intellectual Property Law Networking Event in Cary](https://www.ncbar.org/event/sports-entertainment-law-networking-event-in-cary/)
- [Navigating eCourts File and Serve Webinar](https://www.ncbar.org/event/navigating-ecourts-file-and-serve-webinar/) - Join us for an informative and practical online session focused on navigating North Carolina’s eCourts systems. This presentation is designed for filers, legal professionals and anyone interested in improving their efficiency and confidence when working with the courts electronically.
- [Council Meeting | Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Section](https://www.ncbar.org/event/council-meeting-elder-special-needs-law-section/)
- [Workers' Compensation Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/workers-compensation-council-meeting-14/)
- [CPM Learning Objectives: Microsoft Copilot 201](https://www.ncbar.org/event/cpm-learning-objectives-microsoft-copilot-201/) - The paid version of Microsoft Copilot for MS 365 business has been available as an additional subscription offering since November 2023. If you have a subscription or are considering one, how has the product matured? What is available now? In this session, we will look at ways law firms can leverage their Copilot subscription for
- [Early Arrivals Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/event/early-arrivals-reception/)
- [Beyond the Law Webinar Series: What Got You Here Won’t Get You There: How to Prepare NOW for Your Next Role](https://www.ncbar.org/event/beyond-the-law-webinar-series-what-got-you-here-wont-get-you-there-how-to-prepare-now-for-your-next-role/) - Examine the skills, behaviors, attitudes, and beliefs you must shift in order to progress, how to resist the natural pressure to maintain the status quo, and how to overcome inertia and create your path forward.
- [Swing into Spring: Networking Lunch + Golf Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/yld-networking-lunch-golf-social/)
- [Construction Law Section Networking Socials](https://www.ncbar.org/event/construction-law-section-networking-socials/)
- [SLD Spring Meeting 2026](https://www.ncbar.org/event/sld-spring-meeting-2026/)
- [BarCARES Panel | "Demystifying Mental Health Disclosures in the Attorney Licensure Process"](https://www.ncbar.org/event/barcares-panel-demystifying-mental-health-disclosures-in-the-attorney-licensure-process/)
- [Labor & Employment Law Section | Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/labor-employment-law-section-annual-meeting-3/)
- [Return to the Vault | Equitable Distribution at the Closing Table](https://www.ncbar.org/event/return-to-the-vault-equitable-distribution-at-the-closing-table/)
- [Return to the Vault | Deed Fraud: Foul Deeds, Fishy Deals, and Fraudulent Filing](https://www.ncbar.org/event/return-to-the-vault-deed-fraud-foul-deeds-fishy-deals-and-fraudulent-filing/)
- [Beyond the Law Webinar Series | Building the Habits That Shape Your Personal and Professional Well-being](https://www.ncbar.org/event/beyond-the-law-webinar-series-building-the-habits-that-shape-your-personal-and-professional-well-being/) - This one-hour session explores how early-career lawyers can cultivate sustainable techniques for productivity, professional relationships and well-being.
- [Lunch with the Chair | Labor & Employment Law Section](https://www.ncbar.org/event/lunch-with-the-chair-labor-employment-law-section-2/)
- [BarCARES Board of Directors Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/barcares-board-of-directors-committee-meeting-10/)
- [Professionalism Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/professionalism-committee-meeting-14/)
- [Small Firm & Tech | Council Meeting (3.26.26)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/small-firm-tech-council-meeting-3-26-26/)
- [Labor & Employment Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/labor-employment-law-council-meeting-13/)
- [Women in the Profession Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/women-in-the-profession-committee-meeting-15/)
- [YLD Spring Quarterly Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/yld-spring-quarterly-council-meeting/)
- [Intellectual Property Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/intellectual-property-council-meeting-9/)
- [Return to the Vault | What’s New, What’s Next: NC Legislation Every Real Estate](https://www.ncbar.org/event/return-to-the-vault-whats-new-whats-next-nc-legislation-every-real-estate/)
- [NCBF + NCBA Pro Bono Committee NC Free Legal Answers Empower Hour](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-ncba-pro-bono-committee-nc-free-legal-answers-empower-hour-2/)
- [Environment, Energy & Natural Resources | Featured Speaker Presentation](https://www.ncbar.org/event/environment-energy-natural-resources-speaker-3/)
- [Dispute Resolution Section | Mediation Hot Topics Roundtable](https://www.ncbar.org/event/dispute-resolution-section-mediation-hot-topics-roundtable-4/)
- [Joint EENR/YLD Social | Environment, Energy & Natural Resources Section](https://www.ncbar.org/event/eenr-joint-eenr-yld-social/)
- [NCBF + NCBA Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Committee Name Change Clinic](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-ncba-sexual-orientation-and-gender-identity-committee-name-change-clinic-2/)
- [Administrative Law Networking & Awards Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/event/administrative-law-networking-awards-reception/)
- [Construction Law | Winter Program Early Arrivals Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/construction-law-winter-program-early-arrivals-social/)
- [Juvenile Justice & Children's Rights Panel Discussion | Nuts & Bolts of Legal Specialization](https://www.ncbar.org/event/jjcr-panel-nuts-bolts-of-legal-specialization/)
- [Tax Law | Sip & Socialize with NCACPA](https://www.ncbar.org/event/tax-law-sip-socialize-with-ncacpa/)
- [Next Level Leadership Conference 2026](https://www.ncbar.org/event/next-level-leadership-conference-2026/) - NCBA’s Next Level Leadership Conference empowers experienced professionals to refine their leadership approach and elevate performance. Through interaction sessions with practical insights, attendees will gain the tools needed to sustain a competitive advantage and lead with renewed purpose.
- [Labor & Employment Law Section Webinar | The Intersection of AI and Bias in the Employment Context](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ll-panel-the-intersection-of-ai-and-bias-in-the-employment-context/)
- [Rising Stars Leadership Conference 2026](https://www.ncbar.org/event/rising-stars-leadership-conference-2026/) - NCBA’s Rising Stars Leadership Conference empowers emerging leaders with the skills to lead effectively. Learn proven strategies for leadership development, personal branding, and creating a sustainable impact, both in your career and your community.
- [NCBA | Pro Bono Mega Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncba-pro-bono-mega-meeting-4/)
- [Tax Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/tax-council-meeting-4/)
- [Health Law Section | Early Arrivals Reception & Section Dinner](https://www.ncbar.org/event/health-law-section-early-arrivals-reception-section-dinner/)
- [Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/sexual-orientation-gender-identity-committee-meeting-14/)
- [Appellate Practice Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/appellate-practice-council-meeting-20/)
- [Labor & Employment Law | Walking Tour of Chapel Hill](https://www.ncbar.org/event/labor-employment-law-walking-tour-of-chapel-hill/)
- [Health Law | Section Spotlight Panel](https://www.ncbar.org/event/health-law-section-spotlight-panel/)
- [Health Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/health-law-council-meeting-13/)
- [Charlotte Member Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/charlotte-member-social-2/) - This event has sold out. We hope to see you at future events in Charlotte.
- [Paralegal Division Power Hour](https://www.ncbar.org/event/paralegal-division-power-hour-2/)
- [Real Property | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/real-property-council-meeting-5/)
- [Construction Law | Council Meeting (2.18.26)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/construction-law-council-meeting-2-18-26/)
- [YLD NC Lawyers on Call (4ALL) Pro Bono Party](https://www.ncbar.org/event/yld-nc-lawyers-on-call-4all-pro-bono-party/) - Please join us for a Pro Bono Party at the NC Bar Center on Friday, March 6, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Attorneys, law students, and paralegals are invited to come together for a day of pro bono service. Participants are welcome to join us for all or part of the day, and
- [International Practice Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/international-practice-council-meeting-3/)
- [NCBF | Wills for Heroes | In Partnership w/ Wake Co. Bar Association](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-wills-for-heroes-in-partnership-w-wake-co-bar-association/) - Volunteer attorneys will produce wills, health care power of attorney, durable power of attorney, and advance directive for first responder clients from the Wake County and surrounding areas. Volunteers will receive training before client meetings, at 8:30 a.m., which are scheduled at 10 a.m. and 12 noon. Estate planning experience is not required.
- [From Mentorship to Sponsorship: Retaining and Advancing Women Lawyers Virtual Panel](https://www.ncbar.org/event/from-mentorship-to-sponsorship-retaining-and-advancing-women-lawyers-virtual-panel/)
- [EENR Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/eenr-council-meeting-2/)
- [Networking Social | Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Section](https://www.ncbar.org/event/networking-social-estate-planning-fiduciary-law-section-2/)
- [NCBF Middle School Mock Trial - Misenheimer](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-middle-school-mock-trial-misenheimer/) - The NCBF is recruiting volunteers for a middle school mock trial competition featuring five teams in Misenheimer on January 30, 2026. We are seeking volunteer attorneys, paralegals and law students to participate as scoring jurors and presiding judges. Volunteers may sign up to participate in multiple time slots. The competition will take place in person
- [Return to the Vault | February 2026](https://www.ncbar.org/event/return-to-the-vault-february-2026/)
- [Appellate Rules Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/appellate-rules-committee-meeting-16/)
- [Elder & Special Needs Law | Section Dinner](https://www.ncbar.org/event/elder-special-needs-law-council-speaker-dinner-3/)
- [Elder & Special Needs Law | Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/event/section-reception-estate-planning-fiduciary-law/)
- [Rules of the Road Series: "The Two Mandatory Rules For All”](https://www.ncbar.org/event/rules-of-the-road-series-3/)
- [Elder & Special Needs Law | New Attendee Welcome Lunch](https://www.ncbar.org/event/elder-special-needs-law-new-attendee-welcome-lunch-2/)
- [Labor & Employment Law Section | Networking Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/labor-employment-law-networking-social/)
- [Bankruptcy Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/bankruptcy-council-meeting-16/)
- [Corporate Counsel | Expunction Clinic](https://www.ncbar.org/event/corporate-counsel-expunction-clinic-2/)
- [NCBF | Wills for Heroes | In Partnership with the NCBA Estate Planning & Fiduciary & Military & Veterans  Law Section](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-wills-for-heroes-in-partnership-with-the-ncba-estate-planning-fiduciary-military-veterans-law-section/) - Volunteer attorneys will produce wills, health care power of attorney, durable power of attorney, and advance directives documents for the Cumberland County SWAT Team. Volunteers will receive training before client meetings, scheduled at 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. Estate planning experience is not required.
- [ACBD | Speaker & Judges Dinner](https://www.ncbar.org/event/acbd-speaker-judges-dinner-2/)
- [Labor & Employment Law Webinar | Prompting with Purpose: Ethical and Effective Use of Generative AI in a Legal Practice](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ll-panel-prompting-with-purpose-ethical-and-effective-use-of-generative-ai-in-a-legal-practice/)
- [Labor & Employment Law Webinar | AI at Work: Legal Considerations for Generative AI Guidelines](https://www.ncbar.org/event/labor-employment-law-webinar-ai-at-work-legal-considerations-for-generative-ai-guidelines/)
- [Paralegal Division Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/paralegal-division-council-meeting-10/)
- [Dispute Resolution Section | Early Arrivals Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/event/dispute-resolution-section-early-arrivals-reception/)
- [Government & Public Sector Section Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/government-public-sector-section-council-meeting-11/)
- [NCBF + NCBA Pro Bono Committee Free Legal Answers Empower Hour](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-ncba-pro-bono-committee-free-legal-answers-empower-hour/)
- [Litigation Section Panel Discussion](https://www.ncbar.org/event/litigation-section-panel-discussion/)
- [Dispute Resolution Section | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/dispute-resolution-section-council-meeting-7/)
- [¡Adelanté! | Moving Forward!](https://www.ncbar.org/event/adelante-moving-forward-starting-a-legal-career-in-2026-the-pressure-to-be-everything-everywhere-all-at-once/)
- [Labor & Employment Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/labor-employment-law-council-meeting-10/)
- [Real Property | Roast on the Coast](https://www.ncbar.org/event/real-property-roast-on-the-coast/)
- [ACBD Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/acbd-council-meeting-3/)
- [Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/sexual-orientation-gender-identity-committee-meeting-13/)
- [Tax Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/tax-council-meeting-3/)
- [Tax Roundtable Discussion](https://www.ncbar.org/event/tax-roundtable-discussion-3/)
- [BarCARES Board of Directors Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/barcares-board-of-directors-committee-meeting-9/)
- [Education Law Section | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/education-law-section-council-meeting-11/)
- [NCBF + NCBA Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity Committee Name Change Clinic](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-ncba-sexual-orientation-gender-identity-committee-name-change-clinic-8/)
- [18th Annual Criminal Justice Gilchrist & Smith Awards Dinner](https://www.ncbar.org/event/annual-criminal-justice-gilchrist-smith-awards-dinner/)
- [Litigation Section Hurricanes Pre-Game Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/litigation-section-hurricanes-pre-game-social/)
- [Workers’ Compensation Annual Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/event/workers-compensation-annual-reception-4/)
- [NCBF Judicial Learning Center+Civic Education Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-judicial-learning-centercivic-education-committee-meeting-4/)
- [Insurance Law Section | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/insurance-law-section-council-meeting-7/)
- [Litigation Section Greensboro Grasshoppers Baseball Game](https://www.ncbar.org/event/litigation-section-greensboro-grasshoppers-baseball-game/)
- [Panel | Open Doors: Access, Disability, and the Future of Estate Planning](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ep-idea-committee-diversity-panel-2/)
- [CPM Learning Objectives | What’s New in Google Workspace for Business](https://www.ncbar.org/event/cpm-learning-objectives-whats-new-in-google-workspace-for-business/) - Over the last few years Google Workspace for Business has added many new features and tools, including AI baked into almost every product. Whether your firm is interested in moving from Microsoft, or if you have a free Gmail account that you are considering upgrading, we’ll explore pros and cons and practical realities. For firms
- [BarCARES Executive Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/barcares-executive-committee-meeting-14/)
- [Family Law | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/family-law-council-meeting-7/)
- [Beyond the Law Webinar Series | Building a Team That Leads: Creating Accountability and Leadership Beyond](https://www.ncbar.org/event/beyond-the-law-webinar-series-building-a-team-that-leads-creating-accountability-and-leadership-beyond/) - This one-hour session explores how experienced attorneys can foster greater accountability and leadership within their teams without losing control or creating confusion. Drawing on decades of experience working inside law firms, this presentation focuses on practical leadership shifts, clear role definition, and communication boundaries that support a more engaged and dependable team.
- [Section Spotlight | Straight Outta Law School](https://www.ncbar.org/event/section-spotlight-straight-outta-law-school/)
- [Family Law | Council Meeting (3.12.26)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/family-law-council-meeting-3-12-26/)
- [Privacy & Data Security | Council Meeting (2.26.26)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/privacy-data-security-council-meeting-2-26-26/)
- [Real Property | Carolina Hurricanes Tailgate](https://www.ncbar.org/event/real-property-carolina-hurricanes-tailgate/)
- [Business Law | Council Meeting (2.19.26)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/business-law-council-meeting-2-19-26/)
- [Business Law & Corporate Counsel | CLE Leadership Dinner](https://www.ncbar.org/event/business-law-corporate-counsel-cle-leadership-dinner/)
- [Business Law & Corporate Counsel | CLE Networking Reception 2026](https://www.ncbar.org/event/business-law-corporate-counsel-cle-networking-reception-2026/)
- [Breaking Barriers + Joining the Table](https://www.ncbar.org/event/breaking-barriers-joining-the-table/)
- [YLD + MIP | Black History Month Legal Trivia Night](https://www.ncbar.org/event/yld-mip-black-history-month-legal-trivia-night/)
- [Council Meeting | Elder & Special Needs Law Section](https://www.ncbar.org/event/council-meeting-estate-planning-fiduciary-law-section-4/)
- [Zoning, Planning & Land Use Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/zoning-planning-land-use-council-meeting-13/)
- [Juvenile Justice & Children's Rights Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/juvenile-justice-childrens-rights-council-meeting-13/)
- [Litigation Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/litigation-council-meeting-11/)
- [Searching for Jobs as a 3L](https://www.ncbar.org/event/searching-for-jobs-as-a-3l/)
- [Family Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/family-law-council-meeting/)
- [Education Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/education-law-council-meeting/)
- [Administrative Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/administrative-law-council-meeting/)
- [2023 4ALL | Raleigh - (attorney volunteer, in person)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/4all-volunteer-registration-raleigh/) - On March 3, 2023, North Carolina lawyers across the state will join forces to provide free legal answers, information and resources to callers seeking information regarding North Carolina-related legal matters.
- [Health Law and Elder & Special Needs Law | Joint Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/health-law-and-elder-special-needs-law-joint-social-at-rosecomb/)
- [NCBF 4ALL Raleigh - Legal Support Center](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-4all-raleigh-legal-support-center/) - On March 3, 2023, North Carolina lawyers across the state will join forces to provide free legal answers, information and resources to callers seeking information regarding North Carolina-related legal matters.
- [Tax Law Roundtable Discussion](https://www.ncbar.org/event/tax-law-roundtable-discussion/) - Please join other Tax Section members for a one-hour hybrid roundtable discussion. Roundtable discussions are open to all section members and are an opportunity for members to get together in an informal setting to examine issues and raise questions related to Tax Law. We hope to see you there!
- [Tax Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/tax-law-council-meeting/)
- [Working Together: Tips on How to Have a Successful Practice](https://www.ncbar.org/event/working-together-tips-on-how-to-have-a-successful-practice/)
- [Government & Public Sector Networking Event | Top Golf Charlotte-University](https://www.ncbar.org/event/government-public-sector-networking-event-top-golf-charlotte-university/)
- [Appellate Rules Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/appellate-rules-committee-meeting/)
- [Appellate Practice Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/appellate-practice-council-meeting/)
- [¡Adelante! | Moving Forward! 2023](https://www.ncbar.org/event/adelante-moving-forward-2023-2/) - This program is designed to empower minority law students as well as recent graduates as they navigate law school and enter the legal profession.
- [NCBF Middle School Mock Trial - Charlotte](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-middle-school-mock-trial-charlotte/) - The NCBF is helping facilitate a middle school mock trial competition featuring five schools in Charlotte on February 24, 2023. We are seeking volunteer attorneys, paralegals and law students to participate as scoring jurors and presiding judges. Volunteers may sign up to participate in multiple time slots. The competition will take place in person at
- [Real Property | Return to the Vault: The Intersection Between Real Property and Bankruptcy](https://www.ncbar.org/event/real-property-return-to-the-vault-the-intersection-between-real-property-and-bankruptcy/)
- [Administrative Law Section Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/administrative-law-section-annual-meeting/)
- [Joint Networking with Criminal Justice and Young Lawyers Division](https://www.ncbar.org/event/joint-networking-with-criminal-justice-and-young-lawyers-division/)
- [Pre-Law Conference presented by the Minorities in the Profession Committee](https://www.ncbar.org/event/pre-law-conference-presented-by-the-minorities-in-the-profession-committee/)
- [Education Law Networking Event](https://www.ncbar.org/event/education-law-networking-event/)
- [Education Law Section Spotlight](https://www.ncbar.org/event/education-law-section-spotlight/)
- [Questioning the Paralegal Profession Panel Discussion for Students](https://www.ncbar.org/event/questioning-the-paralegal-profession-panel-discussion-for-students/)
- [Minorities in the Profession Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/minorities-in-the-profession-committee-meeting/)
- [Joint Networking Social at Okja](https://www.ncbar.org/event/joint-networking-social-at-okja/)
- [Administrative Law Section Awards Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/event/administrative-law-section-awards-reception/)
- [NCBA/F Winter Board Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncba-f-winter-board-meeting/)
- [Charlotte Hornets Pre-Game Social | Small Firm & Tech/Sports & Entertainment Law](https://www.ncbar.org/event/charlotte-hornets-pre-game-social-small-firm-tech-sports-entertainment-law/)
- [Family Law | Intensive Networking Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/family-law-intensive-networking-social/)
- [CPM Learning Objectives | Practical Workflow Automation for Lawyers](https://www.ncbar.org/event/cpm-learning-objectives-practical-workflow-automation-for-lawyers/) - Workflow automation can transform routine legal work by connecting the tools you already use and orchestrating actions automatically. We’ll start with simple wins in everyday software (Outlook and Word) to reduce repetitive steps, improve consistency, and cut drafting time. Then we’ll look into advanced tools with Microsoft Power Automate, and Zapier to link apps and
- [Sports & Entertainment Law | Council Meeting (1.23.26)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/sports-entertainment-law-council-meeting-1-23-26/)
- [Family Law | Council Meeting (1.28.26)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/family-law-council-meeting-1-28-26/)
- [Family Law | Domestic Violence Lunch & Learn](https://www.ncbar.org/event/family-law-domestic-violence-lunch-learn/)
- [Juvenile Justice & Children's Rights Program on Involuntary Commitment for Youth](https://www.ncbar.org/event/jjcr-program-on-ivc/)
- [Women in the Profession Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/women-in-the-profession-committee-meeting-14/)
- [Corporate Counsel | Council Meeting (1.15.26)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/corporate-counsel-council-meeting-1-15-26/)
- [Minorities in the Profession Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/minorities-in-the-profession-committee-meeting-14/)
- [Criminal Justice Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/criminal-justice-council-meeting-13/)
- [ACBD Women's Lunch](https://www.ncbar.org/event/acbd-womens-lunch/)
- [Professionalism Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/professionalism-committee-meeting-13/)
- [YLD Wellness Committee Book Club: By the Time you Read This](https://www.ncbar.org/event/yld-wellness-committee-book-club-by-the-time-you-read-this-2/)
- [Insurance Law | Networking Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/insurance-law-networking-social/)
- [NCBF + NCBA Young Lawyers Division NC Free Legal Answers Empower Hour](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-ncba-young-lawyers-division-nc-free-legal-answers-empower-hour/)
- [NC Bar Association/NC State Bar Joint Reception and Dinner for the Chief Justice’s Commission on Professionalism Award](https://www.ncbar.org/event/nc-bar-association-nc-state-bar-joint-reception-and-dinner-for-the-chief-justices-commission-on-professionalism-award/)
- [Insurance Law Section | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/insurance-law-section-council-meeting-6/)
- [BarCARES Executive Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/barcares-executive-committee-meeting-13/)
- [Appellate Rules Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/appellate-rules-committee-meeting-15/)
- [YLD Winter Quarterly Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/yld-council-meeting/)
- [Intellectual Property Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/intellectual-property-council-meeting-8/)
- [Appellate Practice Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/appellate-practice-council-meeting-19/)
- [Coffee, (Tea) and Conversations with the YLD Chair](https://www.ncbar.org/event/coffee-tea-and-conversations-with-the-chair/)
- [2026 Law Student Networking Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/event/2026-law-student-networking-reception/) - To get 2026 off to a strong start, we invite you to the annual law student networking event at the N.C. Bar Center with NCBA executive leadership, N.C. State Bar leadership and NCBA Section councils. This event is designed for law students to connect with statewide leaders in the legal profession and specific practice areas
- [Prelaw Conference |  Bringing Order to Chaos: Is Law School the Answer](https://www.ncbar.org/event/pre-law-conference-2025/)
- [Paralegal Division Member Event: Virtual Bingo](https://www.ncbar.org/event/paralegal-division-member-event-virtual-bingo-2/)
- [Administrative Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/administrative-law-council-meeting-13/)
- [YLD + Tax Trivia Night](https://www.ncbar.org/event/yld-tax-trivia-night/)
- [Council Meeting | Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Section](https://www.ncbar.org/event/council-meeting-estate-planning-fiduciary-law-section-3/)
- [Return to the Vault Series | January 2026](https://www.ncbar.org/event/return-to-the-vault-series-january-2026/)
- [Rules of the Road Series: Finding the Way on Fiscal Notes](https://www.ncbar.org/event/rules-of-the-road-series-2/)
- [Workers' Compensation Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/workers-compensation-council-meeting-13/)
- [Women in the Profession Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/women-in-the-profession-committee-meeting-12/)
- [PDS Fireside Chat | December 2025](https://www.ncbar.org/event/pds-fireside-chat-december-2025/)
- [Program on Restorative Justice Practices](https://www.ncbar.org/event/program-on-restorative-justice/)
- [NCBF + NCBA Pro Bono Committee NC Free Legal Answers Empower Hour](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-ncba-pro-bono-committee-nc-free-legal-answers-empower-hour/)
- [Wreaths Across America 2025](https://www.ncbar.org/event/wreaths-across-america-2025/) - Join fellow members in a meaningful act of service in support of Wreaths Across America. Each year, more than two million volunteers nationwide honor our heroes by placing wreaths on their graves, and we invite you to be part of this special tradition. This event is family-friendly and a wonderful opportunity to connect with other
- [Not Your Mother's Cookies: Navigating Privacy Risks in the Age of Digital Tracking](https://www.ncbar.org/event/not-your-mothers-cookies-navigating-privacy-risks-in-the-age-of-digital-tracking/)
- [Paralegal Division | Special Meeting of the Members (Vote Required)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/paralegal-division-special-meeting-of-the-members/)
- [Coffee & Conversations with the Corporate Counsel and International Practice Sections](https://www.ncbar.org/event/coffee-conversations-with-the-corporate-counsel-and-international-practice-sections/)
- [Construction Law | Council Meeting (12.4.25)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/construction-law-council-meeting-12-4-25/)
- [NCBF | Entrepreneurs Assistance Program (EAP)  | Ask-A-Lawyer Clinic](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-entrepreneurs-assistance-program-eap-ask-a-lawyer-clinic-4/) - Volunteer attorneys will provide pro bono business law advice and counsel to small business owners and entrepreneurs, clients of Mountain BizWorks, Asheville-Buncombe Tech Community College, including the SBTDC of Western Carolina University, and the University of North Carolina Asheville, free of charge.
- [Dispute Resolution Section | Mediation Hot Topics Roundtable](https://www.ncbar.org/event/dispute-resolution-section-mediation-hot-topics-roundtable-3/)
- [Dispute Resolution Section | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/dispute-resolution-section-council-meeting-6/)
- [ACBD Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/acbd-council-meeting-2/)
- [The ACBD Section Presents: Meeting Our Newest Business Court Judges](https://www.ncbar.org/event/the-acbd-section-presents-meeting-our-newest-business-court-judges/)
- [Appellate Practice | Season's Grievances](https://www.ncbar.org/event/appellate-practice-at-tobacco-road-sports-cafe/)
- [Young Lawyers Division + Sports and Entertainment Section UNC vs. USC Upstate Men's Basketball Game Networking](https://www.ncbar.org/event/young-lawyers-division-sports-and-entertainment-section-unc-vs-usc-upstate-mens-basketball-game-networking/)
- [Sports & Entertainment Law | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/sports-entertainment-law-council-meeting-6/)
- [SOGI Panel | Through the Legal Lens](https://www.ncbar.org/event/sogi-panel-through-the-legal-lens-2/)
- [Real Property | Council Meeting (11.18.25)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/real-property-council-meeting-11-18-25/)
- [Privacy & Data Security | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/privacy-data-security-council-meeting-4/)
- [Business Law | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/business-law-council-meeting-5/)
- [Small Firm & Tech | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/small-firm-tech-council-meeting-3/)
- [Government & Public Sector Section Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/government-public-sector-section-council-meeting-10/)
- [Juvenile Justice & Children's Rights Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/juvenile-justice-childrens-rights-council-meeting-12/)
- [Antitrust & Complex Business Disputes Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/antitrust-complex-business-disputes-council-meeting-12/)
- [Council Meeting | Elder & Special Needs Law Section](https://www.ncbar.org/event/council-meeting-estate-planning-fiduciary-law-section-2/)
- [Durham Member Social at Boxcar](https://www.ncbar.org/event/durham-member-social-at-boxcar/) - Join fellow members at Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Durham’s ultimate arcade bar!
- [Appellate Rules Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/appellate-rules-committee-meeting-14/)
- [Paralegal Division Holiday Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/paralegal-division-holiday-social/)
- [Corporate Counsel | Food Bank Donation Drive, Service Project + Lunch](https://www.ncbar.org/event/corporate-counsel-food-bank-service-project-lunch/)
- [Paralegal Division Roundtable](https://www.ncbar.org/event/paralegal-division-panel/)
- [Appellate Practice Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/appellate-practice-council-meeting-18/)
- [Bankruptcy Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/bankruptcy-council-meeting-15/)
- [Litigation Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/litigation-council-meeting-10/)
- [Networking Social | Education Law](https://www.ncbar.org/event/networking-social-education-law/)
- [Education Law | Section Spotlight](https://www.ncbar.org/event/education-law-section-spotlight-4/)
- [Corporate Counsel & Young Lawyers Division | Joint Social at Flying Bull Beer Co.](https://www.ncbar.org/event/yld-cc-joint-social-at-flying-bull-beer-co/)
- [Reclaim Your Workday Webinar: Sustainable Success for Busy Attorneys](https://www.ncbar.org/event/reclaim-your-workday-webinar-sustainable-success-for-busy-attorneys/) - Join Marcey Rader to learn how to cut the chaos, focus on what matters and deliver sustainably.
- [Education Law Section | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/education-law-section-council-meeting-10/)
- [EENR Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/eenr-council-meeting/)
- [Bankruptcy Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/bankruptcy-council-meeting-14/)
- [Zoning, Planning & Land Use Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/zoning-planning-land-use-council-meeting-12/)
- [Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/sexual-orientation-gender-identity-committee-meeting-12/)
- [Intellectual Property Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/intellectual-property-council-meeting-7/)
- [Health Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/health-law-council-meeting-12/)
- [Insurance Law Section | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/insurance-law-section-council-meeting-5/)
- [Workers' Compensation Networking Event at Academy Street Bistro](https://www.ncbar.org/event/workers-compensation-networking-event-at-academy-street-bistro-3/)
- [Litigation Section Panthers Pre-Game Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/litigation-section-panthers-pre-game-social-2/)
- [Labor & Employment Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/labor-employment-law-council-meeting-9/)
- [Lunch with the Chair | Labor & Employment Law Section](https://www.ncbar.org/event/lunch-with-the-chair-labor-employment-law-section/)
- [Family Law | Fall Intensive Networking Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/family-law-fall-intensive-networking-reception/) - All Family Law Section Members are welcome to join us in The Draftsman Bar + Lounge in the Restoration hotel for free appetizers and drinks! Stop by after the intensive or join us if you are in the Asheville area! We hope to see you there!
- [International Practice Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/international-practice-council-meeting-2/)
- [Annual  Joint Luncheon with the NCACPA and NC DOR](https://www.ncbar.org/event/annual-joint-luncheon-with-the-ncacpa-and-nc-dor/)
- [Tax Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/tax-council-meeting-2/)
- [Corporate Counsel | Council Meeting (10.9.25)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/corporate-counsel-council-meeting-10-9-25/)
- [Corporate Counsel | Thought Leadership Panel](https://www.ncbar.org/event/corporate-counsel-thought-leadership-panel/)
- [Workers' Compensation Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/workers-compensation-council-meeting-12/)
- [Women in the Profession Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/women-in-the-profession-committee-meeting-11/)
- [Paralegal Division Fall Festival](https://www.ncbar.org/event/paralegal-division-fall-festival-2/)
- [Administrative Law and Government & Public Sector Joint Networking Event](https://www.ncbar.org/event/administrative-law-and-government-public-sector-joint-networking-event-2/)
- [Raleigh Member Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/mbr-raleigh-member-social/) - Join fellow members to tee up and network at Hop Shot Mini Golf.
- [Young Lawyers Division Networking Event at the Velvet Hippo](https://www.ncbar.org/event/young-lawyers-division-networking-event-at-the-velvet-hippo/)
- [SLD | Fall Meeting and Hall of Fame Banquet](https://www.ncbar.org/event/sld-fall-meeting-2025/)
- [Young Lawyers Division Quarterly Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/young-lawyers-division-quarterly-council-meeting/)
- [Minorities in the Profession Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/minorities-in-the-profession-committee-meeting-13/)
- [Appellate Rules Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/appellate-rules-committee-meeting-13/)
- [Paralegal Division Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/paralegal-division-council-meeting-9/)
- [ACBD/Corporate Counsel | Joint Top Golf Networking Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/acbd-corporate-counsel-joint-top-golf-networking-social/)
- [From Legal Expert to Firm Leader Webinar](https://www.ncbar.org/event/from-legal-expert-to-firm-leader-webinar/) - Join Lori Pulvermacher, a dedicated practice management and business development advisor, for a session focusing on mindset shifts and tools to fully embrace the role of firm owner or leader. Key takeaways: Navigating the mental shift from lawyer to leader, strategic delegation and team development, and aligning daily actions with the firm's vision.
- [Intellectual Property Nature Walk](https://www.ncbar.org/event/intellectual-property-nature-walk/)
- [Intellectual Property Nature Walk Winston-Salem](https://www.ncbar.org/event/intellectual-property-nature-walk-winston-salem/)
- [Sports & Entertainment Law | Blue Cross NC 250 Race & Social.](https://www.ncbar.org/event/sports-entertainment-law-blue-cross-nc-250-race-social/)
- [Criminal Justice Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/criminal-justice-council-meeting-12/)
- [Webinar | Stress Management Techniques for Lawyers](https://www.ncbar.org/event/webinar-stress-management-techniques-for-lawyers/) - Join Gary Miles, a seasoned attorney with over 40 years of legal practice and host of The Free Lawyer podcast, for an essential presentation on managing stress in the demanding world of law. Drawing from his extensive experience as a trial lawyer and managing partner, Gary will explore the unique stressors facing legal professionals—from billable
- [NCBF + NCBA Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity Committee Name Change Clinic](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-ncba-sexual-orientation-gender-identity-committee-name-change-clinic-7/)
- [Intellectual Property | VIRTUAL ONLY Annual Planning Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/intellectual-property-virtual-only-annual-planning-meeting/)
- [BarCARES Board of Directors Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/barcares-orientation-board-of-directors-committee-meeting/)
- [Administrative Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/administrative-law-council-meeting-12/)
- [Bankruptcy Council, Speaker, and Judges Dinner](https://www.ncbar.org/event/bankruptcy-council-speaker-and-judges-dinner-2/)
- [SOGI Panel | Through the Legal Lens](https://www.ncbar.org/event/sogi-panel-through-the-legal-lens/)
- [Council Meeting | Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Section](https://www.ncbar.org/event/council-meeting-estate-planning-fiduciary-law-section/)
- [NCBA | Pro Bono Committee](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncba-pro-bono-committee/)
- [NCBF + NCBA Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity Name Change Clinic](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-ncba-sexual-orientation-gender-identity-name-change-clinic-6/)
- [BarCARES Executive Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/barcares-executive-committee-meeting-12/)
- [Minorities in the Profession Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/minorities-in-the-profession-committee-meeting-12/)
- [Happiness Means Business Webinar](https://www.ncbar.org/event/happiness-means-business-webinar/) - In this session you'll learn how happiness at work impacts the performance of an organization. We will examine research literature that links happiness to business success and the role of organizational culture in shaping operating outcomes through the lens of a $3M turnaround of a mid-size company. You will then get insights from a research
- [Dispute Resolution Section | "Mediation Hot Topics" Roundtable](https://www.ncbar.org/event/dispute-resolution-section-mediation-hot-topics-roundtable-2/)
- [Bankruptcy Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/bankruptcy-council-meeting-13/)
- [Health Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/health-law-council-meeting-11/)
- [Family Law | Networking Social at Incendiary Brewing Co.](https://www.ncbar.org/event/family-law-networking-social-at-incendiary-brewing-co/)
- [Litigation Section Networking Event at Academy Street Bistro](https://www.ncbar.org/event/litigation-section-networking-event-at-academy-street-bistro/)
- [Family Law | Council Meeting (9.11.25)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/family-law-council-meeting-9-11-25/)
- [Business Law | Council Meeting (9.25.25)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/business-law-council-meeting-9-25-25/)
- [Small Firm & Tech | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/small-firm-tech-council-meeting-2/)
- [Corporate Counsel | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/corporate-counsel-council-meeting-notice/)
- [Construction Law | Early Arrivals Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/event/construction-law-early-arrivals-reception/)
- [Construction Law | Networking Reception (Aloft)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/construction-law-networking-reception-aloft/)
- [Construction Law | Past Chairs Breakfast (Aloft Wilmington)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/construction-law-past-chairs-breakfast-aloft-wilmington/)
- [Administrative Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/administrative-law-council-meeting-11/)
- [Government & Public Sector Section Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/government-public-sector-section-council-meeting-9/)
- [Young Lawyers Division Fall Quarterly Council Meeting & Leadership Orientation](https://www.ncbar.org/event/young-lawyers-division-fall-quarterly-council-meeting/)
- [Insurance Law Section | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/insurance-law-section-council-meeting-4/)
- [Labor & Employment Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/labor-employment-law-council-meeting-8/)
- [Litigation Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/litigation-council-meeting-9/)
- [Antitrust & Complex Business Disputes Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/antitrust-complex-business-disputes-council-meeting-11/)
- [Sports & Entertainment Law | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/sports-entertainment-law-council-meeting-5/) - Date & Time | Wednesday, August 27th | 3:30pm Location | Fox Rothschild, LLP | 230 N Elm St Suite 1200, Greensboro, NC 27401 & Zoom Questions | Contact Sherard Johnson - Communities Manager Council meetings are closed, however, if you are interested in joining a committee or the council meeting please contact the Community
- [Construction Law | Networking Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/construction-law-networking-social-2/)
- [Privacy & Data Security | Council Meeting (8.28.25)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/privacy-data-security-council-meeting-8-28-25/)
- [Environment, Energy & Natural Resources Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/environment-energy-natural-resources-council-meeting-10/)
- [International Practice Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/international-practice-council-meeting/)
- [Real Property | Council Meeting (8.19.25)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/real-property-council-meeting-8-19-25/)
- [Construction Law | Council Meeting (8.21.25)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/construction-law-council-meeting-8-21-25/)
- [Table Talks at Wake Forest School of Law 2025](https://www.ncbar.org/event/table-talks-at-wake-forest-school-of-law-2025/)
- [Dispute Resolution Section | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/dispute-resolution-section-council-meeting-5/)
- [Education Law Section | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/education-law-section-council-meeting-9/)
- [Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/sexual-orientation-gender-identity-committee-meeting-11/)
- [Elder & Special Needs Law Section | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/elder-special-needs-law-section-council-meeting-9/)
- [Juvenile Justice & Children's Rights Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/juvenile-justice-childrens-rights-council-meeting-11/)
- [Appellate Practice Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/appellate-practice-council-meeting-17/)
- [Criminal Justice Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/criminal-justice-council-meeting-11/)
- [Women in the Profession Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/women-in-the-profession-committee-meeting-10/)
- [Tax Quarterly Roundtable Discussion](https://www.ncbar.org/event/tax-quarterly-roundtable-discussion/)
- [Tips for Taming Technology: Tidbits for Turbocharged Productivity](https://www.ncbar.org/event/tips-for-taming-technology-tidbits-for-turbocharged-productivity-2/) - Join us for a program packed with practical tech and practice management tips to supercharge your productivity. We will demonstrate techniques and tools to help you manage emails, tame your documents, tackle your time management, simplify everyday tasks, improve your research skills, and market your practice. Plus, discover how to leverage generative AI and automation
- [Professionalism Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/professionalism-committee-meeting-10/)
- [BarCARES Orientation & Board of Directors Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/barcares-board-of-directors-committee-meeting-8/)
- [Intellectual Property Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/intellectual-property-council-meeting-6/)
- [Paralegal Division Retreat](https://www.ncbar.org/event/paralegal-division-retreat-2/)
- [Zoning, Planning & Land Use Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/zoning-planning-land-use-council-meeting-11/)
- [BarCARES Executive Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/barcares-executive-committee-meeting-11/)
- [Workers' Compensation Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/workers-compensation-council-meeting-11/)
- [NCBA/F Annual Leadership Orientation 2025-26](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncba-f-annual-leadership-orientation-2025-26/)
- [Tax Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/tax-council-meeting/)
- [Section Reception | Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law](https://www.ncbar.org/event/estate-planning-fiduciary-law-section-reception-3/)
- [Welcome Lunch | Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law](https://www.ncbar.org/event/estate-planning-fiduciary-law-welcome-lunch-3/)
- [Council & Speaker Dinner | Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Section](https://www.ncbar.org/event/estate-planning-fiduciary-law-section-speaker-dinner/)
- [ACBD Section Lunch in Charlotte](https://www.ncbar.org/event/acbd-section-lunch-in-charlotte/)
- [Council Meeting | Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Section](https://www.ncbar.org/event/estate-planning-fiduciary-law-section-council-meeting-8/)
- [Award Presentation | Kirk Warner Award for Distinguished Service to the Military](https://www.ncbar.org/event/award-presentation-kirk-warner-award-for-distinguished-service-to-the-military/)
- [YLD Summer Quarterly Council Meeting and Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/yld-quarterly-council-meeting-and-annual-meeting/)
- [Joint Social | Dispute Resolution and Elder & Special Needs Law](https://www.ncbar.org/event/joint-social-dispute-resolution-and-elder-special-needs-law/)
- [Criminal Justice Council + Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/criminal-justice-council-annual-meeting/)
- [Family Law | Drive Shack Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/family-law-drive-shack-social/) - We are excited to announce our Family Law Social at Drive Shack Raleigh! Showcase your best swing at this modern, three-level golf driving range and entertainment venue. Enjoy two hours of play, complimentary appetizers and drinks on us. We can't wait to see you there!
- [YLD, EL, HL, & ACBD | Drive Shack](https://www.ncbar.org/event/yld-el-hl-acbd-drive-shack/) - We are excited to invite you to a Joint Social at Drive Shack in Raleigh with Antitrust & Complex Business Disputes, Health Law, Elder Law, and YLD! Showcase your best swing at this modern, three-level golf driving range and entertainment venue. Enjoy two hours of play, complimentary appetizers, and 2 drinks on us. We can't
- [2025 NCBA Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/am-2025-ncba-annual-meeting-2/) - You're invited to join us for the 2025 Annual Meeting of the North Carolina Bar Association June 26-28 in Asheville. Highlights on Thursday include the welcome reception, law school receptions, and the 10th Annual Legal Legends of Color Awards Ceremony. On Friday we are excited to host programming and the business of the bar luncheon.
- [EENR Family Breakfast](https://www.ncbar.org/event/eenr-family-breakfast/)
- [Privacy & Data Security | Annual Meeting Networking Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/privacy-data-security-annual-meeting-networking-social/)
- [Family Law | Council Meeting (6.10.25)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/family-law-council-meeting-6-10-25-2/)
- [Bankruptcy Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/bankruptcy-annual-meeting/)
- [ACBD Section Lunch](https://www.ncbar.org/event/acbd-section-lunch/)
- [Section Spotlight | Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Section](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ep-section-spotlight/)
- [Litigation Section Family Day at the NC Zoo](https://www.ncbar.org/event/litigation-section-zoo-social/)
- [Privacy & Data Security Annual/Council Meeting 2025](https://www.ncbar.org/event/privacy-data-security-annual-council-meeting-2025/)
- [Joint Diversity Social | Hosted by the Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Section](https://www.ncbar.org/event/estate-planning-fiduciary-law-networking-event-2/)
- [Bankruptcy Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/bankruptcy-council-meeting-10/)
- [End-of-Year Networking/Appreciation Social | Labor & Employment Law Section](https://www.ncbar.org/event/networking-social-social-hour-bourbon-bowl-labor-employment-law-section/)
- [Senior Lawyers Division Spring Meeting in Beaufort](https://www.ncbar.org/event/senior-lawyers-division-spring-meeting-in-beaufort/)
- [Hickory Nut Gap Farm (Billy's Farm)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/hickory-nut-gap-farm-billys-farm/)
- [Joint Networking | Durham Bulls Baseball Game for Bankruptcy Section, Young Lawyers Division, and the Minorities in the Profession Committee Members](https://www.ncbar.org/event/joint-networking-durham-bulls-baseball-game-for-bankruptcy-section-young-lawyers-division-and-the-minorities-in-the-profession-committee-members/)
- [NCBF | Open Door Fellowship Committee Luncheon](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-open-door-fellowship-committee-luncheon/) - Please join us for a luncheon with the 2025 Open Door Fellows!
- [Bankruptcy | Charlotte Networking Event](https://www.ncbar.org/event/bankruptcy-charlotte-networking-event-3/)
- [Small Firm & Tech | Top Golf Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/small-firm-tech-top-golf-social/) - We are excited to announce our Small Firm & Tech Annual Meeting Social at Topgolf in Durham! Showcase your best swing at this modern, three-level golf driving range and entertainment venue. Enjoy two hours of play, complimentary appetizers, and drinks on us. We can't wait to see you there!
- [Family Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/family-law-council-meeting-6-10-25/)
- [Small Firm & Tech | Annual/Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/small-firm-tech-annual-council-meeting/)
- [SOGI Panel | Through the Legal Lens: Information for the LGBTQ+ Community](https://www.ncbar.org/event/sogi-panel-through-the-legal-lense-information-for-the-lgbtq-community-2/)
- [Dispute Resolution Section |  "Mediation Hot Topics" Roundtable](https://www.ncbar.org/event/dispute-resolution-section-mediation-hot-topics-roundtable/)
- [NCBF & NCBA Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity Committee Name Change Clinic](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-ncba-sexual-orientation-gender-identity-committee-name-change-clinic-5/)
- [Networking Social | Escape Room at Total Escape | Labor & Employment Law Section](https://www.ncbar.org/event/networking-social-total-escape-labor-employment-law-section/)
- [Networking Social | Social Hour, Village Tavern | Labor & Employment Law Section](https://www.ncbar.org/event/networking-social-village-tavern-labor-employment-law-section/)
- [Environment, Energy, & Natural Resources Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/environment-energy-natural-resources-council-meeting-9/)
- [Construction Law | Annual Meeting Socials!](https://www.ncbar.org/event/construction-law-annual-meeting-socials/)
- [Construction Law | Annual/Council Meeting (5.8.25)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/construction-law-annual-council-meeting-5-8-25/)
- [Appellate Insights](https://www.ncbar.org/event/appellate-insights/)
- [Minorities in the Profession Annual Diverse Attorney Summer Networking Event](https://www.ncbar.org/event/minorities-in-the-profession-annual-diverse-attorney-summer-networking-event/)
- [Real Property | Annual Meeting Networking Reception (Kiawah)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/real-property-annual-meeting-networking-reception-kiawah/)
- [EENR Early Arrivals Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/event/eenr-early-arrivals-reception/)
- [SOGI Panel | Through the Legal Lens: Information for the LGBTQ+ Community](https://www.ncbar.org/event/sogi-panel-through-the-legal-lense-information-for-the-lgbtq-community/)
- [Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law | Networking Event](https://www.ncbar.org/event/estate-planning-fiduciary-law-networking-event/)
- [10th Annual Legal Legends of Color Awards Celebration](https://www.ncbar.org/event/10th-annual-legal-legends-of-color-awards-celebration/)
- [Military & Veterans Law Section | Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/military-veterans-law-section-annual-meeting/)
- [Business Law | Council Meeting (5.14.25)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/business-law-council-meeting-5-14-25/)
- [Real Property | Council Meeting (5.15.25)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/real-property-council-meeting-5-15-25/)
- [Real Property | Early Arrivals Reception {Kiawah}](https://www.ncbar.org/event/real-property-early-arrivals-reception-kiawah/)
- [Sports & Entertainment Law | Annual Meeting & Greensboro Grasshoppers Game](https://www.ncbar.org/event/sports-entertainment-law-annual-meeting-greensboro-grasshoppers-game/)
- [Corporate Counsel Annual/Council Meeting & Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/corporate-counsel-annual-council-meeting-social/)
- [Charlotte Knights Game](https://www.ncbar.org/event/bankruptcy-charlotte-knights/)
- [ACBD Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/acbd-council-meeting/)
- [Paralegal Division Annual Reception & Events](https://www.ncbar.org/event/paralegal-division-annual-reception-events/)
- [Litigation Section Durham Bulls Baseball Game](https://www.ncbar.org/event/litigation-section-baseball-game/)
- [Dispute Resolution Section | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/dispute-resolution-section-council-meeting-4/)
- [Bankruptcy Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/bankruptcy-council-meeting-9/)
- [Member Appreciation Month - Greensboro Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/member-appreciation-month-greensboro-social/) - Join fellow members at Legion Brewing for a special Member Appreciation Month celebration in Greensboro!
- [Family Law | Annual Meeting Social (Uptown Social)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/family-law-annual-meeting-social-uptown-social/)
- [Appellate Practice Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/appellate-practice-council-meeting-16/)
- [Minorities in the Profession Committee Meeting + NCBF Empower Hour](https://www.ncbar.org/event/minorities-in-the-profession-committee-meeting-ncbf-empower-hour/)
- [Member Appreciation Month - Charlotte Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/member-appreciation-month-charlotte-social/) - Join fellow members at Legion Brewing for a special Member Appreciation Month celebration in Charlotte!
- [Appellate Rules Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/appellate-rules-committee-meeting-12/)
- [Paralegal Division Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/paralegal-division-council-meeting-8/)
- [Trailblazer Award for Women in the Law Awards Dinner](https://www.ncbar.org/event/trailblazer-award-for-women-in-the-law-awards-dinner/)
- [Military & Veterans Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/military-veterans-law-council-meeting-10/)
- [Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/sexual-orientation-gender-identity-committee-meeting-10/)
- [International Practice Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/international-practice-law-council-meeting-11/)
- [Litigation Section Annual Meeting & Advocate's Award Presentation](https://www.ncbar.org/event/litigation-section-annual-meeting-advocates-award-presentation/)
- [Elder & Special Needs Law Section | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/elder-special-needs-law-section-council-meeting-8/)
- [Antitrust & Complex Business Disputes Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/antitrust-complex-business-disputes-council-meeting-10/)
- [Health Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/health-law-council-meeting-10/)
- [Tax Section Annual Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/event/tax-section-annual-reception-2/)
- [Zoning, Planning & Land Use Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/zoning-planning-land-use-council-meeting-10/)
- [NCBA Webinar: Driving Firm Profitability: Understanding Key Financial Metrics](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncba-webinar-driving-firm-profitability-understanding-key-financial-metrics/) - Aaron Rothert, JD., is a former IRS instructor with experience at the State Attorney’s Office in Florida. As a Practice Advisor, he helps successful lawyers build profitable and fulfilling law practices. Aaron conducts DISC Behavioral Profile sessions and has been published in the Family Law Journal. He regularly writes on time management and marketing for
- [Health Law Section Spotlight: AI in the Healthcare Industry](https://www.ncbar.org/event/hl-and-yld-spotlight/)
- [Crape Myrtle Festival April 2025 Drag Brunch](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncba-sexual-orientation-gender-identity-committee-social-drag-brunch/)
- [NCBA Webinar: Wellness: Confidence, Energy and Consistency](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncba-webinar-wellness-confidence-energy-and-consistency/) - Professor Felton has helped countless professionals unlock their potential and thrive in challenging environments. As a speaker, coach, and mentor, Professor Felton blends emotional intelligence strategies to help individuals not only succeed but excel. This session will provide actionable tools and insights to help you maintain focus, enhance your presence, and create lasting success in
- [NCBA Webinar: Managing Your Personal Finances: How to “Give Every Dollar a Name” and Create Clarity Around Personal Finances](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncba-webinar-managing-your-personal-finances-how-to-give-every-dollar-a-name-and-create-clarity-around-personal-finances/) - In this webinar, you will learn the benefits of giving every dollar a name. We will walk through the three most common pitfalls that keep you from having clarity with your finances. You will also learn how to create a spending plan so you can use your current cash flow to save money, pay off
- [Juvenile Justice & Children's Rights Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/juvenile-justice-childrens-rights-council-meeting-10/)
- [ACBD & YLD | Durham Bulls Game and Joint Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/acbd-yld-durham-bulls-joint-social/)
- [Raleigh Spring Member Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/raleigh-spring-member-social/) - Start your weekend right with an NCBA Member Social at Flying Saucer Draught Emporium! If you live, work, or are visiting Raleigh and the surrounding area, you're invited to connect with fellow members while enjoying a complimentary drink and appetizers. Don't miss this great opportunity to unwind and network!
- [NCBF + NCBA Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity Committee Name Change Clinic](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-ncba-sexual-orientation-gender-identity-committee-name-change-clinic-4/)
- [Building Your Legal Career | Growth, Transitions, and Tough Choices](https://www.ncbar.org/event/building-your-legal-career-growth-transitions-and-tough-choices/)
- [Workers' Compensation Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/workers-compensation-council-meeting-10/)
- [Elder Law Connect | Elder & Special Needs Law Section](https://www.ncbar.org/event/elder-law-connect-elder-special-needs-law-section/)
- [Corporate Counsel & International Practice Annual Joint Networking](https://www.ncbar.org/event/corporate-counsel-international-practice-annual-joint-networking/)
- [Zoning, Planning and Land Use Council Dinner](https://www.ncbar.org/event/zoning-planning-and-land-use-council-dinner-2/)
- [BarCARES Board of Directors Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/barcares-board-of-directors-committee-meeting-7/)
- [Government & Public Sector Section Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/government-public-sector-section-council-meeting-8/)
- [Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Section | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/estate-planning-fiduciary-law-section-council-meeting-7/)
- [Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Section | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/estate-planning-fiduciary-law-section-council-meeting-6/)
- [EENR Student Outreach](https://www.ncbar.org/event/eenr-student-outreach/)
- [Future of Law Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/future-of-law-committee-meeting-9/)
- [Labor & Employment Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/labor-employment-law-council-meeting-7/)
- [Insurance Law Section | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/insurance-law-section-council-meeting-3/)
- [Litigation Section | Paver Dedication Ceremony & Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/event/litigation-section-paver-dedication-ceremony-reception/)
- [Privacy & Data Security Council Meeting (3.20.25)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/privacy-data-security-council-meeting-3-20-25/)
- [Young Lawyers Division | First Gen Summit](https://www.ncbar.org/event/yld-firstgen-summit/)
- [Education Law Section | Networking Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/event/education-law-section-networking-social/)
- [YLD Spring Quarterly Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/yld-quarterly-council-meeting-3/)
- [Paralegal Division Llama Vineyards Trekking](https://www.ncbar.org/event/paralegal-division-llama-vineyards-trekking/)
- [Administrative Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/administrative-law-council-meeting-10/)
- [Corporate Counsel | Family Day at the Zoo](https://www.ncbar.org/event/corporate-counsel-family-day-at-the-zoo/)
- [Women in the Profession Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/women-in-the-profession-committee-meeting-9/)
- [Litigation Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/litigation-council-meeting-8/)
- [Tax Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/tax-law-council-meeting-9/)
- [Tax Law Roundtable Discussion](https://www.ncbar.org/event/tax-law-roundtable-discussion-3/)
- [Dispute Resolution Section | Early Arrivals Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/event/dispute-resolution-early-arrivals-reception-3/)
- [Education Law Section | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/education-law-section-council-meeting-8/)
- [Family Law | Council Meeting (3.13.25)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/family-law-council-meeting-3-13-25/)
- [Professional Vitality Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/professional-vitality-committee-meeting-9/)
- [Professionalism Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/professionalism-committee-meeting-9/)
- [Construction Law | Council Meeting (3.19.25)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/construction-law-council-meeting-2-19-25/)
- [Construction Law | CLE Early Arrivals Reception - Rally Point](https://www.ncbar.org/event/construction-law-cle-early-arrivals-reception-rally-point/)
- [Appellate Practice Early Arrivals Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/event/appellate-practice-early-arrivals-reception-3/)
- [ACBD Women's Lunch](https://www.ncbar.org/event/intellectual-property-womens-lunch/)
- [Dispute Resolution Section | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/dispute-resolution-section-council-meeting-3/)
- [Joint Networking Event with Criminal Justice, Juvenile Justice & Children's Rights, Military & Veteran's Law and Young Lawyers Division](https://www.ncbar.org/event/joint-networking-event-with-criminal-justice-military-veterans-law-and-young-lawyers-division/)
- [Environment, Energy, & Natural Resources Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/environment-energy-natural-resources-council-meeting-8/)
- [Intellectual Property Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/intellectual-property-council-meeting-5/)
- [Elder & Special Needs Law | New Attendee Welcome Lunch](https://www.ncbar.org/event/elder-special-needs-law-new-attendee-welcome-lunch/)
- [Mingling with Membership Legally Blonde Movie Discussion](https://www.ncbar.org/event/mingling-with-membership-legally-blonde-movie-discussion/) - Join Kayla Britt (Assistant Attorney General, NCDOT) and Avery Locklear (Associate Attorney, Ward and Smith) to discuss the legal and ethical issues from the movie Lincoln Lawyer.
- [Health Law Extended Afternoon](https://www.ncbar.org/event/health-law-extended-afternoon/)
- [BarCARES Executive Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/barcares-executive-committee-meeting-9/)
- [Elder & Special Needs Law | Networking Dinner](https://www.ncbar.org/event/elder-special-needs-law-networking-dinner/)
- [Durham Member Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/durham-member-social/) - Join us for a Member Social at Hi-Wire Brewing Durham. You are invited as a member living in, working in, or visiting Durham and the surrounding area to join your fellow members for a free drink and pizza.
- [Intellectual Property and Dispute Resolution Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/event/intellectual-property-and-dispute-resolution-reception/)
- [NCBA Rising Stars Leadership Conference](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncba-leadership-conference-rising-stars-leadership-conference/) - NCBA’s Rising Stars Leadership Conference is designed for newer leaders. You’ll have the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, and to walk away with information on leadership development, marketing and business development. No CLE credit is available for the Rising Stars Leadership Conference.
- [NCBA Next Level Leadership Conference](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncba-next-level-leadership-conference/) - NCBA’s Next Level Leadership Conference is designed for experienced professionals who are ready to re-energize and elevate performance. You’ll have the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, and to walk away with information on leadership strategies and developing talent. No CLE credit is available for the Next Level Leadership Conference.
- [Bankruptcy | Charlotte](https://www.ncbar.org/event/bankruptcy-charlotte/)
- [International Practice Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/international-practice-law-council-meeting-10/)
- [Mastering Time: Strategies for Achieving Work-Life Harmony](https://www.ncbar.org/event/strategies-for-achieving-work-life-harmony/) - As an attorney, balancing your professional demands with your personal life can often feel like an impossible task. In this one-hour webinar, we’ll dive into proven strategies to help you take control of your time and achieve true work-life harmony. You’ll learn how to prioritize your tasks, create efficient systems that reduce burnout, and manage
- [BarCARES Board of Directors Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/barcares-board-of-directors-committee-meeting-6/)
- [Paralegal Division Candle Making Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/paralegal-division-candle-making-social/)
- [Tips for Taming Technology: Tidbits for Turbocharged Productivity](https://www.ncbar.org/event/tips-for-taming-technology-tidbits-for-turbocharged-productivity/) - Join us for a program packed with practical tech and practice management tips to supercharge your productivity. We will demonstrate techniques and tools to help you manage emails, tame your documents, tackle your time management, simplify everyday tasks, improve your research skills, and market your practice. Plus, discover how to leverage generative AI and automation
- [Military & Veterans Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/military-veterans-law-council-meeting-9/)
- [Elder & Special Needs Law Council & Speaker Dinner](https://www.ncbar.org/event/elder-special-needs-law-council-speaker-dinner-2/)
- [Real Property | Council Meeting (2.11.25)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/real-property-council-meeting-2-11-25/)
- [Paralegal Division Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/paralegal-division-council-meeting-7/)
- [Education Law | Section Spotlight](https://www.ncbar.org/event/education-law-section-spotlight-3/)
- [Health Law Early Arrivals Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/event/health-law-early-arrivals-reception-2/)
- [Future of Law Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/future-of-law-committee-meeting-8/)
- [Environment, Energy, and Natural Resources Speaker](https://www.ncbar.org/event/environment-energy-and-natural-resources-speaker/)
- [Networking Reception at Brooks Pierce](https://www.ncbar.org/event/networking-reception-at-brooks-pierce/)
- [Small Firm & Tech Council Meeting (2.13.25)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/small-firm-tech-council-meeting-2-6-25/)
- [Litigation Section Carolina Hurricanes Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/litigation-section-carolina-hurricanes-social/)
- [Intellectual Property Patent Luncheon](https://www.ncbar.org/event/intellectual-property-ai-presentation/)
- [Litigation Section Networking Event in Wilmington](https://www.ncbar.org/event/litigation-section-networking-event-in-wilmington/)
- [Appellate Rules Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/appellate-rules-committee-meeting-9/)
- [Business Law | Council Annual Meeting Dinner!](https://www.ncbar.org/event/business-law-council-annual-meeting-dinner/)
- [Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/sexual-orientation-gender-identity-committee-meeting-9/)
- [Mingling with Membership - Lincoln Lawyer Movie Discussion](https://www.ncbar.org/event/mingling-with-membership-lincoln-lawyer-movie-discussion/) - Join Kayla Britt (Assistant Attorney General, NCDOT) and Avery Locklear (Associate Attorney, Ward and Smith) to discuss the legal and ethical issues from the movie Lincoln Lawyer.
- [Elder & Special Needs Law Section | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/elder-special-needs-law-section-council-meeting-7/)
- [Criminal Justice Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/criminal-justice-council-meeting-9/)
- [Business Law | Annual Meeting Networking Reception 2025](https://www.ncbar.org/event/business-law-annual-meeting-networking-reception-2025/)
- [Business Law Council Meeting (2/6/25)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/business-law-council-meeting-2-6-25/)
- [NCBF Middle School Mock Trial - Charlotte](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-middle-school-mock-trial-charlotte-3/) - The NCBF is recruiting volunteers for a middle school mock trial competition featuring six teams in Charlotte on January 31, 2025. We are seeking volunteer attorneys, paralegals and law students to participate as scoring jurors and presiding judges. Volunteers may sign up to participate in multiple time slots. The competition will take place in person
- [Appellate Practice and Litigation Networking](https://www.ncbar.org/event/appellate-practice-and-litigation-networking/)
- [NCBF + NCBA Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity Committee Name Change Clinic](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-ncba-sexual-orientation-gender-identity-committee-name-change-clinic-3/)
- [Bankruptcy Networking | Middle District](https://www.ncbar.org/event/bankruptcy-networking-middle-district/)
- [Appellate Rules Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/appellate-rules-committee-meeting-11/)
- [Appellate Practice Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/appellate-practice-council-meeting-15/)
- [DR Roundtable | Ethics & Practice | Future of Dispute Resolution in NC](https://www.ncbar.org/event/dr-ethics-practice-committee-roundtable-discussion-2/)
- [Professional Vitality Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/professional-vitality-committee-meeting-8/)
- [Labor & Employment Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/labor-employment-law-council-meeting-6/)
- [Bankruptcy Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/bankruptcy-council-meeting-7/)
- [Juvenile Justice & Children's Rights Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/juvenile-justice-childrens-rights-council-meeting-9/)
- [Minorities in the Profession Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/minorities-in-the-profession-committee-meeting-11/)
- [Zoning, Planning & Land Use Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/zoning-planning-land-use-council-meeting-9/)
- [Litigation Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/litigation-council-meeting-7/)
- [Insurance Law Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/insurance-law-annual-meeting-3/)
- [Government & Public Sector Section Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/government-public-sector-section-council-meeting-7/)
- [¡Adelanté! | Moving Forward! 2025](https://www.ncbar.org/event/adelante-moving-forward-2025/)
- [Insurance Law Section | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/insurance-law-section-council-meeting-2/)
- [Antitrust & Complex Business Disputes Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/antitrust-complex-business-disputes-council-meeting-9/)
- [NCBA/NCSB Joint Professionalism Dinner](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncba-ncsb-joint-reception-dinner-for-the-cjcp-professionalism-award/) - NC Bar Association /NC State Bar Joint Reception/Dinner for the Chief Justice’s Commission on Professionalism, Professionalism Award April 23, 2025 Raleigh Marriott Crabtree Valley (4500 Marriott Dr, Raleigh, NC 27612) 6:00 pm Reception 7:00 pm Welcome Ticket cost includes parking, reception and dinner (choice of entrée).
- [Family Law Council Meeting (1.24.25)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/family-law-council-meeting-1-24-25/)
- [Paralegal Division Member Event: Virtual Bingo](https://www.ncbar.org/event/paralegal-division-member-event-virtual-bingo/)
- [Corporate Counsel | Council Meeting (1/15/25)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/corporate-counsel-council-meeting-1-15-25/)
- [Sports & Entertainment Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/sports-entertainment-law-council-meeting-4/)
- [YLD Quarterly Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/yld-quarterly-council-meeting-2/)
- [Education Law Section | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/education-law-section-council-meeting-7/)
- [Professionalism Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/professionalism-committee-meeting-8/)
- [Navigating Difficult Conversations](https://www.ncbar.org/event/navigating-difficult-conversations-reviews-terminations-and-feed/) - Conflict is an inevitable part of leadership and team dynamics, especially when delivering employee feedback. This webinar will focus on the most effective strategies for navigating and resolving conflict in employee conversations. Whether addressing performance issues, providing guidance through challenging situations or fostering better communication within your team, this session will share a range of
- [Talent Development: Nurturing Your Legal Team](https://www.ncbar.org/event/talent-development-nurturing-your-legal-team/) - Building a strong, high-performing legal team is key to the success of any law firm. In this insightful webinar, explore proven strategies for nurturing and developing talent within your firm. Learn how to identify potential leaders, provide meaningful growth opportunities, and create a culture of continuous learning and professional development. This session will cover practical
- [Intellectual Property Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/intellectual-property-council-meeting-4/)
- [ACBD | Speaker & Judges Dinner](https://www.ncbar.org/event/acbd-speaker-judges-dinner/)
- [Workers’ Compensation Annual Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/event/workers-compensation-annual-reception-3/)
- [ACBD Judges Networking Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/event/acbd-judges-networking-reception/)
- [Construction Law | Past Chair Paver Dedication Ceremony & Networking Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/event/construction-law-past-chair-paver-dedication-ceremony-networking-reception/)
- [Appellate Practice Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/appellate-practice-council-meeting-14/)
- [BarCARES Executive Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/barcares-executive-committee-meeting-8/)
- [16th Annual Criminal Justice Peter S. Gilchrist III & Wade M. Smith Awards Dinner](https://www.ncbar.org/event/16th-annual-criminal-justice-peter-s-gilchrist-iii-wade-m-smith-awards-dinner/)
- [Workers' Compensation Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/workers-compensation-council-meeting-9/)
- [Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Section | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/estate-planning-fiduciary-law-section-council-meeting-5/)
- [Women in the Profession Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/women-in-the-profession-committee-meeting-8/)
- [Administrative Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/administrative-law-council-meeting-9/)
- [SOGI Panel | Toolkit for the LGBTQ+ Community In Changing Times](https://www.ncbar.org/event/sogi-toolkit-for-the-lgbtq-community-in-changing-times/)
- [NCBF + NCBA Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity Committee Name Change Workshop](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-ncba-sexual-orientation-gender-identity-committee-name-change-workshop/)
- [Juvenile Justice & Children's Rights Networking Lunch, Speaker Event, Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/juvenile-justice-childrens-rights-council-meeting-8/)
- [Return to the Vault Series | December 2024 | Legislative Update](https://www.ncbar.org/event/return-to-the-vault-series-december-2024-legislative-update/)
- [Small Firm & Tech | Coffee & Connect](https://www.ncbar.org/event/small-firm-tech-coffee-connect/)
- [Privacy & Data Security Council Meeting (12/5/24)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/privacy-data-security-council-meeting-12-5-24/)
- [Construction Law Council Meeting (12/5/24)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/construction-law-council-meeting-12-5-24/)
- [Return to the Vault Series | November 2024 |  LANC Hurricane Helene Disaster Res](https://www.ncbar.org/event/return-to-the-vault-series-november-2024-lanc-hurricane-helene-disaster-res/)
- [Wreaths Across America 2024](https://www.ncbar.org/event/wreaths-across-america-2024/) - Join fellow members for an act of service supporting Wreaths Across America. National Wreaths Across America Day hosts more than two million volunteers around the country to place wreaths on the graves of heroes. Volunteers are invited to join us early in the parking lot for hot chocolate. This event is family friendly.
- [Environment, Energy & Natural Resources Speaker](https://www.ncbar.org/event/environment-energy-natural-resources-speaker/)
- [SOGI Networking | Friendsgiving & Music Trivia](https://www.ncbar.org/event/sogi-networking-friendsgiving-music-trivia/)
- [Corporate Counsel | Service Project | Raleigh Food Bank](https://www.ncbar.org/event/corporate-counsel-service-project-raleigh-food-bank/)
- [Return to the Vault | LANC Hurricane Helene Disaster Response](https://www.ncbar.org/event/return-to-the-vault-lanc-hurricane-helene-disaster-response/)
- [DR Ethics & Practice Committee Roundtable Discussion](https://www.ncbar.org/event/dr-ethics-practice-committee-roundtable-discussion/)
- [Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/sexual-orientation-gender-identity-committee-meeting-8/)
- [NCBF | Open Door Fellowship Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-open-door-fellowship-committee-meeting/)
- [Family Law Social at Tin Roof](https://www.ncbar.org/event/family-law-social-at-tin-roof/)
- [Antitrust & Complex Business Disputes Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/antitrust-and-complex-business-disputes-council-meeting/)
- [Appellate Practice Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/appellate-practice-council-meeting-12/)
- [Military & Veterans Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/military-veterans-law-council-meeting-8/)
- [Dispute Resolution Section | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/dispute-resolution-section-council-meeting-2/)
- [Intellectual Property Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/intellectual-property-council-meeting/)
- [Elder & Special Needs Law Section | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/elder-special-needs-law-section-council-meeting-6/)
- [Appellate Insights](https://www.ncbar.org/event/appellate-insights-with-u-s-supreme-court-emergency-applications-attorney-rober/)
- [Raleigh Member Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/raleigh-member-social/) - Join us for a Member Social at Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard. You are invited as a member living in, working in, or visiting the Triangle, and the surrounding area to join your fellow members for a free drink and pizza.
- [NCBF & NCBA Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity Name Change Clinic](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-ncba-sexual-orientation-gender-identity-name-change-clinic-5/)
- [Annual Tax Practitioner Meeting with the IRS and NCACPA](https://www.ncbar.org/event/annual-tax-practitioner-meeting-with-the-irs-and-ncacpa/)
- [Real Property Council Meeting (11/12/24)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/real-property-council-meeting-11-12-24/)
- [Charlotte Member Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/charlotte-member-social/) - Join us for a Member Social at The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery & Biergarten. You are invited as a member living in, working in, or visiting Charlotte, and the surrounding area to join your fellow members for a free drink and appetizers.
- [Small Firm & Tech Council Meeting (11/7/24)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/small-firm-tech-council-meeting-11-7-24/)
- [Family Law Council Meeting (11/6/24)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/family-law-council-meeting-11-6-24/)
- [YLD Social at Flying Saucer Draught Emporium](https://www.ncbar.org/event/yld-networking-social/)
- [Business Law Council Meeting (11/7/24)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/business-law-council-meeting-11-7-24/)
- [Corporate Counsel & Smith Anderson | Thought Leadership Panel](https://www.ncbar.org/event/corporate-counsel-smith-anderson-thought-leadership-panel/) - This year’s event will focus on recruiting, retaining, mentoring, and sponsoring team members within in-house legal departments. Whether you are in the early years of navigating life in an in-house legal department, or a more seasoned attorney, this event should equip you with practical takeaways and perspective that you can use in your interactions with
- [Labor & Employment Law Networking Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/event/labor-employment-law-nc-sc-reception/)
- [Bankruptcy Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/bankruptcy-council-meeting-6/)
- [Bankruptcy Institute Annual Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/event/bankruptcy-institute-annual-reception/)
- [Health Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/health-law-council-meeting-8/)
- [Labor & Employment Law Early Arrivals Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/event/labor-employment-law-early-arrivals-reception/)
- [EP | IDEA Committee Diversity Panel](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ep-idea-committee-diversity-panel/)
- [Zoning, Planning & Land Use Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/zoning-planning-land-use-council-meeting-8/)
- [Environment, Energy, & Natural Resources Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/environment-energy-natural-resources-council-meeting-5/)
- [Litigation Section Networking Event in Charlotte](https://www.ncbar.org/event/litigation-section-networking-event-in-charlotte/)
- [Winston-Salem Member Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/mbr-winston-salem-member-social/) - Join us for a Member Social at Incendiary Brewing Company. You are invited as a member living in, working in, or visiting Winston-Salem, and the surrounding area to join your fellow members for a free drink and appetizers.
- [International Practice Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/international-practice-law-council-meeting-9/)
- [Joint Social with NCBA YLD and Greensboro Bar Association YLS](https://www.ncbar.org/event/joint-networking-event-with-ncba-yld-and-greensboro-bar-association/)
- [Litigation Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/litigation-council-meeting-6/)
- [Insurance Law Section | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/insurance-law-section-council-meeting/)
- [Litigation Section Panthers Pre-Game Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/litigation-section-panthers-pre-game-social/)
- [Bankruptcy Institute Early Arrivals Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/event/bankruptcy-institute-early-arrivals-reception-2/)
- [Bankruptcy Council, Speaker, and Judges Dinner](https://www.ncbar.org/event/bankruptcy-council-speaker-and-judges-dinner/)
- [Return to the Vault Series | October 2024 | Enterprise Justice: More Tips and Tr](https://www.ncbar.org/event/return-to-the-vault-series-october-2024-enterprise-justice-more-tips-and-tr/)
- [Appellate Rules Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/4appellate-rules-committee-meeting/)
- [NCBF | Open Door Fellowship Committee](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-open-door-fellowship-committee/)
- [Sports & Entertainment Law Council Meeting (10/23/24)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/sports-entertainment-law-council-meeting-10-23-24/) - Date & Time | Wednesday, October 23rd | 3:30 pm | Location | Via Zoom Questions | Contact Sherard Johnson - Communities Manager Council meetings are closed, however, if you are interested in joining a committee or the council meeting please contact the Community Manager above.
- [Corporate Counsel Council Meeting (10/17/24)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/corporate-counsel-council-meeting-10-17-24/) - Date & Time | Thursday, October 17th | 1 pm | Location | Via Zoom Questions | Contact Sherard Johnson - Communities Manager Council meetings are closed, however, if you are interested in joining a committee or the council meeting please contact the Community Manager above.
- [Government & Public Sector Section Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/government-public-sector-section-council-meeting-6/)
- [Education Law Section | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/education-law-section-council-meeting-6/)
- [Workers' Compensation Networking Event at Academy Street Bistro](https://www.ncbar.org/event/workers-compensation-networking-event-at-academy-street-bistro-2/)
- [Workers' Compensation Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/workers-compensation-council-meeting-8/)
- [Paralegal Division Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/paralegal-division-council-meeting-6/)
- [Paralegal Division Pedal Pub Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/paralegal-division-pedal-pub-social/)
- [Tax Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/tax-law-council-meeting-8/)
- [Intellectual Property | Wellness Nature Walk & Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/intellectual-property-wellness-nature-walk-social/)
- [Paralegal Division Fall Festival](https://www.ncbar.org/event/paralegal-division-fall-festival/)
- [YLD NC Voting Trivia Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/yld-nc-voting-trivia-social/)
- [Executive Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/executive-committee-meeting/)
- [YLD Fall Quarterly Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/yld-quarterly-council-meeting/)
- [NCBF + NCBA Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity Name Change Clinic](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-ncba-sexual-orientation-gender-identity-name-change-clinic-4/)
- [Criminal Justice Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/criminal-justice-council-meeting-8/)
- [Professional Vitality Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/professional-vitality-committee-meeting-7/)
- [Future of Law Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/future-of-law-committee-meeting-7/)
- [Administrative Law and Government & Public Sector Joint Networking Event](https://www.ncbar.org/event/administrative-law-and-government-public-sector-joint-networking-event/)
- [Bankruptcy Raleigh Networking Event](https://www.ncbar.org/event/bankruptcy-raleigh-networking-event/)
- [Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Section | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/estate-planning-fiduciary-law-section-council-meeting-4/)
- [Paralegal Division Winery Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/paralegal-division-winery-social/)
- [Return to the Vault | Navigating the NAR Proposed Settlement](https://www.ncbar.org/event/return-to-the-vault-navigating-the-nar-proposed-settlement/)
- [Table Talks at Wake Forest University School of Law](https://www.ncbar.org/event/table-talks-at-wake-forest-university-school-of-law/)
- [Administrative Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/administrative-law-council-meeting-8/)
- [BarCARES Board of Directors Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/barcares-board-of-directors-committee-meeting-5/)
- [Women in the Profession Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/women-in-the-profession-committee-meeting-7/)
- [Military & Veterans Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/military-veterans-law-council-meeting-7/)
- [Professionalism Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/professionalism-committee-meeting-7/)
- [Labor & Employment Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/labor-employment-law-council-meeting-5/)
- [NCBF Judicial Learning Center+Civic Education Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-judicial-learning-centercivic-education-committee-meeting/)
- [NCBF Judicial Learning Center+Civic Education Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-judicial-learning-centercivic-education/)
- [NCBF | Programs Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-programs-committee-meeting-6/)
- [NCBA | Pro Bono Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncba-pro-bono-committee-meeting-7/)
- [NCBA | Pro Bono Mega Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncba-pro-bono-mega-meeting-3/)
- [NCBA | Pro Bono Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncba-pro-bono-committee-meeting-8/)
- [Business Law | Council Meeting (9/12/24)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/business-law-council-meeting-9-12-24/)
- [NCBA | Pro Bono Awards Subcommittee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncba-pro-bono-awards-subcommittee-meeting-2/)
- [Privacy & Data Security | Fall CLE Networking Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/privacy-data-security-fall-cle-networking-social/)
- [Antitrust & Complex Business Disputes | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/antitrust-complex-business-disputes-council-meeting-8/)
- [Privacy & Data Security | Council Meeting (9/26/24)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/privacy-data-security-council-meeting-9-26-24/)
- [NCBF | Endowment Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-endowment-committee-meeting-13/)
- [NCBF | Endowment Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-endowment-committee-meeting-12/)
- [Joint Social & Networking Event at Top Golf](https://www.ncbar.org/event/joint-social-networking-event-at-top-golf/) - We are excited to announce our Antritrust & Complex Business Disputes & Corporate Counsel Joint Social at Topgolf in Durham! Showcase your best swing at this modern, three-level golf driving range and entertainment venue. Enjoy two hours of play, complimentary appetizers, and drinks on us. We can't wait to see you there!
- [NCBF | Endowment Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-endowment-committee-meeting-10/)
- [Environment, Energy & Natural Resources Speaker](https://www.ncbar.org/event/environment-energy-natural-resources-speaker-panel/)
- [NCBF | Joint Endowment & Programs Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-joint-endowment-programs-committee-meeting/)
- [Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Section | Special Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/estate-planning-fiduciary-law-section-special-council-meeting/)
- [Insurance Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/insurance-law-council-meeting-7/)
- [Health Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/health-law-council-meeting-7/)
- [Environment, Energy & Natural Resources Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/environment-energy-natural-resources-council-meeting-4/)
- [NCBF | Joint Development and Programs Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-joint-development-and-programs-committee-meeting/)
- [Dispute Resolution Section | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/dispute-resolution-section-council-meeting/)
- [Labor & Employment Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/labor-employment-law-council-meeting-4/)
- [Family Law Fall CLE Social @ Hidden Gate Brewing Co.](https://www.ncbar.org/event/family-law-fall-cle-social-hidden-gate-brewing-co/)
- [Appellate Rules Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/appellate-rules-committee-meeting-8/)
- [Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/sexual-orientation-gender-identity-committee-meeting-6/)
- [Education Law Section | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/education-law-section-council-meeting-5/)
- [Appellate Practice Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/appellate-practice-council-meeting-11/)
- [YLD & MIP Joint Networking | UNC vs. NCCU Football Game](https://www.ncbar.org/event/yld-mip-joint-networking-unc-vs-nccu-tailgate-and-football/)
- [NCBA/F Leadership Orientation 2024](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncba-f-leadership-orientation-2024/)
- [Professional Vitality Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/professional-vitality-committee-meeting-6/)
- [Senior Lawyers Division Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/senior-lawyers-division-council-meeting-5/)
- [Litigation Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/litigation-council-meeting-5/)
- [Minorities in the Profession Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/minorities-in-the-profession-committee-meeting-8/)
- [BarCARES Executive Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/barcares-executive-committee-meeting-7/)
- [2025 Law Student Networking Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/event/mbr-2025-law-student-networking-reception/) - To get 2025 off to a strong start, we invite you to the annual law student networking event at the N.C. Bar Center with NCBA executive leadership, N.C. State Bar leadership and NCBA Section councils. This event is designed for law students to connect with statewide leaders in the legal profession and specific practice areas
- [Bankruptcy Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/bankruptcy-council-meeting-5/)
- [Elder & Special Needs Law Section | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/elder-special-needs-law-section-council-meeting-5/)
- [Family Law Council Meeting (9/12/24)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/family-law-council-meeting-9-12-24/)
- [Small Firm & Technology Council Meeting (9/5/24)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/small-firm-technology-council-meeting-9-5-24/)
- [Construction Law | CLE Networking Reception (Asheville)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/construction-law-cle-networking-reception-asheville/)
- [Construction Law | Past Chairs Breakfast](https://www.ncbar.org/event/construction-law-past-chairs-breakfast-2/)
- [Construction Law | Early Arrivals Reception (Asheville)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/construction-law-early-arrivals-reception-asheville/)
- [NCBF | Endowment Committee](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-endowment-committee-2/)
- [NCBF | Development Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-development-committee-meeting-4/)
- [NCBA/F Leadership Orientation](https://www.ncbar.org/event/annual-leadership-orientation/)
- [Corporate Counsel Council Meeting (8/28/24)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/corporate-counsel-council-meeting-8-28-24/)
- [International Practice Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/international-practice-law-council-meeting-8/)
- [Sports & Entertainment Law Drive Shack Networking Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/sports-entertainment-law-drive-shack-networking-social/) - We are excited to announce our Sports & Entertainment Law Social at Drive Shack Raleigh! Showcase your best swing at this modern, three-level golf driving range and entertainment venue. Enjoy two hours of play, complimentary appetizers and drinks on us. We can't wait to see you there! We can't wait to see you there!
- [Professionalism Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/professionalism-committee-meeting-6/)
- [Intellectual Property Council Meeting (8/22/24)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/intellectual-property-council-meeting-8-22-24/)
- [Zoning, Planning & Land Use Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/zoning-planning-land-use-council-meeting-7/)
- [Real Property Council Meeting (8/20/24)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/real-property-council-meeting-8-20-24/)
- [Sports & Entertainment Law Council Meeting (8/21/24)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/sports-entertainment-law-council-meeting-8-21-24/)
- [Juvenile Justice & Children's Rights Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/juvenile-justice-childrens-rights-council-meeting-7/)
- [Bankruptcy | Quarterly Networking Event](https://www.ncbar.org/event/bankruptcy-quarterly-networking-event/)
- [Future of Law Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/future-of-law-committee-meeting-6/)
- [NCBF | Programs Committee](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-programs-committee-2/)
- [NCBA Pro Bono Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncba-pro-bono-committee-meeting-6/)
- [NCBA Pro Bono Kickoff Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncba-pro-bono-kickoff-meeting/)
- [BarCARES Board of Directors Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/barcares-board-of-directors-committee-meeting-4/)
- [Workers' Compensation Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/workers-compensation-council-meeting-7/)
- [Government & Public Sector Section Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/government-public-sector-section-council-meeting-5/)
- [BarCARES Executive Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/barcares-executive-committee-meeting-6/)
- [Paralegal Division 2024 Council Retreat](https://www.ncbar.org/event/paralegal-division-2024-council-retreat/)
- [Mediation Hot Topics: Dispute Resolution Section Roundtable](https://www.ncbar.org/event/mediation-hot-topics-dispute-resolution-section-roundtable-2/)
- [Real Property: Return to the Vault | August 2024](https://www.ncbar.org/event/real-property-return-to-the-vault-august-2024/)
- [Women in the Profession Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/women-in-the-profession-committee-meeting-6/)
- [Criminal Justice Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/criminal-justice-council-meeting-7/)
- [YLD Annual Leadership Training](https://www.ncbar.org/event/yld-quarterly-council-meeting-leadership-training/)
- [Tax Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/tax-law-council-meeting-7/)
- [Construction Law Council Meeting (8/1/24)](https://www.ncbar.org/event/construction-law-council-meeting-8-1-24/)
- [Administrative Law Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/administrative-law-council-meeting-7/)
- [Bankruptcy | Quarterly Charlotte Networking Event](https://www.ncbar.org/event/bankruptcy-quarterly-charlotte-networking-event/)
- [Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law | Welcome Lunch](https://www.ncbar.org/event/estate-planning-fiduciary-law-welcome-lunch-2/)
- [Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law | Section Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/event/estate-planning-fiduciary-law-section-reception-2/)
- [NCBF + NCBA Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity Committee Name Change Clinic | Durham](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-ncba-sexual-orientation-gender-identity-committee-name-change-clinic-durham/)
- [Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Section | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/estate-planning-fiduciary-law-section-council-meeting-2/)
- [Paralegal Division Vineyard and Winery Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/paralegal-division-vineyard-and-winery-social/)
- [NCBA | Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Section | Council & Speaker Dinner](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncba-estate-planning-fiduciary-law-section-council-speaker-dinner/)
- [Construction Law | End of Year Networking Social - Raleigh](https://www.ncbar.org/event/construction-law-end-of-year-networking-social-raleigh/)
- [Real Property | Return to the Vault Series - State of the Section](https://www.ncbar.org/event/real-property-return-to-the-vault-series-state-of-the-section/)
- [Minorities in the Profession and Young Lawyers Division Diverse Attorney, Young Lawyer, Law Student and 1LSAP Networking](https://www.ncbar.org/event/minorities-in-the-profession-and-young-lawyers-division-diverse-attorney-student-and-1lsap-networking/)
- [Construction Law | Networking Social - CLT](https://www.ncbar.org/event/construction-law-networking-social-clt/)
- [Small Firm & Tech | Durham Bulls Networking Event](https://www.ncbar.org/event/small-firm-tech-durham-bulls-networking-event/) - Small Firm & Technology Social and Durham Bulls Baseball Game
- [Bankruptcy | Charlotte Networking Event](https://www.ncbar.org/event/bankruptcy-charlotte-networking-event-2/)
- [Documentary Screening & Discussion | My Name is Pauli Murray](https://www.ncbar.org/event/documentary-screening-discussion-my-name-is-pauli-murray/)
- [Education Law Section Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/education-law-section-social-2/)
- [Joint Social at NCBA Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/yld-joint-social-at-ncba-annual-meeting/)
- [Labor & Employment Law Section Networking Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/labor-employment-law-section-networking-social-2/)
- [YLD Summer Quarterly Council Meeting & Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/yld-summer-quarterly-council-meeting-annual-meeting/)
- [Business Law Non-Profit Committee Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/business-law-non-profit-committee-meeting/)
- [SOGI Networking Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/sogi-networking-social-2/)
- [YLD | Annual Planning Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/yld-annual-planning-meeting-2/)
- [Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Section Networking Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/estate-planning-fiduciary-law-section-networking-social-3/)
- [Paralegal Division Social at NC Museum of Art Park Walk](https://www.ncbar.org/event/paralegal-division-social-at-nc-museum-of-art-park-walk/)
- [Elder & Special Needs Law Goes to the Zoo](https://www.ncbar.org/event/elder-special-needs-law-goes-to-the-zoo/)
- [Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Section Networking Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/estate-planning-fiduciary-law-section-networking-social-2/)
- [NCBF + NCBA Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity Committee Name Change Clinic](https://www.ncbar.org/event/ncbf-ncba-sexual-orientation-gender-identity-committee-name-change-clinic-2/)
- [Bankruptcy Section | Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/bankruptcy-section-annual-meeting/)
- [Dispute Resolution Section Networking Social](https://www.ncbar.org/event/dispute-resolution-section-networking-social/)
- [JJCR | Achieving the Possible on Behalf of Dual Status Youth Panel](https://www.ncbar.org/event/jjcr-achieving-the-possible-on-behalf-of-dual-status-youth/)
- [Environment, Energy, & Natural Resources | Council Meeting & Program](https://www.ncbar.org/event/environment-energy-natural-resources-council-meeting-program/)
- [Business Law | Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/event/business-law-council-meeting-4/)
- [Real Property | Early Arrivals Reception!](https://www.ncbar.org/event/real-property-early-arrivals-reception-2/)
- [Real Property | Annual Meeting Networking Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/event/real-property-annual-meeting-networking-reception/)

## Member Focus

- [BarCARES Leadership on Lawyer Well-Being: Eric Richardson](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/barcares-leadership-on-lawyer-well-being-eric-richardson/) - May is not only Mental Health Awareness Month, but also Lawyer Well-Being Week — a time to raise awareness about mental health and encourage action and innovation across the profession year-round to improve well-being (wellbeingweek.org). We called on members of the NCBA BarCARES Initiative leadership team to share their own personal experiences with well-being to
- [BarCARES Leadership on Lawyer Well-Being: Kayla Britt](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/barcares-leadership-on-lawyer-well-being-kayla-britt/) - May is not only Mental Health Awareness Month, but also Lawyer Well-Being Week — a time to raise awareness about mental health and encourage action and innovation across the profession year-round to improve well-being (wellbeingweek.org). We called on members of the NCBA BarCARES Initiative leadership team to share their own personal experiences with well-being to
- [BarCARES Leadership on Lawyer Well-Being: Ed Ergenzinger](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/barcares-leadership-on-lawyer-well-being-ed-ergenzinger/) - May is not only Mental Health Awareness Month, but also Lawyer Well-Being Week — a time to raise awareness about mental health and encourage action and innovation across the profession year-round to improve well-being (wellbeingweek.org). We called on members of the NCBA BarCARES Initiative leadership team to share their own personal experiences with well-being to
- [Alex Gwynn Selected as a YLD Star of the Quarter](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/alex-gwynn-selected-as-a-yld-star-of-the-quarter/) - Alex Gwynn is no stranger to being selected as a Young Lawyers Division Star of the Quarter. She was honored with this award in August 2022 and again in January 2026. Each year she continues to transcend what it means to be in YLD and carries that same overachieving attitude into her personal career journey.
- [Paulina Webber Selected as a Law Student Division Star of the Quarter](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/paulina-webber-selected-as-a-law-student-division-star-of-the-quarter/) - Paulina Webber, a North Carolina Central University School of Law student and aspiring prosecuting attorney, has been selected as a Law Student Division Star of the Quarter. Outside of NCBA involvement, Webber has gained career experience at DLA Piper, the ACLU of Arkansas and the Durham County District Attorney’s Office. She has been a member
- [Taylor Gibbs Selected as a YLD Star of the Quarter](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/taylor-gibbs-selected-as-a-yld-star-of-the-quarter/) - Taylor Gibbs, a civil litigator at Blanco Tackabery and co-chair of the NCBA DEI Committee, has been selected as a Young Lawyers Division Star of the Quarter — an honor that means the world to her. She joined YLD for the opportunity to connect with fellow legal professionals. Since her firm takes on cases across
- [Tia Overway Selected as a YLD Star of the Quarter](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/tia-overway-selected-as-a-yld-star-of-the-quarter/) - Tia Overway decided to become involved with the Young Lawyers Division (YLD) when she was selected to participate in the Minorities in the Profession (MIP) Committee’s 1L Summer Associate Program, where she was able to facilitate several networking opportunities that were pivotal during such an early stage of her career. She is honored to have
- [Women's History Month With WIP](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/womens-history-month-with-wip/) - NCBA Women in the Profession (WIP) Committee serves as a resource by identifying ways to encourage and maintain the active participation and advancement of women in NCBA and the legal profession. This is achieved through educational programs, awareness initiatives and networking events that highlight the accomplishments of women attorneys. In honor of Women’s History Month,
- [Celebrating Black History Month and Past Presidents of Color](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/celebrating-black-history-month-and-past-presidents-of-color/) - Black History Month is an opportunity to celebrate the richness of Black history and culture, recognizing and honoring the resilience, contributions and achievements of Black Americans. To commemorate the observance, NCBA Past Presidents Charles Becton (2008-9), Jacqueline Grant (2018-19) and Clayton Morgan (2022-23) reflected on highlights during their terms as presidents of color, as well
- [2025 NCBA Year in Review](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/2025-ncba-year-in-review/) - Thank you to all of our members for making 2025 quite the special year! We’re so excited to see all the new initiatives, events and connections that 2026 brings. In the meantime, check out our 2025 Year in Review to see what we were up to in photos, as well as NCBA member Diana Santos
- [A Look Into the 2026 Law Student Networking Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/a-look-into-the-2026-law-student-networking-reception/) - On Thursday, Jan. 22, from 4:30-6:30 p.m., NCBA member law students and seasoned attorneys gathered at the N.C. Bar Center for the annual Law Student Networking Reception. This event is designed to provide an opportunity for law students to connect with statewide leaders in the legal profession and specific practice areas of interest, from N.C.
- [The Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. in the Legal Profession](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/the-legacy-of-martin-luther-king-jr-in-the-legal-profession/) - Today is Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and in commemoration of the holiday and Dr. King's life and legacy, NCBA asked members to share the most meaningful lesson they've taken from him and how it has shaped them in their roles as legal professionals, as well as a time in their legal careers when they
- [2025 Professionalism for New Attorneys Recap](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/2025-professionalism-for-new-attorneys-recap/) - From Tuesday-Wednesday, Dec. 2-3, 2025, NCBA welcomed newly licensed North Carolina attorneys into the profession with a Professionalism for New Attorneys (PNA) program. This program, offered both in person at the Bar Center and through live webcast, equipped attendees with essential tools for success to begin a legal career and prepared them to navigate the
- [Fall NCBA Law Student Representative Events](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/fall-ncba-law-student-representative-events/) - NCBA law student representatives have been busy hosting a variety of events at campuses across the state. Our 24 reps have been amazing spokespeople for the NCBA and Law Student Division, serving as a bridge of information between our association and their universities, making sure their peers are aware of opportunities to get plugged in
- [Love Your Lawyer Spotlight: Steve Gardner and Shelby Benton](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/love-your-lawyer-spotlight-steve-garner-and-shelby-benton/) - With the return of November, the weather gets cooler, the leaves grow more colorful, and the spirit of love and gratitude reaches an all-time high. The month began with Love Your Lawyer Day, a holiday that shows appreciation for lawyers' important work and dedication to the law, focusing on the many ways they make a
- [Love Your Lawyer Spotlight: Katie King](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/love-your-lawyer-spotlight-katie-king/) - With the return of November, the weather gets cooler, the leaves grow more colorful, and the spirit of love and gratitude reaches an all-time high. The month began with Love Your Lawyer Day, a holiday that shows appreciation for lawyers' important work and dedication to the law, focusing on the many ways they make a
- [Anna-Jamieson Beck Selected as a YLD Star of the Quarter](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/anna-jamieson-beck-selected-as-a-yld-star-of-the-quarter/) - Anna-Jamieson Beck decided to become involved with the Young Lawyers Division to make a difference in the legal community while meeting new and inspiring people along the way. Since joining, the YLD has helped make her feel at home as a new lawyer in North Carolina. I was very excited to be part
- [Courtney LaTourrette Selected as a YLD Star of the Quarter](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/courtney-latourrette-selected-as-a-yld-star-of-the-quarter-2/) - Since becoming an NCBA representative in 2023, Courtney LaTourrette’s involvement with the Young Lawyers Division has been pivotal in shaping her legal career. During this time, the division’s themes have ranged from “Letters to My Younger Self” to “Belonging with Purpose,” and now to the current theme, “Breaking Barriers.” These themes have consistently highlighted the
- [Maya Davis Selected as a YLD Star of the Quarter](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/maya-davis-selected-as-a-yld-star-of-the-quarter-2/) - Maya Davis became involved in the NCBA Young Lawyers Division to build relationships with peers who share similar goals of professional growth, community involvement and mentorship. Her involvement has helped her grow as both a leader and collaborator, strengthened her organizational and communication skills and taught her the value of community in advancing the legal
- [Brittany Harry Selected as a YLD Star of the Quarter](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/brittany-harry-selected-as-a-yld-star-of-the-quarter/) - Brittany Harry is an attorney based in the Triangle and a proud graduate of North Carolina Central University School of Law. Since the beginning of her career, she has primarily focused on defense work, particularly in workers’ compensation. Brittany currently practices at Lewis & Roberts, PLLC, where she represents employers and insurers in complex workers’
- [Law Student Representative: Luke Li](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-student-representative-luke-li/) - Duke University School of Law student Luke Li is honored to serve as a 2025-26 NCBA law student representative, acting as a bridge between students and the larger legal community. He’s excited to help his peers take advantage of NCBA resources and contribute to its mission of advancing the profession and supporting access to justice.
- [Law Student Representative: Veronica Peña](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-student-representative-veronica-pena/) - 2025-26 NCBA law student representative Veronica Peña is excited to connect her classmates in Elon’s Flex Program with the vast opportunities afforded to them by the NCBA. The Flex Program is full of nontraditional students, with the average age being 29 and ranging from working moms in their 40s to a freshly graduated 21-year-old. Many
- [Law Student Representative: Sydney Basden](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-student-representative-sydney-basden/) - As an NCBA law student representative for both the 2024-25 and 2025-26 bar years, Sydney Basden is proud to give law students a chance to step outside the “law school bubble” and learn what it truly means to be a lawyer from some of North Carolina’s kindest and most accomplished attorneys. Sydney came to law
- [Law Student Representative: Peter Kane](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-student-representative-peter-kane/) - Peter Kane is serving as a 2025-26 NCBA law student representative to ensure that NCCU Law students are plugged into NCBA happenings, building on his work as a 2024-25 rep. Peter knows that many of his peers, and himself, will practice together in the years ahead, and he believes it is important to understand the
- [Law Student Representative: Darius Alexander](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-student-representative-darius-alexander/) - 2025-26 NCBA law student representative Darius Alexander is excited to do his part to promote the NCBA as much as possible, all while working alongside a great group of people who have welcomed him with open arms. Before law school, Darius attended East Carolina University, where he majored in both philosophy and political science. During
- [Law Student Representative: Nyah Morgan](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-student-representative-nyah-morgan/) - 2025-26 NCBA law student representative Nyah Morgan is honored by the opportunity to connect her fellow students with the North Carolina legal community and share the benefits of NCBA membership. She knows law school can feel overwhelming, so she looks forward to passing along NCBA resources and encouragement to help students grow in their legal
- [Law Student Representative: Morgan Hyman](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-student-representative-morgan-hyman/) - For Morgan Hyman, serving as a 2025-26 NCBA law student representative is all about service. She looks forward to being a voice for her classmates — ensuring they know about opportunities, resources and connections that can help them grow as future lawyers. It’s her chance to connect students with North Carolina’s broader legal community and
- [Law Student Representative: Mariah Webb](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-student-representative-mariah-webb/) - As both a 2024-25 and 2025-26 NCBA law student representative, Mariah Webb believes the networking resources the NCBA provides, such as the Grab-a-Coffee program, are invaluable to law students — especially those who are first-generation. She decided to get involved with the NCBA to help other first-generation students find and take advantage of these opportunities.
- [Law Student Representative: Paulina C. Webber](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-student-representative-paulina-c-webber/) - As a 2025-26 NCBA law student representative, Paulina C. Webber is excited to pay forward the impact the NCBA has had on her law school journey. From making connections with legal professionals to attending enriching events, she has grown personally and professionally as a member. Now she hopes to help more students gain those same
- [Law Student Representative: Sierra Watkins](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-student-representative-sierra-watkins/) - As a 2025-26 NCBA law student representative, Sierra is looking forward to strengthening connections with her peers and forming new ones with attorneys across the state. Prior to law school, she completed her bachelor’s degree in history and gained professional experience through internships at the Public Defender’s Office, a family law firm and an estate
- [Law Student Representative: Suzy Brito Lagunas](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-student-representative-suzy-brito-lagunas/) - Suzy Brito Lagunas is excited to use her position as a 2025-26 NCBA law student representative to be a bridge and a resource for other law students, especially first-generation students like herself. It is an opportunity to connect students with a network of accomplished attorneys who are trailblazers across North Carolina and to encourage others
- [Law Student Representative: David "Cody" Liskey](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-student-representative-david-cody-liskey/) - Serving as a 2025-26 NCBA law student representative offers David “Cody” Liskey the chance to grow not only as a future attorney, but also as an integral part of the broader legal community. Cody is excited to use this opportunity to learn, mentor and foster initiatives that empower others while helping shape the ethical and
- [Law Student Representative: Kiana Banks](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-student-representative-kiana-banks/) - To Kiana Banks, being a 2025-26 NCBA law student representative means serving as a communicator, resource and liaison between the NCBA and her school. She looks forward to sharing all that the NCBA has to offer with her classmates, from opportunities and networking to insights on what a legal career in North Carolina can look
- [Law Student Representative: Joshua (Josh) A. Peacock](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-student-representative-joshua-josh-a-peacock/) - As a big believer in the NCBA’s core mission and values, Joshua (Josh) A. Peacock is thrilled to serve as a 2025-26 NCBA law student representative. Having seen firsthand the impact the association has on communities across North Carolina, he looks forward to embodying a lawyer who is principled, compassionate and committed to justice —
- [Law Student Representative: Rachel Claffee](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-student-representative-rachel-claffee/) - As a first-generation law student, Rachel Claffee is looking forward to serving as a 2025-26 NCBA law student representative and acting as a first-line connection for students seeking networking, involvement and professional growth opportunities. She recognizes that networking can be challenging for many and aims to help make the process easier for her peers at
- [Law Student Representative: April Franklin](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-student-representative-april-franklin/) - Grateful for the variety of opportunities the NCBA has provided her, 2025-26 law student representative April Franklin is excited to give back and help other students connect with the resources and initiatives of the NCBA. As a nontraditional student, pursuing a legal career is actually April’s second career. She earned her bachelor’s degree from North
- [Law Student Representative: Phillip Lewis](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-student-representative-phillip-lewis/) - Serving as a 2025-26 NCBA law student representative gives Phillip Lewis the opportunity to connect with his entire law school community, fellow student representatives, attorneys in the Young Lawyers Division and other legal professionals. He looks forward to serving as a resource for the many programs and engagements the NCBA offers. Before matriculating at High
- [Legal Practice Hall of Fame Award: Donna Rascoe](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-practice-hall-of-fame-award-donna-rascoe/) - Donna Rascoe is a former teacher and school administrator who practices education law attorney serving clients throughout North Carolina. Donna provides comprehensive legal counsel to public and private schools, charter schools, educators, and school administrators. Donna’s practice encompasses a broad spectrum of education law matters, including: Student rights and discipline, special education , employment and
- [Charles F. Blanchard Young Lawyer of the Year Award: Elizabeth "Brooks" Savage](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/charles-f-blanchard-young-lawyer-of-the-year-award-elizabeth-brooks-savage/) - Elizabeth (Brooks) Savage practices workers compensation and construction litigation as an Associate Attorney with Willson Jones Carter & Baxley, P.A. in Raleigh, NC. Brooks has experience with a number of practice areas, including disaster and emergency relief programs, procurement, construction, civil rights and fair housing (including disability rights), landlord-tenant, public records, wills and estates, contractor
- [Younger Lawyer Pro Bono Service Award: Elizabeth "Brooks" Savage](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/younger-lawyer-pro-bono-service-award-elizabeth-brooks-savage/) - Elizabeth (Brooks) Savage practices workers compensation and construction litigation as an Associate Attorney with Willson Jones Carter & Baxley, P.A. in Raleigh, NC. Brooks has experience with a number of practice areas, including disaster and emergency relief programs, procurement, construction, civil rights and fair housing (including disability rights), landlord-tenant, public records, wills and estates, contractor
- [Legal Practice Hall of Fame Award: Janet Ward Black](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-practice-hall-of-fame-award-janet-ward-black/) - Janet Ward Black is the owner of Ward Black Law of Greensboro, one of North Carolina’s largest woman-owned law firms. A graduate of Davidson College and Duke University School of Law, Black has been a leader in several prominent legal organizations. She served as the third woman president of the North Carolina Academy of Trial
- [Legal Practice Hall of Fame Award: John L. Pinnix](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-practice-hall-of-fame-award-john-l-pinnix/) - Jack Pinnix, a Reidsville, N.C. native, attained bachelor’s and master’s degrees in history at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and earned his Juris Doctor at Wake Forest University. After working for a general practice firm in Eden and serving as Special Counsel for the Mentally Ill and Inebriate at Broughton Hospital in Morganton,
- [Legal Practice Hall of Fame Award: Wm. Michael Begley](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-practice-hall-of-fame-award-wm-michael-begley/) - Mike is a native of Black Mountain who has been dedicated to community engagement, elected public service, and professional guidance throughout his life. He has strived to be a community servant leader through 7 years as Alderman and 13 years as Mayor of Black Mountain, many years as an Elder and later as Clerk of
- [Legal Practice Hall of Fame Award: Glenn A. Barfield](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-practice-hall-of-fame-award-glenn-a-barfield/) - Glenn A. Barfield is the Senior Member in the firm Haithcock Barfield Hulse & King, PLLC in Goldsboro, North Carolina. The firm was founded in 1961 by the late Henson P. Barnes, and Glenn was raised in the law by Mr. Barnes, Glenn’s mentor the late R. Gene Braswell, and now retired W. Timothy Haithcock.
- [Legal Practice Hall of Fame Award: William K. Davis](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-practice-hall-of-fame-award-william-k-davis/) - Fellow in the American College of Trial Lawyers; president of the North Carolina State Bar; chair of the North Carolina Board of Law Examiners, on which he served for fourteen years; North Carolina Judicial Standards Commission 1990-1996; American Bar Association (House of Delegates) 1988-1992; president of the North Carolina Association of Defense Attorneys, founding member;
- [Legal Practice Hall of Fame Award: Vasiliki "Celia" A. Pistolis](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-practice-hall-of-fame-award-vasiliki-celia-a-pistolis/) - Celia Pistolis is the Chief Legal Officer/General Counsel for Legal Aid of North Carolina, Inc. (LANC) and oversees the firm’s legal work of approximately 225 lawyers. Under her direction, LANC’s multiple appellate teams pursue 10-12 appeals annually. She has been with LANC and its predecessors since 1983. In addition to her legal work, Pistolis has
- [Legal Practice Hall of Fame Award: Dan McLawhorn](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-practice-hall-of-fame-award-dan-mclawhorn/) - Dan McLawhorn was admitted to practice in 1974 following graduation from the UNC School of Law. After a year in private practice, he began his public service career as an Assistant District Attorney. In 1976, he was selected as the Chair of the Legal Department of the N.C. Justice Academy. Three years later he moved
- [Legal Legends of Color Award: Charles Edison Smith](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-legends-of-color-award-charles-edison-smith/) - Charles Edison Smith earned his B.S. from California State Polytechnic University, his J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center, and his L.L.M. from Duke University. He is an active member of the California, New York, and North Carolina Bars. In 1973, he became one of the first Black patent attorneys in the U.S. after passing the
- [Legal Legends of Color Award: James E. Williams Jr.](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-legends-of-color-award-james-e-williams-jr/) - James E. Williams Jr. received a B.A. in Political Science and J.D. from Duke University. Mr. Williams is a revered leader in North Carolina’s legal community and a tireless advocate for justice and equity. Throughout his career, Mr. Williams has been a steadfast voice for the marginalized and a champion for systemic reform. Mr. Williams’
- [Legal Legends of Color Award: The Honorable Loretta Copeland Biggs](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-legends-of-color-award-the-honorable-loretta-copeland-biggs/) - Loretta Copeland Biggs was born in Atlanta, Georgia. She graduated from Spelman College in 1976, cum laude, and from Howard University School of Law in 1979, with honors, ranking fifth in her class. Appointed in 2014 by President Barack Obama, Judge Biggs made history as the first African American woman to serve as a United
- [Legal Legends of Color Award: The Honorable Allyson Kay Duncan](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-legends-of-color-award-the-honorable-allyson-kay-duncan/) - Allyson Kay Duncan graduated first in her class at Hampton University in 1972 and received her J.D. from Duke University School of Law in 1975. She became the first African American woman to serve as justice on the North Carolina Court of Appeals, the first African American president of the North Carolina Bar Association, and
- [Open Door Fellow: Suzy Brito Lagunas](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/open-door-fellow-suzy-brito-lagunas/) - Suzy Brito Lagunas is a 1L law student at Campbell University School of Law, where she serves with the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance pro bono program and is a member of the Hispanic Law Student Association, Business Law Association, and Women in Law. Suzy studied Business Administration and Public Policy at UNC-Chapel Hill Prior to
- [Open Door Fellow: Joshua Peacock](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/open-door-fellow-joshua-peacock/) - Josh Peacock is a 1L law student at Campbell University School of Law, where he has participated in the Second Chance pro bono project with Legal Aid of NC, and the 1L Mock Trial Competition. Prior to attending law school, Josh attended Liberty University and majored in Law and Policy Pre-Law. Josh is a first-generation
- [Outstanding Collaborative/Group Pro Bono Service Award: NCBA Young Lawyers Division](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/outstanding-collaborative-group-pro-bono-service-award-ncba-young-lawyers-division/) - The NCBA Young Lawyers Division (YLD) has played a foundational role in Disaster Legal Services (DLS) across North Carolina. In partnership with FEMA, Legal Aid of North Carolina, and the American Bar Association, the YLD led efforts to deliver legal aid to disaster survivors after federally declared emergencies. The YLD helped coordinate legal clinics, train
- [Outstanding Collaborative/Group Pro Bono Service Award: FEMA](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/outstanding-collaborative-group-pro-bono-service-award-fema/) - Recognizing Barbara Sadhana, Dorrie Durand, and Tammy Lynn Barajas from FEMA. FEMA has been a foundational partner in the success of Disaster Legal Services across the country. Through its Individual Assistance program, FEMA collaborates with the legal community to make civil legal aid accessible to disaster survivors. Staff members such as Barbara Sadhana, Tammy Lynn Barajas,
- [Outstanding Collaborative/Group Pro Bono Service Award: Pisgah Legal Services](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/outstanding-collaborative-group-pro-bono-service-award-pisgah-legal-services/) - Pisgah Legal Services (PLS), based in Western North Carolina, provides free civil legal aid to low-income residents in the region. After Tropical Storm Helene devastated the mountain communities, PLS launched its Disaster Recovery Program to respond to urgent legal needs in areas often underserved. Staff and volunteers provided immediate legal help with FEMA appeals, housing
- [Outstanding Collaborative/Group Pro Bono Service Award: Sylvia Novinsky, NC Pro Bono Resource Center](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/outstanding-collaborative-group-pro-bono-service-award-sylvia-novinsky-nc-pro-bono-resource-center/) - Recognizing Sylvia Novinsky of the NC Pro Bono Resource Center. The NC Pro Bono Resource Center (“PBRC”) was established in 2016 by the NC Equal Access to Justice Commission. PBRC’s signature project is the Driver’s License Restoration Project, which has recruited over 2,000 volunteers to provide license restoration advice letters to over 8,900 clients across
- [Outstanding Collaborative/Group Pro Bono Service Award: Amanda Brown, ABA YLD](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/outstanding-collaborative-group-pro-bono-service-award-amanda-brown-aba-yld/) - Recognizing Amanda Brown of the American Bar Association. The American Bar Association plays a pivotal role in national disaster legal response through its Disaster Legal Services program. Amanda Brown, Executive Director of Lagniappe Law Lab, currently serves as Director of ABA YLD’s DLS Program. A leader in legal technology and innovation, Amanda has helped shape
- [Outstanding Collaborative/Group Pro Bono Service Award: Legal Aid of NC: Allison Constance and Alicia C. Edwards](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/outstanding-collaborative-group-pro-bono-service-award-legal-aid-of-nc-allison-constance-and-alicia-c-edwards/) - Recognizing Allison Constance and Alicia C. Edwards from Legal Aid of North Carolina. Legal Aid of North Carolina is a statewide, nonprofit law firm that provides free legal services in civil matters to low-income people to ensure equal access to justice and to remove legal barriers to economic opportunity. Legal Aid NC provides necessary legal
- [The Filling the Justice Gap Award: NCBA Paralegal Division](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/the-filling-the-justice-gap-award-ncba-paralegal-division/) - The NCBA Paralegal Division plays a vital role in supporting attorneys and advancing access to justice across all 100 North Carolina counties. This year, the Division has contributed to a range of impactful pro bono initiatives, including driver’s license restoration clinics, Wills for Heroes, Lawyer on the Line, and a book drive for elementary students.
- [The Filling the Justice Gap Award: Rachel Royal](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/the-filling-the-justice-gap-award-rachel-royal/) - Rachel Royal, CP, NCCP, graduated with honors from Carteret Community College in 2017, as the Paralegal Graduate of the Year, and completed a Bachelor of Science with a concentration in Legal Studies at Charter Oak State College in 2024. She has been in leadership with the North Carolina Bar Association Paralegal Division since 2018, including
- [The Filling the Justice Gap Award: Alicia Mitchell-Mercer](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/the-filling-the-justice-gap-award-alicia-mitchell-mercer/) - Dr. Alicia Mitchell-Mercer is the Chief Operations Officer at Frontline Justice. A military veteran with over 20 years in the legal field and a decade in project management, she began her career as a paralegal (2004-2012) before transitioning into project management, culminating in her role as the Director of Project Management at Lex Project Management
- [The Filling the Justice Gap Award: Yazmeen O. Gadalla](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/the-filling-the-justice-gap-award-yazmeen-o-gadalla/) - Yazmeen O. Gadalla is a North Carolina Certified Paralegal currently employed at CAPTRUST as a corporate paralegal. Her experience as a paralegal is a culmination of years working in corporate and bankruptcy settings. Her corporate roles have involved assisting with a variety of matters, including but not limited to contract drafting, record management, assisting with
- [The Filling the Justice Gap Award: Katie Riddle](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/the-filling-the-justice-gap-award-katie-riddle/) - Katie Riddle is a Senior Paralegal in Greensboro, NC, and an incoming fourth-year evening student at the North Carolina Central University School of Law. She has worked as a paralegal for ten years in a variety of areas, such as workers' compensation, contract management, life insurance, and now privacy and data security. Katie has spent
- [The Filling the Justice Gap Award: Peggy Pardue](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/the-filling-the-justice-gap-award-peggy-pardue/) - Peggy Pardue has worked as a Paralegal for over 22 years and works for Hampson Family Law in Raleigh, N.C. She is a former Council Member for the NCBA Paralegal Division (2019-2023) and former Treasurer for the NCBA Paralegal Division Executive Committee (2023 – 2025). She is a member in good standing with the North
- [The Filling the Justice Gap Award: Natalie Porter](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/the-filling-the-justice-gap-award-natalie-porter/) - Natalie Porter is a North Carolina State Bar Certified Paralegal with over 20 years of law firm experience. In 2020, she founded Apricus Paralegal Group with the mission to innovate the practice of paralegalism and help transform the way lawyers work. Natalie has a special interest in helping attorneys build scalable and sustainable law practices
- [Law Firm Pro Bono Award: Julian H. Wright Jr.](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-firm-pro-bono-award-julian-h-wright-jr/) - Julian Wright is an employment attorney at Robinson Bradshaw. He provides counseling and litigation guidance to employers and executives around the country, and assists clients with disputes over breaches of contract, shareholder rights, business valuations, landlord-tenant issues, unfair competition and securities matters. Julian also represents clients in SEC, DOL and other government investigations, and he
- [Law Firm Pro Bono Award: Ethan White](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-firm-pro-bono-award-ethan-white/) - Ethan White advises and represents clients in complex civil disputes at Robinson Bradshaw. He maintains diverse practices, including contract disputes, trade secret litigation, and employment issues, and has experience throughout the litigation process, including preliminary motions, discovery, dispositive motions, and appeals.
- [Law School Pro Bono Service Award: Charles R. Holton](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-school-pro-bono-service-award-charles-r-holton/) - Charles Holton served as founding director of Duke Law School's Civil Justice Clinic, in which he taught a seminar, mentored students in basic civil litigation skills, and oversaw their handling of actual cases for clients who are not able to obtain adequate representation in the civil justice system in close collaboration with lawyers from Legal
- [Law School Pro Bono Service Award: Jesse Hamilton McCoy II](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-school-pro-bono-service-award-jesse-hamilton-mccoy-ii/) - J. Hamilton McCoy is clinical professor of law and director for the Duke Law Civil Justice Clinic. In that capacity he teaches a seminar course, mentors students in developing and improving basic civil litigation skills, and oversees their handling of cases for indigent clients who are often unable to obtain adequate representation in the traditional
- [Law Firm Pro Bono Award: Anna Stearns](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-firm-pro-bono-award-anna-stearns/) - Anna Stearns is the owner and managing partner of Sneed & Stearns, P.A., a boutique law firm based in her hometown of Black Mountain, North Carolina. Anna worked for 15 years as a paralegal to esteemed local attorney Ronald Sneed before attending Campbell University School of Law. After earning her law degree, she went on
- [Younger Lawyer Pro Bono Service Award: Brad Piland](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/younger-lawyer-pro-bono-service-award-brad-piland/) - Brad Piland is an assistant general counsel with the North Carolina Department of Public Safety, where he advises on natural disaster-related issues. Before his work at NCDPS, he worked at Legal Aid of North Carolina as a member of the Disaster Relief Project. In that role, he advised individuals and community organizations in seeking recovery
- [Thorp Pro Bono Service Award: Mark Holt](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/thorp-pro-bono-service-award-mark-holt/) - Mark Holt represented individuals and families in negligence cases across North Carolina for over 35 years. He also served as President of the North Carolina Bar Association and the North Carolina Bar Foundation and State Chair of the American College of Trial Lawyers. Now, Mark focuses his practice on volunteering with pro bono programs of
- [Outstanding Paralegal Pro Bono Service Award: Gennell Curry](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/outstanding-paralegal-pro-bono-service-award-gennell-curry/) - Ms. Curry earned her Bachelor of Science degree from North Carolina Central University in Criminal Justice and earned her Master of Public Administration here at North Carolina Central University. A N.C. State Bar Certified Paralegal at North Carolina Central University School of Law Clinical Legal Education Program and Notary Public. She has been with
- [Greenblatt Outstanding Legal Services Attorney Award: Jonathan Perry](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/greenblatt-outstanding-legal-services-attorney-award-jonathan-perry/) - Jonathan Perry holds dual roles as the Managing Attorney of Legal Aid of North Carolina’s Foothills Office in Morganton, NC, and as the Western Regional Manager. He received his J.D. from Elon University School of Law in 2010 and has over a decade of experience serving clients in Western North Carolina. As a general practitioner,
- [Distinguished Paralegal Award: Melissa B. Donovan](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/distinguished-paralegal-award-melissa-b-donovan/) - Melissa “Missy” Donovan is a Senior Litigation Paralegal at Cranfill Sumner LLP, where she has worked for nearly 22 years. Missy began her legal career at the North Carolina Court of Appeals, serving as an executive assistant and later as a paralegal to Staff Counsel, former Chief Judge R.A. Hedrick, and former Chief Judge John
- [Robinson O. Everett Professionalism Award: Taylor M. Dewberry](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/robinson-o-everett-professionalism-award-taylor-m-dewberry/) - Taylor Dewberry is Smith Anderson’s Chief Diversity Officer and an attorney in the firm's Employment, Labor and Human Resources practice group. Her law practice focuses on employment-related counseling and defending employers against claims involving discrimination, wrongful discharge, retaliation, harassment and civil rights claims. She has represented clients in state and federal courts and agencies throughout
- [Law Student Rep, Theresa Dicenzo, Helps Plan YLD’s Fall Program](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-student-rep-theresa-dicenzo-helps-plan-ylds-fall-program/) - NCBA Law Student Representative, Theresa Dicenzo of Campbell Law, helped plan and moderate the Young Lawyers Division’s Fall Program on Client Development. This program dove into the nuances of client development and helped attendees tackle the ins and outs of finding clients to grow their practices. It was a wonderful opportunity to learn about client
- [Campbell Law Student Reps Work Together to Plan Panel for 3L’s](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/campbell-law-student-reps-assist-in-planning-panel-for-3ls/) - NCBA Law Student Reps Zannah Tyndall, Theresa DiCenzo and Kerry Sullivan assisted in the planning of a panel focused on assisting law students seeking their post-law school jobs during their 3L year and after graduation on April 2. Panelists included Deb Rasmussen, Rachel Byrd and Tiqeece Brown – all Campbell Law alums. It was a
- [H. Brent McKnight Renaissance Lawyer Award: Kirk G. Warner](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/h-brent-mcknight-renaissance-lawyer-award-kirk-g-warner/) - Kirk Warner is a lead trial lawyer focusing his practice on complex product liability and commercial bet-the-company litigation. Kirk is a member of the firm’s Products and General Litigation group which includes Product Liability; Mass Tort and Catastrophic Loss; Toxic Torts, PFAS and Asbestos; and Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Litigation practice areas. He is also
- [2025 Citizen Lawyer Award: Maureen Demarest Murray](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/2025-citizen-lawyer-award-maureen-demarest-murray/) - Maureen Demarest Murray is a partner at Fox Rothschild, a national law firm with more than 1000 attorneys. Based in Greensboro, she serves as Co-Chair of its national Health Law Practice Group. Maureen focuses on the complex regulatory, strategic, business and litigation aspects of the health care industry. Clients rely on her to help navigate
- [2025 Citizen Lawyer Award: John R. Cella Jr.](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/2025-citizen-lawyer-award-john-r-cella-jr/) - John Cella is Of Counsel with Ragsdale Liggett PLLC in Raleigh. A North Carolina State Bar Board Certified Specialist in Estate Planning and Probate Law, John is a 4ALL participant, Pro Bono Committee chair of the NCBA Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Section, NCBF board member, and a frequent presenter, most recently to Legal Aid
- [2025 Citizen Lawyer Award: Meredith Nicholson](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/2025-citizen-lawyer-award-meredith-nicholson/) - After an idyllic childhood spent in the theatre and the library, Meredith (pronouns she/her/hers) surprised herself by decided to go to law school to “learn how things work.” Even more surprising was her experience in UNC’s Trial Advocacy class which cinched it – client representation was where the fun was! Twenty plus years later (is
- [2025 Citizen Lawyer Award: B. Joan Davis](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/2025-citizen-lawyer-award-b-joan-davis/) - B. Joan Davis is a North Carolina native, with over three decades of legal experience. She is a partner at Howard Stallings Law Firm, a firm based in Raleigh, North Carolina, where she focuses her practice in eminent domain and condemnation law, civil litigation, personal injury, and wrongful death cases. Joan represents a diverse clientele,
- [2025 Citizen Lawyer Award: Dayatra T. Matthews](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/2025-citizen-lawyer-award-dayatra-t-matthews/) - Dayatra T. Matthews (“Day”) is Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel for Civic Federal Credit Union. A fierce credit union advocate, Day has served on the CFPB’s Credit Union Advisory Council and was most recently appointed to the Board of Directors for America’s Credit Union Association. Outside of the credit union industry, Day’s past and
- [2025 Citizen Lawyer Award: B. Ford Robertson](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/2025-citizen-lawyer-award-b-ford-robertson/) - Ford Robertson serves as the Managing Partner of Kilpatrick’s Raleigh office. Ford’s practice encompasses virtually all aspects of commercial real estate, with a focus on real estate development, investment, and leasing. He has helped negotiate and close commercial real estate transactions nationwide, including industrial, retail and office leasing, sale/leaseback transactions, condominium and mixed-use developments, joint
- [2025 Citizen Lawyer Award: Peter J. Juran](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/2025-citizen-lawyer-award-peter-j-juran/) - Peter Juran is a trial attorney at Blanco Tackabery & Matamoros, bringing almost forty years of litigation experience to his clients. Peter's practice spans various areas, including employment law, construction law, and intellectual property litigation. Peter received a B.A. in Philosophy and Religion from Colgate University, graduating cum laude in 1983, and both an M.A.
- [Joe Newlon Selected as a YLD Star of the Quarter](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/joe-newlon-selected-as-a-yld-star-of-the-quarter/) - Joe Newlon became involved with the NCBA Young Lawyers Division to build relationships and learn from other young attorneys. Joe believes that YLD members are doing amazing things for their clients and communities and getting a chance to be a part of that while meeting such wonderful and talented people has been incredible for his
- [Sydney Davis Selected as YLD Star of the Quarter](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/sydney-davis-selected-as-yld-star-of-the-quarter/) - Sydney Davis became involved with the NCBA Young Lawyers Division to collaborate, grow and learn as a young attorney, and partner with colleagues across various practice areas and groups across the state. The YLD offers unlimited opportunities for pro bono, CLE, community service, social events, leadership, and networking, which Sydney believes all young attorneys should
- [Legal Practice Hall of Fame Class of 2024: The Honorable Linda Stephens](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-practice-hall-of-fame-class-of-2024-the-honorable-linda-stephens/) - For the last seven years, Judge Linda Stephens has been Of Counsel to Hedrick Gardner Kincheloe and Garofalo where she focuses on appellate practice, researching and writing briefs at all levels of the trial courts and administrative agencies, but primarily in the North Carolina Court of Appeals and Supreme Court. Before joining Hedrick Gardner, she
- [Legal Practice Hall of Fame Class of 2024: Edwin M. Speas, Jr.](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-practice-hall-of-fame-class-of-2024-edwin-m-speas-jr/) - Eddie Speas’ legal career has been divided between the public and private sectors. From 1971 to 2003 he was a member of the staff of the North Carolina Attorney General, working in various roles including head of the special litigation group and Chief Deputy Attorney General. From 2009-11, he served as General Counsel for Governor
- [Legal Practice Hall of Fame Class of 2024: Elizabeth L. Quick](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-practice-hall-of-fame-class-of-2024-elizabeth-l-quick/) - Elizabeth L. Quick (Betty) received her A.B. degree from Duke University, and a J.D., with honors, from The University of North Carolina School of Law. She is a partner (soon to be retired) in the firm of Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP where she specialized in wills, trusts, estate planning, charitable trusts and exempt organizations.
- [Legal Practice Hall of Fame Class of 2024: William P. Pope](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-practice-hall-of-fame-class-of-2024-william-p-pope/) - William P. Pope (Bill) is known for his quick wit, honesty, and dedication to his clients throughout more than fifty years of practicing law in North Carolina. After graduating from the University of North Carolina School of Law in 1968, he began his career with the firm of Adams and Dearman in Statesville. Upon attaining
- [Legal Practice Hall of Fame Class of 2024: Joseph A. Williams](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-practice-hall-of-fame-class-of-2024-joseph-a-williams/) - Attorney Joseph “Joe” Williams, is a retired trial lawyer. A Vietnam war veteran, he graduated from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and North Carolina Central University School of Law. Upon graduation he served as an assistant district attorney in Guilford County until Governor James Hunt appointed him the first black male District Court
- [Legal Practice Hall of Fame Class of 2024: Robert B. “Bob” Long, Jr.](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-practice-hall-of-fame-class-of-2024-robert-b-bob-long-jr/) - Bob Long grew up in Asheville and finished high school there. He received a Pre-Law degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1963 and then an LLB Degree with honors from the UNC School of Law in 1965. While attending the University School of Law, Long was an Associate Editor of
- [Legal Practice Hall of Fame Class of 2024: Edward T. Hinson, Jr.](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-practice-hall-of-fame-class-of-2024-edward-t-hinson-jr/) - Edward T. Hinson, Jr. was admitted to practice in 1977 and joined the 26th District Attorney’s Office as an Assistant District Attorney. After a stint of handling misdemeanors in District Court, he was promoted to the felony trials division where he represented the State in serious felonies including capital murder cases. In 1981, he joined
- [Legal Practice Hall of Fame Class of 2024: A. Charles Ellis](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-practice-hall-of-fame-class-of-2024-a-charles-ellis/) - Charles Ellis is a distinguished litigator from Greenville, NC, whose practice is rooted in a deep commitment to justice and advocacy for his clients. With a wealth of experience spanning federal and state court litigation, he focuses his practice on cases involving wrongful death, plaintiff’s personal injury, insurance coverage disputes, product liability, and recently, the
- [Trey Ellis Selected as a YLD Star of the Quarter](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/trey-ellis-selected-as-a-yld-star-of-the-quarter/) - Trey Ellis got involved with the NCBA Young Lawyers Division because he understood the phenomenal opportunities that the Division provides for new lawyers. Specifically, having served as an NCBA Law Student Representative during his time as a student at UNC School of Law, he got to see firsthand the unique opportunity that the NCBA YLD
- [Maya Davis Selected as a YLD Star of the Quarter](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/maya-davis-selected-as-a-yld-star-of-the-quarter/) - Maya Davis of Gordon Rees Scully and Mansukhani is involved with the NCBA Young Lawyers Division because she recognizes the importance of community and empathizes with the shared experiences young lawyers face daily. Through her work in her role as YLD New Lawyers in Practice Committee Co-Chair, Maya was selected as a YLD Star of
- [Law Student Representative: Kristin Swilley](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-student-representative-kristin-swilley/) - Before attending law school, Kristin Swilley spent six years as a public high school educator. During that time, she worked to advocate for her students and fellow teachers regarding equitable funding and resources but felt she could make a more considerable impact by attending law school and eventually providing legal support to those in need.
- [Law Student Representative: Jessica Colon](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-student-representative-jessica-colon/) - After a few years of working as a legal assistant, paralegal and legislative intern, Jessica Colon became inspired to pursue a law degree. To understand and apply the rule of law to improve society, one case at a time. With a political science background, Jessica has been fascinated with the law ever since, and she
- [Law Student Representative: Elizabeth Camara](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-student-representative-elizabeth-camara/) - Elizabeth Camara chose to go to law school because she had witnessed how the lack of information and access to legal representation can be detrimental to someone's life. Elizabeth will use some of her time as a law student to serve as a 2024-25 NCBA Law Student Representative at North Carolina Central University School of
- [Law Student Representative: Brooke McCormick](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-student-representative-brooke-mccormick-2/) - Brooke McCormick became involved in NCBA because she feels it is important to make connections in the legal community and also understand what is occurring across the state in the legal field. Brooke chose law school because she wants to preserve the law and uphold the laws of our state and country. I would tell
- [Law Student Representative: Kelsey Greene](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-student-representative-kelsey-greene/) - As an NCBA Law Student Representative, Kelsey Greene is eager to contribute her energy, ideas and enthusiasm to support the Association's goals and to uphold the highest standards of the legal profession. Kelsey is a 2024-25 law student rep at Elon University School of Law and is interested in business law as her practice area
- [Nick Sorensen Selected as a YLD Star of the Quarter](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/nick-sorensen-selected-as-a-yld-star-of-the-quarter/) - Nick Sorensen's work as the NCBA Liberty Bell Committee Co-Chair and NCBA Young Lawyers Divison Law Week involvement has led to him being selected as a YLD Star of the Quarter. Nick, the Assistant Attorney General with the NC DOJ, became involved with the YLD because it allows him to work with a great group
- [Charles F. Blanchard Young Lawyer of the Year Award: Sidney A. Thomas](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/charles-f-blanchard-young-lawyer-of-the-year-award-sidney-a-thomas/) - Sidney Thomas is an attorney at the North Carolina Office of the Commissioner of Banks and an appointed member to the North Carolina Financial Literacy Council. Sidney serves as the NCBA YLD Co-Chair for the Law Week and Liberty Bell Committee and section liaison for the Juvenile Justice & Childrens Rights Section. Prior to her
- [Citizen Lawyer Class of 2024: Afi S. Johnson-Parris](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/citizen-lawyer-class-of-2024-afi-s-johnson-parris/) - Afi S. Johnson-Parris, a N.C. Board Certified Family Law Specialist, is an attorney practicing divorce and family law in Guilford County. She is a partner with the firm Fox Rothschild LLP in Greensboro, North Carolina. Afi has been recognized as a Super Lawyer and in Best Lawyers in America, as a Lawyers Weekly 2019 Woman
- [Robinson O. Everett Professionalism Award: Will Walton](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/robinson-o-everett-professionalism-award-will-walton/) - Will Walton is an Associate General Counsel with the North Carolina Department of Adult Corrections. He is a 2009 graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a Bachelors of Arts in economics and a 2013 graduate of North Carolina Central University School of Law. In 2016, Will began his career in
- [Distinguished Paralegal Award: Margaret “Peggy” Pardue](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/distinguished-paralegal-award/) - Peggy Pardue has worked as a Paralegal for over 20 years and works for Hampson Family Law in Raleigh, N.C. She is a former Council Member for the NCBA Paralegal Division (2019-2023) and then she was appointed to the Executive Committee as Treasurer beginning with the 2023 year. She is a member in good standing
- [H. Brent McKnight Renaissance Lawyer Award: Douglas Carmichael "Mike" McIntyre](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/h-brent-mcknight-renaissance-lawyer-award-douglas-carmichael-mike-mcintyre/) - From being a Shakespearean actor in a children’s arts fundraiser to judging a middle school science fair, from leading downtown revitalization to preserving our beaches, from coaching All-American Drug-Free youth sports teams to chairing a children’s daycare, from helping the mentally-challenged to engaging youth in civic action, from earning a black belt to cofounding the
- [The Filling the Justice Gap Award: Rachel Royal - Royal Touch Project Solutions, LLC](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/the-filling-the-justice-gap-award-rachel-royal-royal-touch-project-solutions-llc/) - Presented to an attorney, law firm, or organization making innovative strides with providing legal services to close the legal services gap in North Carolina. The legal services gap exists when clients of limited means do not qualify for free civil legal services/representation in matters affecting their basic needs by a legal services provider and cannot
- [Law School Pro Bono Service Award: “Better Together” Duke University School of Law, NC Central School of Law, and UNC School of Law](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-school-pro-bono-service-award-better-together-duke-university-school-of-law-nc-central-school-of-law-and-unc-school-of-law/) - Presented to an outstanding law student group whose pro bono project advanced access to justice in North Carolina. Consideration will be given to law school groups or projects engaging two or more North Carolina law school students who are not receiving law school academic credit for their work and who have provided assistance to low-income
- [Law Firm Pro Bono Award: Robinson Bradshaw](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-firm-pro-bono-award-robinson-bradshaw/) - The Law Firm Pro Bono Award recognizes law firms for their commitment to pro bono service through the contribution of pro bono hours, the percentage of billable hours devoted to pro bono work, the number and percentage of firm attorneys providing pro bono legal service, the firm’s creative approach to pro bono engagement, the consistency
- [Outstanding Paralegal Pro Bono Service Award: Andrea M. Blosser](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/outstanding-paralegal-pro-bono-service-award-andrea-m-blosser/) - The Outstanding Paralegal Pro Bono Service Award is presented to an outstanding NCBA Paralegal Division member who has volunteered a substantial amount of time in pro bono legal service to increase access to justice on behalf of persons of limited means and/or charitable groups or organizations. Pro bono service must have been completed under the
- [Younger Lawyer Pro Bono Service Award: Palmer E. “Tripp” Huffstetler, III](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/younger-lawyer-pro-bono-service-award-palmer-e-tripp-huffstetler-iii/) - Presented by the NCBA Young Lawyers Division to an NCBA Young Lawyers Division member who has made extraordinary contributions by providing exemplary legal services without a fee and increased access to justice on behalf of persons of limited means and/or charitable groups or organizations. Nominees must not be employed on a full-time basis by an
- [Thorp Pro Bono Service Award: Kerry A. Friedman](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/thorp-pro-bono-service-award-kerry-a-friedman/) - Presented to an NCBA member attorney who practices in North Carolina and has provided substantial legal services, in excess of the aspirational goals of Rule 6.1, with no expectation of receiving a fee, to a client or client group that could not otherwise afford legal counsel. The nominee should have engaged in the direct delivery
- [Greenblatt Outstanding Legal Services Attorney Award - Rona Karacaova](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/greenblatt-outstanding-legal-services-attorney-award-rona-karacaova/) - Presented to a lawyer who is employed full time by a legal services program in North Carolina and who has made an exemplary contribution to the provision of legal assistance to help meet the needs of the poverty population in North Carolina. Deborah Greenblatt served as the executive director of Carolina Legal Assistance for more
- [Outstanding Collaborative Pro Bono Award: NCBA SOGI LGBTQ+ Legal Clinics](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/outstanding-collaborative-pro-bono-award-ncba-sogi-lgbtq-legal-clinics/) - Presented to a group of law firms or attorneys, or a local, district, statewide bar organization whose members have engaged in significant and notable legal services or have contributed outstanding support and assistance to the maintenance of pro bono legal services for low-income individuals. This award recognizes creativity in the provision of pro bono legal
- [Citizen Lawyer Class of 2024: Kate Gordon Maynard](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/citizen-lawyer-class-of-2024-kate-gordon-maynard/) - Kate Maynard serves as Robinson Bradshaw's general counsel. She advises the firm on legal issues including ethics and professional responsibility, risk management and compliance, and privacy and cybersecurity. Kate is a litigator with experience ranging from complex multi-jurisdictional matters to eminent domain jury trials. Kate holds multiple data privacy certifications from the International Association of
- [Citizen Lawyer Class of 2024: Susan Vanderweert](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/citizen-lawyer-class-of-2024-susan-vanderweert/) - Susan Vanderweert is a Partner at the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin and a North Carolina State Bar Board Certified Specialist in workers’ compensation law. In both her personal and professional life, she is a compassionate advocate for those who cannot advocate for themselves. Susan has committed much time and energy to Best Friend
- [Citizen Lawyer Class of 2024: Elysia Prendergast-Jones](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/citizen-lawyer-class-of-2024-elysia-prendergast-jones/) - Elysia Prendergast-Jones is the Managing Attorney for the Raleigh Office of Legal Aid of North Carolina. She works mainly in family law and domestic violence. She enjoys empowering clients and working with the population that LANC serves. She serves on several WCBA and NCBA committees. She is the current WCBA 10TH Judicial District Treasurer, CLE
- [Citizen Lawyer Class of 2024: Katie King](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/citizen-lawyer-class-of-2024-katie-king/) - Katie King is Principal with Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP in Winston-Salem and Project Management Leader of the award-winning LitSmart® Discovery Team. Katie provides guidance and counsel to case teams and clients on legal matters, data privacy issues and technical issues (including the use of machine learning and AI) throughout the discovery process. During Katie’s
- [Citizen Lawyer Class of 2024: B. Perry Morrison, Jr.](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/citizen-lawyer-class-of-2024/) - B. Perry Morrison, Jr. grew up in Wilson and returned home to practice law in 1989. He started the Morrison Law Firm in 2004 and practices in the area of disability law and as a mediator. He has long had a passionate interest in history. Morrison served under five governors on the N.C. Historical Commission
- [Citizen Lawyer Class of 2024: Diana Santos Johnson](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/citizen-lawyer-class-of-2024-diana-santos-johnson/) - Diana Santos Johnson is an attorney at Waldrep Wall Babcock & Bailey PLLC and is part of the firm’s bankruptcy team. Before joining WWBB, Diana worked at Legal Aid of North Carolina, Inc. ​She graduated from Wake Forest University and North Carolina Central University School of Law. Diana enjoys being involved in her community and
- [Legal Legend of Color: The Honorable James Andrew Wynn](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-legend-of-color-the-honorable-james-andrew-wynn/) - The Honorable James Andrew Wynn is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (B.A.), Marquette University School of Law (J.D.), and the University of Virginia School of Law (L.L.M.). Since 2010, the Honorable Wynn has served on the United States Court of Appeals for the 4th Circuit. From 1990 to 2010,
- [Legal Legend of Color: Karl Adkins (posthumously)](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-legend-of-color-karl-adkins-posthumously/) - Karl Adkins was a husband, father and grandfather who was loved and cherished by Carrietta, his wife of 52 years, his daughters Brandie Harris (Ben Harris) and Kristan Adkins (Dana Lumsden) and his beloved grandchildren, Karly and Maxwell. Adkins attended UNC-Chapel Hill for his undergraduate work. During the summer of his junior year, Karl worked
- [Legal Legend of Color: Cindy Marie Patton](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-legend-of-color-cindy-marie-patton/) - Cindy Marie Patton earned a BA in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and worked for ten years in private industry. Feeling the need to do more for her community, she decided to go to law school and obtained a law degree from the University of North Carolina School of Law. While
- [Legal Legend of Color: The Honorable Patrice A. Hinnant (Ret.)](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-legend-of-color-the-honorable-patrice-a-hinnant-ret/) - The Honorable Patrice A. Hinnant (Ret.) is an attorney who serves as a State Bar Councilor following twenty-two years of judicial service, including nine years as a Guilford County Resident Superior Court Judge and thirteen years on the Guilford County District Court. She began her career as an Assistant Public Defender in Greensboro. She is
- [Legal Legend of Color: Charles L. Becton](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-legend-of-color-charles-l-becton/) - Charles L. Becton received his B.A. degree from Howard University in 1966, his J.D. degree from Duke University School of Law in 1969, and his L.L.M. from the University of Virginia School of Law in 1986. For nine years, from 1981 to 1990, he was a Judge in the North Carolina Court of Appeals, and
- [Zack Kaplan Selected as a YLD Star of the Quarter](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/zack-kaplan-selected-as-yld-star-of-the-quarter/) - Zack Kaplan’s work in helping plan panels and tabling events at local high schools through the Legal LINK Committee and hosting the Regional Moot Court Competition through the Law Week and Liberty Bell Committee in the last quarter led to him being selected as a YLD Star of the Quarter. Zack became involved with the
- [WIP Vice-Chair, Allyn Elliott, Attended Arise Firebird Documentary Exclusive Showing and Q&A](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/wip-vice-chair-allyn-elliott-attended-arise-firebird-documentary-exclusive-showing-and-qa/) - The NCBA Women in the Profession & Minorities in the Profession Committees and the North Carolina Association of Women Attorneys hosted a viewing of the documentary Arise Firebird, followed by a live Q&A discussion with Jimi Okubanjo, Director and Producer of Arise Firebird, on April 16. Arise Firebird is a powerful and unforgettable documentary that
- [Ataesheeana Storr Congratulated February Bar Examinees](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/ataesheeana-storr-represents-the-ncba-while-congratulating-february-bar-examinees/) - Ataesheeana Storr represented the NCBA by cheering on and congratulating those who completed the Bar Exam on February 28. Ataesheeana offered drinks, snacks and praise for examinees' commitment and dedication in completing the exam – an honorable feat in itself. Please get some well-deserved rest and spend some time reconnecting with yourself, family, and friends!
- [Jonathan Bogues Joined Legal Feeding Frenzy Kickoff Event](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/jonathan-bogues-joined-legal-feeding-frenzy-kickoff-event/) - Jonathan Bogues, Chair of the NCBA Young Lawyers Division, joined fellow YLD members for the 2024 Legal Feeding Frenzy kickoff event at the Food Bank of Central & Eastern NC on March 1. Volunteers packed 342 boxes, equating to 11,970 pounds of food, for low-income seniors at this event. It was a great success and
- [Nick Tosco Helps Build a House for Habitat for Humanity of Wake County with the Zoning Planning and Land Use Section Council](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/nick-tosco-helps-build-a-house-for-habitat-for-humanity-of-wake-county-with-the-zoning-planning-and-land-use-section-council/) - Nick Tosco, partner at Poyner Spruill LLP, joined fellow Council members of the NCBA’s Zoning, Planning & Land Use Section to help build a house for Habitat for Humanity of Wake County on Thursday, April 18. It was a wonderful event to prelude Nick becoming Chair of the ZPLU Section Council during their Annual Meeting
- [Bianca Williams and Candace Wehr Participate in The Importance of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Field of Trusts and Estate Panel](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/bianca-williams-and-candace-wehr-participate-in-the-importance-of-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-in-the-field-of-trusts-and-estate/) - The Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Section's Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA) Committee hosted an exciting panel and networking event on April 18. The goal of this event was to provide law students and lawyers with an idea of what a career in trusts and estates is like, pathways for entry into the profession,
- [Law Student Reps, Robyn Magee and Tavaria Smith, Hosted a Networking Mixer at NCCU School of Law](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-student-reps-robyn-magee-and-tavaria-smith-hosted-a-networking-mixer-at-nccu-school-of-law/) - NCBA Law Student Reps Robyn Magee and Tavaria Smith planned and hosted an after hour networking mixer at North Carolina Central University School of Law. The event included legal-themed mocktails and a ton of fun! It was a wonderful evening for all the attorneys who came, the students who participated, and the administrators who supported
- [Courtney Latourrette Selected as a YLD Star of the Quarter](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/courtney-latourrette-selected-as-a-yld-star-of-the-quarter/) - Courtney Latourrette is an NCBA Law Student Rep at Elon Law in her 2L year. After moderating two panels this year, participating in many events hosted by the Young Lawyers Division, helping plan multiple events at Elon Law, and holding tabling events at Elon to encourage membership in the NCBA, Courtney was selected as a
- [Geneva Yourse Connected with 2023 NCBF Open Door Fellows at the 2023 NCBA Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/geneva-yourse-connected-with-2023-ncbf-open-door-fellows-at-the-2023-ncba-annual-meeting/) - Geneva Yourse kicked off the 2023 NCBA Annual Meeting by connecting with the 2023 NCBF Open Door Fellows at the Welcome Reception on June 22 in Wilmington. Attendees enjoyed complimentary hors d'oeuvres and drinks with fellow NCBA members before beginning the weekend's activities. It was a wonderful opportunity to reconnect and network with members before
- [Sidney Minter and Janean Dunn Led Panel for Diverse Attorneys](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/sidney-minter-and-janean-dunn-led-panel-for-diverse-attorneys/) - Sidney Minter and Janean Dunn led the Minorities in the Profession Committee’s Building Your Brand as a Diverse Attorney event on April 11 at the Bar Center in Cary. Planned by the MIP's Minority Corporate Counsel subcommittee, the program featured both a panel and networking with seasoned attorneys. It was a wonderful program promoting an
- [Dayatra Matthews, Tawanda Artis + Evin Grant Encouraged Students at ¡Adelante!](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/dayatra-matthews-tawanda-artis-evin-grant-encouraged-students-at-adelante/) - Dayatra Matthews, Tawanda Artis and Evin Grant joined the NCBA Minorities in the Profession Committee’s ¡Adelante! Moving Forward! event on Saturday, April 1, at the Bar Center in Cary. The program is designed to empower minority law students as well as recent graduates as they navigate law school and enter the legal profession. MIP members
- [Legal Legend of Color: Judge Joe L. Webster](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-legend-of-color-judge-joe-l-webster/) - Judge Webster, a native North Carolinian, grew up under hardworking Christian parents alongside five brothers and two sisters in the tobacco fields and textile mills in and around Madison, North Carolina. In 1972, he graduated from the local high school. He then entered Howard University where he graduated magna cum laude in 1976 and graduated
- [Legal Legend of Color: Judge Addie M. Harris Rawls](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-legend-of-color-judge-addie-m-harris-rawls/) - From humble beginnings in Washington, NC, God has blessed Addie Marica Harris Rawls to achieve much and she truly believes that “to whom much is given much is required.” Judge Rawls has worked diligently throughout her life. She graduated high school with the highest-grade point average in her class. She was also recognized as “Who’s Who
- [Legal Legend of Color: Attorney Brenda Ford Harding](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-legend-of-color-attorney-brenda-ford-harding/) - Attorney Brenda Ford Harding is a native of Durham, North Carolina. As a child, Brenda began her journey as a part of the civil rights movement due to the influence of family members who worked with Martin Luther King, Jr. She earned her B.S. degree in Biology from Boston University in 1976 and her J.D.
- [Legal Legend of Color: Pamela B. Cashwell](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-legend-of-color-pamela-b-cashwell/) - Governor Roy Cooper named Pamela Brewington Cashwell Secretary of the North Carolina Department of Administration (DOA) in April 2021. As DOA Secretary, Cashwell oversees the state agency whose mission is to serve as a business manager for the state of North Carolina and a voice for underserved communities through its advocacy programs and boards and
- [Legal Legend of Color: Annie Brown Kennedy (posthumously)](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-legend-of-color-annie-brown-kennedy-posthumously/) - A native of Atlanta, Annie Brown Kennedy received a bachelor’s degree in economics from Spelman College and a law degree from Howard University School of Law. In 1954, Kennedy passed the N.C. Bar Examination, and she began practicing law as a sole practitioner. She was the second Black woman attorney in North Carolina and the
- [Janean Dunn Moderated MIP Panel](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/janean-dunn-moderated-mip-panel/) - Janean Dunn moderated a panel at the Bar Center on June 19. This panel, “Building Your Brand as a Diverse Attorney,” was a fun and informative program that was followed by a mocktail reception to allow attendees to practice networking skills. Members of the NCBF Open Door Fellowship Committee, members of the NCBA Minorities in
- [Lakisha Chichester Attends First MIP Meeting of the Bar Year](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/lakisha-chichester-attends-first-mip-meeting-of-the-bar-year/) - Lakisha Chester, Paralegal Division Chair, attended the first Minorities in the Profession Committee meeting of the 2023-24 bar year on September 15. After a great lunch and fun icebreakers, the meeting kicked off under the leadership of Committee Co-Chair, Geneva Yourse. It was a wonderful meeting to begin a great year! The Minorities in the
- [NC Secretary of State Elaine Marshall Spoke at Business Law CLE](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/nc-secretary-of-state-elaine-marshall-spoke-at-business-law-cle/) - NC Secretary of State Elaine Marshall joined the NCBA 2024 Business Law Section Program in Winston-Salem Thursday-Friday, Feb. 8-9. This program focused on the whirlwind of recent changes to state and federal law. As with prior years, the sessions covered a variety of topics that help every attorney — new or seasoned — gain skills
- [Justices Ervin, Edmunds and Orr Speak at Modern Appellate Practice Program](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/justices-ervin-edmunds-and-orr-speak-at-modern-appellate-practice-program/) - The North Carolina Supreme Court now effectively only reviews cases in its discretion. Justice Robert H. Edmunds Jr. (Ret.), Justice Samuel J. Ervin IV (Ret.), and Justice Robert F. Orr (Ret.) discussed how this change affects your practice and how to make your petitions appealing with Moderator Elizabeth B. "Beth" Scherer as a part of
- [Law Student Rep, Lauren Barnett, Co-Hosts Tabling Event at Wake Forest Law](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-student-rep-lauren-barnett-co-hosts-tabling-event-at-wake-forest-law/) - Lauren Barnett promoted the NCBA and upcoming Law Student Division programs at Wake Forest University School of Law on September 20. Lauren worked with fellow NCBA Law Student Rep, Clare Magee, to host the first tabling event of the 2023-24 bar year! This event promoted the Grab a Coffee Program and NCBA membership to their
- [Paralegal Division Unwinds at Wine & Design](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/paralegal-division-unwinds-at-wine-design/) - The NCBA Paralegal Division hosted a Wine & Design social in Charlotte, NC. It was the perfect opportunity to unwind and have fun to close out the week and make connections while creating art masterpieces. Attendees were able to meet the newly appointed Division council member, Andrea Blosser, and welcoming first-time attendees added a celebratory
- [Shawana Almendarez and Lakisha Chichester Join Paralegal Division’s 25th Anniversary Celebration](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/shawana-almendarez-and-lakisha-chichester-join-paralegal-divisions-25th-anniversary-celebration/) - NCBA member Shawana Almendarez and NCBA Paralegal Division Chair, Lakisha Chichester, attended the Division’s 25th anniversary celebration on December 1 at The Mayton in Cary. Dozens of Paralegal Division members, including several past chairs, participated in the joyous occasion! It was a wonderful opportunity to reflect on all the Division has accomplished through the work
- [NCBA Representatives Join the Southern Conference of Bar Presidents](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/ncba-representatives-join-the-southern-conference-of-bar-presidents/) - NCBA President Patti Ramseur was joined by Past President Clayton Morgan, President-Elect Kim Stogner and NCBA + NCBF Executive Director Jason Hensley at the Southern Conference of Bar Presidents at the end of October. Ramseur will service as President through the 2023-24 Bar Year. Stogner will be installed at the 2024 Annual Meeting as the
- [Law Student Representative: Brooke McCormick](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-student-representative-brooke-mccormick/) - Brooke McCormick became involved with the NCBA because she moved to North Carolina from Illinois and wanted to become involved in her community. Brooke saw all the opportunities that the NCBA gave law students to connect with local attorneys and knew that she wanted to be a part of it. Brooke began attending events and
- [Law Student Representative: Theresa Dicenzo](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-student-representative-theresa-dicenzo/) - Theresa Dicenzo is an NCBA Law Student Rep at Campbell Law School. Theresa became involved with the NCBA to help spread the word about the numerous events and opportunities available to her fellow law students. Additionally, Theresa wants to help showcase what an incredible organization the NCBA is. Theresa is interested in practicing data privacy
- [Law Student Representative: Alexis Rushlander](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-student-representative-alexis-rushlander/) - Alexis Rushlander loves the programs the NCBA offers and wanted the chance to share them with fellow classmates at Elon University School of Law. Now, Alexis is an NCBA Law Student Representative for her school. Alexis chose to attend law school because she loves to help others and believes becoming an attorney gives her the
- [Law Student Representative: John Godfrey Jr.](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-student-representative-john-godfrey-jr/) - John Godfrey joined the NCBA to learn from local attorneys and to meet fellow law students whom he will work alongside in practice. John is not originally from the area, so the NCBA has been an excellent place to make connections and learn more about the North Carolina legal market. Now, John is an NCBA
- [Law Student Representative: Kerry Sullivan](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-student-representative-kerry-sullivan/) - The NCBA provides a chance for law students and lawyers in North Carolina to connect with each other and which can specifically help students gain insights into various areas of law. That’s why Kerry Sullivan decided to become an NCBA Law Student Representative at Campbell University, Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law. Kerry believes the
- [Law Student Representative: Courtney Latourrette](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-student-representative-courtney-latourrette/) - Courtney Latourrette is an NCBA Law Student Representative at Elon Law interested in practicing Civil Rights Litigation. Courtney is a Law Student Rep because she believes the NCBA promotes a sense of community within the legal profession, and she wants to get more law students involved. Courtney chose law school to earn a degree that
- [Law Student Representative: Wilson Moore](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-student-representative-wilson-moore/) - Wilson Moore went to law school to be a voice for people in the courtroom because the right to legal representation is the most fundamental right we have. Now, Wilson is an NCBA Law Student Representative at UNC School of Law. Wilson became a rep to learn what it takes to be a good law
- [Law Student Representative: Surya Korrapati](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-student-representative-surya-korrapati/) - Surya Korrapati is an NCBA Law Student Rep at Duke University School of Law. As a Law Student Rep, Surya believes he has the incredible opportunity to contribute to the legal community around him by promoting Duke Law representation, as well as helping to address the legal needs and concerns of North Carolinians. Surya is
- [Jonathan Bogues Enjoyed an Evening with the Law Student Division](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/jonathan-bogues-enjoyed-an-evening-with-the-law-student-division/) - Jonathan Bogues joined the Law Student Division for their end-of-year social at The Avenue in Raleigh on May 17. Attendees enjoyed pizza and drinks while mingling with fellow Division members to celebrate the end of the year. It was a fun evening filled with fellowship and food! Students attending ABA-accredited law schools or provisionally accredited
- [Wells Hall Became Inaugural Recipient of the Tax Section’s Lifetime Achievement and Service Award](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/wells-hall-became-inaugural-recipient-of-the-tax-sections-lifetime-achievement-and-service-award/) - Wells Hall was honored as the inaugural recipient of the Tax Section’s Lifetime Achievement and Service Award in May. This award recognizes attorneys who have demonstrated outstanding professional work and exemplary reputation in tax matters and have provided extraordinary service to the Section, the legal profession and the public in endeavors relating to the field
- [Geneva Yourse Participated in a Grab-a-Coffee Session](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/geneva-yourse-participated-in-a-grab-a-coffee-session/) - Geneva Yourse joined the International Practice and Corporate Counsel Sections for a Grab-a-Coffee Program session. The session was a great opportunity to meet new people and network with law students based on their practice area(s) of interest. Many participants discussed topics such as the attorney’s path to their current employment, what the practice is like
- [Will Robertson Joined YLD Social in Wilmington](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/will-robertson-joined-yld-social-in-wilmington/) - Will Robertson joined fellow Young Lawyers Division members for a social at The Second Glass in Wilmington during the 2023 NCBA Annual Meeting weekend. Attendees enjoyed drinks, appetizers and networking with each other at the waterfront venue. It was a wonderful evening for fellowship and fun! The Young Lawyers Division provides a pathway into both
- [Galina Petrova was Honored for her Service as Tax Section Chair](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/galina-petrova-was-honored-for-her-service-as-tax-section-chair/) - Galina Petrova was honored for her service as the 2022-23 Chair of the NCBA Tax Section on June 23. Galina worked to strengthen collaboration efforts and introduce additional co-chairs throughout her leadership. Despite challenges and changes, her leadership contributed to legislation developments, the Young Lawyers Division Committee accomplishing goals and a successful annual Tax CLE
- [Legal Practice Hall of Fame Class of 2023: Claud R. (Rob) Wheatly, III](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-practice-hall-of-fame-class-of-2023-claud-r-wheatley-iii/) - Claud R. (Rob) Wheatly, III, is a third-generation lawyer in Carteret County’s oldest firm, and the second to receive the Bar Association’s Hall of Fame recognition, his father, Claud R. Wheatly, Jr., being honored in the charter class for this award in 1989. Practicing in Eastern North Carolina for more than fifty years, Rob has
- [Law School Pro Bono Service Award: NCCU School of Law Elder Law Project](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-school-pro-bono-award-nccu-school-of-law-elder-law-project/) - The NCCU Law Elder Law Project (ELP) aims to specifically serve clients that are 60 years of age or older with legal needs. NCCU ELP recognized the access to justice barriers for older citizens who lack the resources for legal support and services. As a result, trained law students worked under the supervision of
- [Thorp Pro Bono Attorney of the Year: Erik Zimmerman](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/william-thorp-pro-bono-service-award-erik-zimmerman/) - Erik Zimmerman is a shareholder in the Research Triangle office of Robinson Bradshaw. He represents clients in a broad range of commercial litigation matters, with a focus on appeals. He has argued in the Fourth Circuit and the North Carolina appellate courts and has filed numerous briefs in the U.S. Supreme Court and appellate courts
- [Greenblatt Outstanding Legal Services Attorney Award: Carlene McNulty](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/deborah-greenblatt-outstanding-legal-services-attorney-award-carlene-mcnulty/) - Carlene McNulty joined the Justice Center’s predecessor organization, the N.C. Legal Services Resource Center, in February 1996, and has helped lead the Center’s ambitious impact litigation efforts ever since. Initially designed to provide legal assistance to low-income individuals who were statutorily barred from receiving assistance from federally-funded legal aid organizations, the Justice Center’s litigation unit
- [Outstanding Paralegal Pro Bono Service Award: SM Kernodle-Hodges](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/outstanding-paralegal-pro-bono-award-sm-kernodle-hodges/) - SM Kernodle-Hodges is a Legal Project Manager for Tolliver, Richardson & Kernodle, LLC in Raleigh. The firm specializes in the areas of project management, compliance, regulatory reform, advocacy, mediation, law enforcement dialogue facilitation, and community engagement. Currently, she is the Program Coordinator and Clerk for Wake County’s Legal Support Center. Before that time, she worked
- [Citizen Lawyer Class of 2023: Marvin V. Horton Jr.](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/citizen-lawyer-class-of-2023-marvin-v-horton-jr/) - Marvin V. Horton of Tarboro has served on the Board of Trustees for the Vidant Edgecombe Hospital Foundation and was recognized by the United Way Tar River Region with its Distinguished Service Award for 50 years of service. In the 1990s, Martin led the fight to deny the construction of a hog slaughtering plant in
- [Open Door Fellow: Tavaria Smith](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/open-door-fellow-tavaria-smith/) - Tavaria Smith currently is a 1L student at NC Central School of Law. She is originally from Athens, Georgia, and graduated from the University of Georgia in 2021. She was a participant in Upward Bound, a college preparatory program designed to support low-income, first-generation college-bound students. As a college student earning her Bachelor of Arts
- [Open Door Fellow: Zi Zhou](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/open-door-fellow-zi-zhou/) - Zi Zhou currently is a 1L student at UNC-Chapel Hill School of Law. She is a first-generation immigrant from Hunan, China who grew up in Madison County, NC, and speaks Mandarin in addition to English. Zi serves on the Multicultural and Diversity Committee of UNC’s Student Bar Association and is a member of the Asian-American
- [Legal Practice Hall of Fame Class of 2023: Stephen L. Beaman](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-practice-hall-of-fame-class-of-2023-stephen-l-beaman/) - Stephen L. Beaman, founding partner of Beaman & Bennington, PLLC, has practiced law since 1974. In federal court, he has served as a bankruptcy trustee for the Eastern District of North Carolina for over 30 years. He has represented debtors and creditors in all chapters of bankruptcy, and for several years was recognized as a
- [Legal Practice Hall of Fame Class of 2023: Joseph B. Cheshire V](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-practice-hall-of-fame-class-of-2023-joseph-b-cheshire-v/) - Joseph B. Cheshire, V is the senior partner with the law firm Cheshire Parker Schneider, PLLC. He has practiced criminal defense law throughout the United States for the past 50 years. He received his law degree from Wake Forest University. His practice involves the defense of felony criminal cases in state and federal courts with
- [Legal Practice Hall of Fame Class of 2023: William M. Claytor](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-practice-hall-of-fame-class-of-2023-william-m-claytor/) - William M. Claytor (“Bill”), born 1941 – began his educational journey at Rhodes College in Memphis, Tennessee, continued at Truman University in Missouri, and then at University of Memphis, where he received a master’s degree and subsequently his Juris Doctorate. In 2008 he attended UNCC for a second master’s degree. In 1979, he was employed
- [Legal Practice Hall of Fame Class of 2023: Fenton T. Erwin Jr.](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-practice-hall-of-fame-class-of-2023-fenton-t-erwin-jr/) - Fenton T. Erwin, Jr. was born in Knoxville, Tennessee on July 30, 1941, and grew up in Asheville, North Carolina. In 1963, he graduated from East Carolina University with an A.B. degree. In 1966, he graduated from the University of North Carolina School of Law. After graduation from law school, he moved to Charlotte where
- [Legal Practice Hall of Fame Class of 2023: Larry S. McDevitt](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-practice-hall-of-fame-class-of-2023-larry-s-mcdevitt/) - Larry McDevitt, who once thought he would practice law for just a few years, is now the Senior Principal and Past President of The Van Winkle Law Firm with 55 years of litigation experience in Federal and State Trial and Appellate Courts. A Fellow in the American College of Trial Lawyers and International Society of
- [Legal Practice Hall of Fame Class of 2023: Ronald P. Johnson](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-practice-hall-of-fame-class-of-2023-ronald-p-johnson/) - Ronald P. Johnson grew up in Clinton, South Carolina and earned both his undergraduate and law degrees from the University of South Carolina. Upon graduation from law school in 1974, he was admitted to the North Carolina Bar and began practicing with the law firm of Jordan, Wright, Nichols & Caffrey in Greensboro, primarily in
- [Legal Practice Hall of Fame Class of 2023: Troy C. Homesley Jr.](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/legal-practice-hall-of-fame-class-of-2023-troy-c-homesley-jr/) - Troy C. (“TC”) Homesley, Jr. is a native of Cherryville, North Carolina. He obtained his undergraduate degree from his beloved university, The University of North Carolina. Interestingly, Homesley got his undergraduate degree having never gotten his high school diploma. He obtained his law degree from UNC in 1958. Following law school, TC served in the
- [Citizen Lawyer Class of 2023: Stanley Abrams](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/citizen-lawyer-class-of-2023-stanley-abrams/) - Stanley “Stan” Abrams of the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin in Durham devotes his time to countless civic, religious and philanthropic causes to improve the lives of individuals in his community and across the state. Prior to the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin, Stan worked as a Pitt County Staff Attorney and served
- [Citizen Lawyer Class of 2023: Stephen R. Berlin](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/citizen-lawyer-class-of-2023-stephen-r-berlin/) - Steve Berlin, Office Managing Partner of Kilpatrick Townsend’s Winston-Salem office, has volunteered his time for nearly four decades to worthy community and civic causes to improve the quality of life of those in the Triad and beyond. Steve is known as a longtime advocate for the arts. He has served various organizations, including the Winston-Salem/Forsyth
- [Citizen Lawyer Class of 2023: Paul L. Jones](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/citizen-lawyer-class-of-2023-paul-l-jones/) - The Honorable Paul L. Jones of Greensboro began his career as a staff attorney and assistant clerk of the Supreme Court of the United States. From there his career spanned military service, Legal Services of North Carolina, private practice, District Court Judge, and, lastly, Superior Court Judge and Senior Resident Superior Court Judge. He retired
- [Citizen Lawyer Class of 2023: John T. Kilby](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/citizen-lawyer-class-of-2023-john-t-kilby/) - John T. Kilby of Kilby & Hurley in West Jefferson enjoys a sterling reputation in the legal community for his service to his clients. He has dedicated 40 years to the Board of Pisgah Legal Services for access to legal services for the financially challenged people needing legal assistance in the surrounding area.
- [Citizen Lawyer Class of 2023: Ronald K. Payne](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/citizen-lawyer-class-of-2023-ronald-k-payne/) - Upon admission to the bar in 1977, Ronald K. Payne of The Van Winkle Law Firm engaged in the private practice of law in Asheville, concentrating primarily in civil litigation. In 1995, he was appointed by Governor James B. Hunt, Jr. as Resident Superior Court Judge for the 28th Judicial District. Ron retired as a
- [Citizen Lawyer Class of 2023: D. Blaine Sanders](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/citizen-lawyer-class-of-2023-d-blaine-sanders/) - As director of pro bono services at Robinson Bradshaw, Blaine Sanders recruits lawyers of all experience levels, pairing them with pro bono opportunities that address different needs in the community. Blaine serves as outside general counsel to Alexander Youth Network, supporting the organization in taking care of children with serious emotional and behavioral problems who
- [Citizen Lawyer Class of 2023: Robert G. McIntosh](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/citizen-lawyer-class-of-2023-robert-g-mcintosh/) - Robert G. McIntosh of McIntosh Law Firm in Davidson established The McIntosh Law Firm in 1997 to make a positive difference in the greater Lake Norman community by providing, local, accessible legal services. He is a pillar of the community who is well known for numerous volunteer activities in the local community. Bob’s deep commitment
- [Robinson O. Everett Professionalism Award: S. Collins Saint](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/robinson-o-everett-professionalism-award-s-collins-saint/) - S. Collins Saint advises and litigates on behalf of public and private educational institutions and school boards on an array of education law issues, including special education and disability-related issues as well as constitutional and civil rights claims. They also represent transgender individuals in obtaining legal recognition of their identities. Collins is actively involved in
- [Charles F. Blanchard Young Lawyer of the Year Award: Kayla Daniell Britt](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/charles-f-blanchard-young-lawyer-of-the-year-award-kayla-daniell-britt/) - Kayla Britt, also known as the Fairy Law Mother, is an Assistant Attorney General at the NC Department of Justice practicing civil litigation. Kayla serves as the NCBA YLD Law Student Division Director, YLD Representative for the ABA House of Delegates, a member of the Government & Public Sector and Criminal Justice Section Councils, and
- [Citizen Lawyer Class of 2023: Robert H. Wall](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/citizen-lawyer-class-of-2023-robert-h-wall/) - Robert “Rob” Wall of Akerman LLP in Winston-Salem serves on the advisory board and is the former chair and executive committee member for the Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Piedmont Triad. Through his roles, Rob focuses on supporting fundraising efforts, community awareness, and providing volunteer support to further the mission of Ronald McDonald House.
- [Distinguished Paralegal Award: Katie Riddle](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/distinguished-paralegal-award-katie-riddle/) - Katie Riddle is a North Carolina Certified Paralegal. She has worked as a paralegal for eight years, with the last four working in-house at Lincoln Financial Group. In her current role, she supports and is involved in a wide array of life insurance matters. Her previous work includes workers’ compensation, contracts, and employment matters. In
- [H. Brent McKnight Renaissance Lawyer Award: David Gantt](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/h-brent-mcknight-renaissance-lawyer-award-david-gantt/) - David is an Asheville-based Social Security Disability and Workers’ Compensation Lawyer. He has over four (4) decades of experience representing injured and disabled clients throughout western North Carolina. At the David Gantt Law Office, he provides clients with knowledgeable and compassionate representation as he pursues compensation and benefits for workers' compensation, Social Security Disability, and
- [Law Firm Pro Bono Award: Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/law-firm-pro-bono-award-parker-poe-adams-bernstein-llp/) - For more than a century, Parker Poe has represented many of the Southeast’s largest companies and local governments in transactions, regulatory issues, and complex litigation. The firm has more than 275 attorneys across eight offices in North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and Washington, DC. Parker Poe has a rich tradition of providing pro bono legal
- [Outstanding Collaborative/Group Pro Bono Award: Afghan Asylum Project](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/outstanding-collaborative-group-pro-bono-award-afghan-asylum-project/) - The Afghan Asylum project began in March 2022 when Pisgah Legal Services learned from local refugee resettlement agencies in Asheville that dozens of Afghan newcomers in the community had no legal help to navigate the complex asylum process and submit applications within one year of their arrival in the United States (August 2022 for most).
- [Filling the Justice Gap Award: Charlotte Legal Initiative to Mobilize Business](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/filling-the-justice-gap-award-charlotte-legal-initiative-to-mobilize-business/) - Minority-owned and women-owned small businesses in North Carolina often face daunting obstacles finding and affording competent legal counsel. To help fill this access-to-justice gap, Kimberly Zirkle of Moore & Van Allen and Kate Maynard of Robinson Bradshaw spearheaded the creation of the Charlotte Legal Initiative to Mobilize Businesses (CLIMB) in 2021 and McGuireWoods, Cadwalader, Wickersham
- [Younger Lawyer Pro Bono Service Award: Troy Shelton](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/younger-lawyer-pro-bono-service-award-troy-shelton/) - Troy Shelton is an appellate partner in the Raleigh office of Fox Rothschild LLP. A board-certified appellate specialist, Troy is dedicated to helping clients – including those who are indigent – pursue appeals in federal and state courts across the country. Over the years, Troy has represented on a pro bono basis many children who
- [Linda McGhee Presented 2023 Liberty Bell Award to Sam J. Ervin, IV](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/linda-mcghee-presented-2023-liberty-bell-award-to-sam-j-ervin-iv/) - Linda McGhee joined the Young Lawyer Division’s 2023 Law Day celebrations for its 65th anniversary on May 5. Linda presented the Liberty Bell Award to Sam J. Ervin, IV to close out the ceremony. This award recognizes individuals exemplifying lifelong service to the law in North Carolina. Law Day was a wonderful celebration reflecting on
- [Kalyn Simmons Spoke at CLE Program in Wilmington](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/kalyn-simmons-spoke-at-cle-program-in-wilmington/) - Kalyn Simmons had a full circle moment when speaking at the NCBA Environment, Energy & Natural Resources Law Section's CLE program in Wilmington on her five-year anniversary of graduating from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. Kalyn had the opportunity to talk about some hot-topic environmental cases at the state and federal levels in
- [Matthew Vilmer Led Discussion at Paralegal Division Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/matthew-vilmer-led-discussion-at-paralegal-division-annual-meeting/) - Matthew Vilmer of Vilmer Caudill visited the Bar Center on May 15 for the Paralegal Division’s Annual Meeting. During the program, Matthew led a discussion covering the latest in business law and Artificial Intelligence's impact on the future of the paralegal profession. It was a wonderful discussion! Paralegal Division members, in addition to being eligible
- [Carlton Williamson and Ralph Walker Spent a Weekend in New Bern with the Senior Lawyers Division](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/carlton-williamson-and-ralph-walker-spent-a-weekend-in-new-bern-with-the-senior-lawyers-division/) - Members of the Senior Lawyers Division met in New Bern May 11-12 for the 2023 Spring Meeting. From dinners at Cypress Hall and The Chelsea, a tour of Tryon Palace and hearing from two distinguished speakers, this was a can’t-miss program! Carlton Williamson and Ralph Walker joined fellow members in enjoying the activities and meeting.
- [Bernice S. Kendall Enjoyed An Evening Outside With Paralegal Division Members](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/bernice-s-kendall-enjoyed-an-evening-outside-with-paralegal-division-members/) - The Paralegal Division held its Annual Meeting and reception at the Bar Center May 4-5. This year’s program was designed to assist the paralegal with expanding their skill set and provide avenues for which they can grow. The program also included sessions on diversity in the workplace, research, creditor's rights, real estate, defining corporate entities,
- [Thomas C. Worth Jr. was Honored for Outstanding Professional Performance](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/thomas-c-worth-jr-was-honored-for-outstanding-professional-performance/) - The Zoning, Planning & Land Use Section is made up of attorneys and paralegals in private and local governmental practice who routinely handle matters related to land use, zoning, zoning litigation and environmental regulations affecting the development of land. On April 28 at the Bar Center, the section presented its Award of Excellence to Thomas
- [Ashley Johnson Enjoyed a Weekend in Charleston with the Family Law Section](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/ashley-johnson-enjoyed-a-weekend-in-charleston-with-the-family-law-section/) - Ashley Johnson spent a weekend in Charleston, South Carolina, with fellow NCBA Family Law Section members for the 2023 Family Law Section Spring Program – Evidentiary Issues: The Digital Family World. The program covered how the expansion of access to information over the past 20 years has led to an expansion of the evidence family
- [Samantha Gordon Encouraged High School Students to Consider Legal Careers](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/samantha-gordon-encouraged-high-school-students-to-consider-legal-careers/) - The NCBA Young Lawyers Division's Legal LINK Committee hosted a panel at West Mecklenburg High School on Monday, April 24. Panelists, including NCBA member Samantha Gordon, spoke to students about the second pillar of LINK – which is "Information." The Legal LINK program was designed to expose diverse groups of students to the legal profession,
- [Member Spotlight: Brandon A. Robinson](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/member-spotlight-brandon-a-robinson/) - In the first month of his first year at North Carolina Central University Law, Brandon attended a reception hosted by the North Carolina Bar Association – and he has been “showing up” for the NCBA ever since. He became a member of the NCBA as a law student, and as a new admittee, he quickly
- [Samantha Gordon Traveled to NOLA for the ABA's Midyear Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/american-bar-association-mid-year-meeting/) - Samantha Gordon joined fellow NCBA members in traveling to New Orleans to represent the NCBA and North Carolina as NC Delegates at the American Bar Association’s Midyear Meeting Assembly on February 7. The goal of ABA Midyear is to reconnect in person for discussions on the latest issues and trends shaping the legal profession's future.
- [Alexandra Southerland Discussed What It Means to be a Lawyer with Apex High School Students](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/alexandra-southerland-discussed-what-it-means-to-be-a-lawyer-with-apex-high-school-students/) - NCBF staff and volunteers headed to Apex High School for a career fair on March 1, educating students on what it means to be a lawyer. NCBA member Alexandra Southerland joined the group of volunteers and struck up a conversation with one of the students in attendance. The NCBF has multiple programs designed to engage
- [Sarah Edwards Joined Education Law Section for a Panel + Social in Greensboro](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/sarah-edwards-joined-education-law-section-for-a-panel-social-in-greensboro/) - Sarah Edwards, NCBA Education Law Section Chair, enjoyed a chance to network and meet with law students at SouthEnd Brewing Co. in Greensboro on March 9. Sarah participated in a panel on career paths, current education law topics and what it means to be an education lawyer before gathering at the networking event. Both events
- [Tyler Webster Took a Study Break with Classmates at Bourbon Bowl in Greensboro](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/tyler-webster-took-a-study-break-with-classmates-at-bourbon-bowl-in-greensboro/) - The NCBA Criminal Justice Section and Young Lawyers Divisions hosted a networking event with appetizers, drinks and open bowling lanes at Bourbon Bowl in Greensboro on March 11. Tyler Webster and nearly 30 Elon Law classmates took a study break to strike up conversations with NCBA members. Interested in the NCBA Law Student Division or
- [Sandra Daverman Presented at DEI Panel at NCCU Law](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/practice-as-a-trust-and-estate-lawyer/) - Sandra Daverman visited North Carolina Central University School of Law on March 28 to participate in an exciting DEI panel and networking event. Participants were encouraged to attend to engage with esteemed panelists and interact with others in this practice area and law students who may be interested in pursuing this area. This panel was
- [Kayla Britt Spoke at the 8th Annual NCBA Law Student Networking Reception](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/kayla-britt-spoke-at-the-8th-annual-ncba-law-student-networking-reception/) - Kayla Britt addressed those attending the eighth annual Law Student Networking Reception at the Bar Center. Beyond the books and the bar exam, the value of networking is underscored through active membership in the NCBA Law Student Division – and it’s free. Learn more about this complimentary membership and register to join the NCBA as
- [Member Spotlight: Manisha P. Patel](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/member-spotlight-manisha-p-patel/) - This driven young attorney joined the NCBA Family Law Section as a law student. She already knew family law was her calling and she was determined to learn as much as she could as quickly as possible. “I was a sponge in law school, and my connection to my practice section remains an ongoing source
- [Lisa Williford Started her Weekend at the YLD Spring Quarterly Council Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/lisa-williford-started-her-weekend-at-the-yld-spring-quarterly-council-meeting/) - Lisa Williford kicked off her weekend by visiting the Bar Center for the Young Lawyers Division Spring Quarterly Council Meeting. It was a wonderful opportunity to get the division together to celebrate and highlight the amazing work of dedicated volunteers. The Young Lawyers Division is often referred to as the service arm of the NCBA
- [Member Spotlight: April Giancola](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/member-spotlight-april-giancola/) - What motivates April to engage so actively with the North Carolina Bar Association? “What I love most is the collegiality,” she says. “Everyone I have met along the way seems to have a shared mission and purpose that starts with helping each other.” Doing something impactful and making a difference have been on April’s mind
- [Alison Ashe-Card Enjoyed a Friday Evening at NCBA Event in Asheville](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/alison-ashe-card-enjoys-friday-evening-at-ncba-event-in-asheville/) - Members from across the state gathered in Asheville for drinks and appetizers at the Renaissance Downtown Hotel Patio following the NCBA Board of Governors meeting on Friday, April 14. Alison Ashe-Card joined the festivities with her husband! It was a wonderful evening of fun and fellowship for everyone. You can connect and network with other
- [Member Spotlight: Stephanie C. Crosby](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/member-spotlight-stephanie-c-crosby/) - Stephanie describes her first opportunity to serve on a North Carolina Bar Association committee as a “call out of the blue” – maybe even an overture resulting from a rundown of a list of candidates that eventually landed on her name. But chances are that call was a lot more strategic than this humble go-getter
- [Yazmeen Gadalla Enjoyed a Friday Evening at the Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/yazmeen-gadalla-enjoyed-a-friday-evening-at-the-bar-center/) - Yazmeen Gadalla joined fellow paralegal professionals and students from across the state for a panel discussion at the Bar Center in Cary. Yazmeen participated in an informal discussion composed of pre-submitted questions and a live question-and-answer session with paralegals from different fields and experience levels. It was a great night of networking and answering questions
- [Eric Wagner + Julia Kim Joined Intellectual Property Law Section Panel](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/eric-wagner-julia-kim-joined-intellectual-property-law-section-panel/) - The Intellectual Property Law Section hosted a free U.S. Patent and Trademark Office panel presentation and networking event on Thursday, April 20, at Kō•än in Cary. Panelists discussed tools and tips for overcoming rejections and obtaining allowance of claims and best practices for utilizing Examiner Interviews, Pre-Appeal Brief Conferences and 132 Declarations. Following an excellent
- [Marcus Hewitt was Recognized at Health Law Section Annual Program](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/marcus-hewitt-was-recognized-at-health-law-section-annual-program/) - Marcus Hewitt, outgoing Chair of the NCBA Health Law Section, received a plaque in recognition of his service during the 2023 NCBA Health Law Section Annual Program, held on April 21 at the Bar Center in Cary. The program focused on important areas of change in healthcare, including insight into healthcare consumerism, alternative payment models,
- [4ALL Founder Janet Ward Black + President-Elect Patti Ramseur Kicked off First 4ALL Shift in Greensboro](https://www.ncbar.org/member/focus/4all-founder-janet-ward-black-and-patti-ramseur-kicked-off-first-4all-shift-in-greensboro/) - 4ALL Statewide Service Day was held on Friday, March 3. 450 attorneys and paralegals volunteered their time to answer 6,103 calls at seven sites across the state. 4ALL founder and NCBA + NCBF Past President Janet Ward Black kicked off the first shift volunteering in Greensboro alongside NCBA + NCBF President-Elect Patti Ramseur. 4ALL is

## News

- [NCBA and Legal Aid Matching Gift Campaign Exceeds $100,000 Goal](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-and-legal-aid-matching-gift-campaign-exceeds-100000-goal/) - In 2025, Legal Aid of North Carolina faced significant funding challenges, including the loss of more than $6 million due to the freezing of IOLTA grants. In response, the organization made thoughtful and strategic decisions to ensure long-term strength, sustainability and continued access to justice for those who need it most. It entered 2026 focused,
- [Judge Robin Anderson Receives 2026 Award for Excellence](https://www.ncbar.org/news/judge-robin-anderson-receives-2026-award-for-excellence/) - On March 18, 2026, Judge Robin Anderson was awarded the Administrative Law Section Award for Excellence during its presentation and reception at the Bar Center. The Award for Excellence honors an outstanding Administrative Law Section attorney as an exemplar of excellence, dedication and passion for administrative and/or regulatory law. Judge Anderson fits the bill, with
- [2026 Pro Bono Awards Recipients Announced](https://www.ncbar.org/news/2026-pro-bono-awards-recipients-announced/) - The recipients of the NCBA Pro Bono Awards have been announced and will be honored at the 2026 NCBA Annual Meeting Awards Dinner. The event will be held on Friday, June 26 in Charlotte. This year’s honorees are listed below: The Outstanding Paralegal Award: Stephanie C. Crosby The “Filling the Justice Gap” Award: NCBA Bankruptcy
- [Mary Gallimore Walker Receives Real Property Distinguished Service Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/mary-gallimore-walker-receives-real-property-distinguished-service-award/) - The NCBA Real Property Section awarded Mary Gallimore Walker of High Point the 2026 Distinguished Service Award during the section's Annual Meeting in Asheville on May 15, 2026. The award was established to recognize and encourage others to emulate extraordinary service to the section, legal profession and public. The recipient goes above and beyond in
- [Trailblazer Awards Dinner Honors Catharine Arrowood](https://www.ncbar.org/news/trailblazer-awards-dinner-honors-catharine-arrowood/) - On May 7, 2026, the NCBA Women in the Profession (WIP) Committee hosted the second annual Women in the Law Trailblazer Awards Dinner. The Trailblazer Award for Women in Law recognizes accomplished women who have demonstrated excellence in their areas of practice, unending professionalism and the persistent promotion and protection of other women in the
- [Nan Hannah Receives 2026 Evelyn M. Coman Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/nan-hannah-receives-2026-evelyn-m-coman-award/) - The NCBA Evelyn M. Coman Award for Distinguished Service in the Field of Construction Law recognizes a lawyer in North Carolina who has made a significant contribution to the field through case law or other professional achievements. Recipients exhibit a strong record of volunteerism and have consistently upheld the highest ideals of the profession through
- [NCBF Announces 4 New Named Endowment Funds](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncbf-announces-4-new-named-endowment-funds/) - On Wednesday, May 13, 2026, the North Carolina Bar Foundation introduced two new Justice Funds and two new Lawyer Impact Funds. The honorees were announced during a dedication ceremony at the Bar Center. The Fred D. Hutchison Justice Fund was created by the Hutchison Law Group and supports the NCBF Open Door Fund Endowment. The
- [Katie Cornetto Receives Ann L. Majestic Distinguished Service Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/katie-cornetto-receives-ann-l-majestic-distinguished-service-award/) - The NCBA Education Law Section's Ann L. Majestic Distinguished Service Award recognizes an attorney’s outstanding leadership and longevity of service in the field of education law. This year's recipient is Katie Cornetto of Poyner Spruill LLP. Early in her legal career, Cornetto worked as a law clerk to the Honorable Wanda Bryant, who was serving
- [Students Gather in Raleigh to Celebrate 68th Annual Law Day](https://www.ncbar.org/news/students-gather-in-raleigh-to-celebrate-68th-annual-law-day/) - North Carolina elementary, middle and high school students gathered in downtown Raleigh for the 68th anniversary of Law Day, a day of competition and celebration on the first Friday of May through a formal proclamation by the state’s governor. Numerous competitions encouraged students to critically think and reflect on the rule of law in correspondence
- [Criminal Justice Section Honors Two Attorneys](https://www.ncbar.org/news/criminal-justice-section-honors-two-attorneys/) - The 18th Annual Criminal Justice Peter S. Gilchrist III & Wade M. Smith Awards Dinner was held on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at the Embassy Suites in Cary. Connie Jordan, who formerly served as Assistant District Attorney for New Hanover and Pender Counties, received the Peter S. Gilchrist Award, and Cynthia Black, who previously served
- [NC Lawyers on Call (4ALL): Friday, March 6, 2026](https://www.ncbar.org/news/nc-lawyers-on-call-4all-friday-march-6-2026/) - The 19th annual NC Lawyers on Call (4ALL) will take place on Friday, March 6, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. North Carolina attorneys will provide free legal information to North Carolina residents who call in on this day. In 2025, 398 attorney volunteers and 89 paralegal and law student volunteers answered 7,063 calls.
- [Dispute Resolution Section Recognizes Two Individuals](https://www.ncbar.org/news/dispute-resolution-section-recognizes-two-individuals/) - On Feb. 13, 2026, at the Dispute Resolution Section Annual Meeting hosted at the N.C. Bar Center, Frank Laney presented NCBA Dispute Resolution Section members Richard J. “Rick” Igou and George P. Doyle with the Harmony Award and the Peace Award. The Harmony Award is given annually to an individual of the Dispute Resolution Section
- [David L. York Receives ZPLU Section's Award of Excellence](https://www.ncbar.org/news/david-l-york-receives-2026-award-of-excellence/) - David L. York is the 2026 recipient of the NCBA Zoning, Planning and Land Use (ZPLU) Section Award of Excellence. His distinguished 36-year career and consistent demonstration of the award’s qualities earned him the nomination by Clyde Holt, Robin Tatum, David Neill, Catherine Hill and Beth Trahos. The Award of Excellence was created to recognize
- [Vice Presidents Elected, Board Nominees Announced](https://www.ncbar.org/news/vice-presidents-elected-board-nominees-announced-2/) - The NCBA Board of Governors, convening Friday, April 17, elected the following slate of nominees who will serve one-year terms as vice presidents in 2026-27: Justice Tamara Barringer (N.C. Supreme Court, Raleigh), Judge Stephan Futrell (N.C. Superior Court, Rockingham), Judge Diane Surgeon Greene (N.C. District Court, Lumberton), and Dean Andy Klein (Wake Forest University School
- [Statement on Proposed Changes to NC State Bar](https://www.ncbar.org/news/statement-on-proposed-changes-to-nc-state-bar/) - As the voluntary bar association for lawyers, paralegals, and law students in our state, the mission of the North Carolina Bar Association is to serve the public and the legal profession by promoting the administration of justice and encouraging the highest standards of integrity, competence, civility, and well-being of all members of the profession. The
- [NCBA Legal Practice Hall of Fame Inducts 8 New Members](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-legal-practice-hall-of-fame-inducts-8-new-members-2/) - The 37th induction class of the North Carolina Bar Association Legal Practice Hall of Fame was enshrined on Friday, Oct. 17, at the Carolina Club in Chapel Hill. The induction ceremony coincided with the fall meeting of the NCBA Senior Lawyers Division, led by Chair Dan Hartzog. Access photos from the ceremony. The Class of
- [N.C. Free Legal Answers Empower Hour Volunteers Answer 107 Questions](https://www.ncbar.org/news/n-c-free-legal-answers-empower-hour-volunteers-answer-107-questions/) - N.C. Free Legal Answers is a web-based pro bono opportunity where lawyers log in to an online portal to review a queue of civil legal questions from low-income North Carolinians. There are more than 20 civil legal categories to choose from, and lawyers are able to sort the questions in a number of different ways.
- [Vice Presidents Elected, Board Nominees Announced](https://www.ncbar.org/news/vice-presidents-elected-board-nominees-announced/) - The NCBA Board of Governors, convening Friday, April 4, elected the following slate of nominees who will serve one-year terms as vice presidents in 2025-26: Judge David (Dink) Warren (U.S. Bankruptcy Court EDNC, Raleigh), Judge Joseph Crosswhite (N.C. Superior Court, Statesville), Chief District Court Judge Christy Wilhelm (N.C. District Court, Concord), and Dean Geoff Krouse
- [Beth Langley Elected President-Elect of NCBA](https://www.ncbar.org/news/beth-langley-elected-president-elect-of-ncba/) - Beth Langley of Brooks Pierce in Greensboro has been elected to serve as president-elect of the North Carolina Bar Association (NCBA). The election took place on Friday, June 27, during the NCBA Annual Meeting in Asheville. Langley will serve in 2025-26 as president-elect of the NCBA and the North Carolina Bar Foundation (NCBF) and will
- [Rob Harrington Installed as NCBA President](https://www.ncbar.org/news/rob-harrington-installed-as-ncba-president/) - Rob Harrington of Robinson Bradshaw in Charlotte has been installed as the 131st president of the North Carolina Bar Association. The swearing-in ceremony took place on Friday, June 27, at the NCBA Annual Meeting in Asheville. Harrington will also serve in 2025-26 as president of the North Carolina Bar Foundation. The oath of office was
- [NCBA Media and the Law Awards Presented](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-media-and-the-law-awards-presented-2/) - The 2025 NCBA Media and the Law Awards were presented on Thursday, September 18, at the Embassy Suites in Cary in conjunction with the annual awards ceremony of the North Carolina Press Association. NCBA President Rob Harrington presented the awards. The Media and the Law awards program was established by the North Carolina Bar Association
- [And The Top 5 Blog Posts For 2024-25 Are . . .](https://www.ncbar.org/news/and-the-top-5-blog-posts-for-2024-25-are/) - During the 2024-2025 bar year, 176 blog posts were published on NCBarBlog. The blog post with the highest number of views was Changes to Notary Act and Rules That Affect Attorneys Now by Ann B. Wall. The next four top-performing posts are below: Section 351 by John G. Hodnette How To Lose Your Law License
- [New Board Members, Officers Join NCBA Board of Governors](https://www.ncbar.org/news/new-board-members-officers-join-ncba-board-of-governors-2/) - Seven new members of the NCBA Board of Governors were elected to three-year terms on Friday, June 27, at the 2025 NCBA Annual Meeting in Asheville. Their election was made official during the Annual Meeting Business Meeting and Luncheon at the Asheville Renaissance Downtown. Newly elected board members who are beginning three-year terms on the
- [New NCBF Board Members Elected, Appointed](https://www.ncbar.org/news/new-ncbf-board-members-elected-appointed-2/) - Deborah L. (Debbie) Hildebran-Bachofen of Manning Fulton in Raleigh and Dayatra (Day) Matthews of the Local Government Federal Credit Union in Raleigh have been elected to three-year at-large terms on the North Carolina Bar Foundation Board of Directors, and Laura Parrett Davenport of Fidelity Bank in Holly Springs has been appointed to a three-year term
- [Young Lawyers Division Conducts Law Day Celebration](https://www.ncbar.org/news/young-lawyers-division-conducts-law-day-celebration-2/) - Students from across the state gathered in Raleigh on Friday, May 5, as the North Carolina Bar Association observed Law Day 2023. The culminating awards ceremony and the Law Week events were conducted by the NCBA Young Lawyers Division and supported by the North Carolina Bar Foundation Endowment through the Beverly C. Moore and Douglas
- [Registration Open for Complimentary Leadership Conferences](https://www.ncbar.org/news/registration-open-for-complimentary-leadership-conferences/) - Whether you are new to leadership or looking to energize and enhance your skills, NCBA Leadership Conferences are designed with your development in mind. Each conference is an invitation to grow personally and professionally, and to walk away with information that will impact legal teams, client relations and ultimately firm performance. Learn from industry leaders
- [NCBA Past President Tony Hornthal Dies](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-past-president-tony-hornthal-dies/) - Louis Phillip (Tony) Hornthal Jr. of Elizabeth City, who served as president of the North Carolina Bar Association and Foundation in 1996-97, died February 7 at the age of 88. A native of Tarboro, he was a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (1958) and UNC School of Law (1963). Hornthal
- [NCBA, PBS North Carolina Produce Appellate Judicial Candidate Forums](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-pbs-north-carolina-produce-appellate-judicial-candidate-forums/) - The 2024 North Carolina Appellate Judicial Candidate Forums have been recorded and are now available for viewing. All eight candidates seeking election to the N.C. Supreme Court and the N.C. Court of Appeals participated in the forums, which are produced in partnership between the North Carolina Bar Association and PBS North Carolina (formerly UNC-TV). Kelly
- [Free Legal Assistance Available for NC Survivors of Tropical Storm Helene](https://www.ncbar.org/news/free-legal-assistance-available-for-north-carolina-survivors-of-tropical-storm-helene/) - The Disaster Legal Services program is a partnership among the North Carolina Bar Association and Foundation, Legal Aid of North Carolina, American Bar Association, and FEMA to assist North Carolina residents affected by natural disasters. A toll-free legal aid hotline is now available for survivors of Tropical Storm Helene in North Carolina. Disaster Legal Services,
- [NCBA Mourns Death of Past President Jim Talley](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-mourns-death-of-past-president-jim-talley/) - James Maynard (Jim) Talley Jr. of Charlotte, who served as president of the North Carolina Bar Association and Foundation in 1994-95, died on October 16 at the age of 87. Talley was born in Durham and graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1959 with a B.S. in Industrial Relations. He
- [Fall 2024 Swearing-In Ceremonies Scheduled](https://www.ncbar.org/news/fall-2024-swearing-in-ceremonies-scheduled/) - The North Carolina Bar Association provides a compilation of swearing-in ceremonies across the state, using information provided by local bar organizations and law schools. In addition, soon-to-be admitted attorneys may wish to familiarize themselves with information on the N.C. State Bar website regarding admission to the bar. Newly admitted members of the N.C. State Bar
- [Awards Presented at NCBA Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/news/awards-presented-at-ncba-annual-meeting/) - The North Carolina Bar Association honored numerous individual and group award winners on Friday, June 21, at the Charlotte Convention Center. The Awards Dinner and Presidential Installation was a featured event of the 2024 NCBA Annual Meeting. The Citizen Lawyer Awards, Pro Bono Awards and Young Lawyers Division Awards were presented along with the Paralegal
- [Legal Legends of Color Honored at Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/news/legal-legends-of-color-honored-at-annual-meeting/) - The North Carolina Bar Association honored the 2024 Legal Legends of Color (LLOC) on Thursday, June 20, at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Charlotte Uptown. The ninth LLOC Awards Celebration was a featured event of the NCBA Annual Meeting. Presented by the Legal Legends of Color Subcommittee of the NCBA Minorities in the Profession Committee,
- [Rob Harrington Elected NCBA President-Elect](https://www.ncbar.org/news/rob-harrington-elected-ncba-president-elect/) - Rob Harrington of Robinson Bradshaw in Charlotte has been elected to serve as president-elect of the North Carolina Bar Association (NCBA). The election took place on Friday, June 21, during the NCBA Annual Meeting at the Charlotte Convention Center. Harrington will serve in 2024-25 as president-elect of the NCBA and the North Carolina Bar Foundation
- [Kim Stogner Installed as NCBA + NCBF President](https://www.ncbar.org/news/kim-stogner-installed-as-ncba-ncbf-president/) - Kimberly H. Stogner of Womble Bond Dickinson in Winston-Salem has been installed as the 130th president of the North Carolina Bar Association. The swearing-in ceremony took place on Friday, June 21, at the NCBA Annual Meeting in Charlotte. Stogner will also serve in 2024-25 as president of the North Carolina Bar Foundation. The oath of
- [NCBF Open Door Fund Campaign Announced at Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncbf-open-door-fund-campaign-announced-at-annual-meeting/) - The campaign to endow the Open Door Fund of the North Carolina Bar Foundation is officially underway. Formal announcement of the fundraising drive took place on Friday, June 21, at the North Carolina Bar Association Annual Meeting in Charlotte. NCBA + NCBF Past Presidents Caryn McNeill and Mark Holt, who serve as founding co-chairs of
- [New Board Members, Officers Join NCBA Board of Governors](https://www.ncbar.org/news/new-board-members-officers-join-ncba-board-of-governors/) - Seven new members of the NCBA Board of Governors were elected to three-year terms on Friday, June 21, at the 2024 NCBA Annual Meeting in Charlotte. Their election was made official during the Annual Meeting Business Meeting and Luncheon at the Charlotte Convention Center. Newly elected board members who are beginning three-year terms on the
- [New NCBF Board Members Elected, Appointed](https://www.ncbar.org/news/new-ncbf-board-members-elected-appointed/) - Samantha Gordon of McIntyre Elder Law in Charlotte and John Cella Jr. of Ragsdale Liggett in Raleigh have been elected to three-year at-large terms on the North Carolina Bar Foundation Board of Directors, and Jon Heyl of Fox Rothschild in Charlotte has been appointed to a three-year term as chair of the NCBF Endowment Committee.
- [MIP Committee Presents ¡Adelanté! | Moving Forward! 2024](https://www.ncbar.org/news/mip-committee-presents-adelante-moving-forward-2024/) - The NCBA Minorities in the Profession (MIP) Committee presented ¡Adelanté! | Moving Forward! 2024 on Saturday, February 2, at the North Carolina Bar Center. The annual program is designed to empower law students and young lawyers from diverse backgrounds through sessions covering topics such as building your online presence, discussions on embracing diversity, and making
- [NCBF + NCBA SOGI Name Change Clinics Held](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncbf-ncba-sogi-name-change-clinics-held/) - The North Carolina Bar Foundation and the NCBA Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Committee recently held two Name Change Clinics in the Piedmont Triad. The first clinic, conducted in partnership with Wake Forest University School of Law, Pride Winston-Salem and Equality NC, was held on Saturday, April 13, at Wake Forest Law in Winston-Salem. Seventeen
- [NCBF Wills for Heroes Clinic Hosted by Elon Law](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncbf-wills-for-heroes-clinic-hosted-by-elon-law/) - The North Carolina Bar Foundation, in partnership with Elon University School of Law, hosted a Wills for Heroes clinic on Saturday, April 13, at Elon Law in Greensboro. A volunteer workforce of nine attorneys, 16 law students and four notaries public produced 79 documents at no cost for 20 grateful first responders and spouses from
- [Annual Professionalism CLE Held at Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/news/annual-professionalism-cle-held-at-bar-center/) - The NCBA Professionalism Committee’s annual CLE was held on Friday, December 1, at the N.C. Bar Center. The In-Person program was also offered via Live Webcast and will be available On-Demand by mid-December. Professionalism Committee Chair Gill Beck of the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Western District of North Carolina in Asheville and Keith Faulkner
- [NCBA Legal Practice Hall of Fame Inducts 8 New Members](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-legal-practice-hall-of-fame-inducts-8-new-members/) - The 35th induction class of the North Carolina Bar Association Legal Practice Hall of Fame was enshrined on Thursday, September 14, at the Waynesville Inn & Golf Club. The induction ceremony coincided with the fall meeting of the NCBA Senior Lawyers Division, led by the Hon. Robert C. Hunter, chair, and NCBA Past President Betty
- [NCBA Media and the Law Awards Presented](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-media-and-the-law-awards-presented/) - The 2023 North Carolina Bar Association Media and the Law Awards were presented on Thursday, August 24, at the annual Editorial and Advertising Awards Ceremony of the North Carolina Press Association (NCPA). The awards ceremony, held at the Sheraton Raleigh Hotel, was the featured event of the NCPA’s 150th Anniversary. NCBA President Patti Ramseur presented
- [Comments Delivered by President Clayton Morgan at the Beginning of the NCBA Annual Meeting Sessions on June 23, 2023](https://www.ncbar.org/news/comments-delivered-by-president-clayton-morgan-at-the-beginning-of-the-ncba-annual-meeting-sessions-on-june-23-2023/) - Good morning and welcome to the 2023 Annual Meeting. Before we begin our long-anticipated programming today, I would like to take a moment to acknowledge concerns surrounding the recent NCBA leadership decision to cancel an event planned by our Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity (SOGI) Committee and underscore our commitment to instituting policies and practices
- [Kimberly Stogner Elected President-Elect](https://www.ncbar.org/news/kimberly-stogner-elected-president-elect/) - Kimberly H. Stogner of Womble Bond Dickinson in Winston-Salem has been elected to serve as president-elect of the North Carolina Bar Association (NCBA). The election took place on Friday, June 23, at the NCBA Annual Meeting in Wilmington. Stogner will serve in 2023-24 as president-elect of the NCBA and the North Carolina Bar Foundation (NCBF)
- [2023 NCBA Annual Meeting Awards and Recognitions](https://www.ncbar.org/news/2023-ncba-annual-meeting-awards-and-recognitions/) - The 2023 Annual Meeting of the North Carolina Bar Association was held June 22-24 in Wilmington. The event featured presentation of numerous awards traditionally bestowed during the annual meeting in addition to recognition of the initial North Carolina Bar Foundation Open Door Fellows and announcement of the 2023 class of the Legal Practice (formerly General
- [Elections, Appointments Complete 2023-24 NCBF Board](https://www.ncbar.org/news/elections-appointments-complete-2023-24-ncbf-board/) - Upon completion of June 22-24 NCBA Annual Meeting and summer and organizational meetings of the NCBA Board of Governors and the NCBF Board of Directors, the 2023-24 NCBF Board of Directors is set. Afi S. Johnson-Parris of Fox Rothschild in Greensboro and Robert H. Edmunds of Fox Rothschild in Greensboro have been elected to three-year
- [Patti Ramseur Installed as NCBA President](https://www.ncbar.org/news/patti-ramseur-installed-as-ncba-president/) - Patti Ramseur of Greensboro has been installed as the 129th president of the North Carolina Bar Association. The swearing-in ceremony took place on Friday, June 23, at the NCBA Annual Meeting in Wilmington. Ramseur will also serve in 2023-24 as president of the North Carolina Bar Foundation. The oath of office was administered by Judge
- [Superb Saturday Showcases Volunteer Spirit of NCBA Members](https://www.ncbar.org/news/superb-saturday-showcases-volunteer-spirit-of-ncba-members/) - While the first day of this month is often accompanied by assorted acts of foolishness, the serious business of volunteer service was evident throughout the North Carolina Bar Association on Saturday, April 1, as NCBA members from across the state participated in numerous events. The North Carolina Bar Foundation presented the latest installment of the
- [Law Institute for Teachers (LIFT) Scheduled June 12-13](https://www.ncbar.org/news/law-institute-for-teachers-lift-scheduled-june-12-13/) - The 2023 LIFT program will be presented via Zoom on Monday, June 12 and Tuesday, June 13 from noon to 2 p.m. by the NCBA Education Law Section. Recordings will also be made available for 30 days after the program for those who register. The program is free. LIFT seeks to provide a substantive educational
- [16th Annual 4ALL Statewide Service Day Scheduled Friday, March 3](https://www.ncbar.org/news/16th-annual-4all-statewide-service-day-scheduled-friday-march-3/) - The 16th annual 4ALL Statewide Service Day of the North Carolina Bar Foundation will take place on Friday, March 3, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The event will rely heavily on technology and the virtual participation it has afforded volunteers throughout the duration of the pandemic, with limited in-person participation provided through call centers
- [Fall 2022 Swearing-In Ceremonies Scheduled](https://www.ncbar.org/news/fall-2022-swearing-in-ceremonies-scheduled/) - The North Carolina Bar Association provides a compilation of swearing-in ceremonies across the state, using information provided by local bar organizations. In addition, soon-to-be admitted attorneys may wish to familiarize themselves with information on the N.C. State Bar website regarding admission to the bar. Newly admitted members of the N.C. State Bar receive their first
- [NCBA, PBS NC Produce Appellate Judicial Candidate Forums](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-pbs-nc-produce-appellate-judicial-candidate-forums/) - The 2022 North Carolina Appellate Judicial Candidate Forums have been recorded and are now available for viewing. Eleven candidates seeking election to the N.C. Supreme Court and the N.C. Court of Appeals participated in the forums, which are produced in partnership between the North Carolina Bar Association and PBS North Carolina (formerly UNC-TV). Click here
- [NCBA Presents 2022 Pro Bono Awards](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-presents-2022-pro-bono-awards/) - The North Carolina Bar Association presented the 2022 Pro Bono Awards on Friday, June 24, at the NCBA Annual Meeting in Winston-Salem. The awards were presented during the Awards Dinner and Presidential Installation. This year’s recipients are: William Thorp Pro Bono Attorney of the Year Service Award Brandon A. Robinson (Durham) Deborah Greenblatt Outstanding Legal
- [Individual Awards Presented at Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/news/individual-awards-presented-at-annual-meeting/) - Four longstanding annual awards of the North Carolina Bar Association were presented at the 2022 Annual Meeting in Winston-Salem. The awards were presented on Friday, June 24, during the Awards Dinner and Presidential Installation. The awards and their recipients are: H. Brent McKnight Renaissance Lawyer Award – Robert C. (Bob) Sink Distinguished Paralegal Award –
- [2022 Citizen Lawyer Award Winners Honored](https://www.ncbar.org/news/2022-citizen-lawyer-award-winners-honored/) - The 2022 recipients of the North Carolina Bar Association’s Citizen Lawyer Award were honored on Friday, June 24, at the 2022 Annual Meeting in Winston-Salem during the Awards Dinner and Presidential Installation. These individuals represent the 16th class of honorees to receive this award. This year’s recipients are: Martha Bradley (Law Office of Martha Sharpe
- [Legal Practice Hall of Fame Inductees Honored](https://www.ncbar.org/news/legal-practice-hall-of-fame-inductees-honored/) - The 2022 induction class of the North Carolina Bar Association’s Legal Practice Hall of Fame was honored on Friday, June 24, at the 2022 Annual Meeting in Winston-Salem during the Awards Dinner and Presidential Installation. This year’s inductees are: Richard T. Boyette, Cranfill Sumner LLP, Raleigh Kenneth Greene, Carruthers & Roth, P.A., Greensboro Joseph C.
- [Legal Legends of Color Honored](https://www.ncbar.org/news/legal-legends-of-color-honored/) - The seventh installment of the Legal Legends of Color Award was presented on Thursday, June 23, at the 2022 NCBA Annual Meeting in Winston-Salem. The awards are presented annually by the Legal Legends of Color Subcommittee of the North Carolina Bar Association’s Minorities in the Profession Committee. This year’s honorees are attorneys Margaret Dudley, Georgia
- [Clayton Morgan Becomes 128th NCBA President](https://www.ncbar.org/news/clayton-morgan-becomes-128th-ncba-president/) - Clayton D. Morgan of Raleigh was installed as the 128th president of the North Carolina Bar Association on Friday evening, June 24, at the NCBA Annual Meeting in Winston-Salem. He will also serve in 2022-23 as president of the North Carolina Bar Foundation. Chief Justice Paul Newby of the Supreme Court of North Carolina administered
- [Past President Bob Vaughn Dies](https://www.ncbar.org/news/past-president-bob-vaughn-dies/) - The North Carolina Bar Association has learned of the passing of Robert C. (Bob) Vaughn Jr. at the age of 90. He served as president of the North Carolina Bar Association and Foundation in 1985-86. Vaughn was a native of Winston-Salem and a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (1953) and
- [Patti Ramseur Elected President-Elect](https://www.ncbar.org/news/patti-ramseur-elected-president-elect/) - Patti Ramseur of Ramseur Maultsby LLP in Greensboro has been elected to serve as president-elect of the North Carolina Bar Association. The election took place on Friday, June 24, at the NCBA Annual Meeting in Winston-Salem. Ramseur will serve throughout 2022-23 as president-elect of the NCBA and the North Carolina Bar Foundation, and as chair
- [Elections, Appointments Complete 2022-23 NCBF Board](https://www.ncbar.org/news/elections-appointments-complete-2022-23-ncbf-board/) - Upon completion of June 23-24 NCBA Annual Meeting and summer and organizational meetings of the NCBA Board of Governors and the NCBF Board of Directors, the 2022-23 NCBF Board of Directors is set. Nan Hannah of Hannah Sheridan & Cochran, LLP in Raleigh has been elected and Robin J. Stinson of Bell, Davis & Pitt
- [Likely Voters, NC Lawyers Share Common Ground On Judicial Elections, Trust In Federal Government](https://www.ncbar.org/news/likely-voters-nc-lawyers-share-common-ground-on-judicial-elections-trust-in-federal-government/) - An overwhelming percentage of North Carolinians would rather elect their judges than have them appointed by state government, but they would prefer nonpartisan judicial elections, according to polling conducted recently on behalf of the North Carolina Bar Association. In separate statewide surveys of likely general election voters and attorneys, respondents also indicated varying degrees of
- [NCBA Annual Meeting June 23-24 In Winston-Salem](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-annual-meeting-june-23-24-in-winston-salem/) - The North Carolina Bar Association will hold its 2022 Annual Meeting on June 23-24 at the Benton Convention Center in Winston-Salem, marking the first time this event has been held in person since 2019. Clayton D. Morgan of Raleigh will be installed as the 128th president of the NCBA, succeeding Jon Heyl of Charlotte. Morgan
- [Young Lawyers Division Conducts Law Day Celebration](https://www.ncbar.org/news/young-lawyers-division-conducts-law-day-celebration/) - Students from across the state gathered in Raleigh on Friday, May 6, as the North Carolina Bar Association observed Law Day 2022. The culminating awards ceremony and all of the Law Week events were conducted by the NCBA Young Lawyers Division and supported by the North Carolina Bar Foundation Endowment through the Beverly C. Moore
- [2022 Legal Feeding Frenzy Winners Announced](https://www.ncbar.org/news/2022-legal-feeding-frenzy-winners-announced/) - The champions of the 2022 N.C. Legal Feeding Frenzy were recognized on Thursday, April 27, by Attorney General Josh Stein. Legal Feeding Frenzy is a collaborative effort of the North Carolina Bar Association Young Lawyers Division, the North Carolina Bar Foundation Endowment, Feeding The Carolinas and the N.C. Attorney General. Spencer Fritts and Meredith Brewer,
- [Legal Feeding Frenzy Awards Ceremony](https://www.ncbar.org/news/legal-feeding-frenzy-awards-ceremony/) - The Legal Feeding Frenzy results are in and the NCBA Young Lawyers Division will host the annual awards ceremony on Wednesday, April 27, at noon. The virtual ceremony will be accessible via Facebook Live. Attorney General Josh Stein will announce this year’s total funds raised (including offline donations) and the winners of Legal Feeding Frenzy,
- [Citizen Lawyer Award Winners Announced](https://www.ncbar.org/news/citizen-lawyer-award-winners-announced-3/) - The North Carolina Bar Association will recognize the 16th class of Citizen Lawyer Award winners on Friday, June 24, at the NCBA Annual Meeting in Winston-Salem. The awards will be presented during the Awards Presentation and Presidential Installation Dinner. The 2022 Citizen Lawyer Award winners are: Deborah Sandlin, Sandlin Family Law Group, Raleigh Judge Carrie
- [Another Successful 4ALL Statewide Service Day Is In The Books](https://www.ncbar.org/news/another-successful-4all-statewide-service-day-is-in-the-books/) - Friday, March 4, 2022, was a great day to be a lawyer, and an even better day to be a North Carolina lawyer and member of the North Carolina Bar Association. It was on this date that the North Carolina Bar Foundation presented the 15th Annual 4ALL Statewide Service Day, and it was a huge
- [Volunteer Event Launches 2022 Legal Feeding Frenzy](https://www.ncbar.org/news/volunteer-event-launches-2022-legal-feeding-frenzy/) - Volunteers rolled up their sleeves on Friday, February 25, during the official kickoff of the 2022 Legal Feeding Frenzy. The Feeding Frenzy is a joint program conducted by the Young Lawyers Division of the North Carolina Bar Association and the Feeding the Carolinas Food Banks, supported by a grant from the North Carolina Bar Foundation
- [15th Annual 4ALL Statewide Service Day Set For Friday, March 4](https://www.ncbar.org/news/15th-annual-4all-statewide-service-day-set-for-friday-march-4/) - The 15th annual 4ALL Statewide Service Day of the North Carolina Bar Foundation will take place on Friday, March 4, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Due to the ongoing pandemic, volunteers will be operating remotely for the second consecutive year. Community partners who have supported 4ALL in the past are on board to promote
- [YLD Earns Achievement Awards](https://www.ncbar.org/news/yld-earns-achievement-awards/) - The NCBA Young Lawyers Division was recognized in every category of the American Bar Association’s YLD Awards of Achievement for 2015-16.
- [YLD Officers Installed, Awards Presented](https://www.ncbar.org/news/yld-officers-installed-awards-presented/) - The Young Lawyers Division elected new officers, installed a new chair and presented awards at the 2017 NCBA Annual Meeting.
- [2018 Citizen Lawyer Award Winner: Dan Green](https://www.ncbar.org/news/2018-citizen-lawyer-award-winner-dan-green/) - Dan Green embodies every sense of the phrase “Citizen Lawyer.”
- [Swearing-In Ceremonies Scheduled](https://www.ncbar.org/news/swearing-in-ceremonies-scheduled-2/) - The North Carolina Bar Association provides a compilation of mass swearing-in ceremonies across the state, using information provided by local bar organizations. In addition, soon-to-be admitted attorneys may wish to familiarize themselves with information on the N.C. State Bar website regarding admission to the bar. Newly admitted members of the N.C. State Bar receive their
- [Citizen Lawyer Awards Presented](https://www.ncbar.org/news/citizen-lawyer-awards-presented/) - The North Carolina Bar Association recognized the 11th class of Citizen Lawyer Award winners at the NCBA Annual Meeting in Wilmington.
- [4ALL Statewide Service Day 2021: A Virtual Success](https://www.ncbar.org/news/4all-statewide-service-day-2021-a-virtual-success/) - Although the North Carolina Bar Foundation has been conducting its annual 4ALL Statewide Service Day since 2008, there was nothing routine about this year’s event. Held on Friday, March 5, and conducted virtually for the first time due to the COVID-19 restrictions, the 14th annual 4ALL Statewide Service Day was certainly one for the books.
- [NCBA Mourns Death of Port-Au-Prince Bar Association President](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-mourns-death-of-port-au-prince-bar-association-president/) - The following is a message from the NCBA to its members regarding the death of Port-au-Prince Bar Association President Monferrier Dorval. Patriot for the Rule of Law ​Tragic news emerged from Haiti last week. In the driveway of his residence, Port-au-Prince Bar Association President Monferrier Dorval had died suddenly and violently from multiple gunshot wounds. Monsieur Dorval used his platform vocally to advocate for improvements in
- [Swearing-In Ceremonies Set For New Attorneys](https://www.ncbar.org/news/swearing-in-ceremonies-set-for-new-attorneys/) - The North Carolina Bar Association provides a compilation of mass swearing-in ceremonies across the state, using information provided by local bar organizations. In addition, soon-to-be admitted attorneys may wish to familiarize themselves with information on the N.C. State Bar website regarding admission to the bar. Newly admitted members of the N.C. State Bar receive their
- [The 20 Most Widely Read Posts on the NCBarBlog in 2020](https://www.ncbar.org/news/the-20-most-widely-read-posts-on-the-ncbarblog-in-2020/) - Last year, North Carolina Bar Association members fulfilled the association’s mission of promoting the administration of justice and encouraging the highest standards of integrity, competence, civility, and the well-being of others in a very special way: through the power of their words on the NCBarBlog. The NCBarBlog is a space for Sections, Divisions, and Committees
- [4ALL Statewide Service Day Friday, March 5](https://www.ncbar.org/news/4all-statewide-service-day-friday-march-5/) - The 14th annual 4ALL Statewide Service Day of the North Carolina Bar Foundation will take place on Friday, March 5. Due to the ongoing pandemic, volunteers and callers will operate virtually throughout the event in a manner very similar to the Foundation’s recent COVID-19 Virtual Legal Hotlines. Three important aspects of the 4ALL Statewide Service
- [Remembrance: Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Headlines NCBA Women in the Profession Event](https://www.ncbar.org/news/remembrance-justice-ruth-bader-ginsburg-headlines-ncba-women-in-the-profession-event/) - Associate Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg of the U.S. Supreme Court died Friday, Sept. 18, at the age of 87. Her passing rekindles memories of her participation in “The Changing Face of Justice: A View from the Bench,” presented in 2007 by the North Carolina Bar Association and its Women in the Profession Committee, and reported
- [NCBA, UNC-TV Produce Appellate Candidate Forums](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-unc-tv-produce-appellate-candidate-forums/) - The North Carolina Bar Association, in partnership with UNC-TV, is pleased to announce the production of appellate judicial candidate forums for the 2020 election. All candidates for seats on the Supreme Court of North Carolina and the N.C. Court of Appeals are participating in the forums. Kelly McCullen, UNC-TV Director of Public Affairs, conducted the
- [Mock Trial Event Draws 750 Students](https://www.ncbar.org/news/mock-trial-event-draws-750-students/) - Regional competition in the 7th Annual Justice Iredell Middle School Mock Trial Tournament was conducted Nov. 17 at 12 locations across the state.
- [Military/Vet Lawyers Honor Warner](https://www.ncbar.org/news/military-vet-lawyers-honor-warner/) - The Military and Veterans Law Section presented its new award to Kirk Warner and named the award in his honor.
- [Mock Trial Finals Saturday](https://www.ncbar.org/news/mock-trial-finals-saturday/) - The finals of the 7th Annual Justice Iredell Middle School Mock Trial Tournament will take place Saturday.
- [Ridge Road Claims State Championship](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ridge-road-claims-state-championship/) - Ridge Road Middle School of Charlotte is the winner of the 7th Annual Justice Iredell Middle School Mock Trial Tournament.
- [New POA Statute Takes Effect Jan. 1](https://www.ncbar.org/news/new-poa-statute-takes-effect-jan-1/) - Chapter 32C of the North Carolina General Statutes is the new North Carolina Uniform Power of Attorney Act effective January 1, 2018.
- [Legal Legends of Color Awards](https://www.ncbar.org/news/legal-legends-of-color-awards/) - Nominations are open for the Minorities in the Profession Committee's third annual Legal Legends of Color Awards.
- [Bynum M. Hunter: 1925-2018](https://www.ncbar.org/news/bynum-m-hunter-1925-2018/) - Bynum M. Hunter, attorney, friend and benefactor, dies in his native Greensboro following a lengthy illness.
- [NCBF Receives Largest Gift](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncbf-receives-largest-gift/) - The North Carolina Bar Foundation announced its largest gift ever on Jan. 24 at the Raleigh office of Legal Aid of North Carolina.
- [Leonard Receiving McKnight Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/leonard-receiving-mcknight-award/) - Dean Rich Leonard of Campbell Law School has been selected to receive the H. Brent McKnight Renaissance Lawyer Award at the 2018 NCBA Annual Meeting.
- [Gilchrist/Smith Awards Presented](https://www.ncbar.org/news/gilchrist-smith-awards-presented/) - The Criminal Justice Section presented its annual Peter S. Gilchrist III & Wade M. Smith Awards on Feb. 1 to Clark Everett and Michael Grace, respectively.
- [4ALL: Talk to Lawyers In Real Time, For Free](https://www.ncbar.org/news/4all-talk-to-lawyers-in-real-time-for-free/) - The North Carolina Bar Foundation’s 4ALL Statewide Service Day, scheduled for March 2, gives North Carolinians the opportunity to ask law-related questions of attorney volunteers at no cost.
- [Janet Ward Black Receives Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/janet-ward-black-receives-award/) - Janet Ward Black was honored on Feb. 7 as the 10th recipient of the Litigation Section's Advocate’s Award.
- [NCBA Mourns Loss of Allan Head](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-mourns-loss-of-allan-head/) - Allan Head, who devoted 43 years of service to the NCBA, including 35 years as its executive director, died on Friday, Feb. 16, at the age of 73.
- [NCBA Presents Press Awards](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-presents-press-awards/) - The NCBA’s annual Media and the Law Awards were presented Feb. 22 at the North Carolina Press Association Winter Institute in Raleigh.
- [Peace Award Given Posthumously](https://www.ncbar.org/news/peace-award-given-posthumously/) - Barbara Ann Davis of Asheville was honored posthumously as the 2018 recipient of the Dispute Resolution Section’s Peace Award.
- [Hudson Receives McNeill Smith Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/hudson-receives-mcneill-smith-award/) - Justice Robin Hudson of the N.C. Supreme Court was honored April 6 as the 2018 recipient of the John McNeill Smith Jr. Constitutional Rights and Responsibilities Section Award.
- [McCormick Receives Barrett Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/mccormick-receives-barrett-award/) - The Government & Public Sector Section presented the Grainger Barrett Award for Excellence to longtime Raleigh City Attorney Thomas A. McCormick Jr.
- [Administrative Law Honors Nichols](https://www.ncbar.org/news/administrative-law-honors-nichols/) - Jack Nichols is the second recipient of the NCBA’s Administrative Law Award.
- [Fisher Law Wins AG's Cup](https://www.ncbar.org/news/fisher-law-wins-ags-cup/) - The champions of the 2018 Legal Feeding Frenzy were recognized on Wednesday, April 25, at the N.C. Bar Center in Cary.
- [2018 Citizen Lawyer Award Winner Don Vaughan](https://www.ncbar.org/news/2018-citizen-lawyer-award-winner-don-vaughan/) - Don Vaughan has dedicated practically his entire legal career to exemplifying the characteristics of the Citizen Lawyer.
- [2018 Citizen Lawyer Award Winner Robert Norris](https://www.ncbar.org/news/2018-citizen-lawyer-award-winner-robert-norris/) - The North Carolina Bar Association is pleased to honor Robert Norris as a 2018 recipient of the Citizen Lawyer Award.
- [2018 Citizen Lawyer Award Winner Nick Long](https://www.ncbar.org/news/2018-citizen-lawyer-award-winner-nick-long/) - The North Carolina Bar Association is pleased to honor Nick Long as a 2018 recipient of the Citizen Lawyer Award.
- [2018 Citizen Lawyer Award Winner TJ Solomon](https://www.ncbar.org/news/2018-citizen-lawyer-award-winner-tj-solomon/) - The North Carolina Bar Association is pleased to honor TJ Solomon as a 2018 recipient of the Citizen Lawyer Award.
- [2018 Citizen Lawyer Award Winner Carlton Williamson](https://www.ncbar.org/news/2018-citizen-lawyer-award-winner-carlton-williamson/) - The North Carolina Bar Association has recognized Carlton F. Williamson with its Citizen Lawyer Award.
- [2018 Citizen Lawyer Award Winner Linda Reid Oldham](https://www.ncbar.org/news/2018-citizen-lawyer-award-winner-linda-reid-oldham/) - The North Carolina Bar Association is pleased to honor Linda Reid Oldham as a 2018 recipient of the Citizen Lawyer Award.
- [2018 Citizen Lawyer Award Winner Sylvia Novinsky](https://www.ncbar.org/news/2018-citizen-lawyer-award-winner-sylvia-novinsky/) - The North Carolina Bar Association has recognized Sylvia Novinsky with its Citizen Lawyer Award.
- [2018 Citizen Lawyer Award Winner Donald Prentiss](https://www.ncbar.org/news/2018-citizen-lawyer-award-winner-donald-prentiss/) - The North Carolina Bar Association is pleased to recognize Prentiss with the 2018 Citizen Lawyer Award.
- [2018 Citizen Lawyer Award Winner Dustin Greene](https://www.ncbar.org/news/2018-citizen-lawyer-award-winner-dustin-greene/) - Dustin Greene is the recipient of the North Carolina Bar Association’s Citizen Lawyer Award.
- [Distinguished Paralegal Award Presented](https://www.ncbar.org/news/distinguished-paralegal-award-presented/) - Sarah L. White of Raleigh received the 2018 Distinguished Paralegal Award on Friday at the Paralegal Division Annual Meeting in Pinehurst.
- [MIP Diversity & Inclusion Symposium](https://www.ncbar.org/news/mip-diversity-inclusion-symposium/) - The NCBA Minorities in the Profession Committee will present its first Diversity & Inclusion Symposium on Friday, May 18, in downtown Raleigh.
- [Judge Gale Joins Haiti Effort](https://www.ncbar.org/news/judge-gale-joins-haiti-effort/) - NCBA delegation featuring Chief Judge James L. “Jim” Gale of the N.C. Business Court will visit Haiti on May 15-18.
- [Cooper Receiving Medlin Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/cooper-receiving-medlin-award/) - Dr. Charles Cooper of Pittsboro has been selected as the third recipient of the North Carolina Bar Association’s John G. Medlin Jr. Award.
- [Jernigan Justice Fund Dedicated](https://www.ncbar.org/news/jernigan-justice-fund-dedicated/) - The John L. Jernigan Justice Fund of the NCBF Endowment was dedicated on Wednesday, May 30, at the N.C. Bar Center in Cary.
- [Annual/Major Gifts Director Appointed](https://www.ncbar.org/news/annual-major-gifts-director-appointed/) - North Carolina Bar Foundation appoints Louise Harris as director of annual and major gifts.
- [McIntyre Receives Lake Public Service Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/mcintyre-receives-lake-public-service-award/) - Former U.S. Rep. Mike McIntyre is the 2018 recipient of the NCBA’s Chief Justice I. Beverly Lake, Jr. Public Service Award.
- [2018 Leadership Academy Class Recognized](https://www.ncbar.org/news/2018-leadership-academy-class-recognized/) - The North Carolina Bar Association Leadership Academy’s Class of 2018 completed its leadership training program at the NCBA Annual Meeting.
- [Pro Bono Awards Presented](https://www.ncbar.org/news/pro-bono-awards-presented/) - The winners of the 2018 Pro Bono Awards were honored at the NCBA Annual Meeting in Wilmington.
- [General Practice Hall of Fame Inducts Three](https://www.ncbar.org/news/general-practice-hall-of-fame-inducts-three/) - The North Carolina Bar Association inducted three new members of the General Practice Hall of Fame at the 2018 Annual Meeting in Wilmington.
- [New Platt Walker Society Members Recognized](https://www.ncbar.org/news/new-platt-walker-society-members-recognized/) - The North Carolina Bar Foundation (NCBF) is pleased to announce the Platt D. Walker Society Class of 2018.
- [Young Lawyers Receive Honors](https://www.ncbar.org/news/young-lawyers-receive-honors/) - Three members of the NCBA Young Lawyers Division received awards at the 2018 NCBA Annual Meeting.
- [Legal Legends of Color Adds Four](https://www.ncbar.org/news/legal-legends-of-color-adds-four/) - The Minorities in the Profession Committee recognized its third class of Legal Legends of Color honorees at the NCBA Annual Meeting in Wilmington.
- [Parrish Named CLE Volunteer of the Year](https://www.ncbar.org/news/parrish-named-cle-volunteer-of-the-year/) - Christopher L. Parrish of Oak Ridge was honored as the North Carolina Bar Association’s CLE Volunteer of the Year.
- [Sarah White Named Distinguished Paralegal](https://www.ncbar.org/news/sarah-white-named-distinguished-paralegal/) - Sarah L. White of Ragsdale Liggett in Raleigh has been honored by the NCBA Paralegal Division as the 2018 Distinguished Paralegal Award winner.
- [Dr. Charles Cooper Receives Medlin Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/dr-charles-cooper-receives-medlin-award/) - Dr. Charles Cooper of Pittsboro is the third recipient of the North Carolina Bar Association’s John G. Medlin Jr. Award.
- [Professionalism Award Presented Posthumously](https://www.ncbar.org/news/professionalism-award-presented-posthumously/) - Allan B. Head, longtime NCBA/NCBF executive director, has been honored posthumously as a recipient of the Chief Justice’s Professionalism Award.
- [LeAnn Nease Brown Is President-Elect](https://www.ncbar.org/news/leann-nease-brown-is-president-elect/) - LeAnn Nease Brown of Chapel Hill is the new president-elect of the North Carolina Bar Association.
- [Jackie Grant New NCBA President](https://www.ncbar.org/news/jackie-grant-new-ncba-president/) - Jacqueline D. Grant of Asheville has been installed as the 124th president of the North Carolina Bar Association.
- [Renaissance Woman: Kara Gansmann](https://www.ncbar.org/news/renaissance-woman-kara-gansmann/) - Kara Gansmann has a way with words, as her law partners at Cranfill Sumner & Hartzog and readers of the WilmingtonBiz Insights blog well know.
- [Estate Planning Honors Holding](https://www.ncbar.org/news/estate-planning-honors-holding/) - Graham D. Holding of Robinson, Bradshaw & Hinson in Charlotte is the first recipient of the Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Section’s Distinguished Service Award.
- [ABA Recognizes NCBA YLD](https://www.ncbar.org/news/aba-recognizes-ncba-yld/) - The Young Lawyers Division returned from the ABA Annual Meeting in Chicago with two ABA YLD Awards of Achievement.
- [Gresham Receives Harkavy Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/gresham-receives-harkavy-award/) - John Gresham of Charlotte was honored on Friday, Oct. 12, as the fifth recipient of the Johnathan R. Harkavy Award.
- [YLD Awards NCBF Scholarships](https://www.ncbar.org/news/yld-awards-ncbf-scholarships/) - Scholarships awarded to students from families of N.C. law enforcement officers who have died or been permanently disabled in the line of duty.
- [NCBF Dedicates Wade Smith Justice Fund](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncbf-dedicates-wade-smith-justice-fund/) - The North Carolina Bar Foundation dedicated the Wade M. Smith Justice Fund to Benefit Legal Aid of North Carolina on Oct. 9.
- [Bankruptcy Section Honors Pitt](https://www.ncbar.org/news/bankruptcy-section-honors-pitt/) - Walter W. “Wrennie” Pitt of Winston-Salem recently became the 8th recipient of the NCBA Bankruptcy Section’s Lifetime Achievement Award.
- [ABA President Visits Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/news/aba-president-visits-bar-center/) - ABA President Bob Carlson visited the N.C. Bar Center on Dec. 12 to discuss North Carolina Disaster Legal Services and the Hurricane Florence relief effort.
- [NCBA Honors Justice, Judges](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-honors-justice-judges/) - The NCBA honored former N.C. Supreme Court Justice Barbara Jackson and former Judges Ann Marie Calabria and Rick Elmore of the N.C. Court of Appeals.
- [Orr Receiving McKnight Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/orr-receiving-mcknight-award/) - Former Associate Justice Robert F. “Bob” Orr of the N.C. Supreme Court will receive the H. Brent McKnight Renaissance Lawyer Award at the 2019 NCBA Annual Meeting in Asheville.
- [Apply Now For Leadership Academy](https://www.ncbar.org/news/apply-now-for-leadership-academy-2/) - Applications are being accepted through Jan. 31 for the NCBA Leadership Academy Class of 2019.
- [Leadership Academy Class Selected](https://www.ncbar.org/news/leadership-academy-class-selected-2/) - The North Carolina Bar Association’s Leadership Academy Class of 2019 has been selected.
- [Criminal Justice Presents Awards](https://www.ncbar.org/news/criminal-justice-presents-awards/) - The North Carolina Bar Association Criminal Justice Section presented the 11th Annual Peter S. Gilchrist III & Wade M. Smith Awards on Jan. 31.
- [Heyl Receives Section Honor](https://www.ncbar.org/news/heyl-receives-section-honor/) - The Antitrust & Complex Business Disputes Law Section presented its Distinguished Service Award to Jon Heyl.
- [Fillette Receives Advocate's Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/fillette-receives-advocates-award/) - Ted Fillette was honored last week as the 11th recipient of The Advocate’s Award.
- [4ALL Scheduled Friday, March 1](https://www.ncbar.org/news/4all-scheduled-friday-march-1/) - The NCBF’s largest annual public service program, 4ALL Statewide Service Day, will take place on Friday, March 1.
- [Simpson Receives Barrett Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/simpson-receives-barrett-award/) - The Government & Public Sector Section presented the 2019 Grainger Barrett Award to Cary Town Attorney Christine B. Simpson.
- [Section Honors Mickey Michaux](https://www.ncbar.org/news/section-honors-mickey-michaux/) - Henry M. “Mickey” Michaux Jr. receives John McNeill Smith Jr. Constitutional Rights and Responsibilities Section Award.
- [Leadership Academy Up And Running](https://www.ncbar.org/news/leadership-academy-up-and-running/) - The NCBA’s Leadership Academy Class of 2019 convened for its first weekend of training and activities on March 1-2.
- [Media Law Awards Presented](https://www.ncbar.org/news/media-law-awards-presented/) - The NCBA Media and the Law Awards were presented on March 21 at the annual meeting of the North Carolina Press Association.
- [NCBA Presents Legislative Day](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-presents-legislative-day/) - The Office of Governmental Affairs hosted the NCBA's biannual Legislative Day on Tuesday, March 26, in downtown Raleigh.
- [Brown Receives Peace Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/brown-receives-peace-award/) - LeAnn Nease Brown was honored on Friday, March 22, as the 2019 recipient of the Dispute Resolution Section’s Peace Award.
- [Section Honors Nick Fountain](https://www.ncbar.org/news/section-honors-nick-fountain/) - John N. (Nick) Fountain of Young Moore and Henderson in Raleigh is the third recipient of the Administrative Law Award for Excellence.
- [IP Presents Pro Bono Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ip-presents-pro-bono-award/) - William G. Pagán is the 2019 recipient of the NCBA Intellectual Property Law Section’s Outstanding Achievement Pro Bono Award.
- [ZPLU Section Honors Four](https://www.ncbar.org/news/zplu-section-honors-four/) - Thomas E. Terrell Jr., David W. Owens, Robin Tatum Currin and LeAnn Nease Brown received the Zoning, Planning & Land Use Section Award of Excellence.
- [Zogry Receives Section Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/zogry-receives-section-award/) - The Juvenile Justice & Children’s Rights Section presented the Children’s Champion Award to Eric Zogry of Raleigh.
- [All Set For Annual Meeting!](https://www.ncbar.org/news/all-set-for-annual-meeting/) - The NCBA will hold its 2019 Annual Meeting in Asheville at Biltmore on Thursday through Sunday, June 20-23.
- [Annual Meeting Roundup, Photos](https://www.ncbar.org/news/annual-meeting-roundup-photos/) - The North Carolina Bar Association held its 2019 Annual Meeting in Asheville at Biltmore on Thursday through Sunday, June 20-23.
- [Holt Elected NCBA President-Elect](https://www.ncbar.org/news/holt-elected-ncba-president-elect/) - C. Mark Holt of Raleigh is the new president-elect of the North Carolina Bar Association.
- [LeAnn Nease Brown New NCBA President](https://www.ncbar.org/news/leann-nease-brown-new-ncba-president/) - LeAnn Nease Brown of Chapel Hill was installed as president of the NCBA on June 22 at Biltmore in Asheville.
- [Narron Receives Section Honor](https://www.ncbar.org/news/narron-receives-section-honor/) - James W. Narron of Smithfield has been honored by the Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Section.
- [1Ls Complete MIP Internships](https://www.ncbar.org/news/1ls-complete-mip-internships/) - Twelve members of the NCBA Law Student Division participated in the 1L Summer Associate Program of the Minorities in the Profession Committee.
- [SLD Gathers In High Point](https://www.ncbar.org/news/sld-gathers-in-high-point/) - The NCBA Senior Lawyers Division gathered in High Point in late September for the SLD Fall Meeting.
- [Public Service Academy Starts](https://www.ncbar.org/news/public-service-academy-starts/) - The NCBA is presenting the second NCBA Public Service Academy in association with The Institute for the Public Trust.
- [Buchan, Wester Receive Awards](https://www.ncbar.org/news/buchan-wester-receive-awards/) - Mecklenburg Bar and State Bar honor NCBA members Jon Buchan and John Wester.
- [Apply Now For Leadership Academy](https://www.ncbar.org/news/apply-now-for-leadership-academy/) - Applications are being accepted through Jan. 17, 2020, for the NCBA Leadership Academy Class of 2020.
- [YLD Presents “Pathway to the Judiciary”](https://www.ncbar.org/news/yld-presents-pathway-to-the-judiciary/) - The YLD Civic Engagement Committee hosted a “Pathway to the Judiciary” panel presentation on Dec. 11.
- [Constitution Section Honors Williams](https://www.ncbar.org/news/constitution-section-honors-williams/) - James E. Williams Jr. of Durham received the John McNeill Smith Jr. Constitutional Rights and Responsibilities Section Award.
- [Supreme Court Documentary, Exhibit Unveiled](https://www.ncbar.org/news/supreme-court-documentary-exhibit-unveiled/) - The N.C. Supreme Court Historical Society presented the premiere of the documentary “North Carolina Supreme Court at 200.”
- [VPs Elected, BOG Nominees Announced](https://www.ncbar.org/news/vps-elected-bog-nominees-announced/) - New NCBA vice presidents have been elected and board nominees have been announced for 2020-21.
- [Distinguished Roster Helped NCBA Commemorate Brown v. Board](https://www.ncbar.org/news/distinguished-roster-helped-ncba-commemorate-brown-v-board/) - The North Carolina Bar Association’s commemoration of the 50th anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education in 2004 was a tremendous success.
- [Minority Pre-Law Event Held](https://www.ncbar.org/news/minority-pre-law-event-held/) - The 4th Annual Minorities in the Profession Pre-Law Conference was held on March 17 at Campbell Law School.
- [Honor For Bill Davis](https://www.ncbar.org/news/honor-for-bill-davis/) - Family, friends and firm members gathered at the N.C. Bar Center on Wednesday, June 11, to dedicate the William K. Davis Justice Fund in honor of Bill Davis, past president of the N.C. State Bar.
- [Five Amazing Women Who Shattered The Glass Ceiling](https://www.ncbar.org/news/five-amazing-women-who-shattered-the-glass-ceiling/) - There’s never a bad time to celebrate the accomplishments of NCBA members.
- [Shelby Benton Is New President-Elect](https://www.ncbar.org/news/shelby-benton-is-new-president-elect/) - Shelby Duffy Benton of Goldsboro is the new president-elect of the North Carolina Bar Association.
- [Burley Mitchell Receives Liberty Bell Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/burley-mitchell-receives-liberty-bell-award/) - Former Chief Justice Burley Mitchell is the 2011 recipient of the North Carolina Bar Association's Liberty Bell Award, presented annually by the YLD at Law Day.
- [Liberty Fund Honors J. Douglas Moretz](https://www.ncbar.org/news/liberty-fund-honors-j-douglas-moretz/) - The J. Douglas Moretz Liberty Fund was dedicated in memory of the longtime Lee County attorney recently at the N.C. Bar Center.
- [NCBA Members Representing Eugenics Victims](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-members-representing-eugenics-victims/) - NCBA member attorneys have agreed to provide pro bono legal representation to victims of North Carolina’s Eugenics program.
- [Four New Justice Funds Dedicated](https://www.ncbar.org/news/four-new-justice-funds-dedicated/) - The NCBA Foundation dedicated four new Justice Funds honoring John W. Mason, the late Christy Eve Reid, the late William P. Skinner Jr. and C. Sydnor Thompson Jr.
- [Platt Walker Society Membership Continues To Grow](https://www.ncbar.org/news/platt-walker-society-membership-continues-to-grow/) - Membership in the Platt D. Walker Society continues to grow as North Carolina Bar Association members invest in the future of the NCBA Foundation.
- [State Bar Honors Allan Head](https://www.ncbar.org/news/state-bar-honors-allan-head/) - NCBA Executive Director Allan Head received the State Bar’s John B. McMillan Distinguished Service Award Jan. 21 at the annual dinner held in conjunction with their winter meeting.
- [NCBA Adopts Legislative Agenda; Two Items Pending](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-adopts-legislative-agenda-two-items-pending/) - The legislative agenda for the 2015 session of the General Assembly has been adopted by the NCBA Board of Governors, with the exception of two proposals that are pending.
- [Leadership Academy Class Selected for 2015](https://www.ncbar.org/news/leadership-academy-class-selected-for-2015/) - Sixteen outstanding young lawyers have been selected for the North Carolina Bar Association Leadership Academy’s Class of 2015.
- [Intellectual Property Law Section Presents Awards](https://www.ncbar.org/news/intellectual-property-law-section-presents-awards/) - The Intellectual Property Law Section of the presented its 2014-15 IPL Section Pro Bono Awards to Sarah Nagae and Pamela Chestek.
- [Judge Duncan Leading Federal Judges Association](https://www.ncbar.org/news/judge-duncan-leading-federal-judges-association/) - Circuit Judge Allyson K. Duncan, a past-president of the NCBA, is the new president of the Federal Judges Association.
- [Broome Receives Education Law Section Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/broome-receives-education-law-section-award/) - NCBA Education Law Section presents its Ann L. Majestic Distinguished Service Award to David E. Broome Jr.
- [NCBA Commemorates Law Day 2015](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-commemorates-law-day-2015/) - Students from across the state gathered in Raleigh on Friday, May 1, as the North Carolina Bar Association observed Law Day 2015.
- [Wade Smith Receives Judge John J. Parker Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/wade-smith-receives-judge-john-j-parker-award/) - Wade M. Smith of Raleigh is the 37th recipient of the Judge John J. Parker Award.
- [Kearns Davis Is New NCBA President-Elect](https://www.ncbar.org/news/kearns-davis-is-new-ncba-president-elect/) - Kearns Davis was elected president-elect of the North Carolina Bar Association today in Asheville, where the NCBA is conducting its 2015 Annual Meeting.
- [YLD Names Officers, Presents Awards](https://www.ncbar.org/news/yld-names-officers-presents-awards/) - The Young Lawyers Division of the North Carolina Bar Association elected new officers and presented its annual awards during the 2015 NCBA Annual Meeting in Asheville.
- [Endowment Giving Surpasses $5 Million](https://www.ncbar.org/news/endowment-giving-surpasses-5-million/) - The NCBA Foundation Endowment has now awarded more than $5 million for 640 grants across North Carolina since 1988.
- [Parker Award A High Point Of Life’s Journey For Wade Smith](https://www.ncbar.org/news/parker-award-a-high-point-of-lifes-journey-for-wade-smith/) - Wade Smith became the 37th recipient of the Judge John J. Parker Award at the 2015 Annual Meeting of the North Carolina Bar Association in Asheville.
- [David Robinson: A Tokyo-To-N.C. Connector](https://www.ncbar.org/news/david-robinson-a-tokyo-to-n-c-connector/) - Nexsen Pruet lawyer David Robinson is uniquely qualified to serve for the next five years as the Honorary Consul for Japan in North Carolina.
- [Association, Foundation Earn National Awards](https://www.ncbar.org/news/association-foundation-earn-national-awards/) - Two national affiliates of the ABA presented awards last week at their annual meetings to the North Carolina Bar Association and the NCBA Foundation.
- [Bar Center Hosts First CLE Summit](https://www.ncbar.org/news/bar-center-hosts-first-cle-summit/) - The first Continuing Legal Education Summit was held on Wednesday, Aug. 12, at the N.C. Bar Center.
- [Senior Lawyers Division Fall Meeting Sept. 24-26](https://www.ncbar.org/news/senior-lawyers-division-fall-meeting-sept-24-26/) - The “new” Senior Lawyers Division and the Young Lawyers Division are getting together this fall in hopes of starting a new North Carolina Bar Association tradition.
- [Entire Elon Law School Class Visits Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/news/entire-elon-law-school-class-visits-bar-center/) - Elon University School of Law brought its entire entering class to the N.C. Bar Center for an orientation event.
- [Larry B. Sitton Justice Fund Dedicated](https://www.ncbar.org/news/larry-b-sitton-justice-fund-dedicated/) - The Larry B. Sitton Justice Fund was dedicated Tuesday, Sept. 29, at the N.C. Bar Center.
- [NCBA Website Earns National Honor](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-website-earns-national-honor/) - The NCBA website received a 2015 Luminary Award for Excellence in Websites from the Communications Section of the National Association of Bar Executives.
- [UNC-Wake Forest Tailgate Event Successful](https://www.ncbar.org/news/unc-wake-forest-tailgate-event-successful/) - More than 300 NCBA members and their family members and friends attended the UNC-Wake Forest tailgate event in Chapel Hill.
- [Tennis Lessons: WFU Prof’s Life A Study In Sportsmanship, Tenacity And The Law](https://www.ncbar.org/news/tennis-lessons-wfu-profs-life-a-study-in-sportsmanship-tenacity-and-the-law/) - Professor Muriel Beth Hopkins of Wake Forest University currently serves as chair of the Constitution and Rules Committee of the United States Tennis Association.
- [Commission Seeks Input From NCBA Members](https://www.ncbar.org/news/commission-seeks-input-from-ncba-members/) - The new N.C. Commission on the Administration of Law and Justice is seeking input from NCBA members as it assesses the current and future needs of the N.C. court system.
- [Wall Named CLE Volunteer of the Year](https://www.ncbar.org/news/wall-named-cle-volunteer-of-the-year/) - Robert H. Wall of Winston-Salem has been named CLE Volunteer of the Year by the NCBA Foundation’s Continuing Legal Education Committee.
- [Mock Trial State Finalists Named](https://www.ncbar.org/news/mock-trial-state-finalists-named/) - Eight regional champions and two wildcard representatives will compete in the state finals on Saturday, Jan. 9, at the Durham County Courthouse.
- [Callaway Named Bankruptcy Judge](https://www.ncbar.org/news/callaway-named-bankruptcy-judge/) - Joseph N. Callaway is the new United States Bankruptcy Judge for the Eastern District of North Carolina.
- [Cannon Liberty Fund Dedicated](https://www.ncbar.org/news/cannon-liberty-fund-dedicated/) - The North Carolina Bar Association Foundation dedicated a new Liberty Fund honoring the late Thomas R. Cannon on Friday, Jan. 15.
- [Executive Director Search Opens](https://www.ncbar.org/news/executive-director-search-opens/) - The NCBA is soliciting applications for the position of Executive Director to succeed Allan Head who is retiring at the end of 2016.
- [Gilchrist/Smith Awards Presented](https://www.ncbar.org/news/gilchrist-smith-awards-presented-2/) - Prosecutor Barton Menser and defense attorney Thomas C. Manning received the Criminal Justice Section’s annual Peter S. Gilchrist III & Wade M. Smith awards.
- [4ALL Phones Ring On March 4](https://www.ncbar.org/news/4all-phones-ring-on-march-4/) - Talk to a North Carolina lawyers for free on Friday, March 4, during the NCBA’s ninth annual 4ALL Statewide Service Day.
- [N.C. Legal Feeding Frenzy Underway](https://www.ncbar.org/news/n-c-legal-feeding-frenzy-underway/) - The 2016 North Carolina Legal Feeding Frenzy is underway and will continue through March 31.
- [Record-Setting Service Day](https://www.ncbar.org/news/record-setting-service-day/) - The NCBA’s ninth annual 4ALL Statewide Service Day was one for the record books.
- [Minority Pre-Law Conference Huge Success](https://www.ncbar.org/news/minority-pre-law-conference-huge-success/) - The NCBA’s Minorities in the Profession Committee held its 2nd Annual Minority Pre-Law Conference on March 19 at NCCU School of Law.
- [Keever Receiving Liberty Bell](https://www.ncbar.org/news/keever-receiving-liberty-bell/) - Retired Chief District Court Judge Beth Keever (12th District) has been selected to receive the 2016 Liberty Bell Award.
- [Lindsay Warren: 1924-2016](https://www.ncbar.org/news/lindsay-warren-1924-2016/) - Lindsay C. Warren Jr. of Goldsboro died Monday, April 11, at the age of 91. He served as president of the North Carolina Bar Association in 1969-70.
- [Feeding Frenzy Champs Declared](https://www.ncbar.org/news/feeding-frenzy-champs-declared/) - The results of the 2016 North Carolina Legal Feeding Frenzy, conducted by the Young Lawyers Division in conjunction with N.C. Feeding America Food Banks, are in.
- [Litigation Section Honors Bill Womble Jr.](https://www.ncbar.org/news/litigation-section-honors-bill-womble-jr/) - Bill Womble Jr. of Winston-Salem was honored April 22 as the ninth recipient of the Litigation Section’s Advocate’s Award.
- [President's Message Regarding HB 436](https://www.ncbar.org/news/presidents-message-regarding-hb-436/) - President Shelby Benton's message to the membership regarding the NCBA's support of House Bill 436.
- [Health Law Honors Burgess](https://www.ncbar.org/news/health-law-honors-burgess/) - The Health Law Section recognized Kenneth L. Burgess of Raleigh as the 11th recipient of its Distinguished Service Award.
- [Paralegals Honor Wanda Nicholson](https://www.ncbar.org/news/paralegals-honor-wanda-nicholson/) - Wanda Pitts Nicholson is the 2016 recipient of the Distinguished Paralegal Award, presented annually by the NCBA's Paralegal Division.
- [NCBA Observes Law Day](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-observes-law-day/) - Students from across the state gathered in Raleigh on Friday, May 6, as the North Carolina Bar Association observed Law Day 2016.
- [Upcoming LRS Fee Structure Changes](https://www.ncbar.org/news/upcoming-lrs-fee-structure-changes/) - The Lawyer Referral Service will undergo two big programmatic changes this summer.
- [Bluestein Receives Barrett Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/bluestein-receives-barrett-award/) - The Government & Public Sector Section recently honored Frayda Bluestein of the UNC School of Government.
- [Hall of Fame Inducts Four](https://www.ncbar.org/news/hall-of-fame-inducts-four/) - Four new members of the General Practice Hall of Fame were inducted at the 118th Annual Meeting in Charlotte.
- [Becton Receives Lake Public Service Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/becton-receives-lake-public-service-award/) - Charles L. Becton of Durham received the Lake Family Public Service Award at the 118th Annual Meeting of the North Carolina Bar Association in Charlotte.
- [Whichard Receives McKnight Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/whichard-receives-mcknight-award/) - Willis P. Whichard of Chapel Hill is the 2016 recipient of the North Carolina Bar Association’s H. Brent McKnight Renaissance Lawyer Award.
- [YLD Elects Officers, Presents Awards](https://www.ncbar.org/news/yld-elects-officers-presents-awards/) - The Young Lawyers Division elected new officers and presented awards during the 2016 NCBA Annual Meeting in Asheville.
- [Tom Ross Receives Parker Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/tom-ross-receives-parker-award/) - Thomas W. Ross became the 38th recipient of the Judge John J. Parker Award during the 2016 NCBA Annual Meeting in Charlotte.
- [McNeill Elected President-Elect](https://www.ncbar.org/news/mcneill-elected-president-elect/) - Caryn Coppedge McNeill of Raleigh is the new president-elect of the North Carolina Bar Association.
- [NCBA Installs Kearns Davis](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-installs-kearns-davis/) - Kearns Davis of Greensboro was sworn in Saturday as president of the North Carolina Bar Association at the NCBA Annual Meeting in Charlotte.
- [Students Receive YLD Scholarships](https://www.ncbar.org/news/students-receive-yld-scholarships/) - Scholarships totaling $21,500 have been awarded to eight students from families of N.C. law enforcement officers who have died or been permanently disabled in the line of duty.
- [NCBA Names Executive Director](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-names-executive-director/) - Jason Hensley of Morganton has been chosen to serve as the next executive director of the North Carolina Bar Association.
- [Adelante! │Moving Forward Recognized](https://www.ncbar.org/news/adelante-│moving-forward-recognized/) - Adelante! │Moving Forward, a student skills building event presented annually by the Minorities in the Profession Committee, was recognized last week with an ABA Partnership Award.
- [Duncan Justice Fund Dedicated](https://www.ncbar.org/news/duncan-justice-fund-dedicated/) - The Alan W. Duncan Justice Fund of the North Carolina Bar Association Foundation was dedicated Aug. 26 at the N.C. Bar Center.
- [Bar Center Auditorium Upgraded](https://www.ncbar.org/news/bar-center-auditorium-upgraded/) - Sound and lighting upgrades to the Dorsett Auditorium at the N.C. Bar Center are up and running, and CLE programming has never looked or sounded better.
- [William F. Womble: 1916-2016](https://www.ncbar.org/news/william-f-womble-1916-2016/) - William "Bill" Fletcher Womble of Winston-Salem died Sept. 16 at the age of 99. He served as president of the North Carolina Bar Association in 1966-67.
- [It's Official! MIP Accepts Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/its-official-mip-accepts-award/) - The NCBA Minorities in the Profession Committee received its 2016 ABA Partnership Award on Sept. 16 at the N.C. Bar Center.
- [Hurricane Alters Haiti Itinerary](https://www.ncbar.org/news/hurricane-alters-haiti-itinerary/) - Investment conference rescheduled prior to delegation's departure with the exception of President Kearns Davis, who attended court events Monday and waits out Hurricane Matthew.
- [North Carolina Lawyer Magazine Recognized](https://www.ncbar.org/news/north-carolina-lawyer-magazine-recognized/) - NCBA receives Luminary Award for Excellence in Regular Publications for North Carolina Lawyer magazine from the NABE Communications Section.
- [NCBA Advocates For LSC Funding](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-advocates-for-lsc-funding/) - NCBA leadership will meet next week with the N.C. congressional delegation in conjunction with ABA Day in Washington to advocate on issues important to lawyers and the legal system.
- [Statement Addresses Charlotte School of Law](https://www.ncbar.org/news/statement-addresses-charlotte-school-of-law/) - Kearns Davis, president of the North Carolina Bar Association, has issued a statement regarding the Charlotte School of Law.
- [Statement Addresses Campaign Advertising](https://www.ncbar.org/news/statement-addresses-campaign-advertising/) - NCBA President Kearns Davis issues statement concerning advertising associated with the 2016 general election.
- [Allan Head Receives 2016 Pete Moffitt Courage Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/allan-head-receives-2016-pete-moffitt-courage-award/) - Allan Head, former Wake Forest hurdler, was honored on Saturday, Oct. 29, with the Pete Moffitt Courage Award.
- [Allan Head Portrait Presented](https://www.ncbar.org/news/allan-head-portrait-presented/) - The N.C. Bar Center was filled to capacity for the presentation of the portrait of Allan B. Head, who is retiring at the end of the year.
- [Mock Trial Finals Held Dec. 10](https://www.ncbar.org/news/mock-trial-finals-held-dec-10/) - The state finals of the NCBA’s Justice Iredell Middle School Mock Trial competition were held on Saturday, Dec. 10, at the Durham County Courthouse.
- [Gov/Public Sector Honors Whitney](https://www.ncbar.org/news/gov-public-sector-honors-whitney/) - The NCBA Government & Public Sector Section presented the Grainger Barrett Award for Excellence to Judge Frank Whitney.
- [NC Bar Center Hosts ¡Adelante!](https://www.ncbar.org/news/nc-bar-center-hosts-adelante/) - The Minorities in the Profession Committee presented the eighth annual ¡Adelante! | Moving Forward student skills building event, Surviving and Thriving, Jan. 21, at the N.C. Bar Center.
- [NCBA Honors Edmunds, Stephens](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-honors-edmunds-stephens/) - The NCBA Board of Governors honored former N.C. Supreme Court Justice Robert Edmunds and former Judge Linda Stephens of the N.C. Court of Appeals.
- [Criminal Justice Awards Presented](https://www.ncbar.org/news/criminal-justice-awards-presented/) - The Criminal Justice Section presented its Peter S. Gilchrist III & Wade M. Smith awards to prosecutor Howard Cummings and defense attorney Sean Devereux, respectively.
- [NC Courts Celebration Finds A Champion in Judge Robert Rader](https://www.ncbar.org/news/nc-courts-celebration-finds-a-champion-in-judge-robert-rader/) - Judge Robert Rader has gone the extra mile to commemorate the 50-year anniversary of North Carolina's District Court system. Reprinted from February 2017 edition of North Carolina Lawyer.
- [Brinkley Receiving McKnight Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/brinkley-receiving-mcknight-award/) - Dean Martin Brinkley of the UNC School of Law has been selected to receive the H. Brent McKnight Renaissance Lawyer Award at the 2017 NCBA Annual Meeting.
- [Linda Johnson Earns CLE Honor](https://www.ncbar.org/news/linda-johnson-earns-cle-honor/) - Linda Funke Johnson of Fuquay-Varina has been named CLE Volunteer of the Year by the NCBA Foundation’s CLE Committee.
- [Leadership Academy Class Selected](https://www.ncbar.org/news/leadership-academy-class-selected-4/) - Sixteen outstanding young lawyers have been selected for the NCBA's Leadership Academy’s Class of 2017.
- [Antitrust Section Honors Sawchak](https://www.ncbar.org/news/antitrust-section-honors-sawchak/) - The Antitrust & Complex Business Disputes Law Section presented its Distinguished Service Award to Matt Sawchak of Ellis & Winters in Raleigh on Feb. 17.
- [Attorneys Help Hurricane Victims](https://www.ncbar.org/news/attorneys-help-hurricane-victims/) - North Carolina attorneys provided free legal assistance to 300 victims of Hurricane Matthew.
- [Reporters, Member Earn Awards](https://www.ncbar.org/news/reporters-member-earn-awards/) - NCBA Media and the Law Awards presented to Michael Gordon of the Charlotte Observer and Holly Kays of the Smoky Mountain News; Amanda Martin receives William Lassiter First Amendment Award.
- [Minority Pre-Law Event Held](https://www.ncbar.org/news/minority-pre-law-event-held-2/) - More than 50 high school and college students attended the Minorities in the Profession Committee’s third annual Pre-Law Conference
- [Health Law Section Honors Montgomery](https://www.ncbar.org/news/health-law-section-honors-montgomery/) - The Health Law Section recently recognized Renee J. Montgomery of Raleigh as the 12th recipient of its Distinguished Service Award.
- [Intellectual Property Honors Cannon](https://www.ncbar.org/news/intellectual-property-honors-cannon/) - The Intellectual Property Law Section recently presented the 2016-17 Outstanding Achievement Pro Bono Award to William B. Cannon of Raleigh.
- [Law Day 2017 Commemorated](https://www.ncbar.org/news/law-day-2017-commemorated/) - Students from across the state gathered in Raleigh on Friday, May 5, as the North Carolina Bar Association observed Law Day 2017.
- [NCBA Team Heads To Haiti](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-team-heads-to-haiti/) - A dozen members will be in Haiti next week in an effort to help bolster the economy and business climate of the Western Hemisphere’s poorest nation.
- [Executive Director Cherishes Caldwell County 'Homecoming'](https://www.ncbar.org/news/executive-director-cherishes-caldwell-county-homecoming/) - Communities in Schools of Caldwell County returned to its original home last week and former board member Jason Hensley, now NCBA executive director, had the honor of cutting the ribbon.
- [Haiti Day One: 'Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity'](https://www.ncbar.org/news/haiti-day-one-once-in-a-lifetime-opportunity/) - The 12-member NCBA delegation has arrived in Haiti and is participating in day one of a three-day economic investment conference.
- [Haiti Conference Going Well, NCBA Delegates Report](https://www.ncbar.org/news/haiti-conference-going-well-ncba-delegates-report/) - A 12-member delegation from the NCBA has reached the midway point of its three-day economic investment conference in Haiti.
- [2017 Citizen Lawyer Award Winners](https://www.ncbar.org/news/2017-citizen-lawyer-award-winners/) - The Local Bar Outreach Committee of the North Carolina Bar Association is awarding the NCBA Citizen Lawyer Award for 2017 to the recipients listed below.
- [A.P. Carlton Jr.: Reflections of an ABA President](https://www.ncbar.org/news/a-p-carlton-jr-reflections-of-an-aba-president/) - A.P. Carlton Jr. reflects on his term as president of the ABA in an interview for North Carolina Lawyer magazine in 2003.
- [A Worthy Cause](https://www.ncbar.org/news/a-worthy-cause/) - The North Carolina Commission on the Administration of Law and Justice presented its Final Report and Recommendations on March 15.
- [Annual Meeting Honorees, Speakers, Events](https://www.ncbar.org/news/annual-meeting-honorees-speakers-events/) - The NCBA Annual Meeting will take place June 22-25 at The Omni Grove Park Inn in Asheville. Honorees, speakers and events fill this comprehensive preview.
- [Chief Justice Addressing NCBA Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/news/chief-justice-addressing-ncba-annual-meeting/) - First public address since accepting Final Report and Recommendations of the North Carolina Commission on the Administration of Law and Justice.
- [General Practice Hall of Fame Inducts Four](https://www.ncbar.org/news/general-practice-hall-of-fame-inducts-four/) - Four new members of the General Practice Hall of Fame were inducted at the 119th NCBA Annual Meeting in Asheville.
- [NCBF Awards Endowment Grants](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncbf-awards-endowment-grants/) - The North Carolina Bar Foundation will award 22 grants totaling $151,522 in the July-December 2017 grant cycle.
- [Duke Law Celebrates "Legacy of Leadership"](https://www.ncbar.org/news/duke-law-celebrates-legacy-of-leadership/) - In conjunction with the recent installation of Caryn McNeill as president of the NCBA, Duke University School of Law paid homage to 13 of her predecessors who also earned their law degrees at Duke.
- [Three Legal Legends of Color Honored](https://www.ncbar.org/news/three-legal-legends-of-color-honored/) - The NCBA recognized three Legal Legends of Color on Friday, June 23, at the 2017 Annual Meeting in Asheville.
- [NCBA Presents Pro Bono Awards](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-presents-pro-bono-awards/) - The winners of the 2017 Pro Bono Awards were recognized on Friday, June 23, at the NCBA Annual Meeting in Asheville.
- [Brinkley Receives Renaissance Lawyer Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/brinkley-receives-renaissance-lawyer-award/) - Martin H. Brinkley of Raleigh, dean of the UNC School of Law, is the 2017 recipient of the NCBA’s H. Brent McKnight Renaissance Lawyer Award.
- [Outstanding Citizen Lawyers Recognized](https://www.ncbar.org/news/outstanding-citizen-lawyers-recognized/) - The Local Bar Outreach Committee recognized the 10th class of Citizen Lawyer Award recipients at the NCBA Annual Meeting in Asheville.
- [NCBA Honors News & Record's Doug Clark](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-honors-news-records-doug-clark/) - Doug Clark, longtime columnist and editorial writer for the News & Record of Greensboro, is the second recipient of the John G. Medlin Jr. Award.
- [New Board Members Elected, Bylaws Revised](https://www.ncbar.org/news/new-board-members-elected-bylaws-revised/) - Seven new members of the North Carolina Bar Association Board of Governors were elected by acclamation on Saturday, June 24, at the 2017 NCBA Annual Meeting in Asheville.
- [Remembering Leary Davis: 2005 Interview](https://www.ncbar.org/news/remembering-leary-davis-2005-interview/) - Interview from 2005 with Leary Davis, founding dean of the Campbell and Elon law schools, who died last week at the age of 75.
- [Parker Named CLE Director](https://www.ncbar.org/news/parker-named-cle-director/) - The North Carolina Bar Association has named Vaddrick Parker to serve as Director of Continuing Legal Education.
- [Jackie Grant Elected President-Elect](https://www.ncbar.org/news/jackie-grant-elected-president-elect/) - Jacqueline D. Grant of Asheville is the new president-elect of the North Carolina Bar Association.
- [Caryn McNeill New NCBA President](https://www.ncbar.org/news/caryn-mcneill-new-ncba-president/) - Caryn Coppedge McNeill of Raleigh was installed as the 123rd president of the NCBA at the 2017 Annual Meeting in Asheville.
- [NCBF Hosts Justice Teaching Institute](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncbf-hosts-justice-teaching-institute/) - Twenty-one North Carolina high school and middle school educators participated in the NCBF's 2017 Justice Teaching Institute.
- [Members Share Their Love of Song and Dance](https://www.ncbar.org/news/members-share-their-love-of-song-and-dance/) - NCBA members Dwight Ensley and Carolyn Woodruff of Greensboro, who are also husband and wife, give back to their community by sharing the gift of music and dance.
- [Hurricane Response Earns ABA Honor](https://www.ncbar.org/news/hurricane-response-earns-aba-honor/) - YLD receives national recognition for its exemplary efforts to assist the victims of Hurricane Matthew.
- [Justice Funds Honor High Point Icons](https://www.ncbar.org/news/justice-funds-honor-high-point-icons/) - NCBF Endowment Justice Funds were dedicated Tuesday honoring longtime High Point attorneys James F. “Jim” Morgan and his father, the late James V. “J. V.” Morgan.
- [Wills For Heroes Visits Orange County](https://www.ncbar.org/news/wills-for-heroes-visits-orange-county/) - The Young Lawyers Division will hold its next Wills for Heroes event in Orange County at the UNC School of Law in Chapel Hill on Saturday, Sept. 30.
- [Leaders in the Law Recognized](https://www.ncbar.org/news/leaders-in-the-law-recognized/) - Lawyers Weekly, in partnership with Elon Law, presented the 2017 Leaders in the Law Awards on Sept. 15 in Charlotte.
- [Children's Law Center Honors NCBF](https://www.ncbar.org/news/childrens-law-center-honors-ncbf/) - The NCBF received the Outstanding Supporter Award last week during the Children’s Law Center's annual Birthday Blast.
- [NCBA Magazine Honored Again](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-magazine-honored-again/) - North Carolina Lawyer magazine has been recognized for the second year in a row as best in class among the nation’s largest bar organizations.
- [New Justice Fund Honors Mike McIntyre](https://www.ncbar.org/news/new-justice-fund-honors-mike-mcintyre/) - The Douglas Carmichael McIntyre II Justice Fund Dedication Ceremony was presented by the North Carolina Bar Foundation on Nov. 2 at the N.C. Bar Center.
- [Ugly Sweaters, A Beautiful Cause](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ugly-sweaters-a-beautiful-cause/) - Usher in the holiday season and support a worthy cause by participating in the inaugural Ugly Holiday Sweater 5K.
- [Criminal Justice Awards Presented](https://www.ncbar.org/news/criminal-justice-awards-presented-2/) - The Criminal Justice Section presented its annual Peter S. Gilchrist III & Wade M. Smith awards to Assistant U.S. Attorney Sandra J. Hairston and defense attorney Mark W. Owens Jr., respectively.
- [Feeding Frenzy Champions Repeat](https://www.ncbar.org/news/feeding-frenzy-champions-repeat/) - The winners of the 2015 North Carolina Legal Feeding Frenzy were recognized on Wednesday, April 22, at the N.C. Bar Center.
- [NCBA Delegation Reports From Portugal](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-delegation-reports-from-portugal/) - Participants in the 2015 NCBA Attorney Exchange to Portugal reported on their experiences in this blog.
- [Shelby Benton Is New NCBA President](https://www.ncbar.org/news/shelby-benton-is-new-ncba-president/) - Shelby Duffy Benton of Goldsboro is the new president of the North Carolina Bar Association. She was installed Saturday evening, June 20, at the NCBA Annual Meeting in Asheville.
- [Paralegal Division Honors Yolanda Smith](https://www.ncbar.org/news/paralegal-division-honors-yolanda-smith/) - The Paralegal Division honored Yolanda Smith on May 7 as the 2015 recipient of the Distinguished Paralegal Award.
- [Convocation Considers Future of Legal Services](https://www.ncbar.org/news/convocation-considers-future-of-legal-services/) - The Convocation on the Future of the Delivery of Legal Services in North Carolina was held on Wednesday, May 27, at the N.C. Bar Center in Cary.
- [General Practice Hall of Fame Inducts Three](https://www.ncbar.org/news/general-practice-hall-of-fame-inducts-three-2/) - The three newest members of the General Practice Hall of Fame were inducted June 18 at the 117th NCBA Annual Meeting in Asheville.
- [NCBA Presents 2015 Pro Bono Awards](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-presents-2015-pro-bono-awards/) - The winners of the 2015 Pro Bono Awards were recognized during the NCBA Annual Meeting in Asheville.
- [NCBA Presents 2015 Citizen Lawyer Awards](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-presents-2015-citizen-lawyer-awards/) - The 2015 Citizen Lawyer Awards were presented June 19 at the NCBA Annual Meeting in Asheville.
- [Reynolds Receives McKnight Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/reynolds-receives-mcknight-award/) - Suzanne Reynolds of Winston-Salem is the recipient of the 2015 H. Brent McKnight Renaissance Lawyer Award.
- [Legal Feeding Frenzy Kicks Off March 5 in Charlotte](https://www.ncbar.org/news/legal-feeding-frenzy-kicks-off-march-5-in-charlotte/) - YLD and the N.C. Association of Feeding America Food Banks launches the 2015 Legal Feeding Frenzy on March 5 in Charlotte. The Feeding Frenzy will take place March 9-27; awards ceremony is April 22.
- [Morris Receives Dispute Resolution Peace Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/morris-receives-dispute-resolution-peace-award/) - Mark Morris was honored Jan. 30 as the 2015 recipient of the Dispute Resolution Section Peace Award.
- [Tiger Tough: A Bend in the Road](https://www.ncbar.org/news/tiger-tough-a-bend-in-the-road/) - The rules never applied to Allan Head. The longtime executive director of the North Carolina Bar Association did not look his age and he certainly didn’t act it.
- [Health Law Section Honors Moritz](https://www.ncbar.org/news/health-law-section-honors-moritz/) - The Health Law Section recognized Claire L. Moritz as the tenth recipient of the Distinguished Service Award.
- [Retired Chief Justice Parker Honored](https://www.ncbar.org/news/retired-chief-justice-parker-honored/) - The Government & Public Sector Section presented the Grainger Barrett Award for Excellence to Sarah Parker, retired chief justice of the N.C. Supreme Court.
- [President's Perspective: The Justice Gap](https://www.ncbar.org/news/presidents-perspective-the-justice-gap/) - The issue of delivery of legal services to the poor and unrepresented has received lots of press and study. Over and over again, scholars, policymakers and the organized bar bemoan the situation.
- [Liberty Funds, Walkway Benches Dedicated](https://www.ncbar.org/news/liberty-funds-walkway-benches-dedicated/) - The Liberty Garden of the N.C. Bar Center was the scene of a dedication ceremony on May 6 in recognition of recent gifts to the NCBA Foundation Endowment.
- [2015 Citizen Lawyers: L. Lamont Wiggins](https://www.ncbar.org/news/2015-citizen-lawyers-l-lamont-wiggins/) - L. Lamont Wiggins has been named a 2015 recipient of the North Carolina Bar Association’s Citizen Lawyer Award.
- [2015 Citizen Lawyers: Judge Ralph A. Walker](https://www.ncbar.org/news/2015-citizen-lawyers-judge-ralph-a-walker/) - Judge Ralph A. Walker has been named a 2015 recipient of the North Carolina Bar Association’s Citizen Lawyer Award.
- [2015 Citizen Lawyers: Angelique (Angie) Vincent-Hamacher](https://www.ncbar.org/news/2015-citizen-lawyers-angelique-angie-vincent-hamacher/) - The North Carolina Bar Association has recognized Angelique (Angie) Vincent-Hamacher with its Citizen Lawyer Award.
- [2015 Citizen Lawyers: Donald D. Sayers](https://www.ncbar.org/news/2015-citizen-lawyers-donald-d-sayers/) - The North Carolina Bar Association has recognized Salisbury attorney Donald D. Sayers with its Citizen Lawyer Award.
- [2015 Citizen Lawyers: Sharon Parker](https://www.ncbar.org/news/2015-citizen-lawyers-sharon-parker/) - In honor of her exemplary public service, the North Carolina Bar Association has recognized Sharon Parker with its Citizen Lawyer Award.
- [2015 Citizen Lawyers: Mayor Stephen Little](https://www.ncbar.org/news/2015-citizen-lawyers-mayor-stephen-little/) - The North Carolina Bar Association has recognized Marion Mayor Stephen Little as a recipient of the 2015 Citizen Lawyer Award.
- [2015 Citizen Lawyers: Hal Levinson](https://www.ncbar.org/news/2015-citizen-lawyers-hal-levinson/) - The North Carolina Bar Association is proud to recognize Charlotte attorney Hal Levinson with its Citizen Lawyer Award.
- [2015 Citizen Lawyers: Frank Laney](https://www.ncbar.org/news/2015-citizen-lawyers-frank-laney/) - The North Carolina Bar Association has recognized Greensboro attorney Frank Laney with its Citizen Lawyer Award.
- [2015 Citizen Lawyers: Patrick M. Kane](https://www.ncbar.org/news/2015-citizen-lawyers-patrick-m-kane/) - The North Carolina Bar Association has recognized Greensboro attorney Patrick M. Kane with its Citizen Lawyer Award.
- [2015 Citizen Lawyers: Samuel Johnson](https://www.ncbar.org/news/2015-citizen-lawyers-samuel-johnson/) - The North Carolina Bar Association has recognized Rocky Mount attorney Samuel W. Johnson with its Citizen Lawyer Award.
- [2015 Citizen Lawyers: Ann McKee David](https://www.ncbar.org/news/2015-citizen-lawyers-ann-mckee-david/) - In Superintendent Tim Markley’s words, Ann David is “most deserving of the 2015 N.C. Bar Association’s Citizen Lawyer Award.”
- [2015 Citizen Lawyers: D. Linwood Bunce II](https://www.ncbar.org/news/2015-citizen-lawyers-d-linwood-bunce-ii/) - For over 35 years, D. Linwood Bunce II has been an active citizen and leader in the community of Lexington.
- [Aycock Provided History Lesson In 2013 Interview](https://www.ncbar.org/news/aycock-provided-history-lesson-in-2013-interview/) - Dr. William Brantley Aycock, the UNC chancellor emeritus who died June 20 at the age of 99, provided nearly a century of living history in a 2013 North Carolina Lawyer interview.
- [2015 Citizen Lawyers: John Willardson](https://www.ncbar.org/news/2015-citizen-lawyers-john-willardson/) - John Willardson has been named a 2015 recipient of the North Carolina Bar Association’s Citizen Lawyer Award.
- [Allan Head Receives Order of the Long Leaf Pine](https://www.ncbar.org/news/allan-head-receives-order-of-the-long-leaf-pine/) - NCBA Executive Director Allan Head received the Order of the Long Leaf Pine Award at the 2015 NCBA Annual Meeting in Asheville.
- [Whichard Receiving McKnight Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/whichard-receiving-mcknight-award/) - Willis P. Whichard has been selected to receive the NCBA's 2016 H. Brent McKnight Renaissance Lawyer Award.
- [Middle School Mock Trial Event Dec. 11](https://www.ncbar.org/news/middle-school-mock-trial-event-dec-11/) - The Law-Related Education Advisory Committee presents the sixth annual Justice Iredell Middle School Mock Trial Tournament on Friday, Dec. 11.
- [Hackathon: A Weekend Well Spent](https://www.ncbar.org/news/hackathon-a-weekend-well-spent/) - The NCBA, in partnership with the American Bar Association’s ABA Journal, presented the state’s first access to justice “Hackathon” Oct 24-25 at Campbell Law School.
- [Joslin Davis Installed As AAML President](https://www.ncbar.org/news/joslin-davis-installed-as-aaml-president/) - Joslin Davis of Winston-Salem was installed Nov. 6 as president of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers.
- [Norwegian Hiking Adventure Tests Members’ Mettle](https://www.ncbar.org/news/norwegian-hiking-adventure-tests-members-mettle/) - NCBA members Vance Barron Jr., Locke Clifford, Barden Cooke, Robert Douglas, Robert McClellan and Jonathan Maxwell of Greensboro report on their excursion to Norway.
- [N.C. Supreme Court Society Honors John Martin](https://www.ncbar.org/news/n-c-supreme-court-society-honors-john-martin/) - Former Chief Judge John C. Martin of the N.C. Court of Appeals was honored last week at the North Carolina Supreme Court Historical Society’s 24th Annual Meeting & Dinner.
- [YLD Receives ABA Recognition](https://www.ncbar.org/news/yld-receives-aba-recognition/) - The Young Lawyers Division of the North Carolina Bar Association received several honors last week from the American Bar Association’s YLD.
- [TLC Receiving National Honor](https://www.ncbar.org/news/tlc-receiving-national-honor/) - The NCBA will receive a 2015 NABE LexisNexis Community & Educational Outreach Award this summer for its Transitioning Lawyers Commission.
- [President's Perspective: Court Funding -- Justice in North Carolina](https://www.ncbar.org/news/presidents-perspective-court-funding-justice-in-north-carolina/) - President Catharine Arrowood discusses court funding in her President's Perspective, which appears in the February 2015 edition of North Carolina Lawyer.
- [Stam Responds to President Arrowood's Op-Ed](https://www.ncbar.org/news/stam-responds-to-president-arrowoods-op-ed/) - Rep. Paul Stam, an NCBA member from Apex who serves in the N.C. House of Representatives, has responded to President Catharine Arrowood’s recent News & Observer op-ed regarding House Bill 652.
- [An Outrageous Blanket of Secrecy over N.C. Courts](https://www.ncbar.org/news/an-outrageous-blanket-of-secrecy-over-n-c-courts/) - The following editorial appeared in The News & Observer on Nov. 12, 2014. It was derived from the President’s Perspective column that appeared in the November edition of North Carolina Lawyer magazine
- [President's Perspective: Through the Looking Glass](https://www.ncbar.org/news/presidents-perspective-through-the-looking-glass/) - Our legislature has decided that facts and thinking should not be allowed to confuse us, at least when it comes to our judicial system.
- [Arrowood Serving As NCBA President](https://www.ncbar.org/news/arrowood-serving-as-ncba-president/) - Catharine Biggs Arrowood of Raleigh was installed as the 120th president of the North Carolina Bar Association on Saturday evening, June 21, at the Wilmington Convention Center.
- [President's Perspective: We've Been Slimed](https://www.ncbar.org/news/presidents-perspective-weve-been-slimed/) - We all know that, in the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution, “the establishment of justice” is identified as a key principal.
- [Capitalization For Practitioners: Consistency Counts!](https://www.ncbar.org/news/capitalization-for-practitioners-consistency-counts/) - As a legal writing professor, one of my goals is to inspire my students to strive for excellence in their work. But this month, as I thought about what to say in this column, it was my students who inspired me. In late February, they turned in their rough drafts of their final assignment, and
- [2020 Citizen Lawyer Award Winners Announced](https://www.ncbar.org/news/2020-citizen-lawyer-award-winners-announced/) - The article below has been updated as of August 2020. The Local Bar Outreach Subcommittee of the North Carolina Bar Association has selected 11 recipients of the NCBA Citizen Lawyer Award for 2020. The awards, traditionally presented at the NCBA Annual Meeting, will be presented at a later date. This marks the 13th class of
- [2020 Leadership Academy: Leadership in Times of Transition](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncl-2020-08-leadership-academy/) - Editor's Note: In 2020, the NCBA Leadership Academy celebrates its tenth year as a transformative program for leaders in the field. During the third week of March, when COVID-19 closures were in full effect, nine members of the 2020 Leadership Academy offered their time by giving phone interviews on the topic of leadership in a
- [President’s Perspective: Mark Holt's Installation Address](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncl-2020-08-presidents-perspective/) - Build Community | Model Civility | Serve Others Editor's note: Mark Holt of Raleigh is the 126th president of the North Carolina Bar Association. He was installed during the NCBA Annual Meeting on Friday, June 26, at the N.C. Bar Center. Holt will also serve as 2020-21 president of the North Carolina Bar Foundation. Due
- [Acceptance Remarks from President-Elect Jon Heyl](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncl-2020-08-president-elect/) - Editor's Note: Jon Heyl of Charlotte is the new president-elect of the North Carolina Bar Association. He was elected on Friday, June 26, during the 2020 NCBA Annual Meeting at the N.C. Bar Center in Cary. His name was placed in nomination by Jacqueline Grant, immediate past president and chair of the Past Presidents’ Council,
- [Criminal Justice Section Presents Annual Awards](https://www.ncbar.org/news/criminal-justice-section-presents-annual-awards/) - The 12th Annual Peter S. Gilchrist III & Wade M. Smith Awards were presented on Thursday, Jan. 23, at the Embassy Suites in Cary.
- [Anderson Receives Section Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/anderson-receives-section-award/) - M. Ann Anderson received the Labor and Employment Law Section’s Distinguished Practitioner and Service Award.
- [Business Law Honors Pappas](https://www.ncbar.org/news/business-law-honors-pappas/) - The Business Law Section presented the first Alfred L. Purrington III Memorial Public Service Award to William G. Pappas.
- [4ALL Statewide Service Day Resounding Success, 13 Years and Counting](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncl-2020-08-4all/) - This article was originally published, without images, on the North Carolina Bar Foundation website. The North Carolina Bar Foundation presented the 13th annual 4ALL Statewide Service Day on Friday, March 6, 2020. Volunteer attorneys answered 8,788 calls from call centers in Asheville, Charlotte, Fayetteville, Greensboro, Greenville, Raleigh and Wilmington. A total of 422 volunteers participated
- [Beason Receives Peace Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/beason-receives-peace-award/) - Robert A. (Bob) Beason of Durham is the 2020 recipient of the Dispute Resolution Section’s Peace Award.
- [Pro Bono Award Winners Named](https://www.ncbar.org/news/pro-bono-award-winners-named/) - The winners of the NCBA’s 2020 Pro Bono Awards have been selected.
- [Benshoff Wins Barrett Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/benshoff-wins-barrett-award/) - The NCBA Government & Public Sector Section presented the Grainger Barrett Award for Excellence to Al Benshoff on April 24.
- [McIntyre Receives Liberty Bell Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/mcintyre-receives-liberty-bell-award/) - Congressman Mike McIntyre has been selected to receive the 2020 Liberty Bell Award by the NCBA Young Lawyers Division.
- [Powell Named "Children's Champion"](https://www.ncbar.org/news/powell-named-childrens-champion/) - The Juvenile Justice & Children’s Rights Section has presented the 2020 Children’s Champion Award to LaToya Powell.
- [2020 Legal Legends of Color Honorees Announced](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncl-2020-08-lloc/) - This story was originally published on the NCBA Minorities in the Profession Committee blog. The word “change” has various definitions, but my favorite expression of change is “to shift; to undergo transformation or transition.” We can certainly say that “change” is inevitable in all aspects of our lives. Thus far in 2020 alone, we have
- [Arrowood Receives The Advocate’s Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncl-2020-08-arrowood/) - Catharine Biggs Arrowood of Raleigh is the 12th recipient of The Advocate’s Award. Presented as merited by the Litigation Section of the North Carolina Bar Association, the award recognizes “superstars” of the section and the legal profession. (Read the initial press release on the Litigation Section blog.) Arrowood served as president of the North Carolina
- [McLawhorn Receives Administrative Law Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/mclawhorn-receives-administrative-law-award/) - Dan McLawhorn is the fourth recipient of the NCBA Administrative Law Section’s Administrative Law Award for Excellence. McLawhorn serves as Senior Associate Attorney for the City of Raleigh, where he has served since 2003. He served as Special Deputy Attorney General in the N.C. Attorney General’s Office from 1980-2003 and as General Counsel for the
- [Robert Ingram Receiving John G. Medlin Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/robert-ingram-receiving-medlin-award/) - Robert Ingram has been selected as the fourth recipient of the North Carolina Bar Association’s John G. Medlin Jr. Award. The award recognizes contributions to the administration of justice and judicial independence by a North Carolina citizen who is not a lawyer. Ingram serves as general partner with Hatteras Venture Partners of Durham. As the
- [Elections, Appointments Complete NCBF Board](https://www.ncbar.org/news/elections-appointments-complete-ncbf-board/) - The article below has been updated as of August 2020. Under the amended North Carolina Bar Foundation bylaws, effective June 22, 2019, the NCBF Board of Directors includes six at-large members who do not serve concurrently on the NCBA Board of Governors and chairs of the Foundation’s three standing committees. The NCBF Board of Directors
- [NCBA Elects New Board Members](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-elects-new-board-members/) - The article below has been updated as of August 2020. Seven new members of the North Carolina Bar Association Board of Governors were elected to three-year terms on Friday, June 26, during the NCBA Annual Meeting. Due to the coronavirus restrictions, the annual meeting was via web conference with minimal in-person attendance at the N.C.
- [Young Lawyers Division Announces Award Winners](https://www.ncbar.org/news/young-lawyers-division-announces-award-winners/) - The article below has been updated as of August 2020. The Young Lawyers Division of the North Carolina Bar Association, convening via webcast on Thursday, June 25, announced the recipients of its three annual awards: Charles F. Blanchard Young Lawyer of the Year Award Sheila Renee Spence, Durham, Blue Cross NC Robinson O. Everett Professionalism
- [New Chairs Leading NCBA Divisions](https://www.ncbar.org/news/new-chairs-leading-ncba-divisions/) - With the beginning of the new bar year, the North Carolina Bar Association announces new leadership of the Young Lawyers Division, the Senior Lawyers Division and the Paralegal Division. Young Lawyers Division Kristen M. Kirby is a partner with McGuireWoods in Raleigh, where her practice focuses on public finance transactions. In 2020-21 she is serving
- [2020 Hall of Fame Inductees Announced](https://www.ncbar.org/news/2020-hall-of-fame-inductees-announced/) - This article has been updated from its original version. The NCBA Senior Lawyers Division has announced its selections for induction into the Legal Practice Hall of Fame for 2020. The inductees are: Marshall A. Gallop Jr., Rocky Mount Robert C. Hunter, Marion Glenn E. Ketner Jr., Salisbury Pender R. McElroy, Charlotte Kenneth A. Moser, Winston-Salem
- [Ogburn Receives Estate Planning/Fiduciary Law Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ogburn-receives-estate-planning-fiduciary-law-award/) - The article below has been updated as of August 2020. Rudy L. Ogburn of Young Moore and Henderson is the third recipient of the NCBA Estate Planning and Fiduciary Law Section’s Distinguished Service Award. He is a past chair of the section and Fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel. The award
- [“Service Defines Us”: Elaine Marshall on Receiving the Chief Justice I. Beverly Lake Jr. Public Service Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncl-2020-08-lake-marshall/) - N.C. Secretary of State Elaine Marshall has been chosen to receive the Chief Justice I. Beverly Lake Jr. Public Service Award from the North Carolina Bar Association. She is the 15th recipient of the award. (Read the original press release here.) Marshall has served as the N.C. Secretary of State since 1997. In 1996, she
- [Staying Open to the Unexpected: A Conversation with Linda Stephens, 2020 Recipient of the H. Brent McKnight Renaissance Lawyer Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncl-2020-08-stephens/) - Linda Stephens of Raleigh is the 2020 recipient of the North Carolina Bar Association’s H. Brent McKnight Renaissance Lawyer Award. (Read the original press release here.) During her more than 40-year career, Stephens has served as Deputy Commissioner, as partner at Teague, Campbell, Dennis & Gorham, LLP, and Associate Judge for the North Carolina Court
- [NC Lawyer In Memoriam](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncl-2020-08-in-memoriam/) - In Memoriam is a regular feature of North Carolina Lawyer magazine devoted to recently deceased NCBA members. To submit notices, email rrawlings@ncbar.org. Notices received through Aug. 4, 2020, are provided below. Franklin Vernon Adams of Raleigh died March 3 at the age of 72. A native of Elberton, Ga., he grew up in Goldsboro and
- [Recognition](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncl-2020-08-recognition/) - Recognition is a regular feature for NCBA members in NC Lawyer magazine. To submit notices, please email Russell Rawlings. Three NCBA members have been selected to receive UNC School of Law Alumni Association Awards: Doris R. Bray (above, left) of Schell Bray in Greensboro will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award; The Hon.
- [Writing that Works: 10 Years In](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncl-2020-08-writing-that-works/) - Editor's note: When this column first appeared in the March/April 2010 edition of North Carolina Lawyer, the magazine was a bimonthly tabloid and Writing that Works was a “new, occasional feature designed to give practicing attorneys a ‘refresher’ on how to write effectively for their legal audiences.” The initial column is republished here in appreciation
- [YLD Rises To Occasion: Legal Feeding Frenzy Exceeds 600,000 Pounds](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncl-2020-08-lff/) - Even in the best of times, over 1.5 million North Carolinians struggle with hunger—of those, nearly half a million are children. Regrettably, over 1 in 5 children in North Carolina does not regularly get enough to eat. Since 2013, the NCBA Young Lawyers Division has partnered with Feeding the Carolinas and the North Carolina Attorney
- [Preparing for the Future Today](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncl-2020-08-cpm/) - The COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent gubernatorial orders requiring business and government to stay at home forced firms to rush to make changes. Lawyers got very creative quickly. They held parking lot real estate closings. Wills were witnessed through a window. Courts held hearings via video conferencing. As we shift through reopening stages and look forward
- [“The Irishman”: An Interview With The Author (Spoiler Alert: He’s A Lawyer)](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncl-2020-08-the-irishman/) - By design, the mystery surrounding the disappearance and murder of Jimmy Hoffa was hard to unravel. Even with its vast resources, the FBI spent more than a quarter-century trying to close the case, but to no avail. The secrets connecting decades of leads and evidence were locked away in the memory bank of Frank Sheeran,
- [COVID-19 First-Person Perspective: Alan Duncan](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncl-2020-08-covid-perspectives-duncan/) - Alan Duncan of Mullins Duncan Harrell & Russell in Greensboro serves as vice chairman of the North Carolina State Board of Education. He is a past president of the North Carolina Bar Association and North Carolina Bar Foundation. Below is his interview with Russell Rawlings. How is the State Board of Education responding to the
- [COVID-19 First-Person Perspective: Phyllis Pickett](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncl-2020-08-covid-perspectives-pickett/) - Phyllis Pickett serves as a Principal Legislative Analyst/Staff Attorney for the N.C. General Assembly on its non-partisan central staff. She is a former member of the NCBA Board of Governors and NCBF Board of Directors, and has served with the General Assembly for 29 years. Below is her interview with Russell Rawlings. In all of
- [COVID-19 First-Person Perspective: Shelley Abel](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncl-2020-08-covid-perspectives-abel/) - Shelley Abel serves as Bankruptcy Administrator for the Western District of North Carolina in Charlotte by appointment of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. She was a shareholder in Rayburn Cooper & Durham prior to her appointment in 2017. Below is her interview with Russell Rawlings. How quickly did you and the
- [COVID-19 First-Person Perspective: Todd Chasteen](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncl-2020-08-covid-perspectives-chasteen/) - Todd Chasteen serves as Vice President of Public Policy/General Counsel for Samaritan’s Purse, a “nondenominational evangelical Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world” headquartered in Boone. Below is his interview with Russell Rawlings. When did Samaritan’s Purse first begin to learn of the COVID-19 crisis, and how did it
- [COVID-19 First-Person Perspectives: NCBA Members Share Their Stories](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncl-2020-08-covid-perspectives/) - Lawyers are leaders. Never has this been more evident than today, as North Carolina and the world navigate the uncharted waters of COVID-19. From the highest-ranking government officials to unsung heroes operating behind the scenes, members of the North Carolina Bar Association are doing what they have always done in service to the public and
- [Leading Off](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncl-2020-08-leading-off/) - North Carolina Lawyer magazine, the flagship publication of the North Carolina Bar Association, is shifting to a digital-only format in 2020-21. The transition has been precipitated by the COVID-19 pandemic, which has resulted in many changes to the ways that we communicate and share information with each other. In mid-March, the NCBA paused the publication
- [Jon Heyl Elected NCBA President-Elect](https://www.ncbar.org/news/jon-heyl-elected-ncba-president-elect/) - Jon Heyl of Charlotte is the new president-elect of the North Carolina Bar Association. He was elected on Friday, June 26, during the 2020 NCBA Annual Meeting at the N.C. Bar Center in Cary. Heyl will be installed as the 127th president of the NCBA next June at the 2021 Annual Meeting, and will also
- [New NCBF Board Members Elected](https://www.ncbar.org/news/new-ncbf-board-members-elected/) - Six new at-large members of the NCBF Board of Directors were elected on Thursday, June 21, during the Board’s summer meeting in Asheville.
- [2020 Judicial Elections Statement of North Carolina Bar Association](https://www.ncbar.org/news/2020-judicial-elections-statement-of-north-carolina-bar-association/) - As judicial elections occur in our state this year, we are reminded of the critical importance of the independence of our judiciary. As both citizens and lawyers, we strive to recognize, respect, explain, and preserve this independence. The North Carolina Constitution provides that the citizens of our state choose their judges by popular vote, and
- [Section Chairs, Vice-Chairs Appointed](https://www.ncbar.org/news/section-chairs-vice-chairs-appointed/) - Chairs and vice-chairs of the North Carolina Bar Association’s 31 Sections have been appointed for 2020-21. They are: Administrative Law Chair Melissa Owens Lassiter Vice-Chair Nahale Kalfas Antitrust & Complex Business Disputes Law Chair Tom H. Segars Vice-Chair Gavin Parsons Appellate Practice Chair Stephen D. Feldman Vice-Chair Erin Blondel Bankruptcy Chair Andy William James Tarr
- [Secretary of State Elaine Marshall Receiving Lake Public Service Award ](https://www.ncbar.org/news/secretary-of-state-elaine-marshall-receives-lake-public-service-award/) - N.C. Secretary of State Elaine Marshall has been chosen to receive the Chief Justice I. Beverly Lake Jr. Public Service Award from the North Carolina Bar Association. She is the 15th recipient of the award. Marshall has served as the N.C. Secretary of State since 1997. When she was elected in 1996, she became the
- [Linda Stephens Receiving H. Brent McKnight Renaissance Lawyer Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/linda-stephens-receives-h-brent-mcknight-renaissance-lawyer-award/) - Linda Stephens of Raleigh is the 2020 recipient of the North Carolina Bar Association’s H. Brent McKnight Renaissance Lawyer Award. Linda Stephens is of counsel at Hedrick Gardner Kincheloe & Garofalo LLP. From 2006-2016, Stephens served as an Associate Judge for the North Carolina Court of Appeals. Prior to her judgeship, she was a partner
- [Mark Holt Installed as NCBA President](https://www.ncbar.org/news/mark-holt-installed-as-ncba-president/) - Mark Holt of Raleigh has been installed as the 126th president of the North Carolina Bar Association. Chief Justice Cheri Beasley of the N.C. Supreme Court administered the oath of office as Holt’s wife, Joanna, held the Bible. Holt will also serve in 2020-21 as president of the North Carolina Bar Foundation. The ceremony took
- [Statement From NCBA President LeAnn Nease Brown](https://www.ncbar.org/news/statement-from-ncba-president/) - Statement from LeAnn Nease Brown, 2019-20 President of the North Carolina Bar Association We are lawyers. We cannot look away from injustice and we must call it by its name. We embrace the rule of law, which requires that the authority and influence of the law constrain individual and institutional misconduct. We can accept no
- [2014 NCBA Citizen Lawyer Awards Presented](https://www.ncbar.org/news/2014-ncba-citizen-lawyer-awards-presented/) - The North Carolina Bar Association is pleased to announce the recipients of the NCBA Citizen Lawyer Award for 2014.
- [Serving Those Who Served](https://www.ncbar.org/news/serving-those-who-served/) - The NCBA Family Law Section’s latest initiative is designed to serve crucial unmet legal needs of North Carolina’s veterans.
- [New VPs, Board Members Elected](https://www.ncbar.org/news/new-vps-board-members-elected/) - The North Carolina Bar Association elected new vice presidents and board members on Saturday, June 21, at the 2014 Annual Meeting in Wilmington.
- [Lawyer on the Line Surpasses Milestone](https://www.ncbar.org/news/lawyer-on-the-line-surpasses-milestone/) - Lawyer on the Line, a joint project of the North Carolina Bar Association and Legal Aid of North Carolina, recently surpassed the 10,000-client milestone.
- [Middle School Mock Trial Finalists Determined](https://www.ncbar.org/news/middle-school-mock-trial-finalists-determined/) - The finalists in the North Carolina Bar Association’s 2014-15 Justice Iredell Middle School Mock Trial Tournament have been determined.
- [LRE Presents Sweet 16 Awards](https://www.ncbar.org/news/lre-presents-sweet-16-awards/) - The inaugural Sweet 16 Awards were presented Nov. 19 to legal professionals and educators for their contributions to Law-Related Education.
- [NCBA Honors Former Chief Justice](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-honors-former-chief-justice/) - The NCBA Board of Governors honored retired N.C. Chief Justice Sarah Parker during a special recognition luncheon on Jan. 22.
- [Endowment Grants Awarded for January-June 2015](https://www.ncbar.org/news/endowment-grants-awarded-for-january-june-2015/) - The NCBA Foundation Board of Directors recently approved 25 grants in the amount of $205,881 for the January-June 2015 grant cycle.
- [Constitutional Rights and Responsibilities Honors Stevens](https://www.ncbar.org/news/constitutional-rights-and-responsibilities-honors-stevens/) - Hugh Stevens was honored Jan. 29 as the 2015 recipient of the John McNeill Smith Jr. Constitutional Rights and Responsibilities Section Award.
- [Battle of the Carolinas Held Feb. 6-7](https://www.ncbar.org/news/battle-of-the-carolinas-held-feb-6-7/) - The Battle of the Carolinas Middle School Mock Trial Competition took place Feb. 6-7 at the Chatham County Justice Center in Pittsboro between the top four teams from North and South Carolina.
- [Hall of Fame Induction Class Selected](https://www.ncbar.org/news/hall-of-fame-induction-class-selected/) - The Solo, Small Firm & General Practice Section has selected three lawyers for induction into the General Practice Hall of Fame.
- [New Board Nominees Selected](https://www.ncbar.org/news/new-board-nominees-selected/) - The Nominations Committee of the NCBA Board of Governors has selected its slate of vice presidents and board members for election at the 2015 NCBA Annual Meeting.
- [Citizen Lawyer Award Winners Announced](https://www.ncbar.org/news/citizen-lawyer-award-winners-announced-2/) - The 2015 recipients of the NCBA Citizen Lawyer Award have been selected. The awards will be presented on Friday, June 19, at the NCBA Annual Meeting in Asheville.
- [Inventor Assistance Program Receiving Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/inventor-assistance-program-receiving-award/) - NC LEAP’s Inventor Assistance Program has been selected as the winner of the 2015 NCBF/LexisNexis Partnerships for Success Award.
- [NCBA Elects New Officers, Directors](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-elects-new-officers-directors/) - The North Carolina Bar Association, convening in Asheville for its 117th Annual Meeting, elected new vice presidents and board members.
- [Patron Campaign Exceeds Goal!](https://www.ncbar.org/news/patron-campaign-exceeds-goal/) - With gifts from 919 donors from across the state, the 2014-15 Foundation Patron Campaign raised its highest dollar amount ever: $203,489
- [Deserving Students Receive $29,000 In Scholarships](https://www.ncbar.org/news/deserving-students-receive-29000-in-scholarships/) - For the 2015-16 academic year, YLD presents scholarships totaling $29,000 to eight deserving students.
- [Chief Justice Announces Commission Members](https://www.ncbar.org/news/chief-justice-announces-commission-members/) - Chief Justice Mark Martin of the N.C. Supreme Court announced the members of the new Commission on the Administration of Law and Justice last week.
- [Citizen Lawyer Recipients Announced](https://www.ncbar.org/news/citizen-lawyer-recipients-announced/) - Recipients of the 2016 NCBA Citizen Lawyer Awards have been selected.
- [Pro Bono Award Winners Selected](https://www.ncbar.org/news/pro-bono-award-winners-selected/) - The winners of the North Carolina Bar Association’s 2016 Pro Bono Awards have been selected.
- [VP, Board Nominees Named](https://www.ncbar.org/news/vp-board-nominees-named/) - The 2015-16 Nominations Committee has selected its nominees for the NCBA Board of Governors.
- [YLD Profiles Citizen Lawyers](https://www.ncbar.org/news/yld-profiles-citizen-lawyers/) - The YLD Citizen Lawyer Committee annually provides expanded coverage of the Citizen Lawyer Award recipients.
- [Pro Bono Awards Presented](https://www.ncbar.org/news/pro-bono-awards-presented-2/) - The winners of the North Carolina Bar Association’s 2016 Pro Bono Awards were recognized during the NCBA Annual Meeting in Charlotte.
- [New Board Members Elected](https://www.ncbar.org/news/new-board-members-elected/) - The NCBA has elected new board members and vice presidents for 2016-17.
- [Lawyers Help Hurricane Victims](https://www.ncbar.org/news/lawyers-help-hurricane-victims/) - NCBA efforts to assist victims of Hurricane Matthew took on a personal touch on Nov. 19 when volunteer attorneys provided free legal advice to 35 individuals in Lumberton.
- [Authors Celebrate 50 Years of N.C. District Courts](https://www.ncbar.org/news/authors-celebrate-50-years-of-n-c-district-courts/) - North Carolina marks the 50th anniversary of its District Court system this year with celebrations around the state.
- [New Patrons Boost Campaign](https://www.ncbar.org/news/new-patrons-boost-campaign/) - The NCBA Foundation Patron Campaign has received a needed boost for 2016-17 from 35 new Patron donors who have given since July 1.
- [Board, VP Nominations Open](https://www.ncbar.org/news/board-vp-nominations-open/) - Nominations are now being sought for vice presidents and members of the NCBA Board of Governors.
- [NCBA Foundation Announces Grants](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-foundation-announces-grants/) - The NCBA Foundation announces its most recent endowment grants totaling $202,384 for January-June 2017.
- [Citizen Lawyer Honorees Named](https://www.ncbar.org/news/citizen-lawyer-honorees-named/) - The Citizen Lawyer Award recipients for 2017 have been selected for recognition at the NCBA Annual Meeting in Asheville on Friday, June 23.
- [4ALL Statewide Service Day Is Friday, March 3](https://www.ncbar.org/news/4all-statewide-service-day-is-friday-march-3/) - The North Carolina Bar Association’s 10th annual 4ALL Statewide Service Day will take place on Friday, March 3.
- [Pro Bono Awards Chosen](https://www.ncbar.org/news/pro-bono-awards-chosen/) - The winners of the 2017 Pro Bono Awards have been selected for recognition at the NCBA Annual Meeting.
- [Administrative Law Honors Morrison](https://www.ncbar.org/news/administrative-law-honors-morrison/) - Judge Fred Morrison Jr., senior administrative law judge in the N.C. Office of Administrative Hearings, is the initial recipient of the Administrative Law Award for Excellence.
- [Hall of Fame Inductees Named](https://www.ncbar.org/news/hall-of-fame-inductees-named-2/) - Leto Copeley, Charles David Gantt, Bobby Harold Griffin and Thomas J. White III have been selected for induction on Thursday, June 22, at the NCBA Annual Meeting.
- [2017-18 Board Nominations Reported](https://www.ncbar.org/news/2017-18-board-nominations-reported/) - The Nominations Committee of the North Carolina Bar Association has compiled its slate of nominees for the NCBA Board of Governors for 2017-18.
- [Feeding Frenzy Winners Recognized](https://www.ncbar.org/news/feeding-frenzy-winners-recognized/) - The champions of the 2017 North Carolina Legal Feeding Frenzy were recognized on Monday, April 24, at the N.C. Bar Center.
- [Wills for Heroes on May 20](https://www.ncbar.org/news/wills-for-heroes-on-may-20/) - YLD will hold a Wills for Heroes event in Holly Springs, on Saturday, May 20, from 9 a.m.–5 p.m. at the Holly Springs Fire Department – Fire Station 1.
- [NCBA Opposes Legal Aid Funding Cuts](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-opposes-legal-aid-funding-cuts/) - The NCBA urges its members to contact their legislators and ask them to maintain full funding for legal aid services.
- [NCBA Opposes House Bill 717](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-opposes-house-bill-717/) - The NCBA is opposing House Bill 717, which revises Judicial Divisions and Superior Court, District Court and Prosecutorial Districts across the state.
- [Mentoring Program Targets 9th Graders](https://www.ncbar.org/news/mentoring-program-targets-9th-graders/) - Fifty-five rising high school students recently attended the latest installment of Camp Confidence at the N.C. Bar Center.
- [NCBA Opposes Two-Year Judicial Terms](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-opposes-two-year-judicial-terms/) - The NCBA opposes legislation calling for all judges and justices to be elected to two-year terms beginning with the general election in 2018.
- [Nominations Committee, Chair Appointed](https://www.ncbar.org/news/nominations-committee-chair-appointed/) - President-elect Jackie Grant has appointed Alex Dale to serve as chair of the NCBA Nominations Committee for 2017-18.
- [Paralegal Award Nominations Open](https://www.ncbar.org/news/paralegal-award-nominations-open/) - Nominations are being sought for the 2018 Distinguished Paralegal Award through April 13.
- [Citizen Lawyer Winners Selected](https://www.ncbar.org/news/citizen-lawyer-winners-selected/) - The Local Bar Outreach Committee has selected the recipients of the NCBA Citizen Lawyer Award for 2018.
- [VPs Elected, Board Nominees Named](https://www.ncbar.org/news/vps-elected-board-nominees-named/) - New NCBA vice presidents elected and board nominees announced at spring meeting.
- [Wynn, Students Honored On Law Day](https://www.ncbar.org/news/wynn-students-honored-on-law-day/) - Students from across the state gathered in Raleigh on Friday, May 4, for the North Carolina Bar Association's observance of Law Day 2018.
- [YLD Compiles Citzen Lawyer Articles](https://www.ncbar.org/news/yld-compiles-citzen-lawyer-articles/) - The Citizen Lawyer Committee of the NCBA Young Lawyers Division provides expanded coverage of the Citizen Lawyer Award recipients.
- [Disaster Legal Services Activated](https://www.ncbar.org/news/disaster-legal-services-activated/) - A toll-free legal aid hotline is now available for survivors of Hurricane Florence in North Carolina.
- [Hall of Fame Inductees Chosen](https://www.ncbar.org/news/hall-of-fame-inductees-chosen/) - Three new members of the General Practice Hall of Fame will be recognized at the NCBA Annual Meeting.
- [Volunteers Needed For Tornado Victims](https://www.ncbar.org/news/volunteers-needed-for-tornado-victims/) - Volunteer pro bono attorneys are needed to address the legal needs of the survivors of the April 15 Greensboro Tornado.
- [Dean Rich Leonard Receives McKnight Award](https://www.ncbar.org/news/dean-rich-leonard-receives-mcknight-award/) - Dean J. Rich Leonard of Campbell Law School, is the 2018 recipient of the North Carolina Bar Association’s H. Brent McKnight Renaissance Lawyer Award.
- [Board Members, Officers Assume Office](https://www.ncbar.org/news/board-members-officers-assume-office/) - New board members and vice presidents assume office at NCBA Annual Meeting.
- [Hurricane Florence: Resources, Initiatives](https://www.ncbar.org/news/hurricane-florence-resources-initiatives/) - Several resources and initiatives have been developed and designed to harness the collective strength of the NCBA and NCBF.
- [Chief Justice Issues New Order](https://www.ncbar.org/news/chief-justice-issues-new-order/) - Chief Justice Mark Martin has issued a new order for counties affected by Hurricane Florence, superseding his Sept. 13 order.
- [2018 Proposed NC Constitutional Amendments](https://www.ncbar.org/news/2018-proposed-nc-constitutional-amendments/) - UNC-TV, in partnership with the NCBA, has produced educational programs that will air until election day on UNC-TV's NC Channel.
- [Nominate Legal Legends of Color](https://www.ncbar.org/news/nominate-legal-legends-of-color/) - The NCBA Minorities in the Profession Committee is accepting nominations for the fourth annual Legal Legends of Color Awards.
- [Hall of Fame Gets New Name](https://www.ncbar.org/news/hall-of-fame-gets-new-name/) - The NCBA General Practice Hall of Fame will now be known as the Legal Practice Hall of Fame.
- [Pro Bono Winners Selected](https://www.ncbar.org/news/pro-bono-winners-selected/) - The recipients of the 2019 Pro Bono Awards have been selected for recognition at the NCBA Annual Meeting in Asheville.
- [Citizen Lawyer Award Winners Announced](https://www.ncbar.org/news/citizen-lawyer-award-winners-announced/) - The Local Bar Outreach Subcommittee has announced the 2019 Citizen Lawyer Award winners.
- [Education Section Honors Murphy](https://www.ncbar.org/news/education-section-honors-murphy/) - The Education Law Section presented the Ann L. Majestic Distinguished Service Award to Janine Murphy on April 12.
- [Legal Feeding Frenzy Concludes](https://www.ncbar.org/news/legal-feeding-frenzy-concludes/) - Champions of the 2019 Legal Feeding Frenzy were recognized on Friday, April 26, at the N.C. Bar Center in Cary.
- [NCBA Elects New Vice Presidents](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-elects-new-vice-presidents/) - The NCBA Board of Governors met on April 12-13 in Wrightsville Beach and elected new vice presidents.
- [Hall of Fame Inductees Named](https://www.ncbar.org/news/hall-of-fame-inductees-named/) - The Senior Lawyers Division has announced its selections for induction into the Legal Practice Hall of Fame for 2019.
- [New NCBA Board Members Elected](https://www.ncbar.org/news/new-ncba-board-members-elected/) - The NCBA has elected a new slate of board members who will serve three-year terms on the Board of Governors from 2019-22.
- [Installation Address: President LeAnn Nease Brown](https://www.ncbar.org/news/installation-address-president-leann-nease-brown/) - LeAnn Nease Brown of Chapel Hill was installed as president of the North Carolina Bar Association on Saturday, June 22, at Biltmore in Asheville.
- [Apply For NCBA Public Service Academy](https://www.ncbar.org/news/apply-for-ncba-public-service-academy/) - The NCBA Public Service Academy will convene at the N.C. Bar Center on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 18-19, and Friday and Saturday, Nov. 8-9. The application deadline is Friday, Sept. 20.
- [Swearing-In Ceremonies Scheduled](https://www.ncbar.org/news/swearing-in-ceremonies-scheduled/) - The NCBA provides a compilation of mass swearing-in ceremonies across the state, using information provided by local bars.
- [Hall of Fame Nominations Open](https://www.ncbar.org/news/hall-of-fame-nominations-open/) - The Senior Lawyers Division is accepting Legal Practice Hall of Fame nominations through March 20.
- [MIP Presents Interview Day](https://www.ncbar.org/news/mip-presents-interview-day/) - The Minorities in the Profession Committee's 1L Summer Associate Program held Interview Day on Feb. 13.
- [Feeding Frenzy Up and Running](https://www.ncbar.org/news/feeding-frenzy-up-and-running/) - The NCBA Young Lawyers Division’s annual Legal Feeding Frenzy is scheduled March 1-31.
- [Leadership Academy Class Selected](https://www.ncbar.org/news/leadership-academy-class-selected/) - Seventeen young lawyers comprise the NCBA Leadership Academy Class of 2020.
- [Member Recounts COVID Scare](https://www.ncbar.org/news/member-recounts-covid-scare/) - NCBA member H. Arthur (Arty) Bolick II discusses his recent scare with COVID-19.
- [Legal Feeding Frenzy Results In!](https://www.ncbar.org/news/legal-feeding-frenzy-results-in/) - The champions of the 2020 N.C. Legal Feeding Frenzy were recognized on April 23.
- [UNC-TV Will Air Appellate Candidate Forums Sunday](https://www.ncbar.org/news/unc-tv-will-air-appellate-candidate-forums-sunday/) - UNC-TV, in partnership with the North Carolina Bar Association, will present forums featuring candidates for the Supreme Court and Court of Appeals on Sunday, Oct. 26.
- [NCBA, UNC-TV Present Forums](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-unc-tv-present-forums/) - UNC-TV, in partnership with the North Carolina Bar Association, will provide appellate judicial candidate forums in advance of the Nov. 4 general election.
- [NABE Honors David Bohm](https://www.ncbar.org/news/nabe-honors-david-bohm/) - David Bohm, assistant executive director of the North Carolina Bar Association since 2008, was recently honored by NABE.
- [Endowment Gifts Noted](https://www.ncbar.org/news/endowment-gifts-noted/) - The North Carolina Bar Association Foundation announces its most recent endowment grants approved on June 19, 2014, at the Board of Directors meeting in Wilmington.
- [NCBA Attorney Exchange Headed to Portugal](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-attorney-exchange-headed-to-portugal/) - The next NCBA Attorney Exchange will visit Portugal. The dates are April 17-29, 2015, and the application deadline is Feb. 20. The delegation will be selected on or before Feb. 28.
- [Helping Small Business Owners and Entrepreneurs](https://www.ncbar.org/news/helping-small-business-owners-and-entrepreneurs/) - Five Triangle lawyers recently donated a combined total of 25 hours to help small business owners and entrepreneurs.
- [Inventor Assistance Program Expands Into Tennessee](https://www.ncbar.org/news/inventor-assistance-program-expands-into-tennessee/) - NC LEAP will launch the expansion of its Inventor Assistance Program into Tennessee with regional launch events on June 1 in Nashville and in Memphis on June 3.
- [Economic Impact Report Released](https://www.ncbar.org/news/economic-impact-report-released/) - The report on the economic impact of the state court system has been released by the NCBA.
- [Legendary Lawyer Wade Smith Remembers His Roots](https://www.ncbar.org/news/legendary-lawyer-wade-smith-remembers-his-roots/) - When Wade Smith became the 37th recipient of the Judge John J. Parker Award, the first person he thanked was his elementary school principal, Miss B.C. Parker.
- [Banner Year Ahead For CLE Books](https://www.ncbar.org/news/banner-year-ahead-for-cle-books/) - Next year will be a banner year for CLE publications devoted to North Carolina law.
- [NCBA Tailgate Event Oct. 17 at Wake-UNC](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-tailgate-event-oct-17-at-wake-unc/) - The NCBA is hosting a tailgate and game experience Oct. 17 in Chapel Hill at the Wake Forest-UNC football game for members, their families and their guests.
- [Hackcess to Justice Hackathon! Oct. 24-25 at Campbell Law](https://www.ncbar.org/news/hackcess-to-justice-hackathon-oct-24-25-at-campbell-law/) - The NCBA will present North Carolina’s first-ever access to justice “Hackathon!” Oct. 24-25 at the Campbell Law School.
- [Three Starting Out Solo Programs Set Nov. 17](https://www.ncbar.org/news/three-starting-out-solo-programs-set-nov-17/) - Solo, Small Firm and General Practice Section offers Starting Out Solo Programs on Nov. 17 in Cary, Charlotte and Greensboro.
- [Veterans Initiatives Include New Section](https://www.ncbar.org/news/veterans-initiatives-include-new-section/) - The NCBA supports the legal needs of veterans, servicemembers and their families, and is forming a Military & Veterans Law Section.
- [Military & Veterans Law Section Forming](https://www.ncbar.org/news/military-veterans-law-section-forming/) - The North Carolina Bar Association is excited to announce the formation of the Military & Veterans Law Section.
- [Ask-A-Lawyer Day Set Saturday, Feb. 6](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ask-a-lawyer-day-set-saturday-feb-6/) - The Young Lawyers Division will provide free legal advice to citizens through the annual Ask-A-Lawyer Day on Saturday, Feb. 6, at 10 locations across the state.
- [NCBA Unveils New Blog](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-unveils-new-blog/) - The NCBA is pleased to announce the activation of its new blog, L3: Long Leaf Law.
- [Leadership Academy Class Announced](https://www.ncbar.org/news/leadership-academy-class-announced/) - Sixteen outstanding young lawyers have been selected for the North Carolina Bar Association Leadership Academy’s Class of 2016.
- [Hall of Fame Inductees Chosen](https://www.ncbar.org/news/hall-of-fame-inductees-chosen-2/) - Four new General Practice Hall of Fame members will be inducted on June 23 at the 118th Annual Meeting in Charlotte.
- [UNC-TV Announces Forum Air Times](https://www.ncbar.org/news/unc-tv-announces-forum-air-times/) - UNC-TV’s North Carolina Channel announces the broadcast schedule for the appellate candidate forums, produced in partnership with the NCBA.
- [Urgent: Volunteer Attorneys Needed](https://www.ncbar.org/news/urgent-volunteer-attorneys-needed/) - The NCBA, FEMA, LANC and the ABA Young Lawyers Division are partnering to provide free legal services to low-income survivors of Hurricane Matthew.
- [Apply Now For 2017 Leadership Academy](https://www.ncbar.org/news/apply-now-for-2017-leadership-academy/) - Applications are now being accepted for the 2017 NCBA Leadership Academy.
- [Free Legal Help For NC Storm Victims](https://www.ncbar.org/news/free-legal-help-for-nc-storm-victims/) - A toll-free legal aid hotline is now available for victims of Hurricane Matthew in North Carolina. The service is a partnership between the NCBA, LANC, ABA and FEMA.
- [More Volunteer Attorneys Needed!](https://www.ncbar.org/news/more-volunteer-attorneys-needed/) - More volunteer attorneys are needed immediately to assist victims of Hurricane Matthew.
- [Share Your Insight With Law Students](https://www.ncbar.org/news/share-your-insight-with-law-students/) - The Law Student Division is looking for young lawyers to join our NCBA Law Student Representatives for tabling sessions at N.C. law schools.
- [Senior Lawyers Division Spring Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/news/senior-lawyers-division-spring-meeting/) - The NCBA Senior Lawyers Division will hold its spring meeting March 30 through April 2 at the Kingston Plantation Embassy Suites in Myrtle Beach, S.C.
- [Ask-A-Lawyer Day Is April 22](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ask-a-lawyer-day-is-april-22/) - The Young Lawyers Division is pleased to present Ask-A-Lawyer Day 2017 on Saturday, April 22, at seven locations across the state.
- [N.C. Law Schools Encourage Local Hiring](https://www.ncbar.org/news/n-c-law-schools-encourage-local-hiring/) - All six in-state law schools are encouraging firms to utilize their career development resources when looking to hire new attorneys.
- [NCBA Leadership Academy: Apply Now](https://www.ncbar.org/news/ncba-leadership-academy-apply-now/) - Applications are now being accepted for the 2018 NCBA Leadership Academy. Deadline is Jan. 12.
- [Leadership Academy Class Selected](https://www.ncbar.org/news/leadership-academy-class-selected-3/) - Sixteen outstanding young lawyers have been selected for the NCBA Leadership Academy’s Class of 2018.
- [4ALL Service Day Is March 2](https://www.ncbar.org/news/4all-service-day-is-march-2/) - The North Carolina Bar Foundation’s 11th annual 4ALL Statewide Service Day will take place on Friday, March 2.
- [Law Provides Common Ground For Blended Family, Even If They Don’t Talk About It At Home](https://www.ncbar.org/news/law-provides-common-ground-for-blended-family-even-if-they-dont-talk-about-it-at-home/) - When Simone Rose and Michael Grace return to their Winston-Salem home every night, the last thing they want to talk about is law.
- [Legal Feeding Frenzy Extended](https://www.ncbar.org/news/legal-feeding-frenzy-extended/) - The 2018 Legal Feeding Frenzy has been extended until Wednesday, April 4.
- [2018 NCBA Annual Meeting Synopsis](https://www.ncbar.org/news/2018-ncba-annual-meeting-synopsis/) - The North Carolina Bar Association held its 2018 Annual Meeting on June 21-24 in Wilmington.

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- [Military Family Law and Professional Ethics](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/military-family-law-and-professional-ethics/) - This session focuses on the practical skills needed to handle military family law cases effectively, including "knowing the territory," associating competent co-counsel, and avoiding conflicts of interest. Learn how to use available resources to provide correct advice, how NOT to word the pension division clause in a settlement, and how to avoid overlooking assets in
- [2026 Military & Veterans Law Section Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2026-military-veterans-law-section-program-4/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Second Annual Minority Corporate Counsel Summit](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/second-annual-minority-corporate-counsel-summit-2/) - This CLE program offers attorneys a timely opportunity to gain practical insight and strategic perspective for navigating today's rapidly evolving legal, regulatory, and business environment. Designed for corporate, government, and private practitioners alike, the program emphasizes compliance strategies, effective leadership, and balancing legal risk with business objectives. Leave better equipped to drive meaningful impact within
- [Sustaining Inclusive Workplaces in a Shifting Legal and Political Climate: Practical Guidance for In-House Counsel](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/sustaining-inclusive-workplaces-in-a-shifting-legal-and-political-climate-practical-guidance-for-in-house-counsel/) - Amid growing legal and political pushback against corporate inclusion and equity initiatives, in-house counsel is increasingly asked to reconcile inclusive workplace goals with evolving legal and reputational risks. This panel discussion explores how corporate legal departments can support fair and inclusive cultures while navigating emerging legal risks at the state and federal levels.
- [Driving Compliance Strategy in Uncertain Times: A Primer on Data Privacy, Cybersecurity, AI, and Other Digital Frameworks](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/driving-compliance-strategy-in-uncertain-times-a-primer-on-data-privacy-cybersecurity-ai-and-other-digital-frameworks/) - This session provides an overview of an ever-evolving regulatory landscape, covering key areas of concern in the digital realm for many organizations. Speakers address regulations related to data privacy, cybersecurity, AI, and other areas of compliance and legal exposure. They also share practical tools to mitigate risk while being a strategic business partner.
- [Strategic Priorities for Today's In-House Counsel](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/strategic-priorities-for-todays-in-house-counsel/) - This session equips in-house attorneys with practical strategies for identifying, prioritizing, and responding to both urgent and day-to-day challenges in a rapidly evolving legal landscape. Explore how to effectively align legal, HR, and executive leadership objectives; understand key drivers behind litigation; balance legal risk with business goals; navigate shifting federal enforcement priorities; and leverage emerging
- [Are You AI-Ready? How to Evaluate Your Tech Before Your Next Big Purchase](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/are-you-ai-ready-how-to-evaluate-your-tech-before-your-next-big-purchase/) - Before you add AI to your firm’s toolkit, it pays to know what is already in the toolbox. Many firms are spending on overlapping subscriptions, underusing the platforms they have, and shopping for AI solutions to problems they have not clearly defined. This program gives you a straightforward methodology for taking stock of your technology,
- [Pillars of a Modern and Sustainable Law Practice (2026 Small Firm & Technology Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/pillars-of-a-modern-and-sustainable-law-practice-2026-small-firm-technology-section-program-2/) - This three-hour CLE equips attorneys with practical guidance across the key pillars of a modern legal practice. Trust Accounting 101 provides clear instructions on managing IOLTA trust accounts, helping lawyers maintain accurate records and stay confidently compliant. AI in Law Practice Today explains current trends in legal technology and demonstrates how AI tools can be
- [Trust Accounting 101: What Every Attorney Needs to Know](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/trust-accounting-101-what-every-attorney-needs-to-know/) - This session covers the essential principles of IOLTA trust account management, from proper setup and daily maintenance to best practices for staying compliant and audit-ready. Explore commonly overlooked areas that can lead to compliance issues, so you can confidently manage your trust accounts.
- [AI in Law Practice Today: Trends and Tools](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ai-in-law-practice-today-trends-and-tools/) - Legal professionals are no longer asking if they should adopt AI but how they can do so effectively. With 79% of legal professionals now using AI tools daily, the pace of innovation continues to accelerate. Dive into top trends shaping the future of AI-driven legal practice, using an assessment to determine how AI can benefit
- [Lawyer Well-Being: Managing Burnout and Transforming Stress and Perfectionism Into Strengths](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/lawyer-well-being-managing-burnout-and-transforming-stress-and-perfectionism-into-strengths-2/) - Lawyers are trained to push hard, think critically under stress, and deliver results. But the same qualities that fuel professional success can also lead to burnout and mental health struggles. This session takes a fresh look at lawyer well-being and offers a different way to look at concepts like perfectionism and stress. It also examines
- [Children in Foster Care (2026 Juvenile Justice & Children's Rights Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/children-in-foster-care-2026-juvenile-justice-childrens-rights-program-3/) - The 2026 Juvenile Justice & Children's Rights Program equips professionals with essential updates and practical guidance to better serve vulnerable youth and families. Learn about major reforms under the new Fostering Care in NC Act, hear firsthand accounts on improving educational outcomes for students in foster care, and gain strategies for handling children's testimony with
- [The Fostering Care in NC Act: Legislative Update on Foster Care in NC](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-fostering-care-in-nc-act-legislative-update-on-foster-care-in-nc/) - On June 26, 2025, the Fostering Care in NC Act (House Bill 612) was officially signed into law. Executive Director Gaile Osborne and others at the Foster Family Alliance of North Carolina, along with other organizations, advocated for the changes in law that address critical gaps in oversight and accountability across the state, prioritizing the
- [Educational Needs of Students in Foster Care](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/educational-needs-of-students-in-foster-care/) - Students experiencing foster care encounter significant obstacles in accessing their education, including frequent school changes, enrollment delays, missing credits, unreliable access to appropriate support services, and inconsistent identification for early intervention and special education services. Confusion over educational decision-making authority compounds these challenges, resulting at times in delayed — or nonexistent — education advocacy on
- [Children as Witnesses](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/children-as-witnesses/) - A child's testimony about their wishes as to their own custodial arrangement carries much strength in court proceedings. Over the years, our courts have attempted to protect the tender sensibilities of children testifying at trial, given the stressors placed upon children by the court system in general, and the competing claims of parents over the
- [2026 Military & Veterans Law Section Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2026-military-veterans-law-section-program-3/) - This program equips military and family law practitioners with practical and ethical guidance for handling complex divorce cases involving servicemembers and veterans. Sessions address military-specific custody, support, and pension division issues; common drafting errors; conflict avoidance; and ethical obligations unique to military practice. Also, gain tools to identify, trace and divide complex or hidden assets
- [False Claims Act Enforcement: 2025 Review and 2026 Forecast](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/false-claims-act-enforcement-2025-review-and-2026-forecast-2/) - This presentation offers a practical retrospective on False Claims Act (FCA) enforcement developments in 2025 and the first quarter of 2026, with a focus on the expanding use of the FCA beyond its traditional health care and government contracting roots. It examines how enforcement authorities are increasingly applying the statute to areas such as DEI-related
- [2026 North Carolina Legislative Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2026-north-carolina-legislative-update/) - Explore key legislative changes shaping administrative law in North Carolina. This panel discusses significant legislation enacted or pending before the General Assembly and examines how ongoing committee work impacts practitioners year-round.
- [2025 Significant Administrative Law Decisions in North Carolina](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-significant-administrative-law-decisions-in-north-carolina/) - In the past year, what decisions from North Carolina state and federal courts concern administrative law? How have these decisions impacted our daily work? Find out during this session.
- [2026 Rules Commission Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2026-rules-commission-update/) - The annual review of rules from agencies, licensing boards and state commissions affects the administrative process on a monthly basis. This session highlights recent significant changes and provides insightful suggestions for navigating the rules process.
- [A View From the Bench: Administrative Law Tips and Tricks](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/a-view-from-the-bench-administrative-law-tips-and-tricks/) - Listen to practice pointers and words of advice on how to practice before the Office of Administrative Hearings from three judges and from an attorney who regularly appears before administrative law judges.
- [2026 Administrative Law Section Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2026-administrative-law-section-program-4/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [In-Person Live | 47th Annual Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/in-person-live-47th-annual-estate-planning-fiduciary-law-program/) - In-person CLE programs that are live or in "real time" | Non-taxable
- [Live Webcast | 47th Annual Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/live-webcast-47th-annual-estate-planning-fiduciary-law-program/) - In-person CLE programs that are live or in "real time" | Non-taxable
- [2026 In-House Counsel Health Law Hot Topics Roundtable](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2026-in-house-counsel-health-law-hot-topics-roundtable/) - This session features a roundtable discussion of hot topics that are on the minds of in-house counsel from a variety of health care enterprises. Tune in to this exciting panel as they discuss topics ranging from physician compensation and regulatory enforcement trends to the impact of executive orders and privacy developments.
- [Government Enforcement and Compliance Developments: Insights From Former HHS-OIG Chief Counsel](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/government-enforcement-and-compliance-developments-insights-from-former-hhs-oig-chief-counsel/) - Former chief counsel at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Inspector General (OIG), Rob DeConti, shares his perspectives regarding government enforcement priorities under the current administration, emerging enforcement trends, and compliance program developments. Bringing his many years of government experience and leadership to bear, DeConti discusses key risks facing health
- [2026 Healthcare Privacy and Security Updates](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2026-healthcare-privacy-and-security-updates/) - Join us for a discussion on recent developments in the health care privacy and security landscape. Learn more about the impact of the U.S. Department of Justice's new Data Security Program regarding bulk transfers of U.S. sensitive personal data, its implications for cross-border data sharing, and compliance strategies for health care and life science entities.
- [Duty of Competence: Keeping Up With AI Ethics and Other Emerging Technologies](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/duty-of-competence-keeping-up-with-ai-ethics-and-other-emerging-technologies/) - Lawyers have a duty of competence. This extends to both their adoption of emerging technologies, such as AI products, and their use. Accordingly, awareness of technology is expected, and lawyers must adapt to practice changes influenced by technological innovation. This session covers the ethics rules implicating how lawyers adopt and use emerging technologies like AI.
- [Speech or Conduct? The First Amendment and Professional Licensure](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/speech-or-conduct-the-first-amendment-and-professional-licensure/) - Numerous cases are challenging professional licensure laws on First-Amendment grounds, focusing on the legal distinctions between regulating professional conduct and restricting protected speech. This session explores the rationale behind these challenges, how federal courts have approached the issue, and the implications of key U.S. Supreme Court decisions.
- [2026 Administrative Law Section Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2026-administrative-law-section-program-3/) - Join us for a comprehensive exploration of key topics in administrative law. Session topics include updates on legislative changes in North Carolina, First Amendment lawsuits impacting occupational licensing boards, and use of artificial intelligence in legal practice. Learn about significant administrative law decisions, Rules Review Commission updates, and strategies for practicing before the Office of
- [Adopting and Adapting AI in the Law Office](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/adopting-and-adapting-ai-in-the-law-office/) - As with any emerging technology, lawyers have a lot of questions about the risks associated with generative AI. However, they also know that there are rewards. How can you balance the two and make informed decisions to incorporate AI into your practice toolkit? In this session, we discuss how to choose AI tools wisely, how
- [30th Annual Elder and Special Needs Law Symposium](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/30th-annual-elder-and-special-needs-law-symposium-3/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [All Things Being Unequal: Medicaid and Asset Protection Planning for Married Couples on Divergent Life Paths](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/all-things-being-unequal-medicaid-and-asset-protection-planning-for-married-couples-on-divergent-life-paths/) - When a married couple presents different "health trajectories" (a polite way of describing one spouse as "healthy" and the other as "not-so-healthy"), Medicaid planning can involve both additional challenges and unexpected opportunities. A significant age difference can add yet another layer of complexity. This session explores how differing health and age profiles affect planning for
- [Advanced Special Needs Planning Beyond the SNT: Initial Client Interview](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/advanced-special-needs-planning-beyond-the-snt-initial-client-interview/) - Special needs planning is much more than just the special needs trust. This session reviews the special needs planning issues to discuss at the initial estate planning meeting with clients who have a child with a special need. This includes discussion of the child's diagnosis as well as current and potential challenges and capabilities; current
- [What's New in Elder and Special Needs Law: 2026 Legislative and Case Law Updates](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/whats-new-in-elder-and-special-needs-law-2026-legislative-and-case-law-updates/) - Hear about the recent legislative and case law updates that impact the practice of elder and special needs law, covering both federal and North Carolina state changes and updates.
- [Senior Evaluations: Understanding Dementia and Decision-Making Assessments](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/senior-evaluations-understanding-dementia-and-decision-making-assessments/) - Learn about the diagnosis of dementia, its common causes, and clinical presentations of various forms of dementia in older adults with contemporary treatment approaches. During this session, we also review elder financial abuse case studies to explore an appropriate approach to assessing decision-making capacity in seniors.
- [Fiduciary Duty of a Guardian](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/fiduciary-duty-of-a-guardian/) - Review North Carolina law and elder law aspirational standards that define the fiduciary duty of a court-appointed guardian and how that duty is often breached. Also, explore differences between breaches of fiduciary duty and dissatisfaction with a guardian's actions.
- [2026 Health Law Section Annual Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2026-health-law-section-annual-program/) - A new year, a new administration, and another transformative time for the health care industry. The NCBA Health Law Section's annual CLE brings together a dynamic lineup of speakers from across the health care spectrum to explore the most exciting new developments shaping the field today. This year's program features insights from two leaders in
- [2026 North Carolina Health Law Updates](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2026-north-carolina-health-law-updates/) - We're thrilled to kick things off with Dr. Devdutta Sangvai, who brings a wealth of knowledge from his roles as Secretary of the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS), a professor at the Duke University School of Medicine, and a family medicine physician. Dr. Sangvai provides a comprehensive breakdown of recent litigation,
- [Navigating AI in Life Sciences and Health Care: Legal Strategies for Third-Party Engagements](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/navigating-ai-in-life-sciences-and-health-care-legal-strategies-for-third-party-engagements/) - Explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping health care and life sciences, from emerging trends to regulatory frameworks. The session begins with an overview of AI, followed by a dynamic panel discussion addressing vendor selection, risk management, and contractual strategies.
- [Nonprofits and Real Estate Transactions: Sales, Financing and More](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/nonprofits-and-real-estate-transactions-sales-financing-and-more/) - Real estate transactions involving nonprofit organizations come with their own unique set of rules — and risks. From navigating the Attorney General's approval process for sales and understanding the legal complexities of leasing and financing to federal income tax issues and state tax considerations, this session provides the tools to confidently guide your clients through
- [What Can Real Estate Attorneys Do With AI?](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/what-can-real-estate-attorneys-do-with-ai/) - You have heard the buzz — AI is transforming much of the legal world. While much of the spotlight has been on litigation attorneys, real estate attorneys have just as much to gain from this technological shift. In this session, we cut through the hype and focus on real-world, practical application for real estate firms.
- [Hot Topics in Real Property (2026 Real Property Section Winter Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/hot-topics-in-real-property-2026-real-property-section-winter-program-3/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Understanding the Role of the Trustee: Duties, Liability and Mitigating Risk](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/understanding-the-role-of-the-trustee-duties-liability-and-mitigating-risk/) - This session examines a trustee's fiduciary duties under North Carolina law, explores the trustee's scope of potential liability, and considers available tools to mitigate risk under North Carolina's Uniform Trust Code.
- [Elder Law and Immigration: Benefits, Access Barriers and Estate Planning](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/elder-law-and-immigration-benefits-access-barriers-and-estate-planning/) - During this session, we cover several areas of immigration policy and law that impact elder and special needs law clients, including access to benefits for immigrants, health care/health insurance options for elderly immigrants, and advance planning for immigrant parents with children with special needs.
- [30th Annual Elder and Special Needs Law Symposium](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/30th-annual-elder-and-special-needs-law-symposium-4/) - The 30th Annual Elder and Special Needs Law Symposium offers insight from respected elder and special needs law practitioners and aging-service professionals from North Carolina and across the country. This year's program presents a diverse array of topics for all attorneys, whether new to the practice or a seasoned professional.
- [Ethical Considerations for North Carolina Attorneys Serving as Fiduciaries](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ethical-considerations-for-north-carolina-attorneys-serving-as-fiduciaries/) - Review requirements for fiduciary accounting as it relates to trusts, estates, and guardianships to remain in compliance with the North Carolina State Bar and ethical rules. This session provides more thorough training on the use of the North Carolina State Bar accounting forms and rules.
- [Fair Housing Act Essentials: Reasonable Accommodations, Modifications, and Disability Discrimination](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/fair-housing-act-essentials-reasonable-accommodations-modifications-and-disability-discrimination/) - This session provides an overview of the Fair Housing Act's protections for people with disabilities, including older adults. Examine the legal standards governing reasonable accommodations and reasonable modifications in housing, common forms of disability-based discrimination, and emerging issues affecting tenants with disabilities and seniors. Gain practical guidance on identifying violations, understanding housing provider obligations, and
- [Policy Management as a Moving Target: Compliance and Hot Button Issues in a Dynamic Regulatory Environment](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/policy-management-as-a-moving-target-compliance-and-hot-button-issues-in-a-dynamic-regulatory-environment/) - In this session, we show business attorneys how to safeguard clients amid fast-moving state and federal policy shifts that can upend strategy with little warning. Learn about building adaptable compliance frameworks, monitoring regulatory risk, and preparing clients for rapid operational pivots before issues escalate.
- [Protecting Your Investment: Dealing with Insolvent Business Partners and Guarding Against Insolvency Risk](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/protecting-your-investment-dealing-with-insolvent-business-partners-and-guarding-against-insolvency-risk/) - In a perfect world, we would never have to worry about insolvency. But often there is value in an insolvent business or we are entering into a deal that has above-average risk of insolvency. This session discusses the issues that may arise if you do not plan ahead and what tools are available to reduce
- [Taming (the AI) Lions: AI in Legal Drafting and Contract Practice](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/taming-the-ai-lions-ai-in-legal-drafting-and-contract-practice/) - Hear an overview of key legal considerations when using AI tools in legal drafting internally, as well as when contracting with AI-enabled vendors. This session starts with how AI can be used in legal drafting internally — specifically how it can help you save time and enable consistency. Then we turn to AI terms you
- [Le Grand Cirque Juridique - Ladies and Gentlemen, Lawyers of All Ages … (2026 Business Law and Corporate Counsel Sections Joint Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/le-grand-cirque-juridique-ladies-and-gentlemen-lawyers-of-all-ages-2026-business-law-and-corporate-counsel-sections-joint-program-4/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Hot Topics in Real Property (2026 Real Property Section Winter Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/hot-topics-in-real-property-2026-real-property-section-winter-program/) - Get ready to turn up the heat on your legal knowledge! This fast-paced, info-packed program spotlights the most pressing issues in real property law heading into 2026. From emerging trends to persistent challenges, we look at what's happening now, what's on the horizon, and what you need to know to stay ahead of the curve.
- [1031 Exchanges: A Comprehensive Overview for 2026](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/1031-exchanges-a-comprehensive-overview-for-2026/) - Gain a comprehensive understanding of 1031 exchanges to help your clients navigate the process smoothly and maintain IRS compliance. This session covers everything from the basic process to complex applications of Section 1031, offering practical guidance to help clients avoid significant tax consequences.
- [FinCEN Reporting in 2026: Residential Real Estate Rule](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/fincen-reporting-in-2026-residential-real-estate-rule/) - The clock is ticking. FinCEN's new Residential Real Estate Reporting Rule — originally set for December 2025 — was postponed to March 1, 2026. This gives us time to break down the who, what, where, when and why of the new reporting requirements for non-financed residential real estate transfers to legal entities or trusts. During
- [2026 Remote Notary in NC](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2026-remote-notary-in-nc/) - After years of anticipation, North Carolina has adopted the rules for Remote Electronic Notarization (REN), and the Secretary of State's office has been working full throttle to bring this new era to life! Learn about the process for conducting RENs, requirements and prohibitions, updated notary requirements, security standards, and more. With platform approvals targeted for
- [Let's Talk About Landlord and Tenant Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/lets-talk-about-landlord-and-tenant-law/) - Every real estate attorney needs a solid grasp of basic landlord/tenant law, and this session aims to deliver exactly that. Whether you are advising clients, reviewing leases, or navigating eviction proceedings, understanding this changing landscape is essential. We break down key statutes and principles, examine common pitfalls, and discuss recent developments so you can advise
- [Subcontractor Defaults](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/subcontractor-defaults/) - Even the best subcontractors struggle to perform on some projects. In this session, we discuss common issues that arise when a subcontractor defaults and options for responding to events of default, including providing notice of default, supplementing subcontractor forces, taking possession of materials or equipment, accelerating schedules, terminating the subcontractor, dealing with sureties, pursuing payment
- [The Only Constant Is Change: Dealing With Delays, Funding Disruptions, Design Issues and Other Changes (2026 Construction Law Section Winter Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-only-constant-is-change-dealing-with-delays-funding-disruptions-design-issues-and-other-changes-2026-construction-law-section-winter-program-4/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Le Grand Cirque Juridique — Ladies and Gentlemen, Lawyers of All Ages … (2026 Business Law and Corporate Counsel Sections Joint Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/le-grand-cirque-juridique-ladies-and-gentlemen-lawyers-of-all-ages-2026-business-law-and-corporate-counsel-sections-joint-program-3/) - Welcome to the "circus of the law," where legal minds juggle today's hottest topics under our profession's "big top." From the AI high-wire act to the tightrope walk of employment law, our daring performers keep you on the edge of your seat — but wait, there's more! This CLE explores daring feats of business integrations,
- [Boundaries, Money, and Sex: The State Bar Grievance Process](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/boundaries-money-and-sex-the-state-bar-grievance-process/) - Let's talk about common attorney misconduct — the unauthorized practice of law, trust accounting, and sex with clients — and how to avoid it in the first place. We also cover how the bar handles such misconduct and best practices when facing an investigation. Viewer discretion is advised.
- [Post-Transaction/Merger Integration Strategy](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/post-transaction-merger-integration-strategy/) - In this session, we look at the strategic thinking that should precede the integration process and consider some of the more common alternatives to post-integration strategy. We also examine the macro areas of what should be integrated in various scenarios — what challenges might arise and the things that often create transaction regrets on both
- [Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) Options and Explanations](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/long-term-incentive-plan-ltip-options-and-explanations/) - Long-term incentive plans (LTIPs) play an important role in compensating and motivating employees and driving a company's bottom line. During this session, we walk you through the key decision points that might lead you to choose one type of LTIP over another. The session also includes a high-level discussion of securities law compliance considerations and
- [Crisis Management: How to Manage the Workplace Investigation](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/crisis-management-how-to-manage-the-workplace-investigation/) - When a crisis erupts, your job as counsel is to manage it — and this session helps prepare you to do exactly that. Hear from a team of in-house and outside counsel as they offer strategies for advance preparation, tips for strengthening relationships with critical stakeholders, a framework for managing through adversity, an investigation timeline,
- [Calm in the Midst of Chaos: Resilience Training for Lawyers and Judges](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/calm-in-the-midst-of-chaos-resilience-training-for-lawyers-and-judges/) - Practicing law is stressful, often chaotic. Many more factors are out of our control than we care to admit. The more energy we exert trying to control the uncontrollable, the more chaotic and unmanageable our internal thoughts and feelings can become — but there is hope! The good news is that resilience is a learned
- [2026 U.S. Supreme Court Business Law Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2026-u-s-supreme-court-business-law-update/) - In the past year, the U.S. Supreme Court issued several rulings that significantly reshaped the regulatory and legal landscape for businesses. We examine the Court's overturning of the Chevron doctrine — which curbs federal agencies' interpretative authority and enhances judicial oversight of administrative actions — and review key decisions that also affected bankruptcy proceedings, intellectual
- [The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-family-and-medical-leave-act-fmla-and-the-americans-with-disabilities-act-ada/) - Leave laws and disability protections continue to evolve, creating significant challenges for employers and practitioners. Gain a better understanding of the complex relationship between the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), including eligibility standards, reasonable accommodations, intermittent leave, and the interactive process.
- [2026 Fundamentals of Employment Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2026-fundamentals-of-employment-law-4/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [The Only Constant Is Change: Dealing With Delays, Funding Disruptions, Design Issues and Other Changes (2026 Construction Law Section Winter Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-only-constant-is-change-dealing-with-delays-funding-disruptions-design-issues-and-other-changes-2026-construction-law-section-winter-program-3/) - One thing you can count on in any construction project is that it will not go exactly as planned. This program prepares construction law practitioners to navigate the delays, changes, design issues, and other project disruptions that commonly arise — especially amid shifting federal priorities and economic uncertainty. To begin the program, speakers share strategies
- [Strategic Considerations and Best Practices for Addressing Bankruptcy and Receivership Risks in Your Construction Law Practice](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/strategic-considerations-and-best-practices-for-addressing-bankruptcy-and-receivership-risks-in-your-construction-law-practice/) - You can't get blood from a stone, but how can you best position your client to mitigate the risk of potential bankruptcy or receivership? In today's market, bankruptcy is a risk that needs to be considered. This session explores what you can do to protect your clients from insolvency risks on the front end and
- [Navigating Construction Delays and Disruptions to Federal Funding](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/navigating-construction-delays-and-disruptions-to-federal-funding/) - Federal funding for construction projects and programs is changing by the day. What does this mean for your clients? This session addresses considerations for navigating changes to planned federal funding sources, including issues related to project termination and scope changes, potential claims arising out of these changes, and issues to consider at the contracting stage.
- [Recent Changes to the Federal Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/recent-changes-to-the-federal-disadvantaged-business-enterprise-dbe-program/) - The federal program seeking to increase the participation of disadvantaged business enterprises has been in place for more than 40 years and has had a material impact on the construction industry. Recent changes to this program have the potential to make a significant impact on the industry for owners, general contractors, and subcontractors. This session
- [Working With Experts: Construction Delay Claims and Damages](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/working-with-experts-construction-delay-claims-and-damages/) - Experts are a critical part of most construction claims. This presentation explores best practices for working with experts on delay claims, schedule analyses, and damages assessments. It highlights the importance of bringing in qualified experts early in the process, providing those experts with the information needed to perform a defensible analysis, dealing with imperfect datasets,
- [Even the Best-Laid Plans: Standard of Care for Engineers](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/even-the-best-laid-plans-standard-of-care-for-engineers/) - Even the best-laid plans of architects, engineers and designers go awry. The standard of care for these professional services is not perfection, but errors, omissions, and mistakes can have a major impact on projects. This session explores issues related to errors and omissions in design documents, the standard of care applicable to design professionals, roles
- [Evolving Issues in Judicial Independence and the Rule of Law at the State, Federal and International Levels](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/evolving-issues-in-judicial-independence-and-the-rule-of-law-at-the-state-federal-and-international-levels-2/) - Both at home and internationally, the independence of the judiciary and the independence of the bar are under increasing pressure. Our panelists discuss how current events are impacting the work of the judiciary and attorneys, and how both groups can come together to support the rule of law and one another.
- [Basics of Litigating Employment Law Cases](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/basics-of-litigating-employment-law-cases/) - Experienced trial lawyers discuss the fundamentals of pretrial proceedings through mediation and summary judgment in a typical employment law case in federal court. Learn best practices for proceeding toward trial from both the plaintiff's perspective and the defendant's perspective.
- [2026 Fundamentals of Employment Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2026-fundamentals-of-employment-law-3/) - Employment law is critically important to businesses and to the general public, as the rights and responsibilities of employers and employees continually develop and evolve. Staying current with employment law developments is essential for providing effective counsel in today's rapidly changing workplace. This program, both a basic primer and a useful update, provides a general
- [Practical Employment Law Case Evaluations](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/practical-employment-law-case-evaluations/) - Case evaluations are the foundation of an effective litigation strategy. During this session, panelists discuss best practices for gathering key facts, evaluating witness credibility, assessing liability exposure, analyzing damages, identifying coverage issues, understanding procedural posture, and determining settlement value. They also share real-world insights on communicating case value to clients, forecasting litigation risks, and adjusting
- [NC Employment Law Overview](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/nc-employment-law-overview/) - Receive a basic overview of the common law doctrine of "employment-at‐will" and North Carolina statutory and common law claims, including wrongful discharge in violation of public policy, the Retaliatory Employment Discrimination Act (REDA), and employment‐related torts such as negligent hiring and retention, tortious interference with contract, defamation, and intentional and negligent infliction of emotional distress.
- [Federal Discrimination Laws](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/federal-discrimination-laws/) - Learn the fundamentals of the critical federal statutes governing claims of unlawful discrimination in employment based on factors such as race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender, age and disability — Title VII, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and related federal statutes.
- [Wage and Hour Essentials](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/wage-and-hour-essentials/) - This session offers an essential foundation for understanding wage and hour law in North Carolina, focusing on the core requirements of both the Fair Labor Standards Act (federal) and the North Carolina Wage and Hour Act (state). We explore critical topics such as the minimum wage, overtime premiums, promised wages, independent contractor misclassification, wage deductions,
- [HIPAA in Flux: New Rules, Cybersecurity Enforcement and Emerging Risks](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/hipaa-in-flux-new-rules-cybersecurity-enforcement-and-emerging-risks-2/) - HIPAA compliance is evolving rapidly as regulators respond to cybersecurity threats, emerging privacy issues, and expanded patient rights. This program reviews recent regulatory developments, enforcement initiatives from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights (OCR), and emerging risks affecting providers, health systems, and healthcare technology companies.
- [30th Annual Elder and Special Needs Law Symposium](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/30th-annual-elder-and-special-needs-law-symposium-2/) - The 30th Annual Elder and Special Needs Law Symposium offers insight from respected elder and special needs law practitioners and aging-service professionals from North Carolina and across the country. This year's program presents a diverse array of topics for all attorneys, whether new to the practice or a seasoned professional.
- [Bridging Perspectives: Building Skills, Communities and Connection (2026 Dispute Resolution Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/bridging-perspectives-building-skills-communities-and-connection-2026-dispute-resolution-section-program-3/) - Bridging Perspectives: Building Skills, Communities and Connection brings mediators together for practical learning and dialogue. This CLE is designed to strengthen the essential skills that mediators rely on, from negotiation strategies and restorative practices to understanding the needs of neurodiverse participants. Gain insight into current developments from the North Carolina Dispute Resolution Commission and engage
- [Finding Common Ground and Building Communities: An Introduction to Restorative Practices](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/finding-common-ground-and-building-communities-an-introduction-to-restorative-practices/) - Join us for a dynamic exploration of restorative practices and their power to transform conflict into connection. This session grounds participants in the core principles of restorative practice and the leading role of the facilitator in fostering understanding and healing. Through a live restorative circle experience, reflect on the diversity of clients we serve —
- [2026 NC Dispute Resolution Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2026-nc-dispute-resolution-update/) - During this session, the DRC executive director and current Commission members discuss the ethical questions most commonly presented by mediators. Gain insight into the DRC's recent advisory opinions, matters under consideration by the Commission, and best practices for complying with current program rules and the Standards of Professional Conduct for Mediators.
- [Mediation and Negotiation Best Practices to Achieve Settlement](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/mediation-and-negotiation-best-practices-to-achieve-settlement/) - Mediation trainers have been teaching certain philosophies and techniques for generations. Mediators have been mediating under those rubrics for decades. But are they valid? Or is it just learned wisdom? These ideas worked for my trainer/mentor, so they must be good. Or are they? We look at two scientific studies of mediator behavior and negotiation
- [Neurodiversity for Dispute Resolution Practitioners: Strategies for Success](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/neurodiversity-for-dispute-resolution-practitioners-strategies-for-success/) - "Neurodivergent" is a term used to describe people whose brains work differently than the neurotypical majority. Those differences include how they communicate, think, and process information. Join us for a physician's explanation on the theory of neurodiversity (including ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, and dyslexia), its prevalence, symptoms and presentations, and modern treatment approaches, and hear
- [Wisdom From the Table: Lessons Learned From Seasoned Mediators](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/wisdom-from-the-table-lessons-learned-from-seasoned-mediators/) - In this reflective and inspiring session, a panel of experienced mediators share memorable stories from mediations that shaped their practice — moments that were challenging, enlightening, or deeply transformative. Through these real-world anecdotes, panelists connect their insights to the North Carolina program rules and Standards of Professional Conduct for Mediators, illustrating how these guiding principles
- [Bridging Perspectives: Building Skills, Communities and Connection (2026 Dispute Resolution Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/bridging-perspectives-building-skills-communities-and-connection-2026-dispute-resolution-section-program-4/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Navigating the Legal Landscape in Education: Hot Issues and Emerging Trends (2026 Education Law Section Annual Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/navigating-the-legal-landscape-in-education-hot-issues-and-emerging-trends-2026-education-law-section-annual-program-2/) - Master the latest in education law with this comprehensive program! The speakers cover various topics from disability law updates and data management considerations to public records compliance and Robert's Rules. There is also a discussion of how attorneys can responsibly integrate artificial intelligence into their workflows. Whether you are a new attorney or a seasoned
- [2026 Administrative Law Section Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2026-administrative-law-section-program-2/) - Join us for a comprehensive exploration of key topics in administrative law. Session topics include updates on legislative changes in North Carolina, First Amendment lawsuits impacting occupational licensing boards, and use of artificial intelligence in legal practice. Attendees learn about significant administrative law decisions, Rules Review Commission updates, and strategies for practicing before the Office
- [2026 Criminal Justice Section Annual Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2026-criminal-justice-section-annual-program-2-2/) - This comprehensive CLE brings together North Carolina state and federal judges, seasoned litigators, and subject-matter experts for a deep dive into today's most pressing criminal law issues. From jury selection strategies and DWI litigation trends to digital discovery challenges and immigration-related offenses, participants gain practical tools to elevate their advocacy. Engaging judicial panels offer rare
- [2026 Fundamentals of Employment Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2026-fundamentals-of-employment-law-2/) - Employment law is critically important to businesses and to the general public, as the rights and responsibilities of employers and employees continually develop and evolve. Staying current with employment law developments is essential for providing effective counsel in today's rapidly changing workplace. This program, both a basic primer and a useful update, provides a general
- [Bridging Perspectives: Building Skills, Communities and Connection (2026 Dispute Resolution Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/bridging-perspectives-building-skills-communities-and-connection-2026-dispute-resolution-section-program-2/) - Bridging Perspectives: Building Skills, Communities and Connection brings mediators together for a full day of practical learning and dialogue. This CLE is designed to strengthen the essential skills that mediators rely on, from negotiation strategies and restorative practices to understanding the needs of neurodiverse participants. Attendees gain insight into current developments from the North Carolina
- [2026 Military & Veterans Law Section Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2026-military-veterans-law-section-program-2/) - This program equips military and family law practitioners with practical and ethical guidance for handling complex divorce cases involving servicemembers and veterans. Sessions address military-specific custody, support, and pension division issues; common drafting errors; conflict avoidance; and ethical obligations unique to military practice. Attorneys also gain tools to identify, trace and divide complex or hidden
- [2026 Health Law Section Annual Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2026-health-law-section-annual-program-2/) - A new year, a new administration, and another transformative time for the health care industry. The NCBA Health Law Section's annual CLE brings together a dynamic lineup of speakers from across the health care spectrum to explore the most exciting new developments shaping the field today. This year's program features insights from two leaders in
- [Children in Foster Care (2026 Juvenile Justice & Children's Rights Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/children-in-foster-care-2026-juvenile-justice-childrens-rights-program-2/) - The 2026 Juvenile Justice & Children's Rights Program equips professionals with essential updates and practical guidance to better serve vulnerable youth and families. Attendees learn about major reforms under the new Fostering Care in NC Act, hear firsthand accounts on improving educational outcomes for students in foster care, and gain strategies for handling children's testimony
- ["Crimmigration" in Federal and State Court Practice](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/crimmigration-in-federal-and-state-court-practice/) - Immigration issues are front and center, and criminal justice practitioners are in the eye of the storm. Immigration law and criminal law have increasingly merged into a new and growing area of law — "Crimmigration." Presenters cover the legal and practice issues at the intersection of immigration and criminal law in state and federal practice.
- [Driving While Impaired in NC: Trends, Challenges and Best Practices](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/driving-while-impaired-in-nc-trends-challenges-and-best-practices/) - DWI enforcement and litigation in North Carolina continue to evolve with changes in case law, technology, and forensic practices. This session reviews current trends in stops, checkpoints, breath and blood testing, and sentencing considerations. Speakers highlight recurring pitfalls in DWI prosecution and defense, along with strategies that withstand scrutiny under appellate decisions. Leave with actionable
- [Basics of Estate Planning](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/basics-of-estate-planning-5/) - Starting off with a definition, this session identifies the fundamental goals and objectives of estate planning, explores forms of ownership and beneficiary designations, and explains the significance of title. It also reviews the different types of wills (including living wills) and powers of attorney (including durable powers of attorney and health care powers of attorney),
- [2026 Basics of Estate Administration](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2026-basics-of-estate-administration-2/) - Estate administration can be a lengthy and complex process rife with potential pitfalls and costly missteps. Even the most seemingly straightforward case can quickly become challenging to navigate. So, where do you start? What documentation do you need? Which of the decedent's assets are subject to administration and which are not? What paperwork needs to
- [2026 Basics of Will and Revocable Trust Drafting](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2026-basics-of-will-and-revocable-trust-drafting-2/) - In this program, experienced practitioners address the basic tax and non-tax issues involved in estate planning and the drafting of wills and revocable trusts. While designed primarily for attorneys, paralegals, legal assistants, trust officers, and accountants who have limited experience in this area of practice, the program also serves as an excellent refresher course for
- [Will Drafting: Non-Tax Issues](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/will-drafting-non-tax-issues-5/) - Review important definitions pertaining to non-tax issues and dive into a discussion of various provisions (including payment of debts and expenses; guardianship; funeral, burial or cremation instructions; and waiver of bond) and clauses (including compensation of executor, presumption of survivorship, and the exordium clause). This presentation also discusses devise of tangible personal property, real property
- [Will Drafting: Tax Issues](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/will-drafting-tax-issues-5/) - Find out how to plan for estate tax savings and marital and credit shelter trusts, then discuss tax implications of fiduciary selection and fiduciary powers.
- [Revocable Trust Drafting](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/revocable-trust-drafting-4/) - Gain insight into the use of revocable trusts as the presenter explores finding issues and transfer of assets to trusts, disposition of personal property and real property, and integration of tax planning strategies.
- [2026 Basics of Will and Revocable Trust Drafting](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2026-basics-of-will-and-revocable-trust-drafting-3/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Defending in the Digital Age: Practical Tips for Technical Evidence in Criminal Justice Cases](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/defending-in-the-digital-age-practical-tips-for-technical-evidence-in-criminal-justice-cases/) - With the proliferation of types and sources of digital evidence, law enforcement agencies and prosecutors are armed with more information than ever to prosecute cases. Defense lawyers have to stay on top of what evidence may be available, how to access it, and what it means. This presentation covers the defense lawyer's obligation to understand
- [Twelve People, One Chance: Winning the Case in Jury Selection](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/twelve-people-one-chance-winning-the-case-in-jury-selection/) - Jury selection remains one of the most decisive stages of a criminal trial, often shaping the outcome before the first witness is called. This session focuses on identifying bias, building trust, and crafting questions that uncover meaningful information from potential jurors. Presenters discuss techniques specific to North Carolina practice, including managing Batson issues and making
- [The View From the Federal Bench: Perspectives From A North Carolina Federal Judge in Criminal Cases](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-view-from-the-federal-bench-perspectives-from-a-north-carolina-federal-judge-in-criminal-cases/) - Get an inside look at how one of North Carolina's federal trial judges analyzes and manages criminal cases in today's courts, and explore how recent legal developments, caseload trends and resource limitations impact judicial decision-making. During this session, Judge Bill Osteen shares perspectives shaped by more than a decade on the District Court bench, as
- [The View From the State Bench: Perspectives From North Carolina State Judges in Criminal Cases](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-view-from-the-state-bench-perspectives-from-north-carolina-state-judges-in-criminal-cases/) - This session offers an inside look at how North Carolina trial judges analyze and manage criminal cases in today's courts. Hear judges discuss common challenges they see from both prosecutors and defense attorneys, including motion practice, evidentiary issues and courtroom professionalism. The panel explores how recent legal developments, caseload trends, and resource limitations impact judicial
- [Let's Talk Comp (2026 Workers' Compensation Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/lets-talk-comp-2026-workers-compensation-section-program-2/) - This year's program offers a comprehensive overview of recent developments and practical insights in workers' compensation practice. Participants explore a wide range of timely topics, including navigating claims involving non-English-speaking employees, understanding recent updates from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and their impact on Medicare set-aside allocations, and managing complex psychological claims.
- [2026 Industrial Commission Update: Updates and Insights](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2026-industrial-commission-update-updates-and-insights/) - Hear an update on the latest news and developments from the Industrial Commission, including fiscal year statistics, new appointments, and use of the electronic portal.
- [Speaking My Language: Using Interpreters in Workers' Compensation Hearings](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/speaking-my-language-using-interpreters-in-workers-compensation-hearings/) - Learn how to navigate a claim from both the employer and employee perspectives when dealing with a non-English-speaking employee.
- [Changes With Workers’ Compensation Medicare Set-Aside Arrangement (WCMSA) in 2025](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/changes-with-workers-compensation-medicare-set-aside-arrangement-wcmsa-in-2025/) - Medicare has tied up some loopholes. Find out what you need to know about the changes involving Medicare set-asides and how to utilize them in your settlements.
- [Psychological Thrillers! Pyschological Workers' Compensation Claims in North Carolina](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/psychological-thrillers-pyschological-workers-compensation-claims-in-north-carolina/) - Psych claims can be difficult to handle. This session provides an overview of the four different types of psych claims and what is needed to prove and defend against them.
- [Third-Party Rights in Workers' Compensation](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/third-party-rights-in-workers-compensation/) - This session offers a focused review of third-party liens under N.C.G.S. § 97-10.2. Leave with practical strategies to effectively negotiate and resolve liens for their clients.
- [2026 Workers' Compensation Case Law Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2026-workers-compensation-case-law-update/) - Get up to speed on the cases, both published and unpublished, that came out over the past year.
- [Visit With a Physiatrist: Neurological Injuries in Workers' Compensation](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/visit-with-a-physiatrist-neurological-injuries-in-workers-compensation/) - This session provides a look at the neurological conditions most frequently encountered in workers' compensation claims, offering valuable medical context for attorneys handling these cases. Drawing on clinical experience, Dr. Patel explains how common neurological injuries are diagnosed, treated, and documented in the medical record.
- [Feeling the Burnout: Signs, Causes, and Consequences of Professional Burnout](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/feeling-the-burnout-signs-causes-and-consequences-of-professional-burnout/) - In an era of increasing caseloads and heightened client expectations, managing stress and maintaining professional well-being are critical to long-term success. This session explores the signs, causes, and consequences of professional burnout. Learn strategies to enhance resilience, improve work-life balance, and create sustainable practice habits.
- [2026 Criminal Justice Section Annual Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2026-criminal-justice-section-annual-program-2/) - This comprehensive CLE brings together North Carolina state and federal judges, seasoned litigators, and subject-matter experts for a deep dive into today's most pressing criminal law issues. From jury selection strategies and DWI litigation trends to digital discovery challenges and immigration-related offenses, gain practical tools to elevate their advocacy. Engaging judicial panels offer rare insights
- [Algorithmic Pricing and Antitrust](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/algorithmic-pricing-and-antitrust/) - Learn about the increasing use of algorithmic pricing tools and recent antitrust cases explaining when the use of such tools can constitute anticompetitive conduct.
- [Navigating Class Action Settlements: From Filing to Final Approval](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/navigating-class-action-settlements-from-filing-to-final-approval/) - Using examples from recent class action settlements and related litigation, this session explores the ins and outs of class action settlements, focusing on fundamental principles, practical pointers, ethical concerns and real-world illustrations.
- [Discovery in Practice: Drafting Requests, Objections and Motions](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/discovery-in-practice-drafting-requests-objections-and-motions/) - Lawyers usually try to avoid discovery motions, but the best way to prevent them — or win them — is through preparation. This session covers practical strategies for drafting discovery requests, crafting effective objections, and positioning your case to succeed if motions practice becomes unavoidable.
- [2026 Business Court Judges Panel](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2026-business-court-judges-panel/) - Frequently regarded as the highlight of the section's annual CLE, this panel discussion features sitting Business Court judges who offer their perspectives about practice before the Business Court.
- [Mental Health in the Profession: Protecting Your Most Valuable Asset and Navigating Stress in Your Practice and Life](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/mental-health-in-the-profession-protecting-your-most-valuable-asset-and-navigating-stress-in-your-practice-and-life/) - This panel, featuring practicing attorneys and a representative from the NC Lawyer Assistance Program (NCLAP), discusses the burdens of the legal profession, their impact on mental health, and the resources available to address anxiety, depression, and substance abuse.
- [2026 Antitrust & Complex Business Disputes Law Section Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2026-antitrust-complex-business-disputes-law-section-program-3/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [State Your Claim: Trends, Tips and Pitfalls in Pleading](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/state-your-claim-trends-tips-and-pitfalls-in-pleading/) - During this session, we review the recent Business Court opinions deciding 12(b)(6) motions on common commercial claims and analyze trends, provide tips for pleading, and identify common pitfalls.
- [Reflections From the Bar: Ethics Lessons Learned From Distinguished Workers' Compensation Practitioners](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/reflections-from-the-bar-ethics-lessons-learned-from-distinguished-workers-compensation-practitioners/) - In this engaging and reflective session, veteran attorneys and pillars of the workers' compensation bar look back on their decades-long careers, sharing insights gained from practice, mentorship, and leadership in the field. They reflect on how the practice has evolved, highlight ethical pitfalls encountered over the years, and discuss application of the Rules of Professional
- [The Employee Handbook Minefield: Reducing Risk Through Smart Drafting](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-employee-handbook-minefield-reducing-risk-through-smart-drafting-3/) - This program focuses on the must-have, nice-to-have, and those-to-avoid policies for employee handbooks for North Carolina and multi-state employers. We discuss a variety of hot topics including sick leave and paid family leave laws, wage and hour issues, and employee privacy and monitoring, as well as issues related to AI and data security. Walk away
- [Integrating Electronically Stored Information (ESI): From the Client to the Courtroom](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/integrating-electronically-stored-information-esi-from-the-client-to-the-courtroom-2/) - In this program, digital forensics examiners guide participants through best practices for integrating electronically stored information (ESI) at every stage of a case — from the initial client consultation through courtroom presentation. Learn how to effectively engage forensic experts; draft subpoenas, protocols, and requests for production; and identify the most valuable sources of digital evidence.
- [The Modern Paralegal (Power Skills for the Evolving Legal World)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-modern-paralegal-power-skills-for-the-evolving-legal-world-3/) - Advance your career and sharpen your skills at this professional development conference. Learn practical strategies to streamline work, manage time and billing, and strengthen communication with attorneys. Industry experts share insights on technology, Excel tips, billing best practices, and professional collaboration. Leave equipped to work smarter, add measurable value to your firm, and take the
- [Technology in Paralegal Practice: Case Management, E-Discovery, and Efficient Workflows](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/technology-in-paralegal-practice-case-management-e-discovery-and-efficient-workflows/) - Technology continues to redefine the legal landscape. Discover how to make the most of your firm's tools — from case management software to e-discovery systems and document automation. Learn how technology can streamline workflows, reduce redundancy, and help paralegals stay one step ahead in managing complex matters.
- [Technology in Paralegal Practice: Leveraging Excel for Legal Professionals](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/technology-in-paralegal-practice-leveraging-excel-for-legal-professionals/) - Go beyond basic spreadsheets. This session dives into practical Excel techniques tailored for paralegals, including formulas for calculating, organizing, evaluating, and tracking data. Leave with actionable shortcuts and time-saving tips designed to boost productivity and accuracy in daily legal work.
- [Billing and Timekeeping Challenges for Paralegals: Tracking Value in a Changing Legal Marketplace](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/billing-and-timekeeping-challenges-for-paralegals-tracking-value-in-a-changing-legal-marketplace/) - Billing is more than recording hours — it's about demonstrating value. Explore how paralegals can accurately capture billable and non-billable time, avoid common timekeeping pitfalls, and understand the firm's financial ecosystem. Gain insight into best practices for billing narratives and technology tools that simplify tracking.
- [Navigating the Attorney-Paralegal Relationship: Collaboration, Expectations, and Professional Boundaries for Paralegals](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/navigating-the-attorney-paralegal-relationship-collaboration-expectations-and-professional-boundaries-for-paralegals/) - The attorney-paralegal relationship is central to every successful case, but even strong partnerships require structure. Our dynamic speakers explore how attorneys and paralegals can communicate effectively, manage workloads, and clearly define roles to prevent misunderstandings or unauthorized practice of law (UPL). Expect candid insights from both perspectives and real-world tips for creating productive, respectful working
- [2026 Antitrust & Complex Business Disputes Law Section Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2026-antitrust-complex-business-disputes-law-section-program-2/) - This CLE offers a mix of timely legal developments, practical guidance, and professional insight for lawyers handling complex business disputes. Explore topics ranging from music copyright and class action settlements to effective discovery practice, pleading trends, and the antitrust implications of algorithmic pricing. The program also addresses mental health and well-being in the profession and
- [Drop That Bass: Can One Song Define a Genre?](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/drop-that-bass-can-one-song-define-a-genre/) - After a brief overview of music copyright — including compositions versus sound recordings, fair use, covers, and sampling — this session discusses the ongoing litigation over the 1989 song "Fish Market," which involves thousands of songs and seeks to establish ownership of the foundational elements of the entire musical genre of reggaeton.
- [Thriving in the Practice of Law: Stress Management and Well-Being Skills](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/thriving-in-the-practice-of-law-stress-management-and-well-being-skills-2/) - Attorneys work in settings that demand sustained focus, sound judgment, and emotional control under pressure. When stress goes unaddressed, it can affect professional performance, workplace relationships, and overall well-being. This program provides practical, evidence-based strategies attorneys can use to manage stress, respond more effectively during high-pressure situations, and reduce burnout over time. Also, our speakers
- [Accounting 101 for Lawyers](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/accounting-101-for-lawyers-2/) - Understanding the nexus between accounting and the law provides attorneys with tools to effectively navigate and address the financial aspects of a case. This program focuses on providing an overview of fundamental accounting principles and concepts, a company's financial statements, and accounting fraud and legal implications. Receive practical, real-world examples and insights that enhance your
- [Practice Tips From the North Carolina Secretary of State’s Office: The Almost A-to-Z Version (From Authentications to Trademarks, Including Business Formation, Notary, and Securities Basics)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/practice-tips-from-the-north-carolina-secretary-of-states-office-the-almost-a-to-z-version-from-authentications-to-trademarks-including-business-formation-notary-and-securities-basics-2/) - In this program, Secretary of State experts spend time discussing the authentications/apostille process, the business formation process, charitable solicitation licensing tips, notary law changes every lawyer needs to know, the basics of securities law, and why registering state trademarks is a good idea. This helpful program is full of great practice tips from the NC
- [Tips for Taming Technology: Tidbits for Turbocharged Productivity](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/tips-for-taming-technology-tidbits-for-turbocharged-productivity/) - This program is packed with practical tech and practice management tips to supercharge your productivity. During this presentation, the speaker demonstrates techniques and tools to help you manage emails, tame your documents, tackle your time management, simplify everyday tasks, improve your research skills, and market your practice. Plus, discover how to leverage generative AI and
- [Future-Proofing Your Law Practice: Security, AI, and Legal Trends](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/future-proofing-your-law-practice-security-ai-and-legal-trends-2/) - Stay ahead of the curve with this dynamic three-part program designed for forward-thinking legal professionals navigating rapid change. The program begins with a data-driven look at the key legal and technology trends shaping the legal industry in 2026, providing essential context for what lies ahead. From there, the speaker explores practical ways AI is used
- [Legal Trends for 2026](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/legal-trends-for-2026/) - The legal industry is evolving rapidly, and understanding the latest trends is critical for staying competitive. This session examines key insights on client expectations, billing practices, technology adoption, and law firm growth patterns for 2026. Learn how shifting market dynamics and data-driven strategies are shaping the future of legal services, and gain actionable takeaways to
- [AI in the Law Office: What You Can Use Now and What's Coming Next](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ai-in-the-law-office-what-you-can-use-now-and-whats-coming-next/) - Artificial intelligence is no longer a distant concept — it's here and it's transforming legal work. During this session, the speakers explore AI tools you can implement today to improve efficiency and accuracy, takes a look at emerging technologies on the horizon, and discusses needed security measures. Understand how AI can streamline document review, research,
- [How To Keep Yourself and Your Clients Secure](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/how-to-keep-yourself-and-your-clients-secure/) - Cybersecurity threats are evolving rapidly, and law firms remain prime targets. This session covers the most common risks, including phishing, business email compromise, wire fraud, and ransomware. Learn practical steps to safeguard sensitive data and prevent costly breaches, walking away with actionable strategies to protect your clients and your reputation.
- [Trust Accounting Made Clear](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/trust-accounting-made-clear-2/) - This program equips attorneys with practical guidance to manage client trust accounts confidently and stay compliant with North Carolina State Bar requirements. Learn the fundamentals of trust accounting, gain understanding of the escheating process, and receive clear insight into what happens during an NC State Bar audit and how to prepare for one. The presentations
- [Trust Accounting 101](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/trust-accounting-101/) - This session covers the essential principles of IOLTA trust account management, from proper setup and daily maintenance to best practices for staying compliant and audit-ready. We also explore commonly overlooked areas that can lead to compliance issues, so you can confidently manage your trust accounts.
- [Escheating](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/escheating/) - During this session, the speaker explains attorneys' escheating obligations and how "abandoned" client funds should be handled in compliance with state law. Learn how to identify funds subject to escheatment, follow required notice and reporting procedures, and avoid common errors. Receive practical guidance to help you manage escheating confidently and reduce compliance risk.
- [What Happens During an NC State Bar Trust Account Audit and How To Prepare](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/what-happens-during-an-nc-state-bar-trust-account-audit-and-how-to-prepare/) - Walk through what to expect during an NC State Bar trust account audit, from initial notice to final resolution. This session explains the records typically requested, common issues identified by auditors, and how audits are evaluated. Learn practical steps to prepare in advance, respond effectively, and reduce stress and risk throughout the audit process.
- [2026 Compliance Bundle: Ethics, Technology and Professional Well-Being](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2026-compliance-bundle-ethics-technology-and-professional-well-being-2/) - This convenient three-hour compliance bundle makes it easy to get those specialty credit hours including ethics/professional responsibility, technology training, and professional well-being. In the first session, explore the idea of lawyer well-being as a component of professionalism and discusse the BarCARES program. Additionally, learn how to protect sensitive data, maintain work quality, and stay compliant
- [Well-Being as Professionalism: Breaking the Stigma on Mental Health and Substance Abuse](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/well-being-as-professionalism-breaking-the-stigma-on-mental-health-and-substance-abuse/) - Our speaker explores the idea of lawyer well-being as a component of professionalism and discusses the BarCARES program. Learn about a wide array of personal and professional issues faced by an extremely high percentage of practicing lawyers, judges, law students, paralegals and their families. At the end of this session, you gain an understanding of
- [Demystifying AI: 2026 Cybersecurity Handbook](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/demystifying-ai-2026-cybersecurity-handbook/) - Gemini might not have a law degree, but it, and tools like it, are rapidly redefining the billable hour. When your competitors can complete in 40 minutes what takes you four hours, business as usual becomes a significant risk. However, speed shouldn't come at the cost of your license. How do you protect sensitive data,
- [Lawyers, Technology and Civility](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/lawyers-technology-and-civility-2/) - Tone, intent and perception can be easily misconstrued when lawyers communicate electronically with each other, clients and subordinates. It is easy for a recipient to misinterpret electronic communications absent of the physical cues associated with human interaction. All too often lawyers are in a hurry to respond and do not realize their words may seem
- [Civil Domestic Violence Law: Updates, Case Law, and Pleading Strategies](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/civil-domestic-violence-law-updates-case-law-and-pleading-strategies-2/) - This program provides an overview of the civil domestic violence statutes, focusing on recent legislative updates and pivotal case law that shape litigation strategies. Participants gain practical insights into pleading and arguing Domestic Violence Protection Orders, learn how to leverage key precedents, and stay current with statutory changes. In addition, the course covers effective, trauma-informed
- [Lawyering in the Age of AI: Harnessing Artificial Intelligence, Emerging Technologies, and Ethical Practice in the Digital Era](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/lawyering-in-the-age-of-ai-harnessing-artificial-intelligence-emerging-technologies-and-ethical-practice-in-the-digital-era-3/) - Stay informed, stay compliant, and stay ahead with this dynamic, program designed to equip lawyers with the tools and insights needed to thrive in today's technology-driven legal landscape. We explore practical strategies for using AI to streamline your workflows, elevate client service, expand your business, and enhance legal analysis. Tailored sessions deliver hands-on guidance for
- [Highest Best Use: AI Case Studies, Real-Time Examples and How to Use AI to Force-Multiply Your Legal Team](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/highest-best-use-ai-case-studies-real-time-examples-and-how-to-use-ai-to-force-multiply-your-legal-team/) - Based on the knowledge of potential platforms, the speaker demonstrates practical, high-impact use cases for AI across a wide range of legal disciplines. Through guided case studies, learn how AI can streamline legal research, enhance drafting and review, support strategy, and improve client communication and workflow management. The session features real-time demonstrations of AI tools
- [Using AI in the Business of Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/using-ai-in-the-business-of-law/) - This session teaches how to strategically apply artificial intelligence to the administrative operation functions of law firms and legal departments. Discover how AI can streamline billing, client intake, document management, and workflow automation to boost efficiency and reduce overhead. Industry experts share real-world examples and best practices for integrating AI while maintaining compliance and client
- [AI in the Courtroom! Optimizing AI for Litigation Attorneys](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ai-in-the-courtroom-optimizing-ai-for-litigation-attorneys/) - This session empowers litigators to harness artificial intelligence to gain a strategic edge in every phase of litigation. Learn how AI tools can enhance legal research, streamline discovery, improve brief writing, and uncover insights from massive data sets. Receive the skills and confidence to responsibly integrate AI into your litigation practice and outperform the competition.
- [AI Is in the Room: Responsible Adoption of AI in Virtual Attorney-Client Conversations](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ai-is-in-the-room-responsible-adoption-of-ai-in-virtual-attorney-client-conversations/) - Attorney-client conversations are where trust is earned and business is won. Explore how you can responsibly leverage AI during these high-stakes client conversations to improve issue-spotting, streamline follow-ups, and enhance client service — without compromising confidentiality, privilege, or professional judgment. This session assesses the benefits and risks of adopting both legal-industry-specific tools (e.g., Querious) and
- [AI for In-House Counsel!](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ai-for-in-house-counsel/) - This session is designed specifically for in-house counsel seeking to leverage AI to deliver faster, smarter and more strategic legal support. Learn how AI can streamline contract review, compliance monitoring, and risk assessment while freeing your team to focus on higher-value work. Industry experts demonstrate practical tools and workflows tailored to corporate legal departments of
- [AI in the Deal! Practical AI Prompts and Workflows for Transactional Lawyers](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ai-in-the-deal-practical-ai-prompts-and-workflows-for-transactional-lawyers/) - This session equips transactional attorneys with the knowledge and tools to effectively integrate AI into every stage of their practice. Learn how AI can accelerate contract drafting, enhance due diligence, improve deal management, and identify key risks with greater precision. This session includes demonstrations of practical workflows tailored to transactional law. Receive guidance on ethical
- [Lawyering in the Age of AI: Harnessing Artificial Intelligence, Emerging Technologies, and Ethical Practice in the Digital Era](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/lawyering-in-the-age-of-ai-harnessing-artificial-intelligence-emerging-technologies-and-ethical-practice-in-the-digital-era-4/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [North Carolina Property Tax in a Nutshell](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/north-carolina-property-tax-in-a-nutshell-2/) - Property values have skyrocketed during receipt revaluations, averaging 40% to 60% increases in Mecklenburg County's 2023 revaluation, Wake County's 2024 revaluation, and Forsyth County's 2025 revaluation. As property values and tax rates continue to increase, the amount of property taxes that businesses pay becomes a more significant expense. Knowing when and how to appeal property
- ["Top 10" Insurance Law Decisions of 2025](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/top-10-insurance-law-decisions-of-2025/) - Review, analyze and discuss the most significant decisions involving insurance law from the past year in North Carolina state and federal courts. The presentation addresses cases and opinions from other jurisdictions that may impact North Carolina insurance law in the future.
- [The Fundamentals of AI and Insurance](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-fundamentals-of-ai-and-insurance/) - Learn the fundamentals of how AI is reshaping the insurance landscape, including the unique risks AI creates for organizations and the evolving role of legacy insurance products in addressing these exposures. Explore the rise of AI exclusions, the increasing focus on AI in underwriting, and the emergence of affirmative AI-specific insurance coverages.
- [From Transactional to Trusted: Rethinking In-House and Outside Counsel Collaboration](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/from-transactional-to-trusted-rethinking-in-house-and-outside-counsel-collaboration/) - This session focuses on practical strategies to break through the "attorney-as-a-vendor" relationship into a strategic alliance that advances corporate objectives. Discuss goal setting, value-based budgeting, communication cadence, and the use of objective metrics to drive better legal outcomes.
- [Navigating Bad Faith and UDTPA Claims](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/navigating-bad-faith-and-udtpa-claims/) - Explore key topics arising in the litigation of bad faith and unfair and deceptive trade practice claims, with a particular focus on North Carolina law. Topics include the origin and elements of the claims, issues that commonly arise in discovery, key North Carolina case law related to the claims, and the relationship of these claims
- [North State Deli v. Cincinnati Insurance Company: A Look at Contra Proferentem, Reasonable Expectations and More](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/north-state-deli-v-cincinnati-insurance-company-a-look-at-contra-proferentem-reasonable-expectations-and-more/) - The Supreme Court of North Carolina's landmark decision in North State Deli made North Carolina the only state to grant coverage for business income losses incurred due to the COVID-19-related shutdown orders. In doing so, the opinion raises the specter of changes to longstanding principles of insurance interpretation. The speaker, who represents plaintiffs in the
- [Navigating Cyber Loss and Liability Risks at the Intersection of Data Privacy Obligations and Cyber Insurance Solutions](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/navigating-cyber-loss-and-liability-risks-at-the-intersection-of-data-privacy-obligations-and-cyber-insurance-solutions/) - Receive an overview of the evolving legal landscape surrounding data privacy and cybersecurity regulations, breach notification requirements, and enforcement trends. Gain practical insights into assessing and mitigating cyber loss and liability through exploring cyber insurance policies. This session also addresses key coverage triggers, common exclusions, and practical claims considerations to better equip attorneys counseling clients
- [North Carolina Fiduciary Litigation](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/north-carolina-fiduciary-litigation-2/) - This program is designed for both attorneys who are new to the practice of fiduciary litigation and more seasoned practitioners seeking to sharpen their skills. Presenters explore strategic considerations that arise throughout the litigation process, from selecting venue and engaging in discovery to retaining experts, evaluating tax consequences of settlement, and litigating elective share claims.
- [Unlocking Metadata: Legal Implications and Management Techniques](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/unlocking-metadata-legal-implications-and-management-techniques-2/) - Metadata can expose sensitive, confidential, and privileged information, posing significant ethical and security risks. This program explores the potential dangers of metadata, including unintentional disclosure of confidential data, and provides practical steps for effectively removing metadata to protect your information. We focus on the real-world application of North Carolina's 2009 Formal Ethics Opinion (FEO) 1,
- [Where Do I Start (With AI Adoption)?](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/where-do-i-start-with-ai-adoption/) - One of the most difficult challenges attorneys face with incorporating AI and legal tech into their practice is determining what tool to use. An attorney must first ask themselves, "What problem am I trying to solve?" In this session, we discuss the process of selecting the right legal technology, customizing that technology to fit your
- [Employees Without Borders: Legal Issues for a Multistate Workforce](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/employees-without-borders-legal-issues-for-a-multistate-workforce/) - Topics include: Return-to-Office (RTO) mandates – legal issues, Common multistate compliance issues, Reimbursement of employee expenses, Leave laws, and Contractual and termination issues
- [Equitable Issues in Employment Discrimination Cases](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/equitable-issues-in-employment-discrimination-cases/) - Topics include: Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), Three common equitable defenses that employers raise in cases, and Feasibility of equitable remedies, fairness considerations, and scope of authority
- [Discovery Disputes](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/discovery-disputes/) - Topics include: Pederson v. Preston, EEOC v. Freeman, and Brown v. Town of Front Royal, VA
- [2025 North Carolina State and District Court Labor and Employment Law Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-north-carolina-state-and-district-court-labor-and-employment-law-update/) - Receive an overview of North Carolina state and district court labor and employment law updates.
- [Technology Use in Motions and Trial Practice](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/technology-use-in-motions-and-trial-practice/) - This session aims cover some tips and best practices for thinking about, creating, and utilizing powerful demonstrative evidence and visual aids – not just in trial, but throughout your case in depositions, discovery, etc. It also covers some easy-to-use "trial tech" hardware and software that helps litigators and trial lawyers elevate their presentation skills.
- [2025 South Carolina State and District Court Labor and Employment Law Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-south-carolina-state-and-district-court-labor-and-employment-law-update/) - This presentation covers state and federal courts in South Carolina, highlighting recent developments and case law in labor and employment law over the last year.
- [41st Annual NC/SC Labor & Employment Conference](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/41st-annual-nc-sc-labor-employment-conference/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Emerging Issues in Insurance Law Practice (2026 Insurance Law Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/emerging-issues-in-insurance-law-practice-2026-insurance-law-section-program/) - The North Carolina Bar Association's Insurance Law Section is pleased to offer its annual CLE program exploring the ever-evolving landscape of insurance law practice. This year's program features presentations on the burgeoning influence of artificial intelligence on the insurance industry and the practice of insurance law, as well as the broader impact and repercussions of
- [41st Annual NC/SC Labor & Employment Law Conference](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/41st-annual-nc-sc-labor-employment-law-conference-2/) - The 41st Annual North Carolina/South Carolina Labor & Employment Law Conference is the premier CLE for employment, labor, and HR counsel in the Carolinas. This year's agenda boasts an extraordinary lineup of speakers and topics, including annual updates on the Supreme Court, Fourth Circuit, and state-specific developments, as well as timely instruction on emerging issues
- [Practicing Law and ADHD](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/practicing-law-and-adhd/) - Topics include: ADHD, Ethics, diligence and competence, Navigating productivity, and Neurodivergence
- [2025 Labor and Employment Law Supreme Court Review and Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-labor-and-employment-law-supreme-court-review-and-update/) - Topics include: What has been the impact of Loper Bright?, Trump v. Wilcox and the future of agency members' removal protection, and Looking ahead: Will the SpaceX challenge to ALJ and NLRB Member removal protections end up at the Supreme Court and what would it mean?
- [Executive Orders and Other Trump 2.0 Developments Affecting Labor and Employment Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/executive-orders-and-other-trump-2-0-developments-affecting-labor-and-employment-law/) - Topics include: OSHA Discussion, DEI Executive Orders, Best Management Practices, Proposed rule to limit General Duty Clause (GDC), Hearings on proposed Heat Safety Proposed Rule, Withdrawal of proposed rule to record musculoskeletal disorders (MSD's), and Status of "Walkaround" Rule
- [2025 Labor and Employment Law Fourth Circuit Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-labor-and-employment-law-fourth-circuit-update/) - Topics include: Makeup of US Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit and Cases to know from 2024-25
- [Labor and Employment Law and Immigration Panel Discussion](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/labor-and-employment-law-and-immigration-panel-discussion/) - Topics include: Immigration law primer, Non-immigrant and immigrant employment-based visas and classifications, Employment-based preference categories, Green card sponsorships, Humanitarian visa programs, I-9, Worksite enforcement and Trump 2.0 immigration policy changes
- [2025 NLRB Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-nlrb-update/) - Topics include: Leadership changes, Legal changes, Anticipated reversals, Current cases, and Unions responses
- [Unauthorized Practice of Law by Remote Attorneys: What Attorneys Should Know About Virtual Law Practice and a Changing Work World](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/unauthorized-practice-of-law-by-remote-attorneys-what-attorneys-should-know-about-virtual-law-practice-and-a-changing-work-world-2/) - This Expert Series explores whether attorneys can work remotely without committing the unauthorized practice of law. Attorneys learn about North Carolina's rule, ABA Model Rule 5.5, exceptions to the unauthorized practice of law, and recent opinions regarding unauthorized practice of law, including ABA Formal Opinion 495, ABA Formal Opinion 498, and relevant North Carolina opinions.
- [NC State Taxation of Partnerships](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/nc-state-taxation-of-partnerships/) - This session focuses on the taxation of partnerships in North Carolina. Topics include the relationship between state and federal partnership taxation, taxed pass-through entities in North Carolina, adjustments for bonus depreciation and Section 179, the impact of IRS centralized partnership audits on North Carolina's taxation of partnerships, and pending legislation involving partnerships in North Carolina.
- [2025 State and Local Tax Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-state-and-local-tax-program/) - Designed to benefit tax professionals from across the state, this informative program brings you up to speed on the latest developments in state and local tax law. Hear from tax experts — including representatives from the North Carolina Department of Revenue (NCDOR), North Carolina Department of Justice (NCDOJ), and other industry experts — as they
- [Contesting the Assessment: Navigating North Carolina Tax Disputes From Audit and Departmental Review Through Litigation and Appeal](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/contesting-the-assessment-navigating-north-carolina-tax-disputes-from-audit-and-departmental-review-through-litigation-and-appeal/) - This presentation guides practitioners through the full lifecycle of a North Carolina tax controversy — from the initial audit and departmental review process to formal challenges before the Office of Administrative Hearings, the Business Court, and in bankruptcy proceedings. Learn key statutory and procedural requirements, critical deadlines, and practical strategies for effectively contesting tax assessments,
- [From Seizure to Assessment: Understanding North Carolina’s Unauthorized Substance Tax](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/from-seizure-to-assessment-understanding-north-carolinas-unauthorized-substance-tax/) - This session provides a history of Article 2D of the Revenue Act and guides practitioners through the fascinating world of North Carolina's tax on unauthorized substances. Topics include a full review of the process from the seizure of the unauthorized substance to the collection of tax. Gain knowledge of the relevant statutes and procedures surrounding
- [Property Tax in a Nutshell](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/property-tax-in-a-nutshell/) - Property taxes represent one of the principal sources of revenue for counties and cities in North Carolina. Property values have skyrocketed during receipt revaluations, averaging 40–60% increases in Mecklenburg County’s 2023 revaluation, Wake County’s 2024 revaluation, and Forsyth County’s 2025 revaluation. As property values and tax rates continue to increase, the amount of property taxes
- [How To Comply With the Tax on RMI Services](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/how-to-comply-with-the-tax-on-rmi-services/) - The presentation goes into detail about the sales tax and use tax treatment of repair, maintenance, and installation services (RMI) and real property contracts. Discuss the law, walk through real-world examples, and learn simple steps and tools to avoid compliance problems.
- [2025 State and Local Tax Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-state-and-local-tax-program-3/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Ethics in the Gray: Six Real-World Bankruptcy Scenarios in 60 Minutes](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ethics-in-the-gray-six-real-world-bankruptcy-scenarios-in-60-minutes/) - This rapid-fire session tackles ethical dilemmas from real bankruptcy practice, forcing us to think critically about the gray areas. Presenters guide you through common scenarios involving conflicts, candor, and client management using audience polling and interactive discussion. Practical takeaways aid attorneys in avoiding pitfalls and protecting their professional standing.
- [Plan Confirmation Battles in Chapter 11: Evidence, Valuation and Feasibility](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/plan-confirmation-battles-in-chapter-11-evidence-valuation-and-feasibility/) - Chapter 11 plan confirmation often involves disputes about valuation, feasibility, and creditor treatment. This session discusses common evidentiary battles, practical strategies for presenting expert testimony, and the latest case law. Learn techniques to strengthen their litigation posture and improve their chances of plan confirmation.
- [Chapter 13 Trustees' Roundtable: Common Pitfalls and Best Practices](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/chapter-13-trustees-roundtable-common-pitfalls-and-best-practices/) - Chapter 13 trustees from across North Carolina share their perspectives on recurring mistakes, compliance problems, and best practices in consumer practice. The conversation focuses on practical issues such as plan drafting, claims and communication. Attorneys gain concrete guidance to improve efficiency and reduce objections.
- [Navigating Family Law Issues in Bankruptcy](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/navigating-family-law-issues-in-bankruptcy/) - Bankruptcy and family law often collide in complex ways involving support, property division, and exemptions. This session examines how bankruptcy courts handle domestic relations obligations, and the strategies practitioners can use when these issues arise. Learn to anticipate complications and better protect their clients' interests.
- [Subchapter V in Practice: Successes, Pitfalls, and Litigation Trends](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/subchapter-v-in-practice-successes-pitfalls-and-litigation-trends/) - Subchapter V has transformed small business reorganizations, but its application continues to evolve. This session highlights successes, lessons learned, and the emerging litigation trends shaping Subchapter V practice. Panelists explore contested issues, plan confirmation, and the role of trustees, offering insights for both debtor and creditor counsel.
- [Post-Confirmation Issues in Consumer Cases](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/post-confirmation-issues-in-consumer-cases/) - Post-confirmation administration often brings challenges ranging from modified plans and motions to incur debt to trustee oversight. This session reviews common issues after confirmation and strategies for navigating them effectively. Practical discussion ensures attorneys are prepared for the whole life cycle of a consumer case.
- [Mass Torts and the Texas Two-Step: Lessons From National Bankruptcies](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/mass-torts-and-the-texas-two-step-lessons-from-national-bankruptcies/) - Examine the controversial use of divisive mergers and bankruptcy filings in mass tort cases. Panelists discuss national case law, ethical concerns, and the implications for creditors and debtors. The session provides insight into cutting-edge issues that could reshape the bankruptcy landscape.
- [48th Annual Bankruptcy Institute](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/48th-annual-bankruptcy-institute/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [48th Annual Bankruptcy Institute (Consumer Track)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/48th-annual-bankruptcy-institute-consumer-track/) - The 48th Annual Bankruptcy Institute offers a dynamic mix of sessions designed to address the most pressing issues facing North Carolina bankruptcy practitioners. From cutting-edge case law updates and ethical challenges to practical consumer practice strategies, the program provides actionable insights for attorneys at all levels. Benefit from updates from judges, trustees, and leading practitioners
- [48th Annual Bankruptcy Institute (Business Track)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/48th-annual-bankruptcy-institute-business-track/) - The 48th Annual Bankruptcy Institute offers a dynamic mix of sessions designed to address the most pressing issues facing North Carolina bankruptcy practitioners. From cutting-edge case law updates and ethical challenges to practical business practice strategies, the program provides actionable insights for attorneys at all levels. Benefit from updates from judges, trustees, and leading practitioners
- [2025 Judges' State of the Districts](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-judges-state-of-the-districts/) - Chief judges from North Carolina's bankruptcy courts share updates from the bench, including recent developments, procedural changes, and trends shaping the districts. This candid conversation offers a valuable perspective on how courts handle caseloads and what practitioners should expect in the year ahead. The session concludes with audience Q&A to facilitate practical dialogue with the
- [2025 Bankruptcy Case Law Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-bankruptcy-case-law-update/) - This session provides an annual review of the most significant bankruptcy decisions from courts across North Carolina and the country. Gain practical insight into how these rulings affect consumer and business cases. The discussion emphasizes takeaways that practitioners can use immediately in their daily practice.
- [Calm in the Midst of Chaos: Resilience Training for Lawyers](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/calm-in-the-midst-of-chaos-resilience-training-for-lawyers/) - During this session, we explore the intersection of bankruptcy law and mental health, addressing challenges that clients, lawyers and staff face. We discuss signs of distress, strategies for supporting vulnerable clients, and tools to manage the stresses of your practice. Also, receive resources to improve client representation and professional well-being.
- [Practice Technology Hacks: From Intake to Discharge](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/practice-technology-hacks-from-intake-to-discharge/) - Technology can streamline every phase of a bankruptcy practice—from client intake and case management to hearings and discharge. This session highlights practical tools, shortcuts, and workflows that attorneys can implement immediately to save time and reduce errors. Emphasis is placed on affordable, accessible solutions suitable for firms of all sizes.
- [Bankruptcy Tax Landmines: Employee Retention Credits, Estimates, and Priority/Discharge Issues](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/bankruptcy-tax-landmines-employee-retention-credits-estimates-and-priority-discharge-issues/) - Tax issues frequently complicate bankruptcy cases, and recent changes have added new traps for practitioners. This session covers hot topics such as employee retention credits and estimated tax claims and discusses how priority and dischargeability rules affect outcomes. The presenters provide strategies for identifying and addressing tax risks for both consumer and business attorneys.
- [Medicare Set-Aside Agreement Basics](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/medicare-set-aside-agreement-basics/) - Medicare set-aside agreements (MSAs) are an integral part of the practice of workers' compensation law. This presentation covers the basics of MSAs, recent changes, and the impact on settlement agreements and the practice of workers' compensation law.
- [Immigration Issues in Workers' Compensation](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/immigration-issues-in-workers-compensation/) - Hear about current topics as we discuss how new laws and policies are impacting injured workers across North Carolina.
- [Overview of Death Claims](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/overview-of-death-claims/) - There are a number of complicated and nuanced issues to consider when a worker is fatally injured on the job. During this session, the speakers provide an overview of death claims and issues to consider from the plaintiff and defense perspectives.
- [Digital and Social Media Forensics: Integrating ESI into Your Cases](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/digital-and-social-media-forensics-integrating-esi-into-your-cases/) - Social media has become a routine part of life for us all. We all post and communicate on various platforms throughout the day without thinking of the potential ramifications of what appears online. The presenters share insight on how social media can be recovered and used in the discovery process and beyond.
- [Changing Sides and Settlement Evaluations: Practicing from the Other Side of the "V"](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/changing-sides-and-settlement-evaluations-practicing-from-the-other-side-of-the-v/) - Both of these presenters recently changed sides of the bar — one from plaintiff to defense, the other from defense to plaintiff. Join them as they discuss their switch and how their previous experience has impacted the way they evaluate claims for settlement.
- [You Asked For It (2025 Workers' Compensation Fall Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/you-asked-for-it-2025-workers-compensation-fall-program-3/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Navigating Behavioral Health Care: Working With Therapeutic Professionals to Break the Crisis Cycle](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/navigating-behavioral-health-care-working-with-therapeutic-professionals-to-break-the-crisis-cycle-2/) - How can you help stop the cycle of crisis and revolving door of hospitalization for clients suffering from severe and persistent mental illness, substance use, and co-occurring conditions? In this program, attendees identify and understand why the cycle of crisis in mental health care exists and persists, learn the basics of treatment protocols for individuals
- [AI for Attorneys: Strategies for Smarter Lawyering](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ai-for-attorneys-strategies-for-smarter-lawyering-2/) - Artificial intelligence is transforming the legal profession, and this CLE course shows you how to stay ahead of the curve. Discover practical strategies for integrating AI tools into your daily practice to improve efficiency, enhance client services, and stay competitive in an evolving legal landscape. The program also includes a discussion on AI ethics —
- [2025 North Carolina Case Law Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-north-carolina-case-law-update/) - Hear about the significant decisions that have been handed down by the North Carolina appellate courts and examine how these rulings affect administrative law and government practice.
- [Herding Cats: A City Attorney's Reflections on Working With Elected Boards and Commissions](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/herding-cats-a-city-attorneys-reflections-on-working-with-elected-boards-and-commissions/) - Gain a candid perspective on the challenges and opportunities of advising elected boards and commissions. This session highlights practical strategies for balancing legal boundaries, political dynamics, and the realities of public service.
- [2025 North Carolina Legislative Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-north-carolina-legislative-update/) - Explore key legislative changes shaping administrative and government law in North Carolina. This panel discusses significant legislation enacted or pending before the General Assembly and examines how ongoing committee work impacts practitioners year-round.
- [Automatic License Plate Readers (ALPRs) in North Carolina](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/automatic-license-plate-readers-alprs-in-north-carolina/) - Learn about the use of automatic license plate readers (ALPRs) by law enforcement agencies in North Carolina, including the pilot program authorizing their use along state-owned or -controlled highways. This session considers the law enforcement benefits, potential legal implications, and regulatory challenges surrounding this evolving technology.
- [2025 North Carolina State Bar Ethics Updates](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-north-carolina-state-bar-ethics-updates/) - Receive the latest updates from the State Bar on significant rule changes and new provisions governing the practice of law in North Carolina. This session ensures attorneys stay informed and compliant with evolving ethical standards.
- [2025 Legislative Review CLE Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-legislative-review-cle-program-3/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [You Asked For It (2025 Workers' Compensation Fall Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/you-asked-for-it-2025-workers-compensation-fall-program/) - We went straight to the source — early-career workers' compensation attorneys on both the plaintiffs' and defense sides of the bar — and asked what they really wanted from a CLE. Their answers shaped a program that's full of practical basics you can use right now in your day-to-day work. Sessions cover core topics like
- [Unexplained Falls and the "Coming and Going" Rule](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/unexplained-falls-and-the-coming-and-going-rule/) - Explore exceptions that impact the compensability of workers' compensation claims and discuss how certain injuries may or may not arise from or occur in the course and scope of employment.
- [Professionalism in Practice: Working Together](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/professionalism-in-practice-working-together/) - In this session, we're joined by criminal law practitioners as they discuss what professional responsibility issues they are faced with daily. Hear from these experienced practitioners as they explore professional responsibility issues from both the prosecution and defense perspectives.
- [Carrying the Professional Guidon (2025 Professionalism Committee CLE Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/carrying-the-professional-guidon-2025-professionalism-committee-cle-program/) - Never before have lawyers faced the challenges they do today, and never before has professional responsibility and civility been more important. This CLE brings together some of North Carolina's best attorneys to provide their insights on how to meet these new professional challenges in a manner that reflects what is best about our profession and
- [Professionalism in the Practice of Law: How It Can Make You a Better Attorney](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/professionalism-in-the-practice-of-law-how-it-can-make-you-a-better-attorney/) - Professionalism in the practice of law has never been more important. This panel consists of the Presidents of the North Carolina Bar Association and North Carolina State Bar and a prominent, long-serving member of the state judiciary, who provide insights into the state of professionalism in North Carolina practice from different perspectives with recommendations on
- [The Professional Guidon](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-professional-guidon/) - The guidon is the iconic symbol of military tradition representing a unit's identity, history, and values. The legal profession deserves such a guiding symbol of our own identity, history, and values: The Guidon for the Professional Lawyer. The 2025 McKnight Renaissance Lawyer Award recipient addresses why Professionalism and civility matter. Lawyers must elevate the standards
- [Lawyer Well-Being: Managing Burnout and Transforming Stress and Perfectionism Into Strengths](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/lawyer-well-being-managing-burnout-and-transforming-stress-and-perfectionism-into-strengths/) - Lawyers are trained to push hard, think critically under stress, and deliver results. But the same qualities that fuel professional success can also lead to burnout and mental health struggles. This session takes a fresh look at lawyers' well-being and offers a different way to look at concepts like perfectionism and stress. We examine the
- [Artificial Intelligence: Professional Responsibility Implications](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/artificial-intelligence-professional-responsibility-implications/) - Artificial intelligence (AI) presents new and evolving professional responsibility issues. This presentation focuses on the professional responsibility issues arising from the use of AI, and covers the state of AI, AI uses, AI bias, the increasing use of AI by pro se plaintiffs, the sanctioning of attorneys who misuse AI, and other cutting-edge issues.
- [Carrying the Professional Guidon (2025 Professionalism Committee CLE Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/carrying-the-professional-guidon-2025-professionalism-committee-cle-program-3/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [2025 Legislative Review CLE Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-legislative-review-cle-program/) - Each year, the Administrative Law Section and the Government & Public Sector Section join forces to present a dynamic continuing legal education program. This year's program highlights the latest legislative developments, explores emerging challenges for practitioners in both fields, and delivers practical guidance attorneys can apply immediately in their practices. Gain valuable insights into recent
- [Rules Review Commission: Best Practice and Practical Realities](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/rules-review-commission-best-practice-and-practical-realities/) - Hear practical advice and insights about the Rules Review Commission (RRC) from a former justice and commission member. This session offers guidance on navigating the RRC's processes and highlights best practices for working effectively within its framework.
- [Navigating the "New Normal" in Immigration, Global Compliance, and Tariffs and Trade (While Helping Clients Still Get Things Done!) (2025 International Practice Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/navigating-the-new-normal-in-immigration-global-compliance-and-tariffs-and-trade-while-helping-clients-still-get-things-done-2025-international-practice-section-program-3/) - This program is designed for lawyers in private practice, in-house counsel, and compliance professionals — as well as other stakeholders in the North Carolina legal community whose practices involve cross-border activities and trade — as they seek to navigate the "new normal" of today's U.S. government policies. Receive updates on key international legal topics that
- [Immigration Practice in 2025: What's Changed (and What Hasn't)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/immigration-practice-in-2025-whats-changed-and-what-hasnt/) - With immigration at the top of the administration's agenda and immigration policy and enforcement in the headlines daily, what does this mean for businesses, organizations and individuals who may be impacted? This session examines the realities of immigration practice in the current environment, helping legal practitioners understand what has changed — and what hasn't —
- [Global Compliance and Investigations: Implications of Recent DOJ Policy Announcements](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/global-compliance-and-investigations-implications-of-recent-doj-policy-announcements/) - As in many other areas, the administration has announced significant changes in how U.S. anti-corruption laws will be enforced, including application of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act. During this panel discussion, we review traditional best practices for global compliance programs and internal investigations for companies and organizations with international operations. We also assess whether recent
- [Cross-Border Transactions: Lessons From the Field for Today's Global Business Environment](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/cross-border-transactions-lessons-from-the-field-for-todays-global-business-environment/) - Doing business overseas is the ultimate "away game," as lawyers and their clients navigate foreign legal systems and different views on contracts and the role of lawyers, as well as unfamiliar cultures and languages (and jet lag!). The same applies to foreign parties doing business in the U.S. The panelists, who bring deep experience in
- [U.S. Trade and Tariffs Policy: Where Do We Go From Here?](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/u-s-trade-and-tariffs-policy-where-do-we-go-from-here/) - This session provides details on the status of U.S. tariff and trade policy, with an emphasis on what business leaders and their legal advisors need to know right now. Hear an overview of the current rules for imports into the U.S., the response to recent U.S. tariffs from global trading partners, and an update on
- [Navigating the "New Normal" in Immigration, Global Compliance, and Tariffs and Trade (While Helping Clients Still Get Things Done!) (2025 International Practice Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/navigating-the-new-normal-in-immigration-global-compliance-and-tariffs-and-trade-while-helping-clients-still-get-things-done-2025-international-practice-section-program-4/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [North Carolina Estate Administration Manual, 11th Edition](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/north-carolina-estate-administration-manual-11th-edition/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [North Carolina Estate Administration Manual, 11th Edition](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/north-carolina-estate-administration-manual-11th-edition-2/) - CLE publications that are hard copy and shipped to customers. They may or may not include an e-Version. | Taxable
- [Marching Through the Trenches! The Ins and Outs of Division of Retirement in Equitable Distribution for Family Law Paralegals](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/marching-through-the-trenches-the-ins-and-outs-of-division-of-retirement-in-equitable-distribution-for-family-law-paralegals/) - Learn how to locate and request plan guidelines, summary plan descriptions, and sample language from plan administrators. The session explains when a court order is necessary, when you should get pre-approval from the plan administrator, and how to request it. Also walk through what happens if a party refuses to sign a QDRO, DRO, or
- [Ethics for Family Law Paralegals — Don't Cross That Line! No, No, No!](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ethics-for-family-law-paralegals-dont-cross-that-line-no-no-no/) - Stay on the right side of the rules by understanding common ethical pitfalls, including the unauthorized practice of law. The conversation also covers practical ways to deal with unreasonable, uncooperative, dishonest, or nonresponsive clients while maintaining confidentiality.
- [Hitting Home Runs! Equitable Distribution Documents for Family Law Paralegals](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/hitting-home-runs-equitable-distribution-documents-for-family-law-paralegals/) - Master the process of locating each county's local rules for proper preparation and service of support and equitable distribution documents. This session reviews equitable distribution inventory affidavit (EDIA) requirements for Wake, Johnston, and Durham counties and lays out timelines for submitting EDIAs, disclosures, and financial affidavits. It also highlights recent changes to Wake County's local
- [PwC's 2025 Global Compliance Update (Moving Faster: Reinventing Compliance to Speed Up, Not Trip Up)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/pwcs-2025-global-compliance-update-moving-faster-reinventing-compliance-to-speed-up-not-trip-up-2/) - PwC's 2025 compliance survey findings highlight how compliance and legal professionals are transforming the landscape — evolving beyond traditional control functions into strategic compliance and legal enablers. Join Marc Filer from PwC as he explores how attorneys are helping companies address top compliance risk priorities — including cybersecurity, data privacy and protection, anti-bribery and corruption,
- [Family Law Paralegal Excellence: Work Smarter, Not Harder!](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/family-law-paralegal-excellence-work-smarter-not-harder-3/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [From Survival to Wholeness: Practical Tools for Lawyers' Well-Being](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/from-survival-to-wholeness-practical-tools-for-lawyers-well-being-2/) - As lawyers we're trained to argue persuasively, manage conflict, and stay in control—but many of us never learn how to relate vulnerably, listen without an agenda, or regulate our own nervous systems. And that's costing us—personally and professionally. This program offers an opportunity to pause and notice what is happening for you right now, without
- [North Carolina State Bar Update and Ethics Review](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/north-carolina-state-bar-update-and-ethics-review-12/) - In this hour-long conversation, North Carolina State Bar Executive Director Peter Bolac and Associate Director and Chief Ethics Counsel Brian Oten review the State Bar's activities in 2025, including the ethics process and recent ethics activities, and give a preview for 2026. This review covers important developments at the State Bar applicable to all lawyers,
- [Health Law Boot Camp (2025 Health Law Section Fall Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/health-law-boot-camp-2025-health-law-section-fall-program/) - The Health Law Section is excited to present the Health Law Boot Camp CLE, a program geared toward early-career lawyers, lawyers looking for a refresher, and others serving the health care industry. This program focuses on topics applicable to stakeholders across the entire health care spectrum, including digital companies, drug/device manufacturers, health care investors, providers,
- [Transactions in the Health Care Industry](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/transactions-in-the-health-care-industry-2/) - Learn as experienced health care attorneys provide a crash course on the nuts and bolts of health care transactions. This session offers rare insider knowledge of the unique aspects of deals in the health care sector.
- [Licensure, Reimbursement, and Certificate of Need](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/licensure-reimbursement-and-certificate-of-need/) - Learn about federal and state laws governing reimbursement, the major reimbursement models for health care delivery, and the transition toward value-based care models. In addition, our presenters discuss North Carolina's Certificate of Need (CON) law and the ever-changing nature of CON in the state, including recent changes to loosen restrictions on certain providers.
- [Introduction to Health Care Fraud and Abuse](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/introduction-to-health-care-fraud-and-abuse-2/) - Dive into the complexities of federal health care regulations with seasoned regulatory attorneys as they navigate key fraud and abuse laws, including the Anti-Kickback Statute, the False Claims Act and the Stark Law. Gain insight into how these laws shape the health care industry, examine real-world scenarios faced by legal professionals, and explore proactive compliance
- [Privacy and Information Security in the Health Care Industry](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/privacy-and-information-security-in-the-health-care-industry/) - Threats to the privacy and security of sensitive information remain one of the most significant risks to the health care industry. This panel breaks down these challenges and the applicable legal framework, including HIPAA and other key laws and regulations designed to protect critical data. We cover the basics of these key rules, as well
- [Health Care Litigation](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/health-care-litigation-2/) - Explore the unique challenges of health care litigation with a seasoned litigator who has extensive experience handling payor disputes. We also discuss administrative law proceedings and other litigation matters. Gain valuable insight into the specialized pathways for resolving health care-related legal conflicts and deepen your understanding of key strategies in this evolving field.
- [Family Law Paralegal Excellence: Work Smarter, Not Harder!](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/family-law-paralegal-excellence-work-smarter-not-harder-2/) - This program is designed for family law paralegals of all experience levels. Come learn how to work smarter, not harder, with helpful technology tools and eCourts filing tips and tricks. We dig into metadata and electronic discovery, and march through the trenches of drafting QDROs, DROs and MPDOs. Attendees also hear from a current Wake
- [Getting Down to the Nitty Gritty: Digital Forensics for the Family Law Paralegal](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/getting-down-to-the-nitty-gritty-digital-forensics-for-the-family-law-paralegal/) - Dig into digital forensics and discuss collecting data from phones, computers, tablets or other electronic devices. . Learn practical tips for scanning and imaging documents, including how to handle photos, PDFs, text messages, and videos — and how to identify manipulated images. The discussion also covers electronic data discovery, litigation-grade document management, and the correct
- [How to Work Smarter, Not Harder — Subpoenas for Family Law Paralegals](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/how-to-work-smarter-not-harder-subpoenas-for-family-law-paralegals/) - It's all about the details. This session covers what signatures are required, who must sign, and why it matters. Learn when and how to request protective orders and how naming standards can save you time and energy.
- [Navigating Scope, Requirements and Risk in Health Privacy Law: Developments and Trends](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/navigating-scope-requirements-and-risk-in-health-privacy-law-developments-and-trends/) - Receive an overview of key events and trends in health privacy and data security law. Through a comparison of current laws, gain insight into the types of information now considered "health data" and why that matters when navigating scoping decisions in a privacy program. This session also explores resultant requirements, emerging enforcement or litigation risks,
- [2025 Privacy & Data Security Section Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-privacy-data-security-section-program-2/) - The privacy and cybersecurity legal landscape remains as dynamic as ever. In 2025, new laws and amendments have taken effect, states have engaged in rulemaking, and regulators have been quite active. Some laws take a comprehensive approach, while others target "sensitive" data categories like health data, financial information, and minors' data. Regulators are staffing up
- [A Practical Approach to Important Considerations for Data Processing Agreements and Negotiations](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/a-practical-approach-to-important-considerations-for-data-processing-agreements-and-negotiations/) - This session explores important concepts, as well as specific terms and conditions, to consider when drafting or negotiating various data protection or processing agreements. Through real-world experiences, scenarios, and examples of provisions, attendees gain a deeper understanding of relevant contractual terms and conditions, when to include them, and how they may impact the data processing
- [One for the Money: Financial Privacy Fundamentals and Emerging Issues](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/one-for-the-money-financial-privacy-fundamentals-and-emerging-issues/) - Hear from a panel of experts as they discuss the fundamentals of financial privacy law and emerging issues from traditional financial institution and financial technology perspectives. Learn key fundamentals and issue spotting for financial privacy issues and trends to watch for.
- [2025 Privacy and Data Security Regulator Updates](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-privacy-and-data-security-regulator-updates/) - Review recent federal and state regulatory legislative and enforcement priorities, issued regulatory interpretations and guidance, and enforcement actions taken involving privacy and cybersecurity matters. Hear about trends in privacy and cybersecurity regulatory enforcement during 2025 and what to watch for in 2026.
- [Building Privacy From the Browser Up: Technical Controls and Risk Mitigation](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/building-privacy-from-the-browser-up-technical-controls-and-risk-mitigation/) - During this interactive hour, dive into the nuts and bolts of public-facing privacy compliance, blending legal insight with live technical demonstrations. An expert panel defines and maps key technical concepts to their regulatory counterparts under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), the ePrivacy Directive, and other frameworks. See firsthand how to uncover hidden data flows,
- [What, When, Why and How? Emergency Child Custody for Family Law Paralegals](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/what-when-why-and-how-emergency-child-custody-for-family-law-paralegals/) - Get a clear breakdown of the emergency ex parte process for custody cases, including how and when to use AOC forms for retrieval of minor child(ren). This session also explains the differences between civil and criminal contempt and identifies situations where temporary restraining orders are needed.
- [2025 Privacy & Data Security Section Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-privacy-data-security-section-program-3/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [2025 Basics of Elder and Special Needs Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-basics-of-elder-and-special-needs-law-2/) - The 2025 Basics of Elder and Special Needs Law program offers a foundational knowledge base for building an elder and special needs law practice. This year's program provides practical guidance on the basics of special needs planning — an essential part of most elder and special needs law practices.
- [Ethics in Special Needs Planning and Representation](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ethics-in-special-needs-planning-and-representation/) - Hear about the most common ethical issues that arise when representing parties in a special needs planning matter or representing those with disabilities. Issues covered include establishing the attorney-client relationship, identifying potential conflicts of interest early, preserving client autonomy, protecting confidentiality, and more.
- [Avoiding Guardianship: Less Restrictive Alternatives and Supported Decision-Making](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/avoiding-guardianship-less-restrictive-alternatives-and-supported-decision-making/) - This session covers the most recent changes to the North Carolina General Statutes regarding the requirement that less restrictive alternatives to guardianship be explored and ruled out before proceeding with a guardianship action. It also touches on the concept of supportive decision-making and its use in avoiding guardianship proceedings.
- [Government Benefit Programs and Planning for Families with Special Needs Children](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/government-benefit-programs-and-planning-for-families-with-special-needs-children/) - This session discusses the various government benefit programs available to individuals with disabilities, with a particular focus on special needs planning in light of the crises many families face when caring for children with disabilities from birth until death.
- [Individuals with Disabilities Education Act/Section 504](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/individuals-with-disabilities-education-act-section-504/) - During this session, we cover the set of laws designed to protect students with disabilities under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Learn about the requirements of written Individualized Education Programs and 504 plans.
- [2025 Basics of Elder and Special Needs Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-basics-of-elder-and-special-needs-law-3/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Understanding Mechanic's Liens](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/understanding-mechanics-liens/) - Contractors, design professionals and suppliers have special lien rights in North Carolina to protect their interests. These liens can "relate back" in time, so it is imperative that transactional real estate lawyers know how to identify, interpret and clear these liens. This session debunks some of the mystery and confusion surrounding Chapter 44A, with a
- [Trust Accounting and Acing an Audit](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/trust-accounting-and-acing-an-audit/) - North Carolina lawyers maintaining client trust accounts must follow all the rules established by the North Carolina State Bar for protecting these funds. This session provides an overview of the trust accounting rules, the State Bar audit process, and how to ace an audit of your trust accounting files by the State Bar.
- [Railroads and Real Estate](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/railroads-and-real-estate/) - For nearly two centuries, railroads in North Carolina have maintained a special and preferred position under the law. The rights of the railroads supersede the rights of nearly all others. Why is this? What does the transactional real estate attorney do when finding a railroad interest? This session explores why the railroads have special powers
- [Drafting Special Needs Trusts](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/drafting-special-needs-trusts/) - This session reviews the various types of special needs trusts (first-party, third-party, and pooled), including the drafting requirements for each and when they may be most appropriate. It also addresses techniques for guiding client discussions to uncover the most relevant information, determine the appropriate special needs trust for a matter, and navigate the various decisions
- [How To Run a Successful Residential Practice](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/how-to-run-a-successful-residential-practice/) - Running a successful residential practice in North Carolina requires a well-oiled machine. Learn the keys to establishing and supervising a residential transactional practice — starting with intake and the engagement letter and continuing through the closing process and related trust accounting — and receive tips on the staffing required to make it all happen smoothly.
- [Special Needs Trust Administration and Taxation](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/special-needs-trust-administration-and-taxation/) - Explore the appropriate administration and taxation of special needs trusts, with a focus on third-party trusts. This session covers the taxation of grantor and non-grantor trusts, the impact of distributions on government benefits, and potential transfer and cost-basis issues.
- [Protecting Confidentiality and Privilege in Critical Situations: Case Law and Enforcement Insights](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/protecting-confidentiality-and-privilege-in-critical-situations-case-law-and-enforcement-insights/) - This session explores a critical question for both outside and in-house counsel: When is a lawyer's "dual-purpose" communication — mixing legal and non-legal advice — protected by the ethics rules and the attorney-client privilege? Using court opinions to guide a case-study-based discussion of the rules, explore trends and best practices for protecting the attorney-client privilege
- [2025 Real Property Fundamentals Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-real-property-fundamentals-program-3/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Title Insurance 101 and Common Endorsements](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/title-insurance-101-and-common-endorsements/) - Transactional attorneys assist their clients with purchasing title insurance policies in nearly every North Carolina real estate transaction. What do these policies really cover? What is excluded? How can attorneys obtain enhanced coverage for their clients and lenders? Learn more about coverages and exceptions to coverage, enhanced policies, and common endorsements designed to protect owners
- [Contesting a Foreclosure](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/contesting-a-foreclosure/) - Foreclosures show up in our title work, and sometimes we are asked to represent a creditor or debtor in a foreclosure. This session walks you through the essential elements of a Chapter 45 power of sale foreclosure and identifies issues that present themselves when a foreclosure becomes contested.
- [Planned Communities and Condominiums](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/planned-communities-and-condominiums/) - Increasingly, our transactional work involves property in planned communities and condominiums formed under Chapter 47C or 47F. This session provides a general overview of planned community law in North Carolina and provides tips for attorneys navigating planned community law, with a focus on advising buyers and sellers of properties in these communities.
- [Real Estate Taxes](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/real-estate-taxes/) - We all know to prorate taxes on a closing statement, but how much do we really know about real estate taxation beyond that? How do real estate taxes affect our practice and our clients? Learn more about the basis for taxation of real estate in North Carolina, valuation of real property, exempt property, statutory deferral
- [Title Searching: Tips for a Complete Search](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/title-searching-tips-for-a-complete-search-2/) - Searching title to real property in North Carolina requires not only an understanding of real property law, but also a consistent methodology and extreme attention to detail. Acquire insight into the processes, forms and tips included in this session for a standard full title search, and hear best practices for a thorough and accurate search,
- [Condemnation](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/condemnation/) - Federal, state and local governments, along with public utilities, have vast powers to take interests in land in North Carolina — fee simple and easement, temporary and permanent. This session explores the statutory basis for these powers and their limitations, as well as the mechanics of the condemnation process, with a focus on key points
- [Bankruptcy and Real Estate: Bankruptcy Primer for Real Property Lawyers](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/bankruptcy-and-real-estate-bankruptcy-primer-for-real-property-lawyers/) - A bankruptcy stops a real estate transaction in its tracks. What does an automatic stay really mean? How does a tenant assume or reject a lease, and what does that mean for a landlord? How does a client buy property out of a bankruptcy? Learn more about the key intersections of bankruptcy and real estate,
- [Land Use 101](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/land-use-101/) - Nearly every city and county in North Carolina has adopted some form of zoning code. These regulations govern the use and development of almost all real estate we will touch in our careers, yet many transactional lawyers know little about the impact and power of these ordinances. This session introduces the basis for these regulations
- [Gross Estate and Estate Valuation](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/gross-estate-and-estate-valuation-3/) - This segment covers generally the types of property and transfers that are includible in the gross estate for federal tax purposes, followed by a review of the general statutory, judicial and administrative treatment of valuation of the gross estate.
- [Fiduciary Income Taxation of Trusts and Estates](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/fiduciary-income-taxation-of-trusts-and-estates-4/) - Dive into a discussion of fiduciary income taxation, starting with the definitions of fiduciary accounting income (FAI), taxable income, and distributable net income (DNI). The presenter then shares planning ideas to minimize regular tax, alternative minimum tax (AMT), and the 3.8% net investment income tax (NIIT) for both the trust or the estate and the
- [The Intersection of Family Law and Estate Planning: What Family Lawyers Want Estate Planners to Know Before, During and After Marriage](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-intersection-of-family-law-and-estate-planning-what-family-lawyers-want-estate-planners-to-know-before-during-and-after-marriage/) - Estate planning and family law can overlap in many situations since both practice areas involve spouses, money and death. Many myths and misconceptions surround the topic of separation and divorce, making the process even more difficult. This presentation covers 10 things estate planning lawyers should know about family law.
- [North Carolina Probate Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/north-carolina-probate-law-2/) - During this overview on North Carolina probate law, the presenters walk through the process and requirements for dealing with assets in an estate.
- [North Carolina Uniform Trust Code](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/north-carolina-uniform-trust-code-4/) - This session reviews the law on trusts in North Carolina, including the North Carolina Uniform Trust Code, and related concepts.
- [Retirement Benefits and Life Insurance: Estate Planning and Probate Issues](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/retirement-benefits-and-life-insurance-estate-planning-and-probate-issues/) - Explore planning considerations for retirement benefits, including beneficiary designation forms, naming trusts as a beneficiary, and tax implications resulting from the SECURE Act. Additionally, this session provides a general overview of estate planning and business succession planning opportunities with life insurance, including practical drafting considerations and planning opportunities, such as traditional irrevocable life insurance trusts
- [2025 Real Property Fundamentals Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-real-property-fundamentals-program-2/) - The 2025 Real Property Fundamentals Program is designed to help attorneys who are new to the practice of real estate law, as well as seasoned attorneys in need of a refresher. Review some "dirt law" basics and expand your knowledge of adjacent topics relevant to transactional real estate attorneys. Experienced and qualified speakers provide tips
- [2025 Estate Planning & Probate Law Survey Course](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-estate-planning-probate-law-survey-course-3/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Mental Fitness for Lawyers: Building Resilience in a High-Stress Profession](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/mental-fitness-for-lawyers-building-resilience-in-a-high-stress-profession/) - In this engaging and practical session, attorneys learn how to strengthen their emotional intelligence and build lasting resilience using neuroscience-backed strategies. Discover how stress-based habits create internal saboteurs — and how intentional regulation leads to clarity, confidence and sustainable success in the legal field.
- [The Intersection of Elder Law and Estate Planning](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-intersection-of-elder-law-and-estate-planning-3/) - Learn why traditional estate planning documents may not work as intended for your clients facing long-term care and what simple changes you can make to your documents to cover clients concerned about long-term care for themselves or their family members.
- [Charitable Giving](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/charitable-giving-6/) - Discuss charitable giving strategies and vehicles, as well as the related tax implications.
- [Estate Planning With Powers of Attorney, Guardianship and Ward](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/estate-planning-with-powers-of-attorney-guardianship-and-ward-4/) - This session explores planning opportunities utilizing a power of attorney drafted under the 2018 enactment of N.C.G.S. § 32C. Review the practical application of guardianship law to guardianships located in North Carolina, as well as transfers of guardianships into and out of North Carolina.
- [Transfer Taxes: Estate, Gift and Generation-Skipping Transfer](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/transfer-taxes-estate-gift-and-generation-skipping-transfer-3/) - Review the basic rules regarding federal transfer taxes, including estate tax, gift tax and generation-skipping transfer tax. Learn about the calculation of deductions and credits related to the federal estate tax for a decedent's estate; the various available exclusions, exemptions and deductions from gift tax and the valuation of taxable gifts; and the fundamentals of
- [2025 Estate Planning & Probate Law Survey Course](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-estate-planning-probate-law-survey-course-2/) - Designed for individuals who practice or are beginning to practice in the estate planning and probate law areas, the 2025 Estate Planning & Probate Law Survey Course provides an overview of key concepts and discusses practical considerations, planning strategies and opportunities. Gain insight from knowledgeable estate planning and tax practitioners as they share their expertise.
- [North Carolina Law of Wills](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/north-carolina-law-of-wills-2/) - Hear an overview of wills in North Carolina, including the capacity to create a will and requirements for execution.
- [Partnerships, LLCs and Corporations: Estate Planning and Probate Issues](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/partnerships-llcs-and-corporations-estate-planning-and-probate-issues-4/) - Examine the types of business entities available to clients and considerations for choice of entity. This session also discusses various estate tax and probate issues that arise from the death of an owner of a closely held business.
- [NCBA 2025 Annual Review](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ncba-2025-annual-review-6/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [2025 Civil Law Update and Annual Review](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-civil-law-update-and-annual-review/) - Hear recent key decisions from the North Carolina Supreme Court, the North Carolina Court of Appeals and the North Carolina Business Court. This session also addresses substantive areas of civil law, the Rules of Civil Procedure, and the Rules of Evidence.
- [2025 Education Law Update and Annual Review](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-education-law-update-and-annual-review/) - This session provides a survey of significant education law decisions in the last 12 to 15 months, both in North Carolina and across the country.
- [2025 Real Property Case Law Update and Annual Review](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-real-property-case-law-update-and-annual-review/) - Receive the latest real property updates to enhance your practice by learning about this year's most recent and impactful case law decisions.
- [Professional Responsibility Challenges in a Dynamic Legal Environment](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/professional-responsibility-challenges-in-a-dynamic-legal-environment/) - Technological advances have created new challenges for lawyers, raising professional responsibility implications. North Carolina Rule of Professional Conduct 1.1 requires lawyers to maintain competence, which includes understanding "the benefits and risks associated with the technology relevant to the lawyer's practice" (RPC 1.1, Comment 7). This session explores professional responsibility issues arising from applications of technology,
- [2025 Criminal Law Update and Annual Review](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-criminal-law-update-and-annual-review/) - Kearns Davis and Jan Pritchett return to provide this year's criminal law update. In this session, Pritchett discusses key recent decisions by the North Carolina Supreme Court and North Carolina Court of Appeals, while Davis addresses significant federal cases from the U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit.
- [Ethical Considerations and Pitfalls Attorneys Should Be Aware of During Career Transitions](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ethical-considerations-and-pitfalls-attorneys-should-be-aware-of-during-career-transitions/) - Whether seeking to change practice areas, improve work-life balance, increase earnings, gain greater autonomy, or retire from the legal profession, attorneys are moving to new positions or retiring at rates not seen in past years. Attorney mobility raises ethical issues that affect not only the transitioning attorney, but also clients, former colleagues and new colleagues.
- [2025 Privacy and Data Security Law Update and Annual Review](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-privacy-and-data-security-law-update-and-annual-review/) - This session covers recent changes to privacy and cybersecurity laws, with a focus on their practical implications.
- [2025 Family Law Update and Annual Review](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-family-law-update-and-annual-review/) - This year's family law update is a whirlwind overview of the most recent case law and legislative changes in the world of family law. The fast-paced discussion covers legal updates from the previous year on topics such as equitable distribution, child custody, child support, postseparation support, alimony, separation agreements, contempt, attorney's fees and more.
- [2025 Workers' Compensation Law Update and Annual Review](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-workers-compensation-law-update-and-annual-review/) - Delve into relevant cases from the past year that have impacted the workers' compensation practice.
- [NCBA 2025 Annual Review](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ncba-2025-annual-review-5/) - This year's NCBA Annual Review provides you with the latest updates on key court decisions and significant amendments to legislation and policies covering a wide range of topic and practice areas, including civil law, criminal law, family law, real property law, and more. In addition, this program offers sessions to help you satisfy your ethics,
- [2025 Tax Law Update and Annual Review](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-tax-law-update-and-annual-review/) - Hear a discussion of recent decisions from the North Carolina Office of Administrative Hearings, the North Carolina Business Court, and the North Carolina Supreme Court relating to North Carolina tax law. This update includes opinions on disputes involving sales and use tax, corporate tax, franchise tax, and individual income tax.
- [Legal Tech Essentials: Mastering Modern Tools for Smart Law Practice Management](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/legal-tech-essentials-mastering-modern-tools-for-smart-law-practice-management/) - Choosing the right law practice management software (LPMS) can transform how your firm operates, helping you stay on top of trust accounting, track time efficiently, reduce double entry, check for conflicts, and manage deadlines with ease. This session breaks down the key features of LPMS platforms, their potential benefits and how to avoid common obstacles
- [Navigating the Cloud, Technology Risk, and AI](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/navigating-the-cloud-technology-risk-and-ai-2/) - The digital landscape is changing fast, and for legal professionals, understanding cloud computing, technology risk, and artificial intelligence isn't just an option — it's essential for protecting client data and upholding ethical obligations.
- [North Carolina Fiduciary Litigation Manual, Second Edition](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/north-carolina-fiduciary-litigation-manual-second-edition/) - CLE publications that are hard copy and shipped to customers. They may or may not include an e-Version. | Taxable
- [North Carolina Fiduciary Litigation Manual, Second Edition](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/north-carolina-fiduciary-litigation-manual-second-edition-2/) - CLE publications that are hard copy and shipped to customers. They may or may not include an e-Version. | Taxable
- [Builder's Risk Insurance: Navigating Disaster During Construction](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/builders-risk-insurance-navigating-disaster-during-construction/) - Builder's risk insurance plays a critical role in protecting construction projects from unexpected disasters — but understanding its scope and limitations is key. This session explores how builder's risk policies respond to events like hurricanes, fires, and flooding during construction, common coverage pitfalls, and practical strategies for mitigating risk and navigating claims when disaster strikes.
- [Navigating Disaster Recovery](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/navigating-disaster-recovery/) - Disaster recovery is complex, fast-moving, and often chaotic — especially in the construction context. This session provides a practical guide to navigating the legal, contractual and logistical challenges that arise after disaster strikes. From coordinating with insurers, contractors, and multiple funding sources to managing timelines, claims, and compliance issues, attendees gain valuable insights into effective
- [2025 Construction Annual Case Law Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-construction-annual-case-law-update/) - This session covers important judicial opinions issued over the past year.
- [Multi-Family Developments: Complex Multi-Party Mediations](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/multi-family-developments-complex-multi-party-mediations/) - Multi-family construction projects often involve a web of stakeholders —developers, contractors, designers, insurers — making dispute resolution especially challenging. This session delves into the unique complexities of multi-party mediations in these developments, offering practical strategies for managing competing interests, structuring effective negotiations, and reaching resolution in high-stakes, high-conflict scenarios.
- [Construction in Disaster-Prone Areas: Legal and Insurance Considerations](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/construction-in-disaster-prone-areas-legal-and-insurance-considerations/) - Building in disaster-prone areas presents a host of legal and insurance challenges that require careful planning and foresight. This session examines key risk factors, contractual protections, insurance coverage issues, and regulatory considerations that construction professionals must navigate when working in high-risk zones. Gain practical insights into minimizing liability, securing appropriate coverage, and managing legal exposure
- [Preventing Ethical Disaster: Understanding Additional and Professional Responsibility](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/preventing-ethical-disaster-understanding-additional-and-professional-responsibility/) - Throughout our legal careers, we are likely to encounter individuals, clients, opposing counsel, and even colleagues within our own firms who are grappling with addiction or addictive behavior. These struggles can profoundly affect judgment, reliability, and adherence to professional obligations, raising complex ethical dilemmas. This session explores the intersection of addiction and professional responsibility, offering
- [Planning for the Future, Preparing for Disaster (2025 Construction Law Section Fall Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/planning-for-the-future-preparing-for-disaster-2025-construction-law-section-fall-program-2/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Creditors in Bankruptcy Cases](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/creditors-in-bankruptcy-cases/) - This session offers a practical introduction to representing creditors in bankruptcy cases. Learn the essentials of proofs of claim, preferences, and fraudulent transfers, as well as the new Bankruptcy Rule 3002.1.
- [2025 Basics of Bankruptcy](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-basics-of-bankruptcy-2/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Trust Accounting: Behind the Numbers](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/trust-accounting-behind-the-numbers-2/) - Join Anne Parkin, director of the Trust Account Compliance Department at the North Carolina State Bar, for this Lunchtime Webcast covering all key aspects of the trust accounting rules. The program offers a comprehensive overview of the recordkeeping requirements, including Rule 1.15, best practices and available resources. Additional topics include understanding the State Bar's random
- ["Passing the Torch … While It's Got Heat!" How To Start Leveraging Your Legal Experience NOW for Maximum Value for the Days to Come](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/passing-the-torch-while-its-got-heat-how-to-start-leveraging-your-legal-experience-now-for-maximum-value-for-the-days-to-come-2/) - For many lawyers, the prospect of retiring and exiting the practice of law can be a delicate or daunting one. It might just be a challenge worth facing proactively. It can even be incredibly valuable (financially speaking) to consider this kind of option — long before you may think you are "ready" to retire. This
- ["Passing the Torch … While It's Got Heat!" How To Start Leveraging Your Legal Experience NOW for Maximum Value for the Days to Come](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/passing-the-torch-while-its-got-heat-how-to-start-leveraging-your-legal-experience-now-for-maximum-value-for-the-days-to-come-3/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Planning for the Future, Preparing for Disaster (2025 Construction Law Section Fall Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/planning-for-the-future-preparing-for-disaster-2025-construction-law-section-fall-program/) - Join construction law professionals from across North Carolina for a timely and dynamic CLE program focused on disaster preparedness, recovery, and the evolving legal landscape. This year's lineup features top experts and attorneys exploring how climate change is impacting coastal communities, strategies to avoid catastrophic loss in multi-family developments, and the latest in builder's risk
- [Sustainable Construction and Resilience: Building for the Future](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/sustainable-construction-and-resilience-building-for-the-future/) - As climate risks grow, the demand for sustainable and resilient construction has never been greater. This session explores how forward-thinking design, materials, and construction practices are helping to create buildings that not only reduce environmental impact but also withstand future disasters. Learn how evolving standards, technologies, and legal considerations are shaping a more resilient built
- [Climate Change and Its Impact on Coastal Communities](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/climate-change-and-its-impact-on-coastal-communities/) - Climate change is reshaping coastal communities through rising sea levels, increased storm intensity, and shifting weather patterns. This session examines the real-world impacts on infrastructure, development, and community resilience, offering insights from experts on how these changes are influencing construction, planning, and legal considerations along the coast.
- [Multi-Family Buildings in Coastal Communities: Avoiding Catastrophic Loss](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/multi-family-buildings-in-coastal-communities-avoiding-catastrophic-loss/) - As hurricane risks grow in frequency and intensity, coastal communities face mounting challenges in protecting multi-family buildings. This session explores how evolving hazards are reshaping the built environment, with a focus on hurricanes, emerging construction practices, updated codes, and key trends in insurance and litigation — all from an engineer's perspective aimed at avoiding catastrophic
- [What About the Children? (2025 Family Law Fall Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/what-about-the-children-2025-family-law-fall-program-2/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [2025 Basics of Bankruptcy](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-basics-of-bankruptcy/) - Whether you're new to practice or simply new to the Bankruptcy Code, this program provides a strong starting point. It introduces you to the basics of bankruptcy law, covering core concepts, procedures and terminology to build confidence in your ability to navigate cases under Chapters 7, 11 and 13. The sessions also offer practical guidance
- [Ethics in Bankruptcy](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ethics-in-bankruptcy/) - Explore the key ethical issues that arise in bankruptcy representations, including client intake notices and requirements, attorney fees, and issues related to representing both debtors and creditors.
- [Introduction to Bankruptcy](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/introduction-to-bankruptcy/) - Dive into the basics of bankruptcy, starting with an overview of the Bankruptcy Court system, bankruptcy terms, and general concepts of bankruptcy.
- [Automatic Stay](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/automatic-stay/) - The automatic stay is a powerful tool in bankruptcy — but how exactly does it work? This session provides a clear, practical introduction to the automatic stay: who it protects, what actions it covers, how long it lasts, and the process for obtaining relief from it.
- [Basics of Chapter 7 Bankruptcy](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/basics-of-chapter-7-bankruptcy/) - Gain a foundational understanding of Chapter 7 bankruptcy, including how to prepare schedules, apply exemptions, and evaluate discharge and dischargeability issues. This session also covers the means test and its role in determining eligibility.
- [Basics of Chapter 13 Bankruptcy](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/basics-of-chapter-13-bankruptcy/) - Thinking about filing a Chapter 13 case for your client but not sure where to start? This session walks you through the basics of individual Chapter 13 cases, from deciding whether to file a case to crafting the initial Chapter 13 plan. Learn how to effectively represent your client from filing to confirmation, post-confirmation, and
- [Introduction to Chapter 11 Bankruptcy and Subchapter V](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/introduction-to-chapter-11-bankruptcy-and-subchapter-v/) - Receive a quick, basic lesson on comparing reorganization cases under Chapter 11, Chapter 12, and Subchapter V of Chapter 11.
- [Common Interest Communities in North Carolina (What’s New in the Third Edition)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/common-interest-communities-in-north-carolina-whats-new-in-the-third-edition-2/) - Be among the first to explore the newly released publication Common Interest Communities in North Carolina, Third Edition! A lot has changed since the Second Edition was published in 2019 — from a global pandemic to sweeping legislative and case law developments. Over the past six years, at least nine new laws have been enacted
- [What About the Children? (2025 Family Law Fall Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/what-about-the-children-2025-family-law-fall-program/) - We sometimes forget that custody cases are ultimately about the children and doing what is best for them. How you determine what is best for the children can be accomplished in multiple ways. Join us as we address the most important custody cases in the past 10 years, forensic custody evaluations (good and bad), how
- [How to Utilize Your Parenting Coordinator](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/how-to-utilize-your-parenting-coordinator/) - More and more custody cases now have Parenting Coordinators appointed to assist the clients with communication. But what specifically does a Parenting Coordinator do? What decisions can a Parenting Coordinator make? This panel answers these questions and more.
- [The Report Said What? Next Steps When Custody Evaluations Don't Support Your Client](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-report-said-what-next-steps-when-custody-evaluations-dont-support-your-client/) - You got a bad forensic custody evaluation that doesn't help your client at all. What options does your client have to refute the evaluation? Find out as we discuss how to handle a bad forensic custody evaluation.
- [A View From the Bench on Evaluations](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/a-view-from-the-bench-on-evaluations/) - Every day, attorneys try custody cases in front of judges. But we never get to find out what the judges really think about these cases. Now is your chance to hear the judges' thoughts on custody evaluations, parental fitness evaluations, substance abuse assessments and more.
- [Diversity Matters in Custody Cases](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/diversity-matters-in-custody-cases/) - In today's society, an awareness of the cultural, societal and religious factors that influence custody decisions is essential to effective family law practice. This session explores how understanding these dimensions empowers practitioners to tailor custody orders and co-parenting agreements to meet the unique needs of each client.
- [The Custody Cases You Need to Know From the Last 10 Years](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-custody-cases-you-need-to-know-from-the-last-10-years/) - There have been a lot of custody cases in the past 10 years. During this session, the speakers go through the most important custody cases and how they can help you in future custody cases.
- [Building Healthy Relationships: A Guide for Attorneys](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/building-healthy-relationships-a-guide-for-attorneys-2/) - This program gives attorneys practical tools to strengthen relationships in both their professional and personal lives. Learn how to improve communication, set healthy boundaries, and use emotional intelligence to better manage stress and maintain well-being. Through strategies like the GIVE approach and techniques for evaluating relationships, you gain actionable ways to build more fulfilling connections.
- [Successor Trustees and Section 672(c): A Prison of Our Own Making?](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/successor-trustees-and-section-672c-a-prison-of-our-own-making/) - Since 1995 it has been common to prohibit "related or subordinate" parties from serving as successor trustees. This presentation explores the origins of that limitation and argues that it is possible to draft estate tax-exempt irrevocable trusts without any 672(c) restrictions at all. Review different scenarios where a successor trustee may be required and a
- [Into the Great Wide Open: Estate Planning for the Child-Free Client](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/into-the-great-wide-open-estate-planning-for-the-child-free-client/) - Recent research suggests that one in five Americans may choose to remain "child-free." During this presentation, the speaker unpacks these findings, along with other related social science research, and examines their potential impacts on the estate planning process. Topics include best practices for client engagement regarding nontraditional family structures, drafting for flexibility in fiduciary selection
- [The Ethics of Generative AI in Legal Writing: Charting the Ethical Course for Tomorrow's AI Revolution in Daily Practice](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-ethics-of-generative-ai-in-legal-writing-charting-the-ethical-course-for-tomorrows-ai-revolution-in-daily-practice/) - This presentation examines the rapidly evolving ethical guidance surrounding generative AI in legal writing, including emerging standards that suggest potential mandatory usage for lawyers. We analyze current ethical frameworks and explore how they apply to the use of AI tools in document creation and legal research. Gain practical insights into implementing ethical AI practices, including
- [46th Annual Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/46th-annual-estate-planning-fiduciary-law-program-2/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [The Legal Professional's Guide to Microsoft Copilot for 365](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-legal-professionals-guide-to-microsoft-copilot-for-365-2/) - Microsoft Copilot is a generative AI add-on available by subscription within the Microsoft 365 suite. Designed to integrate seamlessly with the entire 365 suite, Copilot offers advanced capabilities to enhance productivity and streamline workflows. This Lunchtime Webcast explores how legal professionals can leverage Copilot to improve drafting efficiency, manage communications, analyze data, and automate routine
- [Common Interest Communities in North Carolina, Third Edition](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/common-interest-communities-in-north-carolina-third-edition/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Digital Docs: Best Practices for eFiling](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/digital-docs-best-practices-for-efiling-2/) - Join Judge Paul Ridgeway and Dan Gibson for this Expert Series exploring the fundamentals of optimizing documents for eCourts. The speakers outline best practices for formatting pleadings and proposed orders, and for interacting with PDFs, including e-signatures, optical character recognition (OCR), and converting Word documents to PDF. Additionally, learn how to incorporate screenshots and links
- [Common Interest Communities in North Carolina, Third Edition](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/common-interest-communities-in-north-carolina-third-edition-2/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [North Carolina 2025 Estate Planning State Legislative Updates](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/north-carolina-2025-estate-planning-state-legislative-updates/) - Hear an overview of recently enacted North Carolina statutory provisions.
- ['Til "I Don't" or "Death Do Us Part": What Family Lawyers Want Estate Planners to Know Before, During and After Marriage](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/til-i-dont-or-death-do-us-part-what-family-lawyers-want-estate-planners-to-know-before-during-and-after-marriage/) - This presentation provides estate planning attorneys with practical insights from a family law perspective, addressing the intersection of estate planning and family law from the beginning of a relationship to a parting by divorce or death.
- [46th Annual Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/46th-annual-estate-planning-fiduciary-law-program/) - Join us for the 46th Annual Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Program. This program covers significant estate planning, estate administration, and tax issues. Designed to benefit both new and experienced lawyers alike, learn practical tips and gain insight to help you navigate challenges and opportunities in the current environment.
- [2025 Federal and North Carolina Estate Planning Recent Developments](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-federal-and-north-carolina-estate-planning-recent-developments/) - Review recent federal statutory developments and cases involving trust, estate, gift and income tax matters and North Carolina case law.
- [Top 30 Best Practices for Estate Planners When Advising Families With Special Needs Beneficiaries](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/top-30-best-practices-for-estate-planners-when-advising-families-with-special-needs-beneficiaries/) - During this session, Kristen Lewis, an ACTEC Fellow and member of the Special Needs Alliance, shares essential insight for working with families of individuals with special needs. She covers a variety of topics, including the "network" of special needs trusts that serves as the foundation for securing the future of persons challenged by disabilities. The
- [Dissecting Beneficiary Designations](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/dissecting-beneficiary-designations/) - This presentation takes a closer look at beneficiary designations, ranging from "payable on death" and "transfer on death" designees on accounts to beneficiary designation forms on annuities, qualified retirement plans (QRPs), IRAs, and life insurance policies. The speaker covers lessons from beneficiary designation litigation and related key considerations including spousal consent, ERISA preemption, revocation-on-divorce, substantial
- [Estate and Gift Tax Policy in 2025: A View From Inside the Beltway](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/estate-and-gift-tax-policy-in-2025-a-view-from-inside-the-beltway/) - Beth Kaufman's up-to-the-minute presentation from "inside the Beltway" discusses the 2025 changes in tax policy that impact estate planning and high-net-worth individuals. She dissects legislation that has been introduced or enacted and explains its planning implications. She also talks about changes at the IRS and Treasury Department that could alter the issuance of guidance and
- [An Overview of the Parenting Coordination Process and Its Important Role With High-Conflict Parents](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/an-overview-of-the-parenting-coordination-process-and-its-important-role-with-high-conflict-parents-2/) - Parenting coordination is a court-appointed, child-focused process that assists parents in high-conflict separations or divorces who have difficulty cooperating in the care of their minor children. The parenting coordinator acts as a facilitator and impartial decision-maker on behalf of the children when disputes arise. Join Catherine Forneris and Cynthia Sortisio for this Expert Series to
- [Demystifying Artificial Intelligence in the Entertainment Industries (2025 Sports & Entertainment Law Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/demystifying-artificial-intelligence-in-the-entertainment-industries-2025-sports-entertainment-law-section-program-2/) - While every industry is evaluating how artificial intelligence will shape its future, few face more immediate and complex challenges than the entertainment world. From disputes over the copyrightability of AI-generated art, to claims that AI model training infringes on artists' rights, to fears of creative replacement by AI, entertainment law practitioners are on the front
- [Artificial Intelligence 101 for Entertainment Legal Professionals](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/artificial-intelligence-101-for-entertainment-legal-professionals/) - Artificial intelligence is the hottest buzzword around the water cooler, but what do entertainment law professionals need to understand to stay current on how this disruptive technology is impacting clients and industries? With an eye to the entertainment law space, we provide a deep dive into what artificial intelligence is (and what it isn't) and
- [SAG-AFTRA Contract Negotiations: A Case Study for AI's Impact on Union Agreements](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/sag-aftra-contract-negotiations-a-case-study-for-ais-impact-on-union-agreements/) - While the effects of artificial intelligence remain speculative for many industries, disputes over these emerging innovations are having a major impact on negotiations for SAG-AFTRA union agreements. Learn about the key provisions that are being discussed in these negotiations, their impact on producers and talent alike, and how artificial intelligence could shape not only the
- [Demystifying Artificial Intelligence in the Entertainment Industries (2025 Sports & Entertainment Law Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/demystifying-artificial-intelligence-in-the-entertainment-industries-2025-sports-entertainment-law-section-program-3/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Navigating Terminations, Stop Work Orders and De-Scopes Under the New Administration: What Government Contractors and Grant Recipients Need to Know](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/navigating-terminations-stop-work-orders-and-de-scopes-under-the-new-administration-what-government-contractors-and-grant-recipients-need-to-know-2/) - In the first quarter of 2025, the U.S. government issued a myriad of policy statements and executive orders with far-reaching impacts on government contractors and grant recipients. Many federal government agencies directed contractors and grant recipients to stop work, de-scope contracts and issue termination notices. In addition to these official directions, many agencies are engaging
- [Law, Life and Letting Go: A Roadmap for the Complete Legal Journey](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/law-life-and-letting-go-a-roadmap-for-the-complete-legal-journey-2/) - Join Douglas Wood, owner of the Law Offices of Douglas J. Wood PLLC and author of From Dawn to Dusk: How to Build a Multimillion Dollar Law Practice and Then Give It Away, for this Lunchtime Webcast that explores the full arc of a legal career — from launching a successful practice to planning a
- [Personal Injury Tax Tips and Ethical Obligations](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/personal-injury-tax-tips-and-ethical-obligations-2/) - Settlement language and planning typically affect how much of a recovery the plaintiff keeps — often by more than half. Personal injury lawyers have ethical responsibilities to inform clients about these risks and opportunities unless the engagement compliantly excludes the issues from their scope of representation. Join tax lawyer Jeremy Babener and chief trust officer
- [Streamlining Sales Tax Compliance: Automation, Expertise and Efficiency](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/streamlining-sales-tax-compliance-automation-expertise-and-efficiency/) - This presentation explores the vital role of automation in streamlining the sales tax compliance process and mitigating the risks associated with manual compliance. Discuss commonly used software providers and key considerations for selecting the right automation software. Gain insight into the pros and cons of automation and the strategic value of working with a sales
- [Understanding the SECURE Act Final Regulations: A Journey Through the Labyrinth of Planning for Qualified Retirement Plans](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/understanding-the-secure-act-final-regulations-a-journey-through-the-labyrinth-of-planning-for-qualified-retirement-plans/) - The long-awaited Final Treasury Regulations relating to required minimum distributions from qualified retirement plans were released in the summer of 2024. This area of tax law is notoriously complicated, but the Final Regulations provide clarity on a number of open items, as well as myriad planning opportunities and additional challenges that planners and their clients
- [Tools, Defenses and Recent Developments in IRS Collections](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/tools-defenses-and-recent-developments-in-irs-collections/) - Designed to help practitioners learn the recent developments occurring in the IRS Collection Division, this presentation explores tools and resources available to successfully resolve cases with the IRS.
- [Judging Uncommon Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/judging-uncommon-law/) - Administrative law is based on the exercise of judicial and legislative powers by the executive branch. It does not fit easily within a constitutional system based on the separation of these powers. In this session, a North Carolina administrative law judge examines issues arising from this uneasy fit as they affect North Carolina tax litigation
- [Winning by Losing: The Strategy of Adverse Private Letter Rulings](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/winning-by-losing-the-strategy-of-adverse-private-letter-rulings/) - Each year, IRS private letter rulings (PLRs) provide hundreds of taxpayers with certainty about the U.S. federal tax treatment of their transactions and situations. Since PLRs are voluntary, and the IRS tells taxpayers what they will say before they're issued, it is (erroneously) assumed that adverse PLRs don't — and shouldn't — exist. This presentation
- [24th Annual North Carolina Tax Section Workshop](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/24th-annual-north-carolina-tax-section-workshop-2/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [When Two Worlds Collide: State and Local Tax Issues Arising in Bankruptcy](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/when-two-worlds-collide-state-and-local-tax-issues-arising-in-bankruptcy/) - This session covers common issues that may arise in bankruptcy proceedings related to state and local tax. Beginning with a basic overview of the bankruptcy process, explore important considerations for taxpayers contemplating bankruptcy and for creditors after a bankruptcy filing. It concludes with a brief discussion of recent legislative changes related to North Carolina state
- [An NC Audit Survival Guide](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/an-nc-audit-survival-guide/) - This presentation focuses on the North Carolina Department of Revenue's examination activity over the past two years and features a short discussion of "repair, maintenance, and installation" issues and other sales tax controversies.
- [Advance Considerations in Entity Selection and Tax Classification](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/advance-considerations-in-entity-selection-and-tax-classification/) - What is the better vehicle through which to operate a business: a business corporation or a limited liability company — and why? When an LLC is preferred, the next question becomes, what is the optimum tax classification for that entity: C corporation, S corporation, or, the default, partnership/check-the-box disregarded entity classification? This session considers the
- [24th Annual North Carolina Tax Section Workshop](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/24th-annual-north-carolina-tax-section-workshop/) - Are you ready to dive into the latest tax law updates and strategies to enhance your practice? Join us for an in-depth analysis and discussion covering a wide variety of federal and state tax topics. During this program, speakers provide insights on federal tax topics, including the recently issued final regulations addressing changes to 409(a)
- [Tax Issues in M&A Transactions: Why We Do the Things We Do and Are There Options?](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/tax-issues-in-ma-transactions-why-we-do-the-things-we-do-and-are-there-options/) - Discuss some of the tax tools common to M&A transactions, solely from a tax perspective. For example, why should you do a 99-6 transaction versus a 338(h)(10) election? Is an earnout really an installment sale — and what about 453A? Do we have options with what is used?
- [Managing the New Normal: A Period of Change (2025 Environment, Energy & Natural Resources Law Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/managing-the-new-normal-a-period-of-change-2025-environment-energy-natural-resources-law-section-program-3/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Climate Resiliency: Planning](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/climate-resiliency-planning/) - Hear perspectives from Kathie Dello, North Carolina's state climatologist, and Zeb Smathers, the Mayor of the Town of Canton, about the challenges associated with more frequent and severe storms and efforts to provide more accurate forecasting to improve climate resiliency.
- [Changing Times, Adapting to a New Administration: Perspectives from the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/changing-times-adapting-to-a-new-administration-perspectives-from-the-north-carolina-department-of-environmental-quality-ncdeq/) - Join us for a presentation by the new North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ), general counsel on state policy initiatives for 2025. Hear NCDEQ's perspective on how North Carolina is adapting to significant changes in environmental Law at both the state and federal levels, and how the agency is responding to new direction from
- [2025 Hot Topics: Emerging NC Issues](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-hot-topics-emerging-nc-issues/) - This session is intended to provide a broader cross-section of important topics for conference attendees in an exciting format. Join us for interesting updates on programmatic changes under the Brownfields Redevelopment Section Program, PFAS technical and regulatory updates, and the latest on the North Carolina Forest Action Plan that focuses on statewide analysis of the
- [2025 Environment, Energy & Natural Resources Case Law and Legislative Updates](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-environment-energy-natural-resources-case-law-and-legislative-updates/) - Hear the latest updates on case law in North Carolina, from both state and administrative courts, followed by an update on North Carolina's legislative and rulemaking developments. This presentation also discusses which bills are still in progress and their overall status.
- [Climate Resiliency: Recovery](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/climate-resiliency-recovery/) - This presentation focuses on recovery and emergency response for more frequent and intense storms that are impacting broader areas and affecting limited local and state resources and legislative and regulatory impacts on the climate resiliency recovery process.
- [2025 Environment, Energy & Natural Resources Federal Case Law Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-environment-energy-natural-resources-federal-case-law-update/) - Learn about the recent developments at the Supreme Court, including important developments in administrative law such as the Loper Bright and Corner Post decisions. Also, in this session we review the recent developments in the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and other significant topics that will impact environmental regulation and enforcement.
- [Mental Health Awareness: Posttraumatic Stress](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/mental-health-awareness-posttraumatic-stress/) - Licensed clinician Rick Baker discusses the different types of traumatic stressors that can be encountered in the legal profession and draws parallels to how people impacted by Hurricane Helene have been affected by the same stressors and how they can be managed in our everyday lives.
- [Adolescence Into Adulthood: Special Considerations for Representing Young People (2025 Juvenile Justice & Children's Rights Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/adolescence-into-adulthood-special-considerations-for-representing-young-people-2025-juvenile-justice-childrens-rights-section-program-3/) - The transition from childhood into adulthood is marked with significant changes to individual rights. These rights change according to age and according to what area of law is implicated. As lawyers representing and counseling young people, we are called upon to understand the law in our primary practice area and to be able to identify
- [Adultish: Estate Planning Essentials for Youth Turning 18](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/adultish-estate-planning-essentials-for-youth-turning-18/) - Hear an overview of advance directives and other essential estate planning considerations for youth turning 18.
- [Juvenile Justice Roundtable](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/juvenile-justice-roundtable/) - This panel addresses important points of intersections across practice areas, including estate planning, education, and juvenile justice.
- [Educational Considerations for Youth Reaching the Age of Majority](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/educational-considerations-for-youth-reaching-the-age-of-majority/) - This session provides an understanding of the transition of educational rights from parents to students at the age of majority under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Section 504, and the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
- [2025 Juvenile Justice Update Since Changes to "Raise the Age"](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-juvenile-justice-update-since-changes-to-raise-the-age/) - Receive an overview of recent "Raise the Age" changes, and discuss how these changes are shaping juvenile prosecutions and defense practices.
- [Young Adults in Foster Care](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/young-adults-in-foster-care/) - During this session, we discuss voluntary foster care placements for young adults, often referred to as "County Department of Social Services 18- to 21-Year-Old Programs," and the benefits available to young adults through these programs.
- [2025 Clean Energy Goals Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-clean-energy-goals-update/) - Discuss the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ) Clean Energy Plan and the status of clean energy goals and recommendations. We primarily focus on impacts at both the state and federal levels, with recent administration changes that will impact clean energy goals and the energy industry in North Carolina.
- [Managing the New Normal: A Period of Change (2025 Environment, Energy & Natural Resources Law Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/managing-the-new-normal-a-period-of-change-2025-environment-energy-natural-resources-law-section-program/) - We were excited to be back live in Asheville in May and to have the opportunity to support the local community in the wake of Hurricane Helene. Appropriately, a portion of our program features a two-part presentation on climate resiliency planning and recovery, focusing on our new normal and the reality that the impacts to
- [eNotary for Paralegals](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/enotary-for-paralegals/) - Discover the current rules that govern electronic notaries. In this session, we explore eMortgage closings, E-Commerce, and other areas in which electronic notaries are used.
- [eCourts: e-Filing in North Carolina for Paralegals](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ecourts-e-filing-in-north-carolina-for-paralegals/) - Learn how to navigate the eCourts system, including the process for e-filing in state court. This session covers how to access the eFiling system and discusses the standards and codes for using the system.
- [A Day in the Life of a Corporate Paralegal](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-corporate-paralegal/) - This panel discussion focuses on the life of a corporate paralegal, covering topics such as contract management, finance, bankruptcy, securities, trademarks and patent. Get a behind-the-curtain view of how each panelist navigates the professional side of being a corporate paralegal and maintains work/life balance. Panelists also share in-depth views into professionalism.
- [Campus Counsel: How Paralegals Power Higher Education Legal Teams](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/campus-counsel-how-paralegals-power-higher-education-legal-teams/) - What is the role of the paralegal in education law? Hear about the current trends in education law, covering topics such as the rights of students, teachers and schools. We discuss state and federal laws and regulations that apply to public and private schools at all levels.
- [Paralegal Ethics: Rules of Professional Conduct](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/paralegal-ethics-rules-of-professional-conduct/) - What are the standards that govern paralegals? What are the paralegal's ethical responsibilities to their attorney and client? During this session, we review the rules of professional conduct for paralegals.
- [The Everyday Paralegal (2025 NCBA Paralegal Division Annual Meeting)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-everyday-paralegal-2025-ncba-paralegal-division-annual-meeting-2/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Adolescence Into Adulthood: Special Considerations for Representing Young People (2025 Juvenile Justice & Children's Rights Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/adolescence-into-adulthood-special-considerations-for-representing-young-people-2025-juvenile-justice-childrens-rights-section-program-2/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [NAELA Policy Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/naela-policy-update/) - Receive an in-depth analysis of the election's outcomes and what they mean for elder law, special needs planning and related areas. This session provides you with the insights you need to navigate the new legislative and regulatory landscapes, ensuring you stay ahead of the changes on the horizon. Learn more about NAELA's national efforts regarding
- [Public Benefit Programs for Clients with Disabilities: Helping Keep or Regain Independence](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/public-benefit-programs-for-clients-with-disabilities-helping-keep-or-regain-independence/) - Learn about the various North Carolina public benefit programs available to our seniors and those who have been deemed disabled. Review the eligibility requirements for the programs and how to best assist our clients in qualifying for the programs.
- [Tools, Tips and Truths Regarding Use of Generative AI for Elder Law and Special Needs Attorneys](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/tools-tips-and-truths-regarding-use-of-generative-ai-for-elder-law-and-special-needs-attorneys/) - Generative artificial intelligence has been the big technology buzz for the last year (or so). The products are proliferating like bunnies, promising productivity magic. There are darker sides too, with deep fakes and malicious use. Additionally, the NC State Bar has promulgated an ethics opinion with a warning to lawyers to be educated on confidentiality
- [Veterans Benefits All Elder Law Attorneys Should Know](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/veterans-benefits-all-elder-law-attorneys-should-know/) - Your client is single with $2,000 monthly income, has a small nest egg and barely gets by; now he needs assisted living. He was an active-duty veteran in 1965. Can you help this client with financial assistance? Do you know how to advise this client? Whether or not you want to handle VA claims, you
- [29th Annual Elder and Special Needs Law Symposium](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/29th-annual-elder-and-special-needs-law-symposium-2/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [The Everyday Paralegal (2025 NCBA Paralegal Division Annual Meeting)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-everyday-paralegal-2025-ncba-paralegal-division-annual-meeting/) - What is the daily role of the paralegal? What are the paralegal's everyday functions? And what tools are available? This program is designed to assist paralegals with expanding their skill set and to provide avenues through which the paralegal can grow.
- [Municipal Government: The Paralegal's Role](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/municipal-government-the-paralegals-role/) - How does the municipal government function? What role does the paralegal play in conducting investigations and other legal matters in government agencies? This session discusses the current trends in municipal government, as well as federal and state government.
- [29th Annual Elder and Special Needs Law Symposium](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/29th-annual-elder-and-special-needs-law-symposium/) - The 29th Annual Elder and Special Needs Law Symposium offers insight from respected elder and special needs law practitioners and aging-service professionals from North Carolina and across the country. This year's program presents a diverse array of topics for all attorneys, whether new to the practice or a seasoned professional.
- [Criminal and Adult Protective Services (APS) Investigations in Elder Abuse: Representation of Defendants](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/criminal-and-adult-protective-services-aps-investigations-in-elder-abuse-representation-of-defendants/) - lder law attorneys often focus on the need for more prosecution and punishment for those who commit elder abuse, exploitation or neglect. However, what happens when an agent or caregiver is wrongfully accused or investigated? This session explores how APS handles investigations and what may be needed by a criminal defense attorney who represents the
- [Gray Divorce and Elder Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/gray-divorce-and-elder-law/) - Divorce and separation over the age of 50 are on the rise. Practitioners must consider the personal, financial, ethical and familial impact separation or divorce will have on their clients. We explore how to safely navigate the dissolution of a marriage while considering your client's wishes and other factors such as asset division and protection,
- [Income Taxation of Trusts and Estates for Elder and Special Needs Practitioners](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/income-taxation-of-trusts-and-estates-for-elder-and-special-needs-practitioners/) - This session provides an overview of the various income and estate tax considerations elder and special needs practitioners should consider when drafting wills and trusts. Receive a brief overview of the current estate and gift taxation exemptions and how they are applied, focusing on income taxation of various trusts.
- [What's New in Elder and Special Needs Law: 2025 Legislative and Case Law Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/whats-new-in-elder-and-special-needs-law-2025-legislative-and-case-law-update/) - Hear about the recent legislative and case law updates that impact the practice of elder and special needs law, covering both federal and North Carolina state changes and updates.
- [Exploring Frequent Title Claims and How To Prevent Them](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/exploring-frequent-title-claims-and-how-to-prevent-them/) - This presentation provides real estate attorneys and paralegals with an overview of the most common title claims received and handled by Fidelity National Title Group. Through an analysis of real-world fact patterns, the speaker offers a broad focus on preventing avoidable title insurance claims, explores key risk factors, and discusses strategies to mitigate exposure through
- [The Five Rs of Real Property Fraud: Recognize, Reject, Review, Reduce and Report](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-five-rs-of-real-property-fraud-recognize-reject-review-reduce-and-report/) - During this session, we talk about how to implement the "five Rs of fraud" in your office, creating a knowledgeable culture to prevent fraud. Review the types of social engineering fraud that are most likely to be used to target real estate lawyers and their clients, including check fraud, wire fraud, payoff fraud and seller
- [An Age Without Fraud: Combatting Fraud as a Practicing Real Estate Attorney](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/an-age-without-fraud-combatting-fraud-as-a-practicing-real-estate-attorney/) - Legal practitioners are the first-line responders for preventing and responding to fraud across a wide range of threat vectors. This session specifically covers (1) response planning for fraud, (2) means and methods of recovery, and (3) an update on legislative efforts to address deed fraud.
- [Negotiating Commercial Purchase and Sale Contracts](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/negotiating-commercial-purchase-and-sale-contracts/) - This presentation focuses on key provisions of purchase and sale contracts for commercial real estate. Review contract sections that deserve particular focus, get tips on negotiating those sections, and learn specific language and negotiating positions for both buyer's and seller's counsel.
- [Under Pressure: Addressing the Forces Affecting Real Property Practitioners (2025 Real Property Section Annual Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/under-pressure-addressing-the-forces-affecting-real-property-practitioners-2025-real-property-section-annual-program-2/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Getting By With a Little Help From Our Friends](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/getting-by-with-a-little-help-from-our-friends-4/) - he ABA and Hazelden Foundation recently conducted a nationwide study confirming that lawyers struggle with depression, anxiety and alcoholism at rates that far exceed rates found in the general population and other professions. We all know the risks. We often see colleagues in trouble but are unsure exactly what to do about it.
- [Litigation Paving and Pretrial Litigation: Building Strong Cases Through Intentional Client Onboarding](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/litigation-paving-and-pretrial-litigation-building-strong-cases-through-intentional-client-onboarding/) - Pretrial litigation and courtroom litigation call for copious amounts of strategy and skill. This presentation offers a family law perspective on litigation practices from start to finish. From retaining clients to implementing case strategy and setting case goals for effective representation, this session covers how to pave the way for a smooth client ride on
- [Trial Perspective from a Seasoned Judge](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/trial-perspective-from-a-seasoned-judge/) - When you're in the courtroom, you're in the driver's seat. Attorneys often have misconceived notions on what it takes to have a "perfect" trial. Sometimes not even a seemingly perfect trial strategy is enough for a decision to be rendered in your favor. Hear from a seasoned judge on effective ways to put your best
- [Preserving Error in Trial Courts: Appellate Proofing Your Trial and Order](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/preserving-error-in-trial-courts-appellate-proofing-your-trial-and-order/) - You don't want your case to be a dead end. If you're not careful, the dead end will be your only option with no way to turn around. From necessary objections to timeliness, this session helps you gain insight into the most important aspects of trial court litigation on the road to appeal.
- [Under Pressure: Addressing the Forces Affecting Real Property Practitioners (2025 Real Property Section Annual Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/under-pressure-addressing-the-forces-affecting-real-property-practitioners-2025-real-property-section-annual-program/) - Today's real property practitioners face competing pressures of client demands, time constraints, and outside parties attempting to undo all of it through fraud and theft. This program provides direction on how you can reduce stress and improve the mental health of yourself and your staff, while offering guidance on how to spot bad actors and
- [Preserving Real Estate Attorneys' Mental Health and Peace](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/preserving-real-estate-attorneys-mental-health-and-peace/) - As real estate attorneys, we practice at the whim of the markets. Combined with the demands of our clients, referral sources, and affiliates in the industry, we often practice in a pressure cooker that is detrimental to our own health and the health of our staff. Learn how to talk through these elements and how
- [2025 Real Property Case Law Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-real-property-case-law-update/) - Receive an update on the latest court decisions affecting real property and its practitioners.
- [Business Succession Planning and Pre-Sale Estate Planning for Closely Held Business Owners](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/business-succession-planning-and-pre-sale-estate-planning-for-closely-held-business-owners/) - Examine the critical steps business owners must take to ensure a smooth transition of ownership and leadership. We address key strategies for succession planning, including developing an exit strategy, preparing for potential sales, and transferring ownership to heirs or third parties. We also focus on pre-sale estate planning techniques to minimize taxes and maximize the
- [Practical Tips and Pitfalls With SLATs, IDGTs, QPRTs, GRATs, CRTs, and the Whole Alphabet Soup of Trusts](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/practical-tips-and-pitfalls-with-slats-idgts-qprts-grats-crts-and-the-whole-alphabet-soup-of-trusts/) - During this session, we consider various types of irrevocable trusts that can be used for planning with high-net-worth individuals and families. Review the basics of each trust type and the scenarios where each type might be useful in the planning process. We also discuss various considerations for each trust type, including pitfalls to look out
- [Advanced Estate and Trust Planning: Tax and Business Planning Strategies](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/advanced-estate-and-trust-planning-tax-and-business-planning-strategies-2/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Multigenerational Trusts and GST Planning Issues With High-Net-Worth Families](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/multigenerational-trusts-and-gst-planning-issues-with-high-net-worth-families/) - This session focuses on the complexities of using trusts for wealth transfer across multiple generations while addressing potential challenges under the Generation-Skipping Transfer (GST) Tax. It explains the benefits of multigenerational trusts in preserving family wealth, minimizing taxes, and ensuring long-term financial security for descendants. The presentation also covers key strategies for navigating GST exemptions
- [Data Breach and Related Consumer Privacy Actions](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/data-breach-and-related-consumer-privacy-actions/) - Data breach and consumer privacy litigation present a winding road filled with complex legal terrain, from jurisdictional challenges to evolving statutory frameworks and enforcement actions. This panel serves as your GPS for navigating these disputes, guiding you through key litigation strategies, regulatory considerations and procedural roadblocks. With plaintiff, defense and regulatory perspectives, our panel provides
- [Drive This Way: Litigation on the Road to Success (2025 Litigation Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/drive-this-way-litigation-on-the-road-to-success-2025-litigation-section-program/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Drive This Way: Litigation on the Road to Success (2025 Litigation Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/drive-this-way-litigation-on-the-road-to-success-2025-litigation-section-program-2/) - As litigators, there is no "one-way" street to litigation. Along the way, you will come across speed bumps, potholes, icy roads and dead ends. Join us for this CLE road map to guide you into a way of thinking critically about your next litigation direction.
- [Alternative Dispute Resolution for Litigators](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/alternative-dispute-resolution-for-litigators/) - Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) is one of many settlement paths when you've hit an icy road in litigation. This hour is devoted to presenting a lawyer's guide to navigating ADR in a tactful and efficient manner. During this session, learn essential how-tos for the ADR process — including engaging in compromise and working toward amicable
- [E-Filing and Other Pleading Issues](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/e-filing-and-other-pleading-issues/) - What do you have to plead? What should you plead? This session explores the pros and cons of detailed pleadings, best practices for pleadings considering e-filing, and how to address problematic filings on our now very public record.
- [2025 Family Law Case Law Update: Custody and Child Support](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-family-law-case-law-update-custody-and-child-support/) - This update covers the most recent custody and child support case law.
- [2025 Family Law Case Law Update: Equitable Distribution and Alimony](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-family-law-case-law-update-equitable-distribution-and-alimony/) - Receive the latest case law updates on equitable distribution and alimony.
- [Navigating Business Valuations, Cumbersome Financial Discovery, Prudent Stipulations, and "Hot-Tubbing"](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/navigating-business-valuations-cumbersome-financial-discovery-prudent-stipulations-and-hot-tubbing/) - Panelists discuss ways to streamline the business valuation process, when/whether to engage a court-appointed expert, prudent stipulations to consider in every case, and ways to utilize your experts to effectuate settlement and/or narrow issues for trial.
- [When to File (or Not File!) Rule 11 Sanctions and Related Motions](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/when-to-file-or-not-file-rule-11-sanctions-and-related-motions/) - During this session, we analyze Rule 11 with case studies and hypotheticals, discuss when to file (or not file) for Rule 11 sanctions, and explore related remedies such as abuse of process, malicious prosecution, and more.
- ["You Need to Calm Down": Recalibrating Professional Expectations and Boundaries for How We Treat Our Colleagues, Our Clients and Ourselves (2025 Family Law Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/you-need-to-calm-down-recalibrating-professional-expectations-and-boundaries-for-how-we-treat-our-colleagues-our-clients-and-ourselves-2025-family-law-section-program-2/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Advanced Estate and Trust Planning: Tax and Business Planning Strategies](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/advanced-estate-and-trust-planning-tax-and-business-planning-strategies/) - Designed as a survey for individuals who practice routinely in the area of estate planning, this program delves into advanced strategies for estate and trust management, focusing on complex planning tools and techniques. It covers a wide range of topics, including tax-efficient wealth transfer, asset protection, and the latest developments in trust law. Experts provide
- [Top Trends in Advanced Estate Planning](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/top-trends-in-advanced-estate-planning/) - Explore the latest developments and strategies in estate planning, focusing on emerging trends that impact high-net-worth individuals and families. This session covers innovative approaches to wealth transfer, tax optimization, and asset protection, while also addressing key legal and regulatory changes. Gain insight into advanced techniques for maximizing the value of estates and minimizing potential risks.
- [Estate and Trust Administration With Closely Held Business Assets](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/estate-and-trust-administration-with-closely-held-business-assets/) - Learn how to navigate the unique challenges involved in administering estates and trusts that include family-owned businesses or closely held business assets. This session covers strategies for valuing and transferring ownership of business entities — including general and limited partnerships, limited liability companies, S-corporations, C-corporations, and professional corporations — while addressing potential issues such as
- [Elevated Appellate Practice: Practical Ways to Take Your Appellate Skills to Another Level (2025 Appellate Practice Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/elevated-appellate-practice-practical-ways-to-take-your-appellate-skills-to-another-level-2025-appellate-practice-section-program/) - Elevate your appellate practice with this CLE featuring panels of judges, clerks and seasoned appellate attorneys as they share their insights on what resonates with appellate courts, tips on crafting compelling arguments, and guidance on navigating the nuances of legal text. From utilizing innovative briefing strategies to overcoming your oral argument fears, this CLE covers
- [Appellate Courts Conversation With Justice Dietz and Chief Judge Dillon](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/appellate-courts-conversation-with-justice-dietz-and-chief-judge-dillon/) - In this session, Troy Shelton moderates a discussion with Supreme Court Justice Richard Dietz and Chief Judge Chris Dillon to gain their insights into what appellate judges want to see from practitioners. The jurists discuss how the transition from private practice to behind the bench influenced their views on what constitutes effective advocacy. They also
- [Appellate Pitfalls to Avoid in 2025](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/appellate-pitfalls-to-avoid-in-2025/) - The North Carolina Rules of Appellate Procedure are constantly evolving. Each year brings new opinions from our appellate courts clarifying and interpreting when appeals can go forward and when they must be dismissed. Presenters in this panel summarize the latest developments and advise advocates on how to avoid emerging pitfalls so that they can obtain
- [Elevated Appellate Practice: Practical Ways to Take Your Appellate Skills to Another Level (2025 Appellate Practice Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/elevated-appellate-practice-practical-ways-to-take-your-appellate-skills-to-another-level-2025-appellate-practice-section-program-2/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Precision in Appellate Practice: Practical Tips to Level Up Your Legal Writing](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/precision-in-appellate-practice-practical-tips-to-level-up-your-legal-writing/) - It's no secret that writing matters in appellate practice. Eloquent syntax and impeccable grammar can bolster your argument, allowing the court to read your brief with ease. These attorney panelists from around the country have made it their mission to bring bite-sized writing tips to their LinkedIn audiences. Improve your own legal writing practice as
- [The Art of the Oral Arguments: Practice Before the Fourth Circuit](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-art-of-the-oral-arguments-practice-before-the-fourth-circuit/) - After all the research and fine-tuning involved in writing your Fourth Circuit brief is complete, you learn your case has been selected for oral argument. How do you prepare for the unknown before the Fourth Circuit panel? Gain confidence with this session, where we hear from experienced advocates before the Fourth Circuit who provide insight
- [A View From Chambers: Insights From Career Law Clerks](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/a-view-from-chambers-insights-from-career-law-clerks/) - We've all been to CLEs where panels of judges tell us their preferences and what they find persuasive. But judges are not the only ones reading our briefs and listening to our arguments. Law clerks also spend extensive time with the case materials, and persuading a law clerk can be just as important as persuading
- ["You Need to Calm Down": Recalibrating Professional Expectations and Boundaries for How We Treat Our Colleagues, Our Clients and Ourselves (2025 Family Law Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/you-need-to-calm-down-recalibrating-professional-expectations-and-boundaries-for-how-we-treat-our-colleagues-our-clients-and-ourselves-2025-family-law-section-program/) - Are you "…Ready for It"? Join us as we learn ways to mitigate the drama and conflict we face as family law practitioners, with Taylor Swift-inspired presentations and content. Regardless of your musical tastes, this program covers the areas of family law that are particularly stress-inducing, with the hope of recalibrating our expectations and "best
- [Communication Requirements, Expectations, and Healthy Tech Habits](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/communication-requirements-expectations-and-healthy-tech-habits/) - Let's talk about communication requirements. How much, and to what extent, do we need to be communicating with clients and opposing counsel? Should we be texting? And if so, what are the pitfalls of texting? We also explore communication expectations, including best practices for managing immediate communication demands in today's world and developing healthy tech
- [People, Powered by Tech: Navigating AI's Transformative Potential in Corporate Legal Practice](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/people-powered-by-tech-navigating-ais-transformative-potential-in-corporate-legal-practice/) - Artificial intelligence stands at the crossroads of legal innovation and professional responsibility. This session offers corporate counsel a strategic roadmap for intelligently integrating AI tools into legal workflows while maintaining the irreplaceable human elements of legal judgment, ethics, and client service. While AI can be a powerful tool, ultimate accountability remains with the legal professional.
- [Navigating Privilege and Ethics Issues for In-House Counsel in Crisis Situations](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/navigating-privilege-and-ethics-issues-for-in-house-counsel-in-crisis-situations/) - This presentation addresses the role and interplay of in-house legal teams, outside counsel, and compliance officers when investigating and handling internal and external threats and pressure to a business, including internal corporate malfeasance, government investigations, and accusations of regulatory noncompliance. Hear from both in-house counsel and outside counsel who have broad experience in navigating the
- [The Quicksand of Lobbying Legalities](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-quicksand-of-lobbying-legalities/) - This presentation covers lobbying issues from various angles, including how quickly the actions of your legal group, workforce, and subject matter experts could become "lobbying" activities under various state and federal laws. It also discusses how to get these same folks involved to support lobbying efforts. The session focuses on North Carolina and federal-specific lobbying
- [What Do You Do When the Union Knocks at Your Door (Other Than Panic)?](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/what-do-you-do-when-the-union-knocks-at-your-door-other-than-panic/) - Explore the current state of the law with respect to unions, anticipated changes with the current administration, employees' perception and receptiveness to unions, and the questions and issues in-house counsel should be able to address immediately regarding union and unionization. Join us to learn how to navigate labor relations effectively.
- [Merger Mayhem: Keeping Your Cool and Our Crew](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/merger-mayhem-keeping-your-cool-and-our-crew/) - Delve into the critical aspects of managing employees during a merger or acquisition, covering topics like employee engagement, retention bonuses, and reductions in force. This presentation walks through the diligence process with essential questions for buyers and preparation for sellers, then moves to outline practical steps for combining entities — and finally to the post-acquisition
- [Employee Monitoring: Should Big Brother Be Watching?](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/employee-monitoring-should-big-brother-be-watching/) - Explore the legal landscape surrounding employee monitoring, including the use of biometrics and AI technologies. Attendees gain insight into the regulatory framework, privacy concerns, and ethical considerations of these monitoring technologies. Additional topics include best practices for implementing monitoring systems, the impact on employee morale, and strategies for balancing security with privacy. Join us to
- [It's About the People: Exploring Relationships at the Core of Our Practice (2025 Corporate Counsel Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/its-about-the-people-exploring-relationships-at-the-core-of-our-practice-2025-corporate-counsel-section-program-3/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Textualism Is for Everyone](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/textualism-is-for-everyone/) - Whether a case involves a statute, constitutional provision or administrative regulation, often the crux of the matter comes down to a question of interpretation. Resolving that question requires textualism — how to correctly interpret legal text. During this panel discussion, our presenters provide various perspectives on how to leverage textual arguments to your client's advantage,
- [Preparing for Battle: All the Weapons You'll Need (2025 Criminal Justice Section Annual Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/preparing-for-battle-all-the-weapons-youll-need-2025-criminal-justice-section-annual-program-2/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Writ of Mandamus: Judicial Control of Government Inaction](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/writ-of-mandamus-judicial-control-of-government-inaction/) - A writ of mandamus is a powerful but complex legal tool for compelling government action. This session covers its essential elements, legal standards, and evolving role in administrative law, with case-driven insights into its strategic use.
- [Veterans Benefits Practice: Advocacy Tools and Insights From NC Judges and Practitioners (2025 Military & Veterans Law Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/veterans-benefits-practice-advocacy-tools-and-insights-from-nc-judges-and-practitioners-2025-military-veterans-law-section-program/) - Veterans disability has its own distinct landscape within the law. The uniquely pro-claimant nature of the veterans benefits statutes means that advocates have a myriad of legal tools and arguments available to assist veterans in attaining the benefits to which they are entitled. This program provides practitioners with valuable insights into some of the more
- [Gulf War Presumptives and Medically Unexplained Chronic Multisymptom Illness](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/gulf-war-presumptives-and-medically-unexplained-chronic-multisymptom-illness/) - The VA continues to incorrectly develop and decide claims related to medically unexplained chronic multisymptom illness (MUCMI) and Gulf War presumptive, which seems to have worsened since the PACT Act became law. Learn about these claims and key insights into getting these claims developed properly and granted.
- [Physical Evaluation Board and VA Disability Benefits](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/physical-evaluation-board-and-va-disability-benefits/) - Learn the basics and important details of the Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) process and what role these proceedings may play in later claims for VA disability benefits.
- [Higher-Level Reviews: When Negative Development Occurs](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/higher-level-reviews-when-negative-development-occurs/) - Higher-Level Review (HLR) decisions are limited in their ability to adversely revise previous decisions only based on clear and unmistakable error (CUE). However, many Decision Review Officers (DROs) have been taking HLRs as an opportunity to change decisions that they do not like but that do not rise to CUE. Learn about this issue and
- [Veterans Benefits Practice: Advocacy Tools and Insights From NC Judges and Practitioners (2025 Military & Veterans Law Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/veterans-benefits-practice-advocacy-tools-and-insights-from-nc-judges-and-practitioners-2025-military-veterans-law-section-program-2/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [It's About the People: Exploring Relationships at the Core of Our Practice (2025 Corporate Counsel Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/its-about-the-people-exploring-relationships-at-the-core-of-our-practice-2025-corporate-counsel-section-program-2/) - Our program is designed for in-house counsel, navigating how relationships impact how we practice law within a company. During this program, we cover typical topics that come up in our practice, such as bad actors and investigations, labor unions, lobbying, how to protect or keep employees during M&A deals, and how technology can help your
- [Panel Discussion: Trauma-Informed Lawyering in Representing Pro Bono Clients](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/panel-discussion-trauma-informed-lawyering-in-representing-pro-bono-clients/) - Legal professionals providing pro bono services frequently work with clients who have experienced trauma. Understanding how trauma impacts clients and legal professionals alike is essential to providing effective, ethical, and compassionate representation. This panel explores the principles of trauma-informed lawyering, including strategies for building trust, minimizing re-traumatization, and maintaining attorney well-being. The panelists share their
- [Ensuring Cultural Sensitivity in Representation of Pro Bono Clients](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ensuring-cultural-sensitivity-in-representation-of-pro-bono-clients/) - As our society becomes more diverse, legal professionals must recognize and respect clients' cultural backgrounds, lived experiences, and values. This session discusses the importance and preparing lawyers to provide pro bono services through the lens of cultural sensitivity using active listening, understanding systemic inequities, and adapting their approach to the representation to meet their clients'
- [Preparing for Battle: All the Weapons You'll Need (2025 Criminal Justice Section Annual Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/preparing-for-battle-all-the-weapons-youll-need-2025-criminal-justice-section-annual-program/) - Take a personal journey through the legal hurdles counties face when representing underprivileged and indigent citizens and explore how nonprofit and community organizations come together to address these issues. Learn about how we can work to establish new public and court-appointed offices in our counties, and gain insights into new state and federal case updates
- [Finding Your Legal Oasis: Short and Long-Term Solutions for Recruiting For and Serving Legal Deserts](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/finding-your-legal-oasis-short-and-long-term-solutions-for-recruiting-for-and-serving-legal-deserts/) - This session provides insight into the path toward criminal justice advocacy. Whether as a law student, an assistant district attorney, or a criminal defense attorney, there are challenges, shared experiences and lessons that shape who we are as legal professionals. Speakers provide information reminding the legal community that although the world can be dry like
- [Delivering the Best Criminal Defense Services: The Ethics of Starting New Public Defender Offices](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/delivering-the-best-criminal-defense-services-the-ethics-of-starting-new-public-defender-offices/) - It took 50 years for public defender offices to cover 38 of the 100 counties in North Carolina. The NC General Assembly changed that over the past year by expanding public defender offices from 38 counties to 60 counties. This panel discusses the ethical implications of starting a new office to deliver the best criminal
- [2025 Criminal Justice State and Federal Case Law Updates](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-criminal-justice-state-and-federal-case-law-updates/) - Learn the latest — and some of the most important — decisions from the state courts impacting criminal law. Review the NC Court of Appeals and NC Supreme Court decisions that continue to change and influence the practice of criminal procedure and criminal law. Review the latest — and also some of the most important
- [Modernize Your Criminal Justice Practice With eCourts](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/modernize-your-criminal-justice-practice-with-ecourts/) - The eCourts system is here to stay, and it is imperative that legal professionals learn to navigate it effectively. This session provides useful guidance on how to use the eCourts system, which is crucial to fulfilling our ethical obligations to stay abreast of new technology and laws and to diligently inform and represent our clients.
- [Judge Advocate to Judge: Lessons From the Trenches](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/judge-advocate-to-judge-lessons-from-the-trenches/) - Receive practice tips and hear war stories from lawyers who have served our country in uniform and in a wide array of civilian careers, from prosecutors to private practitioners.
- [AI in Education Law: Ethical Insights, Best Practices, and Practical Considerations for Attorneys](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ai-in-education-law-ethical-insights-best-practices-and-practical-considerations-for-attorneys/) - Explore how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing and transforming the practice of law. This session considers attorneys' ethical obligations while providing best practices and strategies for navigating the evolving AI landscape. The presenters discuss how AI can be used to promote teaching, learning, research and more.
- [Navigating the Legal Landscape in Education: Hot Issues and Emerging Trends (2025 Education Law Section Annual Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/navigating-the-legal-landscape-in-education-hot-issues-and-emerging-trends-2025-education-law-section-annual-program/) - Education law attorneys represent complex institutions that strive to support students while navigating a variety of legal and societal developments. This program addresses key issues in education law, including changes to the Title IX regulations, common employment law challenges, political speech at public institutions, and ethical considerations surrounding the use of AI to support institutional
- [Title VI & IX: Legal Challenges and Post-Election Considerations](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/title-vi-ix-legal-challenges-and-post-election-considerations/) - The program begins with an experienced panel exploring the current legal landscape related to sex, gender, race, and shared ancestry in light of recent political developments and enforcement priorities.
- [Speak Now! Political Speech in Classrooms, Board Rooms, and on the Quads](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/speak-now-political-speech-in-classrooms-board-rooms-and-on-the-quads/) - This session explores the complex landscape of political speech in education, examining issues that arise in classrooms, boardrooms, and other public spaces. Topics include how to balance the free expression of ideas with the preservation of a safe and orderly learning environment. The speakers provide insights on navigating these nuanced issues while safeguarding constitutional rights
- [Employment Law Balancing Act: Mastering FMLA and ADA in the Modern Workplace](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/employment-law-balancing-act-mastering-fmla-and-ada-in-the-modern-workplace/) - During this session, the panelists discuss some of the important issues in employment law, with a focus on the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and managing leave requests. The speakers offer practical strategies for addressing common challenges associated with these areas.
- [Who's the Client? Insights for Representing Public Institutions](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/whos-the-client-insights-for-representing-public-institutions/) - Education law attorneys must handle the unique challenge of having a complex client that is comprised of various internal stakeholders and structures. This session offers practical guidance on effectively representing the institution in a manner that aligns with the Rules of Professional Conduct while fostering positive relationships with various institutional partners. The discussion also explores
- [2025 Education Law Case Law Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-education-law-case-law-update/) - This engaging session discusses recent decisions shaping the dynamic landscape of education law.
- [Navigating the Legal Landscape in Education: Hot Issues and Emerging Trends (2025 Education Law Section Annual Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/navigating-the-legal-landscape-in-education-hot-issues-and-emerging-trends-2025-education-law-section-annual-program-2/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Trauma-Informed Lawyering: Advocating with Empathy and Awareness (2025 Pro Bono Committee Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/trauma-informed-lawyering-advocating-with-empathy-and-awareness-2025-pro-bono-committee-program-2/) - Legal professionals providing pro bono representation frequently work with clients who have experienced trauma, yet traditional legal education and training often overlook the profound impact trauma can have on client interactions, decision-making, and case outcomes. This CLE equips attorneys with the knowledge and skills to integrate cultural sensitivity and trauma-informed practices into their advocacy, fostering
- [Pooled Special Needs Trusts: An Important Tool to Protect Clients and Preserve Public Benefits](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/pooled-special-needs-trusts-an-important-tool-to-protect-clients-and-preserve-public-benefits-2/) - If your client or their loved one has a disability, it impacts legal representation across various practice areas, including estate planning, family law and personal injury law. Join Rachel Baer, counsel and director of new clients at Commonwealth Community Trust, as she explores the complexities of planning for the future and the unique challenges of
- [Appellate Practice for Government Lawyers](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/appellate-practice-for-government-lawyers/) - Just because you're not writing appellate briefs and doing appellate oral arguments doesn't mean you don't need practice tips on effectively assisting the appellate practitioners who do. And if you do occasionally (but not regularly) engage in appellate practice, our expert government appellate practitioners provide you with need-to-know tips to smooth your way. The speakers
- [Right Now, in a Galaxy Not So Far Away (2025 Government & Public Sector Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/right-now-in-a-galaxy-not-so-far-away-2025-government-public-sector-section-program-2/) - Ever think you're on Mercury, where days are shorter and chaos theory applies to your work? This CLE can't lengthen days but can provide a little less chaos and more things you really need to know right now: USDOJ ADA digital accessibility enforcement for websites; 10 recent U.S. Supreme Court cases directly or indirectly affecting
- [USDOJ ADA Digital Accessibility Regulations for State and Local Governments](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/usdoj-ada-digital-accessibility-regulations-for-state-and-local-governments/) - The new USDOJ Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) digital accessibility regulations affect almost all governmental entities, and the compliance date is quickly approaching. Learn about the regulations, their exceptions, and how to know if you and your client are ready.
- [You Can't Stop the Change Any More Than You Can Stop the Sun From Setting: Strategies for Resilience and Change Management Best Practices](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/you-cant-stop-the-change-any-more-than-you-can-stop-the-sun-from-setting-strategies-for-resilience-and-change-management-best-practices/) - This session covers what the research says about resilience and change management, how to tell if someone's resisting change, strategies for resilience and managing change, and strategies for helping staff and colleagues manage a changing workplace and the law.
- [Federal Wage and Hour Law Is Oh-So-Very Different for Government](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/federal-wage-and-hour-law-is-oh-so-very-different-for-government/) - Classifying government employees appropriately under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) isn't as easy as it might seem. Hear from a board-certified employment law specialist as he addresses the application of the FLSA to public agencies, the classification of employees for purposes of overtime pay, and various related issues such as straight time, overtime, compensatory
- [2025 Federal and State Supreme Court Case Updates that Affect State and Local Governments](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-federal-and-state-supreme-court-case-updates-that-affect-state-and-local-governments/) - At least 10 U.S. Supreme Court cases from the last term had a direct or potential impact on state and local governments. What are the immediate, practical concerns raised by these cases? What should we be thinking about and preparing for — from takings and the confrontation clause to the Fair Credit Reporting Act and
- [Right Now, in a Galaxy Not So Far Away (2025 Government & Public Sector Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/right-now-in-a-galaxy-not-so-far-away-2025-government-public-sector-section-program-3/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Intellectual Property Judges Panel: Perspectives and Best Practices](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/intellectual-property-judges-panel-perspectives-and-best-practices/) - During this session, judges have an open panel discussion to share their perspectives on key issues facing IP, along with best practices for handling cases before them.
- [Intellectual Property Litigation 2025 Year in Review](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/intellectual-property-litigation-2025-year-in-review/) - Hear a review of the most significant intellectual property cases from the past year. This session also covers trademarks and other non-patent cases of significance.
- [Hot Ethics Issues in Intellectual Property Practice](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/hot-ethics-issues-in-intellectual-property-practice/) - Receive insights and updates on certain ethical issues facing IP practitioners. Dive into the unique ethical considerations and challenges faced by patent and trademark lawyers. Navigate through the five critical areas of concern in IP practice. The session also discusses the USPTO Rules of Professional Conduct, which are rooted in the ABA Model Rules of
- [Uniform Patent Court and EU Legal Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/uniform-patent-court-and-eu-legal-update/) - Stay informed on the latest developments in Uniform Patent Court (UPC) cases and gain valuable insights into current EU legal issues as the speakers discuss significant rulings in recent cases, and practice tips. This session offers counsel in the U.S. a unique and up-to-date perspective on the UPC and various EU legal issues to better
- [2025 Intellectual Property Law Section Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-intellectual-property-law-section-program-3/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Digital Forensics for Attorneys](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/digital-forensics-for-attorneys-2/) - This program, from Ken Marchese and Ervin Roberson, is designed to equip legal professionals with essential knowledge of forensic technology and its role in litigation and investigations. The program offers an introduction to digital forensics, covering critical legal principles such as chain of custody and evidence protection, while providing a detailed workflow for handling digital
- [Responsibly Using Artificial Intelligence in Litigation](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/responsibly-using-artificial-intelligence-in-litigation-2/) - Artificial intelligence (AI) is not just a tool; it's a powerful resource that, when used effectively, can significantly enhance the way attorneys serve their clients. Dan Gibson, a partner at Davis Hartman Wright, offers practical guidance on leveraging AI to enhance legal research and writing. This program delves into ethical obligations, examines key AI tools,
- [Estates for Personal Injury Attorneys](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/estates-for-personal-injury-attorneys-2/) - Personal injury attorneys may become involved with probate estates while pursuing a wrongful death action, when a party passes away during ongoing litigation, or when seeking approval of a settlement on behalf of a minor child. Join Jeff Austin, owner of the Law Office of Jeffrey L. Austin and an experienced estate administration attorney, as
- [Motivational Interviewing for Mediators](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/motivational-interviewing-for-mediators/) - Explore the psychology of change and how mediators can use the principles of motivational interviewing. This includes specific techniques such as the readiness ruler, querying extremes and amplified reaction. This session also covers the relevant provisions of the Standards of Professional Conduct for Mediators.
- [Avoiding Abrogation: An Arbitrator's Toolbox for Managing Discovery in Complex Cases](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/avoiding-abrogation-an-arbitrators-toolbox-for-managing-discovery-in-complex-cases/) - Learn how arbitrators manage electronic discovery and depositions, navigate the rules governing discovery subpoenas, and streamline discovery disputes.
- [How To Bring Interest-Based Negotiations Into Positional Mediations](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/how-to-bring-interest-based-negotiations-into-positional-mediations/) - Explore how mediators can introduce interest-based negotiation techniques into positional mediations to enhance outcomes and promote working solutions for clients. This session addresses the challenges mediators face when shifting the focus from legal rights and entitlements to underlying needs and interests. Gain actionable tools to gently guide adversarial discussions into more constructive, interest-based discussions without
- [It Is Wild and Windy Out There: Mediation Stories From the Trenches](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/it-is-wild-and-windy-out-there-mediation-stories-from-the-trenches/) - Mediators share their experiences, discussing strategies that have been successful and those that have fallen short. They provide practical tips and techniques they've used in their mediation practice to address specific challenges or accomplish tasks. Additionally, they reflect on situations where mediation didn't go as planned, offering valuable lessons learned from those experiences.
- [Better Skills, Better Outcomes: Upskilling the Mediator's Toolkit (2025 Dispute Resolution Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/better-skills-better-outcomes-upskilling-the-mediators-toolkit-2025-dispute-resolution-section-program-3/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [2025 Intellectual Property Law Section Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-intellectual-property-law-section-program-2/) - Join us for an insightful discussion that brings you up to speed on the latest updates and recent developments in IP law, including significant trademark and patent litigation cases from the past year, and Uniform Patent Court (UPC) cases and current EU legal issues. This engaging program dives into some of the trending topics and
- [Zen and the Art of Intellectual Property Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/zen-and-the-art-of-intellectual-property-law/) - The complex and often high-stakes nature of intellectual property law can exact a heavy toll on IP attorneys. Explore mental health and substance use issues in the practice of law from an IP perspective.
- [AI Tech Tools and Proficiency Issues for Intellectual Property Lawyers](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ai-tech-tools-and-proficiency-issues-for-intellectual-property-lawyers/) - Receive an overview of various AI technology tools available to IP lawyers, along with potential challenges and ethical considerations surrounding their use. Explore how these tools can impact IP practice and the issues that attorneys should be aware of.
- [Take a Walk Through the DRC Rules](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/take-a-walk-through-the-drc-rules/) - Take part in a guided tour of the latest updates and amendments to the Dispute Resolution Commission's Rules, Standards and Advisory Opinions. The speakers share tips and insights on how to stay in compliance with the Rules and Standards.
- [Navigating the Courthouse Through the Eyes of a Trial Court Administrator](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/navigating-the-courthouse-through-the-eyes-of-a-trial-court-administrator/) - Gain valuable insights on how to successfully navigate a court-ordered mediation from Durham's top-notch trial court administrator, E. Deneen Barrier. Learn the best practices and procedures from the court's perspective.
- [Fundamentals of Intellectual Property](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/fundamentals-of-intellectual-property/) - Gain a fundamental understanding of intellectual property law as we explore key concepts across patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, and learn how to navigate related considerations in litigation and licensing. These practical sessions help you determine how to protect different types of innovations, understand the scope and limits of protection, and stay informed about
- [Remedies and Relief for Survivors of Domestic Violence](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/remedies-and-relief-for-survivors-of-domestic-violence/) - Join Suzanne Canali of Safe Alliance and Larissa Mañón Mervin of Legal Aid of North Carolina to gain in-depth knowledge about the relief available to domestic violence survivors. This program offers an in-depth look at trauma-informed practices, domestic violence case law and legislative updates, providing valuable insights into how attorneys can best support clients navigating
- [Maximizing Technology in Your Law Office](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/maximizing-technology-in-your-law-office/) - Are you getting the best return on your technology investment? Do you check your budget and wonder why you are spending so much on so many applications, services, subscriptions, software and hardware? In this program, we examine a law firm's essential tech stack, identify overlapping functionality and redundant products, and show you how to leverage
- [Work in Progress: Best Practices for Managing Your Law Firm](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/work-in-progress-best-practices-for-managing-your-law-firm-2/) - Do you know how to efficiently and profitably manage your law firm? Explore best practices for managing a modern law practice, focusing on a client-centric approach. This program also touches on the management of people, processes, and technology to make your firm more productive.
- [Better Skills, Better Outcomes: Upskilling the Mediator’s Toolkit (2025 Dispute Resolution Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/better-skills-better-outcomes-upskilling-the-mediators-toolkit-2025-dispute-resolution-section-program-2/) - Prioritize your talent as a mediator by upskilling your craft. Take part in valuable CLE sessions designed to build your mediator toolbox. Learn how to perceive greater nuance in the ethical challenges that arise in practice, interpret and make use of personality traits present in mediation, examine underlying motivations, better organize e-discovery in complex cases,
- [Better Call Tara: North Carolina Dispute Resolution Commission 2025 Updates](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/better-call-tara-north-carolina-dispute-resolution-commission-2025-updates/) - Discuss key ethical challenges that mediators regularly face, together with the DRC’s recommendations and best practices for successfully navigating them within the bounds of the various program rules and the Standards of Professional Conduct Governing Mediators. This session also reviews the recent revisions to certain advisory opinions.
- [Reading the Room: Recognizing Personality Traits for Better Connection During Mediation](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/reading-the-room-recognizing-personality-traits-for-better-connection-during-mediation/) - The "Big Five" theory of personality provides a psychological model of five broad dimensions of traits: openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness and neuroticism. These traits show up as behaviors that form a "silent movie" of personality. With a little practice, we can learn to recognize common traits in the behavior of parties and flex to those
- [The Perils and Pitfalls of Conducting Internal Investigations](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-perils-and-pitfalls-of-conducting-internal-investigations-2/) - Law firms are commonly called upon to conduct internal investigations in high-stakes matters. Attorneys should only take on these cases if they understand the need to follow best practices; otherwise, they risk creating major issues for their clients. Attorneys Faith Alejandro and Joshua Rogers share lessons learned from their experiences as attorney investigators and discuss
- [How To Use AI in Litigation](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/how-to-use-ai-in-litigation/) - Artificial intelligence has arrived and is being adopted at a record pace. This space is changing on a daily basis. You have an ethical obligation to at least know what you don't know. This session explores the emerging area of AI and how it can be used to enhance your litigation practice.
- [A Deep Dive Into Liens](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/a-deep-dive-into-liens/) - We're all tired of lien primers; this session is not that! Join us for a deep dive into liens on real property and liens on funds as we explore nuances and commonly experienced complications.
- [Construction Contracting Tips and Tricks](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/construction-contracting-tips-and-tricks/) - Hear from experienced attorneys, including both in-house and outside counsel, as they discuss current trends and issues affecting the industry, as well as valuable tips and tricks for effective contract drafting.
- [A Finer Point: Enhancing Your Construction Law Practice (2025 Construction Law Section Winter Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/a-finer-point-enhancing-your-construction-law-practice-2025-construction-law-section-winter-program-3/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Premier Pass Paralegal 2025-26](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/premier-pass-paralegal-2025-26/) - "All-access" pass to CLE programs and discounted publications | Starting August 1, 2020 are taxable.
- [Premier Pass Attorney 2025-26](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/premier-pass-attorney-2025-26/) - "All-access" pass to CLE programs and discounted publications | Starting August 1, 2020 are taxable.
- [DRC Updates, a Conversation With Court Staff, and Mediator Ethics](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/drc-updates-a-conversation-with-court-staff-and-mediator-ethics/) - Join us for a guided tour through the latest updates and amendments to the Dispute Resolution Commission's Rules, Standards, and Advisory Opinions. Gain valuable insights on how to successfully maneuver through a court-ordered mediation from Durham's top-notch trial court administrator, E. Deneen Barrier. Engage in a lively conversation regarding mediator ethics to learn about the
- [There Is Always Time for One More Hour of Mediator Ethics!](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/there-is-always-time-for-one-more-hour-of-mediator-ethics/) - Engage in a lively conversation regarding mediator ethics to learn about the hottest topics burning at the Commission.
- [Adjusting Development Regulations for Disaster Recovery](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/adjusting-development-regulations-for-disaster-recovery/) - In the immediate aftermath of a storm and the long weeks and months of recovery, development regulations are a double-edged sword. Carefully tailored regulations can ensure public safety, avoid future loss and facilitate recovery and redevelopment. Other development regulations can get in the way of recovery and run counter to necessary public safety. During this
- [Ethical Considerations for Lawyers in the Wake of a Natural Disaster](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ethical-considerations-for-lawyers-in-the-wake-of-a-natural-disaster/) - Discuss topics around the ethical consideration lawyers may face in the wake of a natural disaster.
- [Emerging Land Use Issues Following Natural Disasters (2025 Zoning, Planning & Land Use Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/emerging-land-use-issues-following-natural-disasters-2025-zoning-planning-land-use-section-program-3/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Seemingly Insignificant Decisions: Doing Better When You Choose Better](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/seemingly-insignificant-decisions-doing-better-when-you-choose-better/) - Seemingly insignificant decisions, or "SIDs," are generally referred to as a choice or a series of choices a person in recovery may make that increase their vulnerability to substance abuse or relapse. These unwise decisions are often the result of distorted thinking, denial or rationalizations. More broadly, the concept of SIDs applies to other aspects
- ["I'm Going to Tell Mom!" – Discovery Disputes in Construction Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/im-going-to-tell-mom-discovery-disputes-in-construction-law/) - We're a collegial bar, but we've all been there and had the unavoidable discovery dispute. This session explores common discovery disputes and best practices for avoiding them. But, if you have to fight it out, this session also explores the best practices for winning your argument.
- [NC eFiling Update: Tips, Tricks and Pitfalls](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/nc-efiling-update-tips-tricks-and-pitfalls/) - The transition to eFiling in North Carolina is well underway, with almost half of the counties already on board and the remainder expected to transition in 2025. This session provides an update on the eFiling rollout and shares many of the valuable tips and tricks we have learned along the way. We also explore common
- [A Finer Point: Enhancing Your Construction Law Practice (2025 Construction Law Section Winter Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/a-finer-point-enhancing-your-construction-law-practice-2025-construction-law-section-winter-program-2/) - Whether you have been practicing construction law for several decades or for several months, you can always enhance your skills and your practice. This program explores all areas of construction law, including construction contracting, liens, discovery disputes, eFiling, and even AI. Join the program and put a finer point on your practice.
- [2025 Rules Commission Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-rules-commission-update/) - The annual review of rules from agencies, licensing boards and state commissions affects the administrative process on a monthly basis. This session highlights recent significant changes and provides insightful suggestions as to how to navigate the rules process.
- [Are You or Those You Care About Suffering From Substance Abuse?](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/are-you-or-those-you-care-about-suffering-from-substance-abuse/) - The practice of law is all-consuming and fraught with stress and challenges, and the legal profession has one of the highest rates of substance abuse. What are the signs of substance abuse? What can you do to help yourself or other individuals you care about?
- [2025 Administrative Law Section Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-administrative-law-section-program-3/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Flood Protection Ordinance](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/flood-protection-ordinance/) - Gain insight from a City of Asheville attorney as they provide a case study — based on recent experience — on the multiple tiers of regulations that are implicated when a community is obliged to assess which structures in the floodplain can be rebuilt, and how, following a catastrophic flooding event. These regulations include (1)
- [Legal Aid of North Carolina: Disaster Response](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/legal-aid-of-north-carolina-disaster-response/) - This session explores the response and services provided by Legal Aid of North Carolina (LANC) in the midst of natural disasters across our state. Hear from Lesley Albritton, chief operations officer of LANC, about its response to natural disasters like Hurricane Helene and how you can get involved.
- [Emerging Land Use Issues Following Natural Disasters (2025 Zoning, Planning & Land Use Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/emerging-land-use-issues-following-natural-disasters-2025-zoning-planning-land-use-section-program-2/) - This year's program focuses on emerging land use issues related to natural disasters. With Hurricane Helene as the most recent example, it is evident that natural disasters are becoming more frequent and unpredictable, creating new land use issues for impacted communities. Hear from those involved in the response to Hurricane Helene about new and complicated
- [2025 Zoning Planning and Land Use Case Law and Legislative Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-zoning-planning-and-land-use-case-law-and-legislative-update/) - Always the highlight of the program, this session reviews major cases and legislation from the past year that impact zoning, planning and land use law.
- [Lobbying and Advocacy for Tax-Exempt Organizations: Legal Limits and Strategies](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/lobbying-and-advocacy-for-tax-exempt-organizations-legal-limits-and-strategies/) - Lobbying and other types of advocacy are legal for tax-exempt organizations. This session highlights federal tax law limits on lobbying and electioneering activities for 501(c)(3) charitable nonprofits and other types of tax-exempt entities, including 501(c)(4) social welfare organizations and 501(c)(6) trade associations. It covers how different types of tax-exempt organizations can collaborate on advocacy activities
- [Legal and Tax Essentials for Lawyers Serving on Nonprofit Boards](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/legal-and-tax-essentials-for-lawyers-serving-on-nonprofit-boards/) - Nonprofit and tax-exempt organizations operate under distinct tax and legal constraints. This session introduces key concepts that every lawyer serving on the board of a nonprofit and tax-exempt organization must understand.
- [2025 Administrative Law Section Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-administrative-law-section-program-2/) - Join us for a comprehensive exploration of key topics in administrative law. Sessions include updates on legislative changes in North Carolina, ethics in the evolving legal landscape, and the impact of the U.S. Supreme Court's Chevron decision. Also discuss significant administrative law decisions, rules commission updates, and strategies for addressing substance abuse within the legal
- [2025 Adminsitrative Law Legislative Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-adminsitrative-law-legislative-update/) - North Carolina has been receiving national media attention concerning actions taken in the past session of the General Assembly, as well as the present session. Receive an update on the effect of laws concerning administrative law and legislation proposed in the current session.
- [Ethics in 2025: State Bar Changes and the Grievance Process](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ethics-in-2025/) - With AI and developing guidelines for the practice, change of law practice and closing of practice, the decisions made by the NC State Bar require continual study. This session highlights recent changes in ethical requirements and gives helpful tips to avoid pitfalls in daily practice.
- [Life Post Chevron](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/life-post-chevron/) - The United States opinion in the Chevron case has significant impact on the practice of law and the administrative process. The recent opinions from the U.S. Supreme Court indicate that this contraction in administrative process is continuing. What does this mean for the administrative process at present, what are the evolving issues, and what do
- [Significant Administrative Law Decisions from 2024](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/significant-administrative-law-decisions-from-2024/) - In the past year, what decisions from the NC Supreme Court and the NC Court of Appeals concern administrative law? How has this impacted our daily work? Find out during this session.
- [Uniform Collaborative Law Act: The ADR Process Your Clients Will Thank You for Recommending](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/uniform-collaborative-law-act-the-adr-process-your-clients-will-thank-you-for-recommending-2/) - In this Expert Series, Jeffrey Batts and Chris Osborn discuss the North Carolina Uniform Collaborative Law Act — an alternative dispute resolution process your clients will thank you for recommending — while highlighting how North Carolina's statutory law supports collaborative law processes in both family law and general civil law contexts. This unique, nonadversarial approach
- [Wage and Hour Trends: Navigating Compliance in 2025](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/wage-and-hour-trends-navigating-compliance-in-2025/) - Explore the latest developments in wage and hour law, including shifts in overtime regulations, independent contractor classification, and state-specific trends. Gain practical tips for ensuring compliance and addressing common pitfalls to avoid costly litigation and penalties.
- [Community Association Current Issues and Trends: Panel Discussion](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/community-association-current-issues-and-trends-panel-discussion/) - In this panel discussion, speakers address questions on current topics relevant to community associations, including recent case law decisions, the impact of the Corporate Transparency Act, short-term rentals, financing repairs and renovations, and SBA Disaster Relief Loans.
- [Community Association Law: Legal Framework, Association Governance and Real Covenants](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/community-association-law-legal-framework-association-governance-and-real-covenants-2/) - Join us for an engaging and comprehensive program that provides an in-depth look at key issues in community association law. This program covers three essential topics: the legal framework governing community associations, including key NC statutes such as the Unit Ownership Act, the Condominium Act and the Nonprofit Corporation Act; association governance, focusing on declarations,
- [Legal Framework of Community Associations](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/legal-framework-of-community-associations/) - Review and explore the most often encountered North Carolina General Statutes for lawyers working with community associations, with a particular focus on Chapters 47A, 47C and 47F. These chapters are central to understanding the legal framework for community associations, including the Unit Ownership Act (Chapter 47A), the Condominium Act (Chapter 47C) and the Planned Community
- [Association Governance](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/association-governance/) - Explore the different types of community associations and their operations, focusing on the key governing documents, including declarations, bylaws, and rules and regulations. The role played by the Nonprofit Corporation (Chapter 55A) in governance is discussed. The session covers the duties and responsibilities of directors, the management of board and member meetings, and the architectural
- [Real Covenants](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/real-covenants/) - Wade into the swamp of the common law of restrictive covenants and how community associations apply and enforce them. The session distinguishes real covenants and personal covenants, focusing on real covenants in the context of community associations. Additionally, understand how statutes influence real covenants in association declarations and explore the reasonableness standards applied to amendments
- [Nonprofit Organizations: Legal and Ethical Considerations for Lawyers Serving on a Board](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/nonprofit-organizations-legal-and-ethical-considerations-for-lawyers-serving-on-a-board-2/) - Nonprofit and tax-exempt organizations play a vital role in our communities, and lawyers who serve on their boards of directors take on significant legal and ethical responsibilities. This program provides an introduction to the unique challenges and obligations lawyers face when serving in these roles, equipping attendees with the knowledge to lead effectively and ethically.
- [Ethical and Practical Considerations for Lawyers on Nonprofit Boards](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ethical-and-practical-considerations-for-lawyers-on-nonprofit-boards/) - This session explores the ethical and practical challenges lawyers face when serving on the board of directors for a tax-exempt nonprofit entity. Using a hypothetical lawyer as an example, attendees learn how to navigate key responsibilities, potential conflicts of interest, and legal and ethical obligations to ensure effective and compliant board leadership.
- [Business Bankruptcy 101](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/business-bankruptcy-101/) - Learn about the Chapter 11 process, from the initial client interview through case completion. This session provides information on required case documents, offers a thorough explanation of the Chapter 11 plan and confirmation process, and outlines important case deadlines.
- [Introduction to Video Game Development](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/introduction-to-video-game-development/) - This foundational discussion sets the stage with a comprehensive overview of how video games are developed, the associated intellectual property rights, and guiding case law.
- [Video Game Licensing](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/video-game-licensing/) - Gain valuable insight into the intricacies of licensing from a seasoned expert who represents both licensors and licensees in the industry. This dynamic discussion balances legal mechanics and economic insights, adapting based on the participants involved.
- [Legal Issues in Esports](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/legal-issues-in-esports/) - Explore the intersection of intellectual property, licensing considerations, name, image, and likeness rights in the context of esports competition, including how esports companies and players often function as content creators in addition to being competitors in their game of choice. This session covers the fundamental structure of various esports genres, the role of a legal
- [Strategies for Conducting Challenging Workplace Investigations](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/strategies-for-conducting-challenging-workplace-investigations/) - Workplace investigations can be high stakes and complex, especially when dealing with sensitive allegations or uncooperative parties. This session focuses on techniques for conducting thorough and impartial investigations, handling challenging scenarios, and preparing documentation that stands up to scrutiny. By the end of this session, attendees are well prepared to address emerging legal challenges and
- [2024 Year in Review: Federal and State Labor and Employment Law Developments](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-year-in-review-federal-and-state-labor-and-employment-law-developments/) - Examine the most significant labor and employment law cases and regulatory updates from the past year at both the federal and state levels. This session covers pivotal rulings, agency guidance, and legislative changes that are shaping the workplace. Learn how these developments impact your practice and clients moving forward.
- [Navigating the Changing Landscape of Labor and Employment Law: A 2025 Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/navigating-the-changing-landscape-of-labor-and-employment-law-a-2025-update-2/) - Stay ahead of the curve in labor and employment law with this comprehensive three-hour CLE program designed to equip practitioners with the knowledge and tools they need to navigate today's evolving legal landscape. Through dynamic sessions led by experienced attorneys and legal experts, participants gain actionable insights into recent case law, regulatory changes and best
- [Tackling Accommodation Requests and Leaves of Absence: A Practical Guide](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/tackling-accommodation-requests-and-leaves-of-absence-a-practical-guide/) - Learn best practices for managing workplace accommodation requests under the ADA and other relevant laws, as well as navigating leave requirements under the FMLA and state-specific statutes. This session provides actionable strategies for balancing legal compliance with employee needs while minimizing risk.
- [Bankruptcy From the Creditor's Perspective](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/bankruptcy-from-the-creditors-perspective/) - Understand what to do if your client becomes a creditor in a bankruptcy proceeding. This session addresses common creditor issues, including the impact of the automatic stay, filing a proof of claim, possible objections to a Chapter 13 plan or Chapter 11 plan, and navigating the discharge and its exceptions.
- [Basics of Bankruptcy](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/basics-of-bankruptcy-2/) - This program provides a foundational understanding of the bankruptcy process, including explanations of the different chapters of the Bankruptcy Code. Sessions cover key legal concepts such as the automatic stay and discharge and provide insight into the procedural process, from case preparation to case completion.
- [Consumer Bankruptcy 101](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/consumer-bankruptcy-101/) - Gain a comprehensive understanding of the Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 process, from the initial client interview through case completion. This session provides information on required case documents, explores the roles of the debtor and trustee, and discusses important case deadlines as applied separately in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13.
- [Esports: From Licensing to Professional Player Contracts](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/esports-from-licensing-to-professional-player-contracts-2/) - Discover the full lifecycle of competitive esports, from the creation of a video game that accommodates competitive play to an in-depth discussion of the current competitive landscape. This program explores the rights of a video game's developer or publisher, the high-level structure of various esports leagues, and the different genres of esports games. It also
- [Enterprise Justice: The Latest in Searching on North Carolina's eCourts Portal](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/enterprise-justice-the-latest-in-searching-on-north-carolinas-ecourts-portal/) - By the end of 2025, every county in North Carolina and the NC Business Court will have migrated its AOC data from the VCAP database to the new Enterprise Justice (Odyssey) platform. This includes Portal, the website component that allows the general public and registered users to access court information and download filed documents. During
- [Hot Topics in Real Property (2025 Real Property Section Winter Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/hot-topics-in-real-property-2025-real-property-section-winter-program-3/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [2025 NC Health Law Legislative/Regulatory Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-nc-health-law-legislative-regulatory-update/) - Representatives from the North Carolina Healthcare Association provide key insights into federal and state legislative developments, including significant policy changes and priorities anticipated under the Trump administration. This session explores the evolving regulatory landscape, discussing implications for health care providers and their counsel and what to expect at both the state and federal levels in
- [2025 North Carolina Health Law Litigation Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-north-carolina-health-law-litigation-update/) - Designed to equip legal professionals with the knowledge needed to stay ahead in the dynamic field of health law and provide up-to-date advice to clients, this session provides an in-depth analysis of key recent cases, emerging legal challenges, and the implications of these developments in health law. Attendees gain insights into the latest judicial trends
- [Professional Responsibility in the Age of Technology and Artificial Intelligence](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/professional-responsibility-in-the-age-of-technology-and-artificial-intelligence/) - Lawyers are permitted and encouraged to use AI products but must do so competently. Competent use includes supervision, safeguarding confidential client information, and passing the resulting economic proficiencies to the client. This session covers the ethics rules impacted by a lawyer's use of technology, including AI, in law practice.
- [Current Trends and Hot Topics in Health Care Fraud and Abuse Enforcement](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/current-trends-and-hot-topics-in-health-care-fraud-and-abuse-enforcement/) - This session reviews recent developments in health care fraud and abuse, including government enforcement activity and priorities, as well as the impact of significant decisions. Our panelists explore these trends in light of their personal experiences in private practice and in the public sector.
- [2025 Health Law Section Annual Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-health-law-section-annual-program-2/) - Another year, another transformative time for the health care industry. It can be challenging to keep up, but the 2025 Health Law Section Annual Program is designed to help you stay ahead of the curve. This year's program brings together a dynamic lineup of speakers to explore the most exciting new developments shaping health care
- [Navigating the Future of AI in Health Care](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/navigating-the-future-of-ai-in-health-care/) - In today's health care landscape, no continuing legal education program is complete without addressing the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI). This session offers insights from private practice, academic medical centers, and academia panelists as they explore the evolution of AI and the challenges it presents in the health care industry. They examine the regulatory
- [Minority Corporate Counsel Summit](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/minority-corporate-counsel-summit-2/) - This engaging CLE empowers in-house counsel across all industries with actionable strategies for today's corporate challenges. Explore critical themes shaping the modern business landscape, including AI tools in the workplace, and corporate governance in a crisis. Experienced in-house lawyers and industry experts discuss effective strategies in these spaces and the role of leadership in driving
- [Hot Topics in Real Property (2025 Real Property Section Winter Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/hot-topics-in-real-property-2025-real-property-section-winter-program-2/) - This year’s 2025 Real Property Section Winter Program was designed with two goals in mind: (1) to explore current issues unique to practicing real estate law in 2025 (like the interplay between artificial intelligence and real property law, the continuing challenges of searching AOC records on the eCourts portal for all counties in North Carolina,
- [Impact of Artificial Intelligence on the Legal Profession](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/impact-of-artificial-intelligence-on-the-legal-profession/) - The growth of artificial intelligence is front of mind for many, including legal professionals. This session covers the impact of AI on law firms, law schools and the courts, highlighting intellectual property and the legal tools that lawyers use in the workplace.
- [Emerging Trends in Planned Community Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/emerging-trends-in-planned-community-law/) - Hear about the developing trends in HOAs and condos and the issues that will likely challenge North Carolina real estate attorneys in 2025 and beyond, including proposed legislation, rental restrictions, enforceability of declaration amendments, and more.
- [Artificial Intelligence and Real Property Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/artificial-intelligence-and-real-property-law/) - Explore the integration of technology into transactional practices, along with the challenges and complexities of regulating AI technologies.
- [2025 Real Property Legislative Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-real-property-legislative-update/) - Receive an update on the 2024–2025 legislative session as it begins in earnest in late January. This session highlights several key issues that will dominate 2025, including the new makeup of the legislature and governor's mansion following the 2024 election.
- [Remote Electronic Notary Act](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/remote-electronic-notary-act/) - The Remote Electronic Notary Act (RENA) was passed in 2022 and will finally be enacted in 2025. Our panel discusses the content of the Act, its likely impact on North Carolina practitioners, and what attorneys should be doing in preparation for RENA's enactment.
- [Professional Responsibility and Ethics in Your Real Property Practice](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/professional-responsibility-and-ethics-in-your-real-property-practice/) - Learn about the ongoing ethical issues unique to North Carolina real property practitioners. This session provides an overview of the Rules of Professional Conduct and the applicable formal ethics opinions that most define the professional obligations of real estate lawyers. Topics to be covered include scams on lawyer's trust accounts, contemporaneous closings, separately represented parties,
- [Business Succession and Employee Ownership: ESOPs, Co-ops, and Other Formats](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/business-succession-and-employee-ownership-esops-co-ops-and-other-formats/) - Over the next 10 years, more than 4 million U.S. businesses owned by retiring baby boomers will change hands or dissolve. More than half of small business owners do not have a succession plan. Selling the enterprise to its workforce is an increasingly important strategy for founders who want to retire, or entrepreneurs just looking
- [Two Lawyers and a Truck: Assisting Your Clients as They Move Up the Capital Stack](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/two-lawyers-and-a-truck-assisting-your-clients-as-they-move-up-the-capital-stack/) - As a business grows and capital needs become more complex, owners and their trusted advisors will need to consider various debt, equity and hybrid options available in the market. In this session, the speakers discuss their experiences advising business owners and capital providers along this journey, helping advisors be aware of the options available to
- [Connelly: Dusting Off Your Buy-Sell Agreement](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/connelly-dusting-off-your-buy-sell-agreement/) - Connelly v. United States brings unwanted attention to closely held businesses with entity purchase (stock redemption), buy-sell arrangements funded with life insurance. Specifically, the Connelly decision resulted in an additional $900,000 of estate tax due at the death of the majority shareholder and brother of the surviving business partner. In this session, we discuss why
- [Winning the Breach of Contract Fight Over Force Majeure, Impossibility and Frustration of Purpose](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/winning-the-breach-of-contract-fight-over-force-majeure-impossibility-and-frustration-of-purpose/) - After a disaster, contracts — whether real estate, construction, or other commercial contracts — are all at risk of nonperformance by one of the parties. Inevitably, nonperformance leads to breach of contract litigation. This session discusses the post disaster litigation battles likely to be fought over the following defenses that may excuse contract performance: force
- [A View From the Bench: Key Trends and Developments in the North Carolina Business Court](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/a-view-from-the-bench-key-trends-and-developments-in-the-north-carolina-business-court-2/) - Gain valuable insight from a panel of NC Business Court judges as they discuss current business law issues, trends they are seeing in their courtrooms, key cases, and developing issues to watch. The judges also explain what business lawyers could do to keep cases out of court and/or better protect their clients.
- [Shining Light on Restrictive Covenants](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/shining-light-on-restrictive-covenants/) - This presentation discusses the current state of restrictive covenants, including current North Carolina law and challenges by the FTC and the NLRB. We discuss noncompetition, non-solicitation and confidentiality agreements, as well as considerations for choosing appropriate restrictive covenants and making them work and grow with different businesses.
- [Digitization, Automation and Other Legal Tech: What Now?](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/digitization-automation-and-other-legal-tech-what-now/) - As the business world becomes digitized and organizations must adapt to new technologies, AI, and other cost-saving innovations, there are also novel considerations for legal and business risk. Join us to issue spot and understand how to leverage new tech and the efficiencies it affords while mitigating potential risk and compliance obligations.
- [Corporate Governance: What You Need To Know](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/corporate-governance-what-you-need-to-know/) - Whether advising as in-house or outside counsel, corporate attorneys need to have a good understanding of how corporate boards work and the legal and ethical challenges that can arise if the board is not governed well or if a crisis hits the board. This understanding is critical whether the board is for a large publicly
- [Avoiding Traps in Insurance Coverage Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/avoiding-traps-in-insurance-coverage-law/) - Hear about traps for the unwary in North Carolina insurance coverage law and how you can be prepared to avoid them. This presentation also covers practical aspects of bad faith and unfair and deceptive trade practices claims in both the first-party and third-party contexts.
- [Encountering Insurance Captives](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/encountering-insurance-captives/) - Receive a foundational overview of the basics of captive insurance companies, plus practical information and insight to prepare insurance law practitioners for encountering various litigation scenarios involving captive insurance.
- [UM/UIM Coverage: Recent Developments and Illustrations](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/um-uim-coverage-recent-developments-and-illustrations/) - Dive into recent legislative changes to the Financial Responsibility Act and learn how to apply its provisions as the speaker illustrates various UM/UIM claim scenarios.
- [Navigating the Complexities of Insurance Law (2025 Insurance Law Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/navigating-the-complexities-of-insurance-law-2025-insurance-law-section-program-3/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Keeping the Lights On: Navigating the Corporate Transparency Act](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/keeping-the-lights-on-navigating-the-corporate-transparency-act/) - In order for any business to succeed, it must be aware of and comply with numerous federal, state and local laws. One of the newest such laws is the Corporate Transparency Act. This session educates attendees on what it is, who it applies to, and how to comply. It also identifies potential traps to avoid
- [Bringing the Business Out of the Basement: How To Help Clients Grow (2025 Business Law Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/bringing-the-business-out-of-the-basement-how-to-help-clients-grow-2025-business-law-section-program-2/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Ethics and the Business of Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ethics-and-the-business-of-law/) - Most lawyers are afraid of the State Bar. This is understandable: the Bar doesn't exist to throw parades and hand out candy; they disbar people. Moreover, most folks don't know how the Bar operates or what types of issues get them in serious trouble. Let's remedy that. This session makes you less afraid of the
- [Going to Market: Practice Points From the ABA 2023 Private Target M&A Deal Points Study](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/going-to-market-practice-points-from-the-aba-2023-private-target-ma-deal-points-study/) - The ABA Private Target Deal Points Study is viewed by many M&A practitioners as the gold standard for market metrics and is widely utilized by attorneys, investment bankers, corporate development teams, and other advisors. Hear developments and key takeaways from the latest Study, which summarizes the prevalence of certain provisions in publicly available private target
- [Bringing the Business Out of the Basement: How To Help Clients Grow (2025 Business Law Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/bringing-the-business-out-of-the-basement-how-to-help-clients-grow-2025-business-law-section-program-3/) - The 2025 Business Law Section Program focuses on how to keep your client up to date and aware of potential issues as they grow. And, as in prior years, the sessions cover a variety of topics that are designed to help every attorney — new or seasoned — gain skills and knowledge to immediately improve
- [Handling Occupational Disease Claims Like a Champ](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/handling-occupational-disease-claims-like-a-champ/) - Get tips and tricks on handling occupational disease claims.
- [Quirky Motions at the Industrial Commission: Information and Tips about Less Common Types of Administrative Motions](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/quirky-motions-at-the-industrial-commission-information-and-tips-about-less-common-types-of-administrative-motions/) - During this session, we discuss uncommon motions at the Industrial Commission and share practical advice from the perspectives of both a practitioner and the Commission.
- [How To Leave a Firm in 10 Days: Ethical Considerations for Workers' Compensation Firm Transitions](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/how-to-leave-a-firm-in-10-days-ethical-considerations-for-workers-compensation-firm-transitions/) - Gain insight from a panel discussion on ethical issues related to switching from a defense firm to a plaintiff's firm (or from a plaintiff's firm to a defense firm), switching firms on the same side, and transitioning from a firm to mediation.
- [2025 Workers' Compensation Section Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-workers-compensation-section-program-3/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [The Confusing Landscape of Coverage B](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-confusing-landscape-of-coverage-b/) - Gain a basic overview of Coverage B, explore regularly disputed issues involving its insuring agreement language, and review exclusions as interpreted by North Carolina's appellate courts. This session also looks at some emerging issues in Coverage B litigation from other jurisdictions.
- [Navigating the Complexities of Insurance Law (2025 Insurance Law Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/navigating-the-complexities-of-insurance-law-2025-insurance-law-section-program-2/) - The North Carolina Bar Association's Insurance Law Section is pleased to offer its annual CLE program that seeks to help practitioners navigate the complexities of insurance law. Back by popular demand, we begin the program with a review of the "top 10" insurance law decisions. This year's program unpacks coverage and litigation issues involving Coverage
- ["Top 10" Insurance Law Decisions of 2024](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/top-10-insurance-law-decisions-of-2024/) - Review, analyze, and discuss the most significant decisions involving insurance law from the past year in North Carolina state and federal courts, and address cases and opinions from other states that may impact North Carolina insurance law in the future.
- [Time-Limited Settlement Demands: Caceres and Beyond](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/time-limited-settlement-demands-caceres-and-beyond/) - Discuss recent trends in time-limited settlement demands from the bankruptcy court's opinion in In Re Caceres and other cases.
- [2025 Workers' Compensation Section Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-workers-compensation-section-program-2/) - In addition to our annual case law update and updates from the Industrial Commission, this program discusses quirkier issues that arise from time to time in our practice, from motions practice, to occupational disease claims, to catastrophic claims. We also explore how both sides of the aisle can use AI in their practice, as well
- [2025 Industrial Commission Updates](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-industrial-commission-updates/) - Hear about changes at the Industrial Commission and the vision for the year.
- [Lien on Me: Liens and Rights of Repayment Related to Medical Expenses](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/lien-on-me-liens-and-rights-of-repayment-related-to-medical-expenses/) - Take a deep dive into a variety of liens that arise in workers' compensation cases and find out how to navigate them successfully.
- [2025 Workers' Compensation Case Law Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-workers-compensation-case-law-update/) - Get up to speed on published and unpublished cases from the appellate courts over the past year.
- [Catastrophic Claims: Attendant Care Issues and Life Care Plans](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/catastrophic-claims-attendant-care-issues-and-life-care-plans/) - Learn how to navigate catastrophic claims, how a catastrophic nurse can help both parties navigate difficult claims, and when to obtain a life care plan.
- [A-I, A-I … Oh! How To Use AI in Your Workers' Compensation Practice](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/a-i-a-i-oh-how-to-use-ai-in-your-workers-compensation-practice/) - During this panel discussion, counsel and representatives from Thompson Reuters explore how AI is currently being utilized by both sides, and what the future holds for AI and your practice.
- [To Live, Not Exist: What Our Experiences Can Teach Us About Managing Stress and Anxiety](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/to-live-not-exist-what-our-experiences-can-teach-us-about-managing-stress-and-anxiety/) - Hear from Coleman Cowan — attorney, mentor and award-winning former "60 Minutes" producer — as he speaks on what experiences can teach us about managing stress and anxiety.
- [2025 Antitrust & Complex Business Disputes Law Section Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-antitrust-complex-business-disputes-law-section-program/) - This CLE explores issues that challenge lawyers in complex business disputes, providing in-depth coverage of topics relevant to practitioners, such as litigating in the generative AI era. It also does a deep dive into specific claims business litigators might encounter, like business defamation claims and trade secret claims. Additionally, we draw attention to issues important
- [Complex Litigation in the Generative AI Era: Practical Strategies and Recent Developments](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/complex-litigation-in-the-generative-ai-era-practical-strategies-and-recent-developments/) - During this session, the presenters cover practical uses of AI in litigation practice, as well as common pitfalls and ethical concerns with this evolving technology.
- [Belonging in the Legal Profession](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/belonging-in-the-legal-profession/) - This panel discusses how lawyers can help create a culture of belonging in the legal profession. Belonging means feeling valued, accepted and supported at work. It is essential to the legal profession, especially in a post-pandemic world. Panelists share what belonging means to them and what we can do to foster a sense of belonging
- [Sticks, Stones and Streisand: Litigating Business Defamation Claims](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/sticks-stones-and-streisand-litigating-business-defamation-claims/) - Combining constitutional law, tort law, and the law of unintended consequences, defamation claims often add a complex and unpredictable layer to business litigation. Understanding those complexities is critical to deciding whether to bring a defamation claim and how to defend one. This session explores both sides of business defamation claims, from pleading through discovery and
- [Antitrust and Complex Business Issues from the In-House Perspective](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/antitrust-and-complex-business-issues-from-the-in-house-perspective/) - This panel of in-house counsel explores relevant antitrust and complex business issues from the corporate client perspective. Panelists share their perspectives and offer practical advice regarding how lawyers in private practice can best work with corporate clients.
- [2025 Antitrust & Complex Business Disputes Law Section Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-antitrust-complex-business-disputes-law-section-program-2/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [What You Wish You Didn't Know About Alcohol Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/what-you-wish-you-didnt-know-about-alcohol-law-2/) - What is alcohol law? For alcohol producers and sellers, it's a completely separate set of legal regulations that overlays everything you think you know about general business law. Alcohol law attorney John Szymankiewicz provides a high-level overview of alcohol law — what it is and what it isn't (hint: it's not about DWIs). John dives
- [Middle Market M&A Update: Outlook and Trends](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/middle-market-ma-update-outlook-and-trends-2/) - Join Kenneth Marks, founder and managing partner of High Rock partners, as he provides a comprehensive overview of the M&A activity in the middle market and the outlook for growth and deals in 2025. This program explores key topics including deal drivers, transaction volume, and valuations of privately held companies with revenues from $5M to
- [AI Use in Law Firms](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ai-use-in-law-firms-2/) - Generative artificial intelligence like ChatGPT has created efficiencies, but also challenges and risks, in the practice of law. Key issues include maintaining confidentiality, protecting client trade secrets, and avoiding errors and "hallucinations" when implementing and using these tools. This discussion focuses on what we know and do not know, how generative AI applications operate, and
- [The Price We Pay as Professional Problem Solvers](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-price-we-pay-as-professional-problem-solvers-2/) - Compassion fatigue has been widely studied in social workers and first responders to crisis situations. New ground-breaking research has revealed the impact of this condition on those working in the legal profession. Given that compassion fatigue is akin to burnout, this session resonates deeply for lawyers from all practice areas. Learn about the condition itself,
- [How Do I Do That? (2024 Essentials of Family Law) (NCDRC)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/how-do-i-do-that-2024-essentials-of-family-law-ncdrc/) - Intended only for NC Dispute Resolution Commission Family Financial Mediator Certification Applicants. This 12-hour program, designed for both new and experienced family lawyers, covers a wide variety of family law topics from a practical, how-to perspective. These topics include child custody, child support, alimony, equitable distribution, domestic violence, civil procedure, tax issues, divorce, divorce from
- [Litigating Trade Secret Claims in NC and Beyond](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/litigating-trade-secret-claims-in-nc-and-beyond/) - This session outlines trade secret protections provided by North Carolina and federal statutes. It defines what a trade secret is and identifies issues that arise in litigating trade secret claims, including injunctive relief, key elements of proof, discovery issues, and damages. It also discusses practical considerations for litigators handling a trade secret claim, including other
- [2025 Business Court Panel Discussion](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-business-court-panel-discussion/) - Frequently regarded as the highlight of the section's annual CLE, this panel discussion features sitting Business Court judges who offer their perspectives about practice before the Business Court.
- [Modern Law Practice Management: Solutions for Solo, Small, and Mid-Size Firms](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/modern-law-practice-management-solutions-for-solo-small-and-mid-size-firms/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Modern Law Practice Management: Solutions for Solo, Small, and Mid-Size Firms](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/modern-law-practice-management-solutions-for-solo-small-and-mid-size-firms-2/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [North Carolina's Transition to Clean Energy Through the Lens of Utility Regulation](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/north-carolinas-transition-to-clean-energy-through-the-lens-of-utility-regulation-2/) - Join Anne Keyworth and Nadia Luhr from the Public Staff of the North Carolina Utilities Commission (NCUC) for an engaging discussion on the recently enacted state law requiring North Carolina's largest electric utilities to transition to carbon-free electricity generation. The speakers examine the NCUC's crucial role in overseeing the decarbonization effort,, including its responsibility for
- [Beyond the Basics: AI in Law and Emerging Industry Trends](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/beyond-the-basics-ai-in-law-and-emerging-industry-trends/) - In an era of rapid advancements, AI's evolving role in the legal sector is shaped by breakthroughs across diverse industries. This presentation dives into the core mechanics of large language models (LLMs) and other AI technologies, distilling key technical insights and emerging capabilities that could reshape legal practice. From understanding AI's underpinnings to exploring its
- [The Future of Law in North Carolina: Insights From the Secretary of State's IT Projects](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-future-of-law-in-north-carolina-insights-from-the-secretary-of-states-it-projects/) - Explore the intersection of technology, security, accessibility and the evolving legal landscape in North Carolina. Join us for a dynamic session featuring insights from the NC Secretary of State's IT initiatives. Topics include the progress of the Remote Electronic Notarization Act, advancements in website accessibility compliance, and the Secretary's role with the Uniform Law Commission.
- [The State of the Market: The Billable Hour in the Era of GenAI](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-state-of-the-market-the-billable-hour-in-the-era-of-genai/) - In this session, we explore the current state of the market regarding how artificial intelligence is being leveraged in the legal profession and how it is affecting the traditional business of law firms (i.e., the billable hour). Gain a comprehensive understanding of current AI trends and technologies reshaping legal practice and whether or not "the
- [2025 Future of Law Committee Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-future-of-law-committee-program-2/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Navigating Legal Pitfalls: Attorney Misconduct, Grievances, AI Risks, and Compassion Fatigue](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/navigating-legal-pitfalls-attorney-misconduct-grievances-ai-risks-and-compassion-fatigue/) - Satisfy your ethics/professional responsibility, professional well-being and technology CLE requirements with this comprehensive four-hour compliance bundle. This program covers key topics, including attorney misconduct, the grievance process and recently enacted legislative changes. Additionally, it explores the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools in legal practice, focusing on confidentiality and how AI tools operate. The
- [Sex, Money and the State Bar](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/sex-money-and-the-state-bar/) - Josh Walthall, a former State Bar prosecutor, offers insight on the perils of attorney misconduct, delving into the ethical and legal pitfalls that can jeopardize a legal career. Josh shares crucial information on what to do if you find yourself being investigated by the State Bar.
- [Navigating the Grievance Process](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/navigating-the-grievance-process/) - Deputy Counsel Kelley A. DeAngelus and Ryan C. Meisnere lead a guided walkthrough of the grievance process and proceedings before the Disciplinary Hearing Commission, covering essential procedural steps and recently enacted legislative changes.
- [The Attorney's Guide to Mediation](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-attorneys-guide-to-mediation-2/) - In this Expert Series, hear from Tara Kozlowski and Maureen Robinson of the North Carolina Dispute Resolution Commission as they cover everything an attorney should know about court-ordered mediation. They discuss the mediation rules that apply to attorneys and their clients, followed by an overview of the other rules that apply to mediators. Also get
- [The Requirement of Electronic Filing in Our Courts](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-requirement-of-electronic-filing-in-our-courts/) - As system analysts with North Carolina's Administrative Office of the Courts, Kristy Tarleton and Sarvani Jami lead us through North Carolina's progress in the implementation of electronic filing (eFiling), the requirement of knowledge and ability to use eFiling as a North Carolina attorney, how to use eFiling, and the resources afforded to you by our
- [Professionalism in the Practice of Law: Why It Is Important and How It Can Make You a Better Lawyer](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/professionalism-in-the-practice-of-law-why-it-is-important-and-how-it-can-make-you-a-better-lawyer/) - In the 21st century, lawyers face challenges that underscore the importance of professionalism in the practice of law. This panel provides insight into the state of professionalism in North Carolina practice from different perspectives and shares recommendations on how we can better incorporate professionalism into the practice of law, thereby enhancing the legal process, improving
- [101 Things EVERY Lawyer Should Know About Contract Drafting](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/101-things-every-lawyer-should-know-about-contract-drafting/) - When it comes to contracts, even small drafting errors can lead to litigation. Learn how to avoid embarrassing mistakes and sharpen your skills with practical tips, proven strategies, and actionable insights from contract-drafting expert Lenné Eidson Espenschied! In this practical, high-energy and fast-paced program, Lenné shares the how, what, when and why of effective contract
- [A Lawyer's Toolkit for Generative AI](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/a-lawyers-toolkit-for-generative-ai/) - The explosion of tools marketed to lawyers and businesspeople in the generative artificial intelligence (GAI) space is overwhelming. This session helps demystify the world of GAI tools for legal professionals. We provide an overview of GAI tools available for general, business and legal applications, highlighting their features, functions and practical benefits. Gain valuable insights into
- [2025 Future of Law Committee Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2025-future-of-law-committee-program/) - The 2025 Future of Law Committee Program offers a cutting-edge exploration of technologies and developments that impact legal practice. This program equips lawyers with knowledge on AI's impact on the practice of law, emerging industry trends, the evolving billable hour model, generational perspectives on the legal profession, and North Carolina's technology initiatives. Featuring insights from
- [Beyond Legal: Research Resources for Lawyers](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/beyond-legal-research-resources-for-lawyers-2/) - Lawyers seek information well beyond legal research tools. This Expert Series introduces attorneys to a variety of powerful research tools, including generative AI search engines, specialized websites for accessing Census Bureau data, public records, and business development resources. Discover how these tools can provide valuable insights and support for your legal work. Whether you're conducting
- [TikTok Made Me Borrow It! Social Media's Effect on Financial Advice and Bankruptcy Clients](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/tiktok-made-me-borrow-it-social-medias-effect-on-financial-advice-and-bankruptcy-clients/) - Need good advice about debt relief? Ask TikTok! No, not really. Chances are high that your clients sought the sage advice of social media before coming to you. Whether it's getting rid of "hot girl debt" through balance transfers or harnessing home equity to start a business, social media influencers have advice for everyone. But
- [How to Use AI to Benefit Your Bankruptcy Practice](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/how-to-use-ai-to-benefit-your-bankruptcy-practice/) - Explore the practical uses and ethical considerations of integrating AI into bankruptcy law practice. This session covers a newly proposed ethics opinion on AI and explores the real-world applications and potential pitfalls for attorneys and their staff.
- [What About the Taxes? Tax Issues in Bankruptcy](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/what-about-the-taxes-tax-issues-in-bankruptcy/) - Tax issues can complicate any bankruptcy, whether consumer or business. This panel discusses issues practitioners may face, such as how to deal with IRS claims for estimated taxes, the debtor's tax obligations (including withholding taxes), responsibility for filing pre-petition returns post-petition, ERC tax credit, and, of course, dischargeability.
- [If Not You, Then Who? Professionalism in Interesting Times (2024 Professionalism Committee Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/if-not-you-then-who-professionalism-in-interesting-times-2024-professionalism-committee-program-2/) - In the 21st century, lawyers face unique challenges that highlight the critical role of civility, integrity and professionalism in the practice of law. This CLE experience introduces you to outstanding professionals who, as leaders in our civic and professional communities, require, advocate for, and practice these virtues from the bench, in their legal practices, and
- [The Conscience of the Colonel, Professionalism in Action](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-conscience-of-the-colonel-professionalism-in-action/) - U.S. Administrative Law Judge Stuart Couch recounts his professional challenges in prosecuting Mohamedou Ould Slahi, an inmate of the Guantanamo Bay Detention Facility, and in prosecuting the U.S. Marine aviators who flew through the Cavalese cable car line. He also leads us through the difficulties he faced as a U.S. immigration judge and how he
- [Professionalism: An Opportunity for Leadership](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/professionalism-an-opportunity-for-leadership/) - As part of the practice of law, attorneys serve as officers of the court and community leaders. Lawyers play an indispensable role in our constitutional form of government by protecting individual rights and ensuring compliance with the law. While the responsibilities inherent in the practice are weighty, the opportunities to do good are limitless. Hear
- [Professionalism and Civility Matter!](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/professionalism-and-civility-matter/) - American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) members Kirk Warner, David Kirby, and Leslie Packer lead participants in discussions and exercises focused on exemplifying the virtues of civility, integrity and professionalism in our practices.
- [47th Annual Bankruptcy Institute](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/47th-annual-bankruptcy-institute/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [How the Bankruptcy System Makes America More Unequal and Implications for North Carolina](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/how-the-bankruptcy-system-makes-america-more-unequal-and-implications-for-north-carolina/) - This keynote address (of the Annual Bankruptcy Institute) and conversation identifies statutory provisions, court decisions, and norms that create disparities in bankruptcy treatment based on race, class, and whether a debtor or creditor is a human or artificial person. It uses examples from the cases of individuals, businesses, companies, cities, and nonprofit organizations and addresses
- [Professional Wisdom in Bankruptcy Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/professional-wisdom-in-bankruptcy-law/) - As more bankruptcy cases are starting to be filed and new faces join in the practice of bankruptcy law, some of our long-practicing members share their insight into enduring principles of professionalism and civility as they relate to bankruptcy law.
- [2024 Bankruptcy Case Law Updates](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-bankruptcy-case-law-updates/) - These are the cases from SCOTUS, the 4th Circuit and beyond that you need to know about from the past year.
- [47th Annual Bankruptcy Institute](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/47th-annual-bankruptcy-institute-2/) - Please join us for this year's Annual Bankruptcy Institute as we discuss a range of topics affecting the modern practice of bankruptcy law, including both positive and negative impacts of technology and need-to-know cases from the past year.
- [The 2024 Bankruptcy Court Judges' State of the Districts](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-2024-bankruptcy-court-judges-state-of-the-districts/) - Hear from U.S. Bankruptcy Court judges from the Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of North Carolina as they discuss topics of interest and importance to the bench in their respective districts and beyond.
- [Attendant Care](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/attendant-care/) - Take a deep dive into the history of attendant care claims in North Carolina with an overview of the main cases you will need in your practice. Find out how to determine whether and when attendant care is appropriate in your case, discover tips for litigating attendant care, and learn how to value the cost
- [Selecting the Right Mediator for Your Claim](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/selecting-the-right-mediator-for-your-claim/) - Take an in-depth look at the importance of selecting the mediator in your claim. Explore what factors you should consider in selecting and agreeing to a mediator, including the complexity of the claim, the clients on both sides of the table, the personalities involved, and how these things can affect the mediation process.
- [Complex Litigation Strategies in Workers' Compensation Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/complex-litigation-strategies-in-workers-compensation-law/) - How do you approach cases that are more complicated than the straightforward or typical workers' compensation claim? This session explores strategies for using non-medical expert witnesses, delves into issues of employer and employee fraud, determines what circumstances could require re-hearings or repeated depositions, and explains how to use letters and videos with doctors. Enhance your
- [Medicare Set-Asides and New CMS Reporting Guidelines](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/medicare-set-asides-and-new-cms-reporting-guidelines/) - The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced new reporting requirements for carriers with civil monetary penalties that may impact the way we settle workers' compensation claims. During this session, we discuss updated best practices for considering Medicare's interests, including verification of Medicare conditional payment liens, voluntary submission of Medicare Set-Aside proposals to CMS
- [2024 Workers' Compensation Fall Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-workers-compensation-fall-program-2/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Ethical Implications in Marketing and Social Media](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ethical-implications-in-marketing-and-social-media-3/) - Most law firms rely on some form of marketing to reach potential clients. But what can you put on your website? What about paying third-party internet advertisers? Learn some of the dos and don'ts of getting your name out.
- [Dealing with Vexatious Litigants, Sovereign Citizens, Pro Se Parties and Abusive Filers in Bankruptcy Practice](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/dealing-with-vexatious-litigants-sovereign-citizens-pro-se-parties-and-abusive-filers-in-bankruptcy-practice/) - In the internet age, it is easier than ever for parties to locate legal documents and arguments without the assistance of counsel. It is also far easier for these parties to make life difficult for other parties, attorneys, and the court system. This panel discusses how to deal with those parties when you eventually find
- ["We'll Sing in the Sunshine": Licensing Boards Perspectives and Public Records](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/well-sing-in-the-sunshine-licensing-boards-perspectives-and-public-records/) - This discussion sheds light on educating citizen members of boards and commissions about public records and open meetings. Provided practice tips enable you to radiate confidence as you deal with board and commission members directly affected in their work by these sunny laws. (Hat tip to musician G. Garnett.)
- [Sunshine Laws - Don't Let Them "Light [Your] Fire" (2024 Public Records Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/sunshine-laws-dont-let-them-light-your-fire-2024-public-records-program-3/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- ["The Sun Will Rise": Shining Light on Your Ethical Responsibility Regarding Sunshine Laws](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-sun-will-rise-shining-light-on-your-ethical-responsibility-regarding-sunshine-laws/) - Dealing with officials who think they're the client when it's their agency, board or commission, and dealing with obstreperous opposing counsel or grumpy citizens can dull the day of a government or administrative lawyer. And when ethics questions shimmer into view, it can stretch the soul. Our speaker put the shine back into professionalism and
- ["Ain't No Sunshine": Public Records and Government Transparency](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/aint-no-sunshine-public-records-and-government-transparency/) - The title of this Bill Withers song represents the clouds of recent developments reducing legislative transparency.
- [Form 24s](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/form-24s/) - Hear from both sides of the bar about strategies for prosecuting and defending applications to terminate temporary total disability benefits. Find out what the Industrial Commission is looking for in Form 24 Application proceedings.
- [Ethical Considerations for Changing Law Firms in North Carolina](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ethical-considerations-for-changing-law-firms-in-north-carolina/) - Thinking about a change? Wondering where to start when considering leaving a firm? Learn what to consider and how to navigate ethical issues when leaving a law firm — including client contact, fee splits, and whether you have to send joint letters — from the perspectives of both the attorney and the departing firm.
- [Show Cause Motions: Contempt at the North Carolina Industrial Commission](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/show-cause-motions-contempt-at-the-north-carolina-industrial-commission/) - Explore the contempt process generally and, more specifically, how it functions in workers' compensation claims. Learn to identify when a motion for order to show cause is appropriate and what you can expect when you or an opposing party file one. Gain practical tips to avoid having your motion denied.
- [2024 Workers' Compensation Fall Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-workers-compensation-fall-program/) - This CLE is designed to assist you in mastering the unique and, at times, complex areas of workers' compensation practice. Learn from experienced professionals how to approach transitioning to a new firm and how to navigate the workers' compensation contempt docket and Form 24 proceedings. Examine common strategies for complex litigation and addressing Medicare Set-Aside
- [AI Use in Law Firms](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ai-use-in-law-firms/) - Generative artificial intelligence like ChatGPT has created efficiencies, but also challenges, in the practice of law. One significant issue is maintaining confidentiality and protecting client trade secrets when implementing and using these tools. This discussion focuses on what we know, and don't know, about how generative AI applications use confidential information, and how lawyers can
- [Lawyers Without Borders: Ethical Considerations for Remote Attorneys and the Multi-Jurisdictional Practice of Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/lawyers-without-borders-ethical-considerations-for-remote-attorneys-and-the-multi-jurisdictional-practice-of-law/) - This presentation analyzes the ethical considerations associated with working remotely. Topics covered include the practice of working in pajamas, employing remote attorneys, and representing clients across multiple jurisdictions. The presentation also explores the unique challenges of maintaining professional standards and client confidentiality in a virtual environment, ensuring compliance with jurisdictional regulations, and managing remote legal
- ["Cover [Yourself] in Sunshine": Judges' Expectations When a Public Records Case Ends up in Court](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/cover-yourself-in-sunshine-judges-expectations-when-a-public-records-case-ends-up-in-court/) - You can cover yourself and your clients in sunshine when you hear these speakers discuss what judges expect of you when you and your clients end up in court for a public records or open meetings case. (Hat tip to Pink.)
- [Sunshine Laws — Don't Let Them "Light [Your] Fire" (2024 Public Records Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/sunshine-laws-dont-let-them-light-your-fire-2024-public-records-program-2/) - Government transparency — otherwise known as government in the sunshine — is vital to the rule of law but the glare can sometimes be blinding for state and local governments. Be enlightened by engaging expert practice tips for responding to public records requests. Shine a light on mediating and litigating public record disputes from a
- ["Sunshine Superman": Practical Tips for Responding to Public Records Requests](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/sunshine-superman-practical-tips-for-responding-to-rublic-records-requests/) - Be a government-in-the-sunshine hero to your clients when you shed light on the practice tips you learn in this session for responding to public records requests. (Hat tips to musician Donovan.)
- ["I Can See Clearly Now": Public Officials, Social Media and Open Meetings Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/i-can-see-clearly-now-public-officials-social-media-and-open-meetings-law/) - This session sheds light on the Supreme Court's Lindke v. Freed case re public officials and social media, as well as the Court of Appeals' recent open meetings case, State v. Anson County. (Hat tip to musician J. Nash.)
- ["Pocketful of Sunshine": Public Records Litigation and Eliminating Information Asymmetry](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/pocketful-of-sunshine-public-records-litigation-and-eliminating-information-asymmentry/) - Walk away with pockets filled with tips for litigating on behalf of the government in public records and open meetings cases as this session provides tips to put in your pockets. (Hat tip to musician N. Bedingfield.)
- [North Carolina State Bar Update and Ethics Review](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/north-carolina-state-bar-update-and-ethics-review-10/) - In this hour-long conversation, North Carolina State Bar Executive Director Peter Bolac and Associate Director and Chief Ethics Counsel Brian Oten review the State Bar's activities in 2024, including the ethics process and recent ethics activities, and give a preview for 2025. This review covers important developments at the State Bar applicable to all lawyers
- [2024 U.S. Supreme Court Review and Labor and Employment Law Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-u-s-supreme-court-review-and-labor-and-employment-law-update/) - Hear updates on employment-related decisions rendered by the U.S. Supreme Court through the end of its most recent term in July 2024. The accompanying written manuscript summarizes each of these cases followed by the comments about the decision's significance for workplace stakeholders.
- [The 2024 Latest U.S. DOL Developments: The Overtime Rule and More](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-2024-latest-u-s-dol-developments-the-overtime-rule-and-more/) - During this presentation, attendees receive an overview of the latest U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) developments, including recent changes to the overtime rule and other significant regulatory updates. The discussion covers the updated overtime rule's effects on employee classifications and employer obligations, as well as additional regulatory shifts that could impact workplace compliance.
- [40th Annual NC/SC Labor and Employment Law Conference](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/40th-annual-nc-sc-labor-and-employment-law-conference-2/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [2024 Labor and Employment Law Fourth Circuit Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-labor-and-employment-law-fourth-circuit-update/) - This presentation covers Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals basics and some of the most noteworthy decisions from November 2023 through October 2024.
- [EEOC Developments and Discrimination Litigation: Practical Tips for the Use of Comparator and "Me-Too" Evidence in Discrimination Cases](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/eeoc-developments-and-discrimination-litigation-practical-tips-for-the-use-of-comparator-and-me-too-evidence-in-discrimination-cases/) - Get an annual update from the EEOC, followed by an overview of relevant evidentiary issues in discrimination litigation. The session provides a current legal analysis of comparator evidence, including how to get it considered as evidence, and an overview of its persuasiveness as evidence of discrimination. In addition, the presenters share practical tips for the
- [2024 North Carolina State Labor and Employment Law Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-north-carolina-state-labor-and-employment-law-update/) - Receive an overview of North Carolina state and district court labor and employment law updates.
- [I'll Be Watching You! Employee Privacy and Workplace Surveillance](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ill-be-watching-you-employee-privacy-and-workplace-surveillance/) - Join us for an interactive discussion on the multifaceted aspects of workplace surveillance and employee monitoring, covering considerations from legal, business, public relations, and workplace morale perspectives. Topics include pre-hiring inquiries, workplace surveillance mechanisms, physical searches, monitoring employee communications, dress code and appearance policies, drug and alcohol testing, and monitoring employee off-duty behavior and activities.
- [Restrictive Covenants in Labor and Employment Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/restrictive-covenants-in-labor-and-employment-law/) - Few areas of employment law are as challenging and uncertain as covenants not to compete and the legal world of unfair competition. This presentation explores these challenges within the context of restrictive covenant law in NC and SC, while also addressing the Federal Trade Commission's final rule invalidating most employer-employee noncompete agreements and its current
- [Preparing and Managing Child Support Cases](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/preparing-and-managing-child-support-cases/) - It's just plugging numbers into the guidelines, so it's easy, right? Nope — not always. Hear about the statutes and case law that govern support cases (both initial determination and modification cases), as well as pleading requirements, how to deal with high-income cases, what's involved in cases that deviate from the guidelines, attorney's fees in
- [Marital Agreements](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/marital-agreements/) - What if your client does not want all of her personal life details out there in a court file? Or if he wants to prepare in advance, in case of a later separation? There's a solution for that. Hear everything you need to know about contracts between prospective spouses, current spouses, or separated spouses. What
- [Preparing and Managing a Contempt Action](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/preparing-and-managing-a-contempt-action/) - There is so much overlap between civil and criminal contempt in family law cases that it can be difficult to know how to proceed. In this presentation, learn about relevant statutes and case law, pleading requirements, differences and similarities between civil and criminal contempt, meeting statutory requirements, and attorney's fees in contempt cases. Additionally, hear
- [Making Persuasive Presentations in Family Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/making-persuasive-presentations-in-family-law/) - Making your case to the judge involves more than just showing up and asking a few questions of your witnesses. There is an art to making a persuasive presentation to the Court. This session teaches you how to effectively make opening and closing statements, the best way to make your direction and cross-examinations, and how
- [Prompt Engineering 101 for Lawyers](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/prompt-engineering-101-for-lawyers-2/) - Generative artificial intelligence tools are springing up everywhere, promising to handle mundane tasks so lawyers can spend more time on high-touch, high-value activities. But to make the most of these tools, attorneys first need to get up to speed on the new technology. Assessing the products is certainly part of the equation, but lawyers also
- [The State of DEI in 2024](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-state-of-dei-in-2024/) - During this insightful panel discussion, we delve into the impact of the U.S. Supreme Court's SFFA decision on DEI initiatives and its lasting effects, as well as religious and other objections to DEI and/or harassment training. The panelists also examine key takeaways from the WDNC and Fourth Circuit decisions in the Duvall v. Novant litigation.
- [2024 South Carolina State Labor and Employment Law Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-south-carolina-state-labor-and-employment-law-update/) - This presentation covers state and federal courts in South Carolina, highlighting recent developments and case law in labor and employment law between November 2023 and October 2024.
- [40th Annual NC/SC Labor and Employment Law Conference](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/40th-annual-nc-sc-labor-and-employment-law-conference/) - This year's program is packed with the latest trends and critical updates in labor and employment law. Dive into the evolving landscape of restrictive covenants and explore the ethical considerations of remote and multijurisdictional practice. Join us for a dynamic panel discussion on DEI initiatives, featuring insights from the plaintiff's attorney in the landmark Duvall
- [Preparing and Managing Child Custody Cases](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/preparing-and-managing-child-custody-cases/) - Custody cases may be some of the most difficult cases to handle because of the emotions involved, so you will want to learn about relevant statutes and case law, pleading requirements, the use of PCs and GALs, attorney's fees in custody cases, and modification issues, as well as helpful tips on best trial practices and
- [Everything You Need to Know About the Rules of Civil Procedure](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-rules-of-civil-procedure/) - We promise this session is more interesting than your civil procedure class in law school. Learn everything you need to know about the first half of the Rules of Civil Procedure, like information on the initiation of actions, service, venue, amendments of pleadings, motions to dismiss, discovery, subpoenas, depositions, intervention and joinder, and verification requirements.
- [Preparing and Managing an Equitable Distribution Case](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/preparing-and-managing-an-equitable-distribution-case-2/) - Equitable distribution (ED) cases can be complex — especially if you are dealing with retirement accounts, businesses and trusts. This session's speaker walks you through equitable distribution orders and judgments, including distributional factors, presumptions, burdens of proof, classification, expert valuations, and discovery and valuation issues. Additionally, the presentation examines in-kind distributions versus distributive awards and
- [Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Divorce and Divorce From Bed and Board But Were Afraid to Ask](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/everything-you-ever-wanted-to-know-about-divorce-and-divorce-from-bed-and-board-but-were-afraid-to-ask/) - Yes — divorce and divorce from bed and board are two different things. Raise your hand if you fully understand the procedures and effects of both types of divorce. If you did not raise your hand (or even if you did), stay tuned for this presentation to gain insight and understanding of both processes —
- [What You Need to Know About Alternative Dispute Resolution in Resolving Family Law Cases](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/what-you-need-to-know-about-alternative-dispute-resolution-in-resolving-family-law-cases/) - So, you don't want to litigate that case? Good news — there are other options. Find out everything you need to know about ways to resolve your case outside of litigation — mediation, arbitration, collaborative law, using referees, and using early neutral evaluations.
- [How Do I Do That? (2024 Essentials of Family Law)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/how-do-i-do-that-2024-essentials-of-family-law-2/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [What You Need to Know About Tax Issues in Family Law Cases](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/what-you-need-to-know-about-tax-issues-in-family-law-cases/) - Seriously, they put tax right after lunch? Yes, we did. And you will want to pay attention because this speaker helps you understand the important tax consequences involved in your cases and helps you figure out what to look for on all of those pages and attachments to all of those tax returns you ask
- [Back to Basics: Life as a Family Law Paralegal](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/back-to-basics-life-as-a-family-law-paralegal-2/) - Designed for family law paralegals of all experience levels, this CPE course goes back to the basics, allowing the paralegal to rejuvenate and develop new skills for completing financial affidavits, equitable distribution inventory affidavits, and retirement division orders. Participants explore key concepts and procedures relevant to family law cases involving financial and family law matters,
- [Case Management 101 for Family Law Paralegals](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/case-management-101-for-family-law-paralegals/) - Review the basics of working a case from beginning to end, including completing document logs and asset/debt charts, dealing with pro se litigants, and managing attorney, paralegal and client relationships.
- [Managing Clients (and Managing Yourself) in Family Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/managing-clients-and-managing-yourself-in-family-law/) - Wait — I have to actually interact with my clients? Yes, you do! This presentation provides helpful information about client intake, how to identify issues in prospective cases, advising clients and managing expectations, working effectively with opposing counsel, fee contracts, and avoidance of grievances.
- [How Do I Do That? (2024 Essentials of Family Law)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/how-do-i-do-that-2024-essentials-of-family-law/) - This 12-hour program, designed for both new and experienced family lawyers, covers a wide variety of family law topics from a practical, how-to perspective. These topics include child custody, child support, alimony, equitable distribution, domestic violence, civil procedure, tax issues, divorce, divorce from bed and board, marital agreements, contempt, and appellate issues.
- [How to Prepare Your Family Law Case for an Appeal](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/how-to-prepare-your-family-law-case-for-an-appeal/) - If you think you don't need to think about an appeal before you get the trial court's final order, you are doing your client a disservice. There are many steps that you can take before, during and after your trial to best set your case up to appeal the order or to defend against an
- [Preparing and Managing a Domestic Violence Case](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/preparing-and-managing-a-domestic-violence-case/) - The trial courts handle many domestic violence cases each day, so to effectively present your case, you need to make the most of the limited time available to you. This presentation gives you the tools to do just that, starting with the definition of domestic violence and its components (including a personal relationship, subjective fear,
- [Preparing and Managing Post-Separation Support and Alimony Cases](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/preparing-and-managing-post-separation-support-and-alimony-cases/) - We don't have alimony guidelines or really any idea from judge to judge or county to county how a particular judge is going to rule on any given spousal support fact pattern, so you are going to need this speaker's help to navigate the statutes and case law that govern post-separation support and alimony cases
- [Custody Evaluations/Psychological Evaluations: A Paralegal's Guide to Preparing an Expert's Testimony](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/custody-evaluations-psychological-evaluations-a-paralegals-guide-to-preparing-an-experts-testimony/) - Explore the differences between a custody evaluation and a psychological evaluation, including the purpose and use of each, and the benefits of consulting an expert on how to prioritize custodial goals when considering an evaluation. This session is the paralegal's guide to preparing an expert's testimony and using an evaluation in a custody trial.
- [Back to Basics: Life as a Family Law Paralegal](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/back-to-basics-life-as-a-family-law-paralegal/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Ins and Outs of Division of Retirement in Equitable Distribution for Paralegals](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ins-and-outs-of-division-of-retirement-in-equitable-distribution-for-paralegals/) - This session defines the different types of retirement division orders, including a qualified domestic relations order (QDRO), domestic relations order (DRO), military pension division order (MPDO), court order acceptable for processing (COAP), retirement benefits court order (RBCO), etc. Find out when to use which type of order to divide various retirement plans (such as 401(k)s,
- [Ethics in Action: Guiding Paralegals Through the Ethical Landscape in North Carolina Family Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ethics-in-action-guiding-paralegals-through-the-ethical-landscape-in-north-carolina-family-law/) - This session thoroughly examines the important and necessary rules of professional conduct and aspirational behavior of members of the legal field in the practice and administration of duties and actions in a legal case to fully and comprehensively represent clients, advance individual rights, and comply with the judicial system.
- [A Family Law Paralegal's Guide to Using Soberlink](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/a-family-law-paralegals-guide-to-using-soberlink/) - Learn about the history and creation of Soberlink, how a real-time alcohol monitoring device works, and technological advances. The presentation discusses Soberlink's partnership with North Carolina family law firms and why the device is useful for family law cases. It also walks through how to request Soberlink in a court order, obtain results and include
- [Less Restrictive Alternatives and Supported Decision-Making](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/less-restrictive-alternatives-and-supported-decision-making/) - Hear the most recent changes to the NC General Statutes regarding the requirement that less restrictive alternatives to guardianship be explored and ruled out before proceeding with a guardianship action. The presenter also explores the concept of supportive decision-making and its use in avoiding guardianship proceedings.
- [Preparing for and Conducting Guardianship Hearings](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/preparing-for-and-conducting-guardianship-hearings/) - Learn best practices to prepare for a hearing on a guardianship matter, from the use of discovery and preparing witnesses to how to present evidence, and object to evidence, presented in the hearing. This session also provides guidance on best practices for examining witnesses during a hearing.
- [Preparing and Filing Guardianship Actions](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/preparing-and-filing-guardianship-actions/) - Review the various AOC forms used in guardianship proceedings; the necessary information to gather before filing an action; the various roles of the parties, interested persons, and the guardian ad litem in a guardianship proceeding; and the appropriate use of an interim guardianship.
- [2024 Basics of Elder and Special Needs Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-basics-of-elder-and-special-needs-law/) - The 2024 Basics of Elder and Special Needs Law program offers a foundational knowledge base for building an elder and special needs law practice. This year's program provides practical guidance on the basics of guardianship — an essential part of most elder and special needs law practices.
- [Guardianship Administration](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/guardianship-administration/) - Explore the statutory requirements of administering a guardianship, from the filing of inventories and accountings to seeking court approval for the expenditure of guardianship assets, selling personal property, and selling real property.
- [Ethics in Guardianship Representation](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ethics-in-guardianship-representation/) - This session addresses the most common ethical issues arising when representing parties in a guardianship proceeding. Issues covered include establishing the attorney-client relationship, identifying potential conflicts of interest early, preserving client autonomy and protecting confidentiality, and more.
- [2024 Basics of Elder and Special Needs Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-basics-of-elder-and-special-needs-law-2/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Financial Affidavits, Equitable Distribution Inventory Affidavits, Supporting Disclosures and the Family Law Paralegal's Guide to Effective Case Management](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/financial-affidavits-equitable-distribution-inventory-affidavits-supporting-disclosures-and-the-family-law-paralegals-guide-to-effective-case-management/) - During this open discussion on the importance of financial affidavits in financial cases, attendees receive practical tips for drafting affidavits and organizing financial information that is effective for the attorney. Hear about equitable distribution inventory affidavits and how to prepare for your client to complete and gather the necessary documentation to accurately capture assets and
- [Basics of Business Taxation](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/basics-of-business-taxation-3/) - Join us for a high-level overview of the taxation of business entities, with a focus on explaining common tax types that are shared by all business entities. Learn the tax advantages and tax pitfalls for each entity type to address general tax questions and advise business clients to choose the business structure that works best
- [Corporation Organization and Operations](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/corporation-organization-and-operations-2/) - Gain insights about the critical decisions in organizing and operating a corporation, including choice of jurisdiction of incorporation; corporate ownership, capital and management structure; articles of incorporation; optional charter provisions; bylaws; organizational meeting; initial and ongoing filing and reporting requirements; shareholder and restrictive stock agreements; corporate housekeeping; meetings of directors and shareholders; charter and bylaw
- [Legal Entity Choice](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/legal-entity-choice-3/) - This session covers the basics of legal entity formation, including the reasons and purposes behind forming an entity. Walk through the different legal and tax structures available when forming an entity and discuss how those decisions impact various events in the life of an entity, including ownership changes, financing needs, employee management and exit events.
- [2024 Basics of Business Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-basics-of-business-law-2/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Merger and Acquisition Transactions](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/merger-and-acquisition-transactions/) - This session provides an overview of merger and acquisition transactions.
- [The New Normal: Beneficial Ownership Reporting and Filing Obligations Under the Corporate Transparency Act](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-new-normal-beneficial-ownership-reporting-and-filing-obligations-under-the-corporate-transparency-act/) - This discussion focuses on the extensive beneficial ownership reporting and filing obligations of reporting companies under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). In particular, we discuss the entities subject to the reporting and filing obligations of the CTA, the individuals required to be identified in beneficial ownership reports, exclusions from the reporting and filing requirements of
- [Ethics for the Business Lawyer](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ethics-for-the-business-lawyer/) - Business law practitioners face unique ethical challenges in their daily practices. It is often difficult to determine who your client is. Many times, conflicts of interest are subtle. Business lawyers must navigate difficult confidentiality and privilege issues where outside consultants and advisors are involved in a transaction. Transactional attorneys must also now deal with the
- [Case Studies of Guardianship Matters](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/case-studies-of-guardianship-matters/) - This session includes actual case studies to aid you in applying guadianship concepts to potential real-life scenarios.
- [The Future of the Electronic Court System](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-future-of-the-electronic-court-system/) - Heath Gilbert, NCBA Future of Law Committee member, leads a discussion with AOC personnel about the electronic future of law, including eFiling and Webex hearings.
- [NCBA 2024 Annual Review](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ncba-2024-annual-review-2/) - Previously recorded CLE programs that are streamed online | Starting August 1, 2020 are taxable.
- [North Carolina State Bar Ethics Committee 2024 Year in Review](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/north-carolina-state-bar-ethics-committee-2024-year-in-review/) - Wondering what the State Bar has been up to? Find out as we recap recently adopted ethics opinions, proposed ethics opinions, rule amendments adopted in 2023, changes to the random audit of trust accounts selection process, and changes to the CLE reporting requirements. This session also addresses the State Bar Council's initiative to provide guidance
- [Tech Tips for Attorneys: Navigating the Latest in Law Practice Management and Technology](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/tech-tips-for-attorneys-navigating-the-latest-in-law-practice-management-and-technology/) - Finding the right tools can help law firms monitor trust balances, track time accurately, reduce error from re-keying, check for conflicts, help manage tasks and deadlines, calculate court deadlines, provide secure communication options, and so much more. In this session, we discuss how to break down the features and functions of law practice management software/applications
- [Basics of Employment Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/basics-of-employment-law-3/) - From discrimination and wage and hour concerns to leave laws and non-compete agreements, this interactive session seeks to provide attendees with a foundation for understanding and addressing common employment law concerns relevant to any North Carolina employer.
- [2024 Basics of Business Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-basics-of-business-law/) - This program is developed for attorneys who are new to the practice of business law, as well as for more experienced attorneys seeking an update on recent legal developments. Sessions include overviews of entities, formation, and governance, plus valuable instruction in related areas like tax, employment, intellectual property and the Corporate Transparency Act. Also learn
- [Issue Spotting: Overview of Common Intellectual Property (IP) Issues for Non-IP Attorneys](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/issue-spotting-overview-of-common-intellectual-property-ip-issues-for-non-ip-attorneys-2/) - Join us for an overview of common IP issues that you may run into when representing your business clients. We cover issues that often arise in patent, copyright, trademark and trade-secret contexts. Also, learn about fact patterns that lead to common IP issues. And lastly, we highlight important considerations for discussing these issues with your
- [For the Public Good: The Ethics of Pro Bono](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/for-the-public-good-the-ethics-of-pro-bono-2/) - In this Expert Series, Allison Constance, Director of Pro Bono Programs at Legal Aid of North Carolina, and Sylvia Novinsky, Director of the North Carolina Pro Bono Resource Center, explain Rule 6.1 and the access to justice gap in North Carolina. Additionally, they discuss how legal professionals can use pro bono service to help address
- [2024 NC Employment Law Update and Annual Review](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-nc-employment-law-update-and-annual-review/) - This session covers new decisions made since November 2023 applicable to the practice of North Carolina employment law, as well as statutory and regulatory changes potentially impacting this practice.
- [2024 Criminal Law Update and Annual Review](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-criminal-law-update-and-annual-review/) - Kearns Davis and Jan Pritchett return to provide this year's criminal law update. In this session, Pritchett discusses key recent decisions by the North Carolina Supreme Court and North Carolina Court of Appeals, and Davis addresses significant federal cases from the U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit.
- [NCBA 2024 Annual Review](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ncba-2024-annual-review/) - Sharpen your legal knowledge at this year's NCBA Annual Review as our speakers delve into the latest court decisions, significant legislative updates and policy amendments that span a wide range of topic and practice areas.
- [2024 Real Property Case Law Update and Annual Review](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-real-property-case-law-update-and-annual-review/) - Receive the latest real property updates to benefit your practice by learning about this year's most recent and impactful case law decisions.
- [2024 Family Law Update and Annual Review](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-family-law-update-and-annual-review/) - This year's family law update is a whirlwind overview of the most recent case law and legislative changes in the world of family law. The fast-paced discussion covers legal updates from the previous year on topics such as equitable distribution, child custody, child support, post-separation support, alimony, separation agreements, contempt, attorney's fees and more.
- [2024 Estate Planning Update and Annual Review](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-estate-planning-update-and-annual-review/) - Review recent federal and North Carolina case law and statutory updates involving estates, gifts and trusts.
- [A 2024 Review of the Most Significant Business Court Decisions](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/a-2024-review-of-the-most-significant-business-court-decisions/) - Review decisions from the North Carolina Business Court over the last 12 months that are important for lawyers to know, both for their practice and for the clients whom they represent and advise.
- [The 2024 Elections and U.S. Trade Policy](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-2024-elections-and-u-s-trade-policy/) - This discussion engages in an in-depth analysis of how the 2024 elections may affect U.S. trade policy. The participants focus on the role of trade in the election, lessons from the last four years, and how the winning candidate will address issues in U.S.-China trade, tariffs under Section 232 and Section 301, and the U.S.-EU
- [Best Practices for In-House Counsel: Inside and Out, a Retrospective](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/best-practices-for-in-house-counsel-inside-and-out-a-retrospective/) - This wonderfully experienced panel discusses the ins and outs and the role of general counsel (GC) with companies that are headquartered outside the U.S. with operations within the U.S. and other locations. Topics include best practices for the GC role, the use of outside counsel, and handling cultural differences with a foreign parent and management.
- [Key International Legal Topics for North Carolina Lawyers and Their Clients (2024 International Practice Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/key-international-legal-topics-for-north-carolina-lawyers-and-their-clients-2024-international-practice-section-program-2/) - This program is designed for lawyers in private practice, in-house legal and compliance professionals, and other stakeholders in the North Carolina legal community whose practices involve cross-border activities and trade. Receive updates on key international legal topics that impact North Carolina lawyers and their clients, including (1) best practices for in-house counsel overseeing cross-border disputes
- [Back to Basics: Understanding North Carolina Administrative Law in the Post-Chevron Era](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/back-to-basics-understanding-north-carolina-administrative-law-in-the-post-chevron-era-2/) - The United States Supreme Court's Loper Bright decision overturning Chevron capped five years of dramatic change in federal administrative law — changes that inevitably influence state law. The North Carolina Supreme Court's decision in Sound Rivers, Inc. v. N.C. Department of Environmental Quality, 385 N.C. 1 (2023), last fall may mark the beginning of a
- [Professional Responsibility: Countering the Rise of Incivility With Professionalism](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/professional-responsibility-countering-the-rise-of-incivility-with-professionalism/) - What are the causes of incivility and how does incivility differ from violations of the Rules of Professional Responsibility? How do we prepare ourselves for incivility arising in the practice of law? What behaviors should we avoid in responding to incivility? What are best practices for developing a civility skill set? Should we aspire to
- [2024 Civil Law Update and Annual Review](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-civil-law-update-and-annual-review/) - Hear recent key decisions from the North Carolina Supreme Court and Court of Appeals. This session also addresses substantive areas of civil law, Rules of Civil Procedure and Rules of Evidence.
- [Calm in the Midst of Chaos: Resilience Training](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/calm-in-the-midst-of-chaos-resilience-training-3/) - Practicing law is stressful, and often chaotic. Many more factors are out of our control than we care to admit. The more energy we exert trying to control the uncontrollable, the more chaotic and unmanageable our internal thoughts and feelings can become. There is hope! The good news is that resilience is a learned skill,
- [When Disaster Strikes: Managing the Emotional Response](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/when-disaster-strikes-managing-the-emotional-response-2/) - In this Expert Series, Dr. Richard Hicks of BarCARES and Cathy Killian of the NC Lawyers Assistance Program (NCLAP) spend time discussing the various emotional responses to disasters, both personal and professional, with some specific implications for attorneys. They share tips on healthy behaviors to engage in to enhance the ability to cope and move
- [Issue Spotting: Advising Clients and Business Stakeholders When Implementing Third-Party Technologies or Designing Digital Products and Services](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/issue-spotting-advising-clients-and-business-stakeholders-when-implementing-third-party-technologies-or-designing-digital-products-and-services/) - In our increasingly digital economy, often companies use technologies that collect and use personal data to support their business objectives. The use cases could reach any part of the business, such as in human resources for recruitment, talent development, and timekeeping; in supply chain with artificial intelligence-powered warehouse safety and security management; and in product
- [A Healthy Way of Looking at It: Analyzing Health Data Privacy Issues in Light of New Laws](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/a-healthy-way-of-looking-at-it-analyzing-health-data-privacy-issues-in-light-of-new-laws/) - Health data is not just governed by HIPAA anymore, and the meaning of health data has also broadened. New and amended state privacy laws governing consumer health data have changed the landscape and raised novel questions and compliance challenges. This is happening while the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights
- [Kids These Days: An Overview of Youth Privacy Laws and Compliance Strategies](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/kids-these-days-an-overview-of-youth-privacy-laws-and-compliance-strategies/) - Developments in youth privacy laws have continued at a rapid pace in 2024, and both federal and state regulators have cited this topic as an enforcement priority. This session provides an overview of current legal obligations implicating youth privacy (such as the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act and recent FTC enforcement actions), common issues in
- [A Very Particular Set of Skills: Responding to Cyber Extortion and Ransomware Incidents](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/a-very-particular-set-of-skills-responding-to-cyber-extortion-and-ransomware-incidents/) - Ransomware and cyber extortion events have become a critical threat to businesses across a wide range of industries, resulting in high-profile incidents that have real-world impacts on millions of Americans. These events raise a host of legal and business issues that companies and their counsel must manage in compressed time frames against the backdrop of
- [Guardians of Privacy: A Deep Dive Into Regulator Priorities and Enforcement Actions](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/guardians-of-privacy-a-deep-dive-into-regulator-priorities-and-enforcement-actions/) - This session explores recent regulatory enforcement actions by and guidance from privacy regulators, including the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA), state attorneys general, and European data protection authorities. Join us to learn practical strategies to ensure compliance with evolving privacy laws and to safeguard consumer data.
- [Risky Business: AI Ethics and the Balancing Act of Risk-Based Regulation](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/risky-business-ai-ethics-and-the-balancing-act-of-risk-based-regulation/) - Rapidly advancing AI systems are reaching every industry, and the global conversation on AI regulation is trending toward a risk-based model in the EU and some states in the U.S. This presentation guides legal professionals through the recent advancements in AI and expands upon the ethical considerations that lawyers and their clients will face as
- [Navigating the New Frontier of Privacy and Data Security (2024 Privacy & Data Security Section Annual Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/navigating-the-new-frontier-of-privacy-and-data-security-2024-privacy-data-security-section-annual-program-2/) - Previously recorded CLE programs that are streamed online | Starting August 1, 2020 are taxable.
- [The Current State of Electronically Stored Information (ESI) and AI](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-current-state-of-electronically-stored-information-esi-and-ai/) - Discuss the current state of electronically stored information, the emergence of artificial intelligence, and current issues related to these areas.
- [Effective Presentation of Damages](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/effective-presentation-of-damages/) - Learn creative ways to present damages on a variety of projects. In addition to discussing delay and similarly related damages, this session also covers challenges and theories of recovery in construction defect cases.
- [The Art and Science of Dispute Resolution: Winning Your Construction Case (2024 NC/SC Joint Construction Law CLE)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-art-and-science-of-dispute-resolution-winning-your-construction-case-2024-nc-sc-joint-construction-law-cle-2/) - Previously recorded CLE programs that are streamed online | Starting August 1, 2020 are taxable.
- [Dynamics of Multi-Party Mediation in Construction Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/dynamics-of-multi-party-mediation-in-construction-law/) - Multi-party mediation introduces issues for both mediators and the parties to consider. In this session, we discuss the unique dynamics of multi-party mediation, as well as touch on the Rules of the NC Supreme Court for Mediated Settlement Conferences, Standard of Professional Conduct for Mediators, Advisory Opinions adopted by the NCDRC, and NC case law
- [The Surety Is Involved](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-surety-is-involved/) - Explore common issues that arise when surety is involved in disputes. Hear from experienced litigators representing sureties, as well as the principal.
- [2024 North Carolina and South Carolina Construction Annual Case Law Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-north-carolina-and-south-carolina-construction-annual-case-law-update/) - This session covers important judicial opinions issued over the past year, with the first portion focusing on North Carolina law and the second portion on South Carolina law.
- [Ethics for Construction Attorneys](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ethics-for-construction-attorneys/) - Construction law presents various ethical considerations for lawyers. This session contemplates unique ethical considerations that exist with complex multi-party relationships, possible co-counsel arrangements, managing clients' confidential data, selecting and working with experts, and other ethical and professional considerations.
- [Navigating the New Frontier of Privacy and Data Security (2024 Privacy & Data Security Section Annual Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/navigating-the-new-frontier-of-privacy-and-data-security-2024-privacy-data-security-section-annual-program/) - The privacy and data security landscape is complex and ever-evolving. With the introduction of new laws and technologies combined with intensified regulatory scrutiny, privacy and security legal professionals can often feel like they're trying to navigate a maze blindfolded. In addition to the deluge of state comprehensive privacy laws, 2024 saw the introduction of new
- [Partitions: Understanding North Carolina Partition Law Under Chapter 46A of the NC General Statutes](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/partitions-understanding-north-carolina-partition-law-under-chapter-46a-of-the-nc-general-statutes/) - Dive into the intricacies of partition actions and their impact on real estate. Expand your knowledge of the legal framework and procedures to effectively navigate partition cases. This presentation dovetails seamlessly with the subsequent session on judicial sales, highlighting how these processes intersect and affect property rights.
- [Judicial Sales: Navigating Chapter 1, Article 29A of the NC General Statutes](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/judicial-sales-navigating-chapter-1-article-29a-of-the-nc-general-statutes/) - Explore the procedures and legal requirements for sales out of estates, incompetents, minors and other special proceedings. Learn how judicial sales intersect with partition actions and enhance your understanding of these complex processes. Receive practical guidance and expert knowledge to help you effectively manage judicial sales in your practice.
- [2024 Real Property Case Updates](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-real-property-case-updates/) - Review recent decisions from the NC Supreme Court and the NC Court of Appeals, as well as other significant case law updates. Discover how these rulings impact real estate practices and legal strategies. Stay informed with the latest developments and enhance your practice with expert analysis and practical implications of recent case law.
- [Churches and Nonprofits: Navigating Legal Complexities](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/churches-and-nonprofits-navigating-legal-complexities/) - Examine the unique aspects of church sales and nonprofit transactions, including the Attorney General's jurisdiction, authorization incumbency, church hierarchy and authority issues. Gain valuable insights into the legal requirements and best practices for managing these specialized transactions. Enhance your practice with practical guidance and expert knowledge of the legal intricacies affecting churches and nonprofits.
- [Simplifying Scheduling for Better Project Outcomes](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/simplifying-scheduling-for-better-project-outcomes/) - Explore critical path scheduling from the view of an expert and discuss the concepts of disruption, acceleration, and measured mile analyses.
- [The Art and Science of Dispute Resolution: Winning Your Construction Case (2024 NC/SC Joint Construction Law CLE)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-art-and-science-of-dispute-resolution-winning-your-construction-case-2024-nc-sc-joint-construction-law-cle/) - Construction law professionals from across the Carolinas explore the art and science of resolving construction disputes. Seasoned arbitrators and mediators, skilled experts, and knowledgeable practitioners share what they have learned from experience and explain their approach to a variety of practical issues that are frequently encountered in construction litigation and arbitration. Sharpen your skills and
- [Insurance Coverage Issues: Additional Insured in Construction Agreements](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/insurance-coverage-issues-additional-insured-in-construction-agreements/) - This panel explores important insurance coverage issues, including recent developments regarding additional insured coverage.
- [A View From the Arbitrator's Bench: Best Practices in Construction Arbitration](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/a-view-from-the-arbitrators-bench-best-practices-in-construction-arbitration/) - Experienced arbitrators share what they consider to be best practices in construction arbitration and explore best practices for creating efficiency in arbitration, as opposed to litigation.
- [Estate Planning "Friend" in Family Law: All About Trusts!](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/estate-planning-friend-in-family-law-all-about-trusts/) - This session is all about trusts. Learn about revocable and irrevocable trusts, decanting, transferring assets in and out of trusts upon separation, trust protectors, and more.
- [Family Law Phone-A-Friend: Business Entity Issues](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/family-law-phone-a-friend-business-entity-issues/) - Explore issues we face in our practice related to corporate structures and governing documents, the impact of governing documents on valuation and distribution, joinder/non-joinder issues, distribution, and securing the distributive award.
- [Guidance from a Real Estate "Friend": When Family Law Matters Intersect with Real Estate](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/guidance-from-a-real-estate-friend-when-family-law-matters-intersect-with-real-estate/) - Learn about deeds, commercial property appraisal, extracting real estate from LLCs, and real estate investment trusts (REITs).
- [Advanced Topics in Real Property (2024 Real Property Specialization CLE)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/advanced-topics-in-real-property-2024-real-property-specialization-cle/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [AI and Machine Learning Impacts on the Real Estate Industry](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ai-and-machine-learning-impacts-on-the-real-estate-industry/) - Explore how AI and machine learning technologies are revolutionizing real estate practices. Learn about the latest trends, tools and applications that can enhance decision-making and efficiency in your practice. Enhance your knowledge with practical examples and expert perspectives on the future of real estate.
- [Advanced Topics in Real Property (2024 Real Property Specialization CLE)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/advanced-topics-in-real-property-2024-real-property-specialization-cle-2/) - This program is designed for seasoned real property practitioners, focusing on key topics essential to preparing for the specialization exam. It offers valuable insights into commercial endorsements, the impacts of AI and machine learning on real estate, and North Carolina partition law. Learn the intricacies of judicial sales, explore the legal complexities of church and
- [Top 10 Commercial Title Insurance Endorsements](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/top-10-commercial-title-insurance-endorsements/) - Delve into the essential endorsements every commercial real estate attorney should know. Gain valuable insights on how to better protect your clients’ interests and navigate complex transactions with confidence. Enhance your practice with practical tips and real-world examples from experienced professionals in the field.
- [Phone-A-Friend (2024 Family Law Fall CLE Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/phone-a-friend-2024-family-law-fall-cle-program/) - Oftentimes, our family law cases reach into other areas of the law, and we need to "phone a friend" for help in advising our clients and concluding our cases. This program explores the different practice areas when there is a crossover with our family law cases. Hear from experts in trust and estate, tax, real
- [Education Law "Friend" in Family Law: When Custody Disputes Reach the School House Door](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/education-law-friend-in-family-law-when-custody-disputes-reach-the-school-house-door/) - Custody disputes are frequently (and inappropriately) litigated at the school house door. Typically, parents are no longer represented when educational disputes arise, so it is important that the far-reaching consequences are considered on the front end. This session addresses multiple times important considerations for family law attorneys when drafting custody orders. We focus on custody
- [Phoning a Criminal Law "Friend": The Intersection of Family and Criminal Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/phoning-a-criminal-law-friend-the-intersection-of-family-and-criminal-law/) - What happens when kids get in trouble or there are DVPO violations? What about pornography? Learn when clients should testify and when they should plead the Fifth Amendment. Lastly, hear about background check issues, white-collar crime, fraudulent transfer/restitution issues and criminal contempt.
- [Hardwired: What Our Experiences Can Teach Us About Managing Stress and Anxiety](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/hardwired-what-our-experiences-can-teach-us-about-managing-stress-and-anxiety-3/) - Hear from Coleman Cowan – attorney, mentor and award-winning former 60 Minutes producer – as he speaks on what experiences can teach us about managing stress and anxiety.
- [Phoning a Special Proceedings "Friend" in Family Law: Guardianships, Civil Judgments and More!](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/phoning-a-special-proceedings-friend-in-family-law-guardianships-civil-judgments-and-more/) - In this session, explore guardianship issues, collection on judgments, partition proceedings, and what happens when CPS knocks on your door.
- [Phone-A-Friend (2024 Family Law Fall CLE Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/phone-a-friend-2024-family-law-fall-cle-program-2/) - Previously recorded CLE programs that are streamed online | Starting August 1, 2020 are taxable.
- [Phoning a Tax "Friend" in Family Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/phoning-a-tax-friend-in-family-law/) - Learn about innocent spouse relief, how to obtain copies of tax returns/tax transcripts from the IRS, repercussions or options if clients have not filed their taxes, and how to calculate capital gains. Also learn about amending returns, reporting tax fraud, Section 1031 exchanges, and when transfers of property in divorces may be taxable.
- [Lights, Camera, Industry Shutdown! Key Takeaways From the 2023 Guild Negotiations](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/lights-camera-industry-shutdown-key-takeaways-from-the-2023-guild-negotiations/) - Join us as we discuss the historic 2023 strikes of both the WGA and SAG-AFTRA — the longest strike in SAG-AFTRA history at 118 days — resulting from the tumultuous negotiations of the Film & Television Collective Bargaining Agreements of all three major entertainment unions with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP).
- [Employment 101 for Entertainment Legal Professionals](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/employment-101-for-entertainment-legal-professionals/) - Dive into everything from worker classification and multistate production challenges to the intricacies of work-related contracts, including confidentiality provisions and work-for-hire terms, as our speaker gives us the down and dirty in this employment law 101 for entertainment. We also tackle compliance with wage and hour laws, equal employment opportunity (EEO) policies, and diversity, equity
- [PwC's 2024 Global Economic Crime Survey: Meeting Tomorrow's Challenges, Embracing Risk Intelligently](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/pwcs-2024-global-economic-crime-survey-meeting-tomorrows-challenges-embracing-risk-intelligently-2/) - This program covers the major themes of PwC's recently published Global Economic Crime Survey (GECS) and the legal implications for corporations with international operations. The 2024 edition of the GECS focuses on five risk areas: fraud, corruption, supply chain risk, export controls and sanctions. The survey report reflects findings from nearly 2,500 companies across 60+
- [Don't Sue Me! A Family Attorney's Guide to Retirement Accounts](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/dont-sue-me-a-family-attorneys-guide-to-retirement-accounts-2/) - In this program, the speaker reviews case studies and real stories of property settlements with errors, sometimes disastrous, due to a lack of understanding of retirement accounts. This one-hour presentation includes information on qualified plans (those that meet the requirements of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act), nonqualified plans (commercial annuities) and tax-advantaged plans (IRAs).
- [The Power of Storytelling](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-power-of-storytelling-2/) - Psychological research consistently finds that storytelling is the most effective persuasive tactic. This program discusses how our brains are wired, why storytelling can be so impactful, and how storytelling can be implemented in your legal case. We also examine practical strategies for integrating storytelling techniques into legal arguments to enhance persuasiveness and effectiveness in the
- [Consumer Protection and the FTC: A Look at 2024 and Beyond](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/consumer-protection-and-the-ftc-a-look-at-2024-and-beyond-2/) - Amid rapid technological changes, heightened individual awareness of privacy concerns, and an expanding regulatory focus on consumer protection, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has become a focal point of enforcement activity and public attention. In this Expert Series, attorneys Erin Illman and Daniel Wilkes discuss the FTC's consumer protection mission and legal framework, as well
- [Integrating AI in Law: Ethical Dilemmas, Bias and Data Privacy Concerns](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/integrating-ai-in-law-ethical-dilemmas-bias-and-data-privacy-concerns-2/) - In this Expert Series, attorneys Diane Littlejohn and Cedric Pickett explore the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on privacy and the legal profession. This session examines the ethical challenges, potential biases and critical data privacy issues associated with AI implementation in the legal practice. Attendees gain insights into strategies for mitigating risks and ensuring responsible
- [What Lawyers Need to Know About Artificial Intelligence](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/what-lawyers-need-to-know-about-artificial-intelligence-3/) - Artificial intelligence has been a very hot topic since ChatGPT became publicly available, followed by a swarm of AI-enabled products. Lawyers need to understand how generative artificial intelligence will impact their lives and practices, as well as their clients and their clients' lives and businesses. This session describes how the technology works in plain language,
- [2024 Estate Planning State Legislative Updates](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-estate-planning-state-legislative-updates/) - Hear an overview of recently enacted North Carolina statutory provisions.
- [2024 Update on Corporate Transparency Act and FinCEN Rules](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-update-on-corporate-transparency-act-and-fincen-rules/) - This session provides an update on the Corporate Transparency Act and the associated FinCEN reporting requirement that became effective January 1, 2024.
- [Business Appraisals 101: Handling Entity Valuations and Select Issues](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/business-appraisals-101-handling-entity-valuations-and-select-issues/) - During this session, the speakers discuss working with appraisers, what to look for and where to look for it, and appraisal disasters and success stories. The presentation explores how to work with the entity/business appraiser and steps throughout the appraisal process, providing practical guidance and understanding from both the lawyer’s side and the appraiser's side
- [45th Annual Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/45th-annual-estate-planning-fiduciary-law-program-2/) - Previously recorded CLE programs that are streamed online | Starting August 1, 2020 are taxable.
- [Labor and Employment Law in the Motion Picture and Television Industries (2024 Sports & Entertainment Law Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/labor-and-employment-law-in-the-motion-picture-and-television-industries-2024-sports-entertainment-law-section-program-2/) - While every sector of the workforce deals with labor and employment law issues, this area of law in the motion picture and television industries presents several unique and industry-specific challenges and concerns — and it even has its own lingo! In the summer of 2023, the motion picture and television industries came to a practical
- [Labor and Employment Law in the Motion Picture and Television Industries (2024 Sports & Entertainment Law Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/labor-and-employment-law-in-the-motion-picture-and-television-industries-2024-sports-entertainment-law-section-program-3/) - Previously recorded CLE programs that are streamed online | Starting August 1, 2020 are taxable.
- [23rd Annual North Carolina Tax Section Workshop](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/23rd-annual-north-carolina-tax-section-workshop-3/) - Previously recorded CLE programs that are streamed online | Starting August 1, 2020 are taxable.
- [Representing Clients With Diminishing Capacity and Elder Financial Abuse: What Estate Planners Need to Know](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/representing-clients-with-diminishing-capacity-and-elder-financial-abuse-what-estate-planners-need-to-know/) - The nest eggs of America's elders are in the crosshairs of scammers and fraudsters who target elders, particularly women, due to the frailties and vulnerabilities that often accompany aging. As estate planners, we all will be called upon to help address the issues of those individuals whose capacity is diminishing. This session helps estate planners
- [45th Annual Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/45th-annual-estate-planning-fiduciary-law-program/) - This program covers significant estate planning, estate administration and tax issues. Designed to benefit both new and experienced lawyers alike, attendees learn practical tips and gain insight to help you navigate challenges and opportunities in the current environment.
- [How Collaborative Law Can Successfully Resolve Trust and Estate Disputes](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/how-collaborative-law-can-successfully-resolve-trust-and-estate-disputes/) - A majority of trust and estate disputes involve inter-family conflict. A collaborative law approach has successfully resolved inter-family conflict in the context of divorce and child custody disputes. The same interest-based collaborative law approach to these family disputes is an excellent alternative to the necessarily divisive nature of a rights-based litigation approach. The NC Collaborative
- [The Business of Family in Estate Planning](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-business-of-family-in-estate-planning/) - There are more than 5 million family businesses in the United States. As a general rule, family businesses outperform nonfamily businesses, are more values-driven, and tend to hold on to employees during difficult economic times. That said, family businesses also face unique and difficult challenges. This presentation focuses on how advisors can help family businesses
- [Not Your Grandfather's Private Foundation: Leveraging Foundation Resources Beyond Traditional Grantmaking](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/not-your-grandfathers-private-foundation-leveraging-foundation-resources-beyond-traditional-grantmaking/) - This session explores the many ways that a private foundation can engage in philanthropic endeavors and deploy its resources to have a meaningful impact beyond traditional grantmaking activities. Within the context of the federal tax rules that apply to private foundations, we address the use of investment strategies (including program-related and mission-related investments), the use
- [2024 Estate Planning Recent Developments](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-estate-planning-recent-developments/) - Review recent federal statutory developments and cases involving trust, estate, gift and income tax matters and North Carolina case law.
- [A Most Taxing Profession: Navigating Stress in Your Practice and in Your Life](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/a-most-taxing-profession-navigating-stress-in-your-practice-and-in-your-life/) - This session examines the stressful challenges lawyers face in our profession and personal lives and explores strategies for not just surviving but thriving. Judge Inman uses an anonymous polling system to engage the audience in discussion about how lawyers can respond to stressful circumstances, even if they can't control them, and how to identify small
- [2024 North Carolina State Tax Case Law Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-north-carolina-state-tax-case-law-update/) - Hear a discussion of recent decisions from the North Carolina Office of Administrative Hearings, the North Carolina Business Court and the North Carolina Supreme Court relating to North Carolina tax law. This update includes opinions involving disputes in sales and use tax, corporate tax, franchise tax, and individual income tax.
- [Tackling the To-Do List: Task and Project Management](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/tackling-the-to-do-list-task-and-project-management/) - Are you looking for a way to effectively stay on top of tasks for you or your team? Do you need to delegate, supervise, and stay current on projects whether you are in the office or working remotely? Do forgotten or overdue tasks wake you up at night? Keeping a task list with assignments and
- [The Income Tax and Estate Tax Benefits for Encumbered Real Estate With Negative Capital Accounts Using the Preferred Partnership](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-income-tax-and-estate-tax-benefits-for-encumbered-real-estate-with-negative-capital-accounts-using-the-preferred-partnership/) - The preferred partnership is used to obtain both an income tax-free step-up in basis at death for the preferred partnership interest included in the decedent's gross estate and an estate freeze by disposing of the common partnership interest that is allocated the appreciation in the value of the partnership's assets. The step-up in basis at
- [Code Section 409A and You: Common Pitfalls and Traps for the Unwary](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/code-section-409a-and-you-common-pitfalls-and-traps-for-the-unwary/) - This session begins with a primer on Code Section 409A and its applicable exceptions, as well as the consequences for violating Section 409A, before focusing on common pitfalls that can result in the inadvertent application (and violation) of Section 409A.
- [Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) in College Sports: Current Developments and Tax Implications](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/name-image-and-likeness-nil-in-college-sports-current-developments-and-tax-implications/) - During this session, we discuss the tax-exempt status of NIL collectives after recent IRS guidance which concludes that an organization that develops paid NIL opportunities for student athletes will not, in many cases, qualify for exempt status. We explore taxpayer reliance on prior favorable IRS determination letters, strategies for advising tax-exempt clients in this ever-evolving
- [Current Trends in IRS Enforcement](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/current-trends-in-irs-enforcement/) - In August 2022, the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) committed significant resources to IRS enforcement. We review the IRS's stated enforcement goals following the IRA and the IRS's progress in meeting those goals. In addition, we highlight less-obvious trends reflected in recent administrative actions and judicial proceedings.
- [North Carolina Real Estate Attorney's Toolkit: Maintaining and Expanding (2024 Real Property Section Annual Meeting)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/north-carolina-real-estate-attorneys-toolkit-maintaining-and-expanding-2024-real-property-section-annual-meeting-2/) - Join us in learning about current issues that affect your practice of real property law. This program discusses a wide variety of topics, including the effects of tenant bankruptcy on landlords, basics of the condemnation process and key practice pointers for real estate transactions, identification and avoidance of common due diligence pitfalls, formation and management
- [North Carolina Real Estate Attorney's Toolkit: Maintaining and Expanding (2024 Real Property Section Annual Meeting)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/north-carolina-real-estate-attorneys-toolkit-maintaining-and-expanding-2024-real-property-section-annual-meeting-3/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Condemnation 101: A Practical Overview of Eminent Domain Law and Procedure](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/condemnation-101-a-practical-overview-of-eminent-domain-law-and-procedure/) - Governmental takings are commonplace, and every real estate attorney should have a working knowledge of condemnation law and procedure to represent their clients effectively. This session includes a basic overview of procedural and substantive condemnation law, a discussion of the condemnation process from pre-condemnation planning through litigation, strategic tips to help you analyze how a
- [Tenant Bankruptcy](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/tenant-bankruptcy/) - With increased financial distress in the marketplace and a corresponding rise in bankruptcy filings nationwide, commercial landlords are facing heightened risk that their tenants may file for bankruptcy. This can alter the landlord/tenant relationship in significant and often unforeseen ways, especially if the bankrupt tenant wishes to remain in possession of the leased premises or
- [2024 Recent Federal Income Tax Developments](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-recent-federal-income-tax-developments/) - This session highlights significant changes affecting taxpayers and advisors over the past 12 months, addressing selected court decisions, rulings, and statutory and regulatory developments.
- [23rd Annual North Carolina Tax Section Workshop](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/23rd-annual-north-carolina-tax-section-workshop-2/) - Are you ready to dive into the latest tax law updates and strategies to enhance your practice? Join us for an in-depth analysis and discussion of federal, state, and local tax laws, policies, procedures and practices. In addition to key legal insights, attendees also explore technology options (including some you may already have!) for managing
- [Multistate SALT 2024 Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/multistate-salt-2024-update/) - This session focuses on significant recent state and local tax decisions from the United States Supreme Court and state courts around the country other than North Carolina.
- [Cannabis Law in North Carolina](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/cannabis-law-in-north-carolina-2/) - Ward and Smith PA attorneys Allen Trask and Tyler Russell lead an in-depth discussion on legal, regulatory and practical issues all North Carolina lawyers should know when working with cannabis-related clients or client matters.
- [Next-Level Skills for Today's Paralegal (2024 NCBA Paralegal Division Annual Meeting)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/next-level-skills-for-todays-paralegal-2024-ncba-paralegal-division-annual-meeting-3/) - Previously recorded CLE programs that are streamed online | Starting August 1, 2020 are taxable.
- [Paralegal Ethics: Attorney-Client Relationships, Rules of Professional Conduct and the Attorney-Paralegal Relationship](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/paralegal-ethics-attorney-client-relationships-rules-of-professional-conduct-and-the-attorney-paralegal-relationship/) - Examine attorney-client relationships and the rules of professional conduct, including rules related to diligence, communication with clients, confidentiality, conflict of interest, and clients with diminished capacity. The session also discusses the attorney-paralegal relationship and best practices.
- [Due Diligence Pitfalls: Did You Kick All of the Tires?](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/due-diligence-pitfalls-did-you-kick-all-of-the-tires/) - With the transaction costs rising in commercial real estate deals, a buyer may be tempted to forego a comprehensive approach to performing due diligence on subject property. This presentation discusses the potential pitfalls of doing so and provides insight into the "why" behind the types of due diligence recommended in the standard commercial real estate
- [2024 Real Property Legislative Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-real-property-legislative-update/) - Hear a recap of the 2023 legislative session, highlighting considered and enacted bills of interest to real estate practitioners. Then preview the 2024 legislative session.
- [Real Estate Fund Formation and Management](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/real-estate-fund-formation-and-management/) - Real estate is an attractive investment strategy for numerous sponsors, investment managers, and investors globally. This session discusses the structuring, formation and operation of U.S. and international real estate funds as well as the construction, financing, operation, leasing and use of these assets. We cover issues around tax, marketing and regulatory requirements arising from real
- [2024 Real Property Case Law Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-real-property-case-law-update/) - Review notable cases to come out of the various higher courts of the state. Run through the facts, how the courts interpreted the law and what it means for your practice.
- [Federal Income Taxation of Trusts](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/federal-income-taxation-of-trusts/) - Never before has the income taxation of trusts been more important to the advanced estate planner. Dive into the taxation of grantor and non-grantor trusts in a world where income tax planning is often more pertinent than transfer tax planning.
- [Empowering Paralegals: Harnessing AI for Legal Excellence](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/empowering-paralegals-harnessing-ai-for-legal-excellence/) - This session discusses understanding AI and how it can be used in various aspects of the legal community. Explore ways in which AI-based tools can be used to enhance the efficiency and quality of legal services.
- [Data Privacy for Paralegals](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/data-privacy-for-paralegals/) - Explore the critical intersection of cybersecurity and user compliance in law firms. This session delves into the nuanced challenges faced by legal professionals, emphasizing the risks associated with phishing, unauthorized access, and data mishandling. By highlighting compliance practices such as robust training, secure communication protocols, and regular audits, the presentation underscores the imperative for a
- [Future-Proofing the Paralegal Profession: 10 Critical Tips to Managing the New Generation of Law Firms](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/future-proofing-the-paralegal-profession-10-critical-tips-to-managing-the-new-generation-of-law-firms/) - Hear about tricks and tools used to manage law firms in this new generation of AI and social media. The speaker also shares ways to efficiently avoid wasting time and resources to perform legal services.
- [Records Management and Retention for Paralegals](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/records-management-and-retention-for-paralegals/) - During this session, we consider ways to enhance efficiencies for automation of retention and disposition as it relates to record management. We look at tools and techniques, policies and practical ways to make records retention a reality, without deciding just to keep everything forever.
- [Next-Level Skills for Today's Paralegal (2024 NCBA Paralegal Division Annual Meeting)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/next-level-skills-for-todays-paralegal-2024-ncba-paralegal-division-annual-meeting-2/) - Designed to assist the paralegal with expanding their skill set and to provide avenues for growth, this program discusses tips, tools and best practices for enhancing the efficiency and quality of legal services. Join us as we explore the use and impact of AI in various aspects of the legal community and the importance of
- [Trademark Law for Paralegals](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/trademark-law-for-paralegals/) - Review updates and trends in trademark law, as well as key issues to watch for, including current Supreme Court cases, the intersection of copyright and AI, NFTs, and recent legislation.
- [The Evolution of the SECURE Act](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-evolution-of-the-secure-act/) - In late 2019, the SECURE Act drastically altered the required minimum distribution rules for retirement accounts. In 2022, the IRS issued proposed Regulations, and SECURE 2.0 was enacted into law. We discuss how the 2022 developments clarified and changed the required minimum distribution rules, particularly as they impact beneficiaries of retirement accounts.
- [2024 Advanced Estate Planning and Fiduciary Law Survey Course](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-advanced-estate-planning-and-fiduciary-law-survey-course-2/) - Designed as a survey for individuals who practice routinely in the area of estate planning and have several years of prior experience, this program addresses a series of advanced topics, presented by estate planning practitioners. Sharpen your skills in areas such as advising clients on sophisticated tax planning strategies, modifying irrevocable trusts, handling income tax
- [Charitable Giving](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/charitable-giving-5/) - There are many options available to clients with charitable planning goals. However, certain strategies may be affected by the new tax law and the current interest rate environment, and others have been subject to increased IRS scrutiny. Private foundations and donor-advised funds are increasingly popular, but there are potential downsides to each. During this session,
- [LLCs in Estate Planning, Including FinCEN Rules](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/llcs-in-estate-planning-including-fincen-rules-2/) - LLCs are widely used by estate planning attorneys for asset management, gifting and other purposes that are crucial to the success of our client families. Receive an overview of the new FinCEN reporting requirements that will be effective in 2024 and how those requirements may impact estate planning attorneys and their clients. Further, we discuss
- [Refashioning Irrevocable Trusts](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/refashioning-irrevocable-trusts/) - With the adoption of the Uniform Trust Code and the Uniform Trust Decanting Act, irrevocable trusts rarely are truly irrevocable. Review the various statutory provisions that permit the modification of irrevocable trusts and when the provisions may be available for use by the trustee and/or beneficiaries. Then walk through the process for using the applicable
- [Basis Planning](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/basis-planning-2/) - Basis planning is the new black in estate planning. Under the new tax law, very few clients are going to be impacted by transfer taxes. Learn how the higher transfer tax exemption levels provide opportunities for basis planning that clients should be able to expect from advanced estate planners.
- [2024 Advanced Estate Planning and Fiduciary Law Survey Course](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-advanced-estate-planning-and-fiduciary-law-survey-course-3/) - Previously recorded CLE programs that are streamed online | Starting August 1, 2020 are taxable.
- [Uncovering Financial Evidence Without Experts](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/uncovering-financial-evidence-without-experts/) - Learn about the types of financial experts and get tips from an experienced panel on how to know when you need a financial expert, how to find hidden income and assets through discovery, how to deploy AI-assisted technology to compile data for use in settlement negotiations, and how to present and admit financial evidence at
- [Military Disability Retirement Pay and Family Law Issues](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/military-disability-retirement-pay-and-family-law-issues/) - This session discusses family law issues surrounding military disability retired pay. Learn about special issues and considerations that arise with how this retirement benefit is handled for various family law scenarios, from two attorneys in a firm that specializes in military family law matters.
- [The Intersection of Veteran and Military Benefits With Non-VA Practice Areas (2024 Military & Veterans Law Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-intersection-of-veteran-and-military-benefits-with-non-va-practice-areas-2024-military-veterans-law-section-program-3/) - Veterans and military service members come from all walks of life, and therefore have non-military or VA disability legal needs, both during and after service. However, for some legal issues, there are unique benefits and laws available to veterans and service members that are not available to non-veteran civilians dealing with the same legal issue.
- [The Intersection of Veteran and Military Benefits With Non-VA Practice Areas (2024 Military & Veterans Law Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-intersection-of-veteran-and-military-benefits-with-non-va-practice-areas-2024-military-veterans-law-section-program-4/) - Previously recorded CLE programs that are streamed online | Starting August 1, 2020 are taxable.
- [Dependency and Indemnity (DIC) Benefits and Accrued Benefits](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/dependency-and-indemnity-dic-benefits-and-accrued-benefits/) - When a veteran passes away, there are potential benefits available from the VA for a veteran's surviving spouse. The surviving spouse may also continue any active claims or appeals for VA benefits that were pending at the time of the veteran's passing. This session discusses these options in detail.
- [How Incarceration Affects Eligibility for VA Benefits and Using the Information for Sentencing](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/how-incarceration-affects-eligibility-for-va-benefits-and-using-the-information-for-sentencing/) - When a veteran is sentenced to 61 days or more in prison, their VA benefits will be reduced. This leads to further hardship for the veteran and worsened outcomes overall. Learn the specifics of these penalties and how to use this knowledge to advocate for a veteran facing sentencing.
- [Name Changes for LGBTQ+ Clients: Cultural and Subject Matter Competency](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/name-changes-for-lgbtq-clients-cultural-and-subject-matter-competency-2/) - This CLE provides attendees with both legal instruction and guidance so that they may assist LGBTQ+ clients in completing name-change proceedings in North Carolina courts. Additionally, presenters train attendees in cultural competency and ethics issues applicable to the LGBTQ+ community.
- [Advocacy Reimagined: Uncovering Evidence Without Experts in the Age of AI (2024 Family Law Section Spring Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/advocacy-reimagined-uncovering-evidence-without-experts-in-the-age-of-ai-2024-family-law-section-spring-program-2/) - Join us for a program designed to help you streamline your family law practice. Learn how to know when you need an expert witness in a financial or custody case and how to seek, obtain and admit evidence at trial without experts. We also explore how to ethically deploy artificial intelligence (AI) and maximize your
- [Harnessing the Power of AI: A Practical Guide for Family Lawyers](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/harnessing-the-power-of-ai-a-practical-guide-for-family-lawyers/) - Take an in-depth look at how the latest AI technology can augment the work of family lawyers. Our special guest speaker provides hands-on experience with ChatGPT, Claude and others to demonstrate how these large language models can streamline workflows. Attendees leave with sample prompts and practical tips to immediately apply in their practice to save
- [2024 Family Case Law Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-family-case-law-update/) - In this session, our presenters provide an overview of new and important North Carolina appellate decisions from the past year affecting the areas of child custody, child support, domestic violence, equitable distribution, alimony, marital contracts, alienation of affection/criminal conversation and more.
- [Family Law Ethics in AI](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/family-law-ethics-in-ai/) - In this session, our special guest speaker reviews best practices for using AI ethically and effectively in your family law practice, as well as how to avoid potential pitfalls.
- [Tips Today You Can Use Tomorrow](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/tips-today-you-can-use-tomorrow-2/) - This CLE/CPM program is designed to give everyone actionable and tactical information that they can put to use immediately. What is a tip? For instance: Type =lorem(#,#) and hit in a Word document to add placeholder text by several paragraphs and number of sentences. Handy for templates! Or, right-click on an address in Outlook to
- [Prepare for Practice Success: How to Manage Your Workload and Tips Today You Can Use Tomorrow](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/prepare-for-practice-success-how-to-manage-your-workload-and-tips-today-you-can-use-tomorrow/) - CLE publications that are delivered electronically | Taxable
- [Appeals of Estate Matters From the Clerk of Superior Court](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/appeals-of-estate-matters-from-the-clerk-of-superior-court-2/) - This program is for estate administration practitioners who try cases and hearings before the clerk of superior court. The program covers the different kinds of estate matters that appear before a clerk, the ways these matters are appealed, and recent changes in statute and case law.
- [Advocacy Reimagined: Uncovering Evidence Without Experts in the Age of AI (2024 Family Law Section Spring Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/advocacy-reimagined-uncovering-evidence-without-experts-in-the-age-of-ai-2024-family-law-section-spring-program/) - Previously recorded CLE programs that are streamed online | Starting August 1, 2020 are taxable.
- [Evidence Without Experts in Custody Cases](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/evidence-without-experts-in-custody-cases/) - In this session, hear from a child and family psychologist about differences between mental health professionals serving in the roles of treating "fact witness" and "expert witness" in child custody cases. Other topics include emerging patterns, including the ethics associated with mental health professionals requiring payment of a retainer prior to trial to secure their
- [Educational Decision-Making for Children Experiencing Foster Care](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/educational-decision-making-for-children-experiencing-foster-care-2/) - Children experiencing foster care encounter significant obstacles in accessing their education, including frequent school changes, enrollment delays, missing credits, unreliable access to appropriate support services, and inconsistent identification for early intervention and special education services. Confusion over educational decision-making authority compounds these challenges, resulting at times in delayed, or nonexistent, education advocacy on their behalf.
- [2024 NC Health Law Regulatory/Litigation Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-nc-health-law-regulatory-litigation-update/) - Receive a comprehensive update on the current landscape of health law litigation and regulatory matters addressing key trends and challenges in the legal realm. Covering recent cases, regulatory developments and emerging issues in North Carolina, the session aims to equip you with a nuanced understanding of the legal dynamics affecting the health care sector. From
- [You Can't Stop the Inevitable, So Now What? Tabletop Breach Simulation to Test Your Readiness](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/you-cant-stop-the-inevitable-so-now-what-tabletop-breach-simulation-to-test-your-readiness/) - This session includes an interactive breach simulation for audience members to role-play and participate in responding to a health care cyber incident. Panelists lead the exercise while also providing practical tips to mitigate risk and plan for unexpected twists that may not be addressed in an incident response playbook. Participants learn how to better prepare
- [The Use of Artificial Intelligence in Health Care](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-use-of-artificial-intelligence-in-health-care/) - Artificial intelligence (AI) holds the extraordinary potential to help solve urgent challenges related to health care, but uninformed and irresponsible use can expose health care providers to significant risk. This session provides an explanation of how AI works, along with examples of current AI use cases in the health care context. We also explore the
- [Professional Responsibility and Technology Competence in a New World](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/professional-responsibility-and-technology-competence-in-a-new-world/) - This session explores the impact of evolving technology on ethics obligations in legal practice. Comptency, confidentiality, duties to supervise, duties to potential/current/former clients, and other rules of professional conduct help frame how law firms choose and implement technology in their law practice. We also look at ethics opinions that help law firms consider hypotheticals on
- [Keeping a Finger on the Pulse (2024 Health Law Section Annual Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/keeping-a-finger-on-the-pulse-2024-health-law-section-annual-program-2/) - Previously recorded CLE programs that are streamed online | Starting August 1, 2020 are taxable.
- [How to Manage Your Workload – Time, Task, Email and Distraction Management for Lawyers](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/how-to-manage-your-workload-time-task-email-and-distraction-management-for-lawyers-2/) - Is technology serving you, or are you a servant to technology? Today, lawyers are constantly distracted by legal technology, connectivity, electronic case information, discovery, and information overload with email, instant messaging, social media, phone calls, interruptions and more. Lawyers switch tasks on their computers nearly 600 times a day. We are drowning in technology-based interruptions!
- [Navigating Zoning Administrative Approvals](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/navigating-zoning-administrative-approvals/) - This session explores a host of issues that frequently arise in administrative zoning approvals and provides practical guidance on how to successfully navigate and overcome those issues.
- [In Search of Certiorari: Judicial Review of Zoning Decisions](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/in-search-of-certiorari-judicial-review-of-zoning-decisions/) - In this session, learn some suggested "best practices" for addressing all facets of judicial review of zoning decisions.
- [Zoning Law and the Attorney-Client Privilege](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/zoning-law-and-the-attorney-client-privilege-2/) - Zoning cases regularly require the involvement of non-client, non-attorney professionals to assist in the approvals process. Explore ethical considerations to better protect the attorney-client privilege.
- [Quasi-Judicial Roundtable](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/quasi-judicial-roundtable/) - Enjoy an open discussion about the legal framework for boards making quasi-judicial decisions, effective advocacy in quasi-judicial hearings, and much more.
- [From City Hall to the Courthouse: Navigating Quasi-Judicial and Administrative Decisions (2024 Zoning, Planning & Land Use Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/from-city-hall-to-the-courthouse-navigating-quasi-judicial-and-administrative-decisions-2024-zoning-planning-land-use-section-program-2/) - Previously recorded CLE programs that are streamed online | Starting August 1, 2020 are taxable.
- [Health Care Consolidation and Antitrust Developments](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/health-care-consolidation-and-antitrust-developments/) - This session examines recent shifts in governmental approaches to competition in the health care sector, including active and proposed changes to longstanding guidance and legal norms. Our panelists tap into their diverse experience to explore these developments, including a rare opportunity to hear from seasoned government and private antitrust practitioners.
- [Keeping a Finger on the Pulse (2024 Health Law Section Annual Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/keeping-a-finger-on-the-pulse-2024-health-law-section-annual-program/) - Health care continues to evolve rapidly across the United States and here in North Carolina. Keeping with tradition, this year's NCBA Health Law Section annual CLE is designed to capture the most important new developments, especially those making the biggest impact in North Carolina. There is perhaps no greater disruptor across the health care sector
- [Employment Law: Significant Issues and Implications for Educational Institutions](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/employment-law-significant-issues-and-implications-for-educational-institutions/) - During this session, panelists discuss some of the significant issues in employment law and consider implications for K-12 schools and institutions of higher education. They also offer attendees practical advice for navigating common scenarios (and conundrums) faced by clients.
- [A Balancing Act: Ethical Considerations for Attorneys Representing Governmental Entities](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/a-balancing-act-ethical-considerations-for-attorneys-representing-governmental-entities/) - Receive practical guidance on how to balance client interests and uphold our professional responsibilities and duties when the client is a state or local government entity.
- [The Parents Bill of Rights](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-parents-bill-of-rights/) - Hear about the Parents' Bill of Rights and its implications for educational institutions in North Carolina.
- [2024 Education Case Law Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-education-case-law-update/) - A welcome Education Law program constant, the case law update! Find out about recent decisions that are shaping this brave new world in which we practice.
- [2024 Education Law Section Annual Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-education-law-section-annual-program-2/) - Previously recorded CLE programs that are streamed online | Starting August 1, 2020 are taxable.
- [From City Hall to the Courthouse: Navigating Quasi-Judicial and Administrative Decisions (2024 Zoning, Planning & Land Use Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/from-city-hall-to-the-courthouse-navigating-quasi-judicial-and-administrative-decisions-2024-zoning-planning-land-use-section-program/) - Although large, legislative projects like rezonings may be more likely to grab local headlines, quasi-judicial and administrative matters continue to receive the lion's share of judicial attention. This year's program focuses on these types of zoning decisions and offers updates, reminders, and a series of "best practices" informed by the recent case law and practical
- [2024 Zoning, Planning and Land Use Case Law and Legislative Update](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-zoning-planning-and-land-use-case-law-and-legislative-update/) - Always the highlight of the annual program, Jim Joyce and Adam Lovelady of the UNC School of Government review major cases and legislation from the past year that impact zoning, planning and land use law.
- [Government Software Contracts Tips and Tricks](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/government-software-contracts-tips-and-tricks/) - The blue-plate special is the stuff of legends and so is a government agency tech contract gone bad due to provisions that are poorly worded or omitted. Learn the basics to avoid that spoiled contract.
- [Unannounced Visits Under SL 2023-134](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/unannounced-visits-under-sl-2023-134/) - A new law allows members and staff of a General Assembly committee to enter any state facility and many local and private-sector facilities. They can ask for information, with a criminal penalty for failing to comply. This session covers what the new law says and some of the questions for government and public sector lawyers
- [Generative AI in the Government and Public Sector Practice](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/generative-ai-in-the-government-and-public-sector-practice/) - Explore what generative AI is, how it could impact both government and public sector attorneys and their clients, and what policies and procedures we need to advise clients about.
- [Fresh Out of the Oven: Hot Takes on Hot Topics (2024 Government & Public Sector Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/fresh-out-of-the-oven-hot-takes-on-hot-topics-2024-government-public-sector-section-program-2/) - Previously recorded CLE programs that are streamed online | Starting August 1, 2020 are taxable.
- [Special Education: Administrative Rule Changes for Due Process Petitions](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/special-education-administrative-rule-changes-for-due-process-petitions/) - Gain insight into potential administrative rule changes for due process petitions filed in the Office of Administrative Hearings.
- [2024 Education Law Section Annual Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-education-law-section-annual-program/) - Education law is a uniquely complex area of practice that is constantly evolving. Education attorneys serve institutions that must balance the challenges of creating an environment that is conducive for student learning while adapting to the ever-changing legal landscape. This program explores several important areas of education law, including the recently enacted Parents Bill of
- [Title IX](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/title-ix/) - Experienced panelists discuss the highly anticipated changes to the federal Title IX regulations, as well as practical implications for K-12 schools and institutions of higher education. Attendees gain a deeper understanding of how attorneys can provide practical support and advice to clients in implementing and complying with Title IX.
- [Enablement Panel: USPTO 2024 Guidance and Where Are We Now?](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/enablement-panel-uspto-2024-guidance-and-where-are-we-now/) - The USPTO published Guidelines for Assessing Enablement in Utility Applications and Patents in View of the Supreme Court Decision in Amgen Inc. et al. v. Sanofi et al. on January 10, 2024. The expert panel discusses the impact of Amgen and the guidance document, and shares insights on navigating a path forward for drafting patent
- [Trademark and Patent Litigation 2024 Year in Review](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/trademark-and-patent-litigation-2024-year-in-review/) - This session reviews the most significant trademark and patent litigation cases over the past year.
- [Emerging Copyright Issues Within the Videogame Space](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/emerging-copyright-issues-within-the-videogame-space/) - The three-dimensional modeling technology that drives videogames is also on the leading edge of emerging new copyright issues that will help shape Web 3.0 and the metaverse. How will users monetize the content they create? What about content created using artificial intelligence? This session focuses on broad issues from the perspective of practitioners with deep
- [Ethical and Responsible Use of AI in Practice Management](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ethical-and-responsible-use-of-ai-in-practice-management/) - Generative artificial intelligence is not a new concept for lawyers, who have been applying some forms of it for a while. However, the recent emergence of many low-cost and accessible tools that can offer various benefits in a short time has changed the landscape. But before lawyers can take advantage of these AI assistants, they
- [Supporting Domestic Violence Survivors Seeking Child Custody (2024 Pro Bono Committee Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/supporting-domestic-violence-survivors-seeking-child-custody-2024-pro-bono-committee-program-2/) - A primary finding of the 2021 North Carolina Civil Legal Needs Assessment was that family law (particularly child custody) is one of the largest areas of need for unrepresented individuals. According to the NC Coalition Against Domestic Violence, 32.5% of women and 30.3% of men will experience domestic violence in their lifetime. To assist in
- [Fresh Out of the Oven: Hot Takes on Hot Topics (2024 Government & Public Sector Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/fresh-out-of-the-oven-hot-takes-on-hot-topics-2024-government-public-sector-section-program/) - It is the NCBA's pleasure to present the menu for a 5-star legal education course! We begin with a lovely appetizer discussing updates to public records laws and fine-dining etiquette for handling requests, a refreshing blend of cases and practices sure to satisfy. To follow, we suggest our hot-potato dish about handling subpoenas without getting
- [What To Do When a Subpoena Lands on Your Desk](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/what-to-do-when-a-subpoena-lands-on-your-desk/) - How do you respond to: An out-of-state subpoena? A discovery subpoena? A subpoena from a case to which your client is not a party? A grand jury subpoena? This session assists you in formulating your responses.
- [Public Records: Changes to the Public Records Act, Recent Cases and Responding to Records Requests](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/public-records-changes-to-the-public-records-act-recent-cases-and-responding-to-records-requests/) - Covered in this session are changes to the Public Records Act, and recent cases, blended with discussion of actual practices in responding to records requests.
- [Inviting a Government Agency to the "Party": Litigation Traps and Pitfalls](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/inviting-a-government-agency-to-the-party-litigation-traps-and-pitfalls/) - Some things are the same as they ever were. Yet when it comes to a government agency as a litigation participant, traps and pitfalls lurk around every corner, making this a perpetual hot topic. Take in the career knowledge and insights of a long-standing former county attorney. These tips and tricks — and mistakes to
- [The Next Horizon of Public Mental Health in NC](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-next-horizon-of-public-mental-health-in-nc/) - Learn where the future of public mental health structures in North Carolina are heading in the days ahead. This session from an industry insider primes you for potential impacts on responsible agencies, Local Management Entities/Managed Care Organizations (LME/MCOs), Medicaid eligibility and delivery, and potential legislative activity coming down the pike.
- [The Interplay of Mental Health Treatment and Placement Quagmires](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-interplay-of-mental-health-treatment-and-placement-quagmires/) - The safe and timely placement of individuals with significant mental health treatment requirements has daily impacts on juveniles and adults alike, along with their health care providers and regulating agencies. Tune in for the experience and insights of a deputy county attorney routinely navigating these waters. Become acquainted with the governing provisions of Chapters 7B
- [2024 Updates From the Rules Review Commission](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-updates-from-the-rules-review-commission/) - The Rules Review Commission (RRC) within the Office of Administrative Hearings continues to regularly review rules and otherwise carry out the mission bestowed upon it by the General Assembly. Join this session to engage with a commissioner and receive updates on the latest coming out of RRC and what lies ahead.
- [Pro Bono Ethics Panel: Fostering Inclusive Innovation Through Intellectual Property Assistance](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/pro-bono-ethics-panel-fostering-inclusive-innovation-through-intellectual-property-assistance/) - As intellectual property attorneys, we know that intellectual property protection is critical to inventors and entrepreneurs. In this session, we review the demographic disparities along the innovation pipeline. (For example, inventors who obtain patents and/or entrepreneurs who secure venture capital do not represent the general demographics with respect to gender, race, ethnicity or economic status.)
- [Artificial Intelligence: Patent Inventorship and Copyright Authorship Considerations in the U.S.](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/artificial-intelligence-patent-inventorship-and-copyright-authorship-considerations-in-the-u-s/) - Artificial Intelligence is at the forefront of today's policy discussions in the United States and other parts of the world. It raises complex questions at the intersection of intellectual property law and technology, including questions on patent inventorship and copyright authorship. Our guest speakers from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, Nalini Mummalaneni and Maryna
- [2024 Intellectual Property Law Section Program](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-intellectual-property-law-section-program-2/) - During this program, explore some of the trending topics and current issues — including artificial intelligence as it relates to inventorship, copyright authorship, and practice management; inclusive innovation; enablement; recent trademark and patent litigation cases; and videogame copyright issues. Join us for an insightful discussion that brings you up to speed on the latest updates
- [Go Ask Tara: Ethical Challenges Facing Mediators](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/go-ask-tara-ethical-challenges-facing-mediators/) - Hear a discussion of key ethical challenges that mediators regularly face, together with the DRC's recommendations and best practices for successfully navigating them within the bounds of the various program rules and the Rules of Professional Conduct Governing Mediators.
- [Trauma-Informed Mediation](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/trauma-informed-mediation/) - This session provides an introduction of the key concepts of trauma-informed mediation and training in trauma management strategies to guide participants during mediation.
- [Zoom, Spreadsheets and Technology in Mediation](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/zoom-spreadsheets-and-technology-in-mediation/) - With the social distancing required by COVID, the use of technology to assist in mediation took a quantum leap forward. Online mediation went from prohibited to required and now to the favored method of many mediators and attorneys. The use of computers to conduct the mediation also fostered the use of document sharing and spreadsheets
- [Put Me in Coach! Turn Trauma-Informed Mediation Theory Into Everyday Practice](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/put-me-in-coach-turn-trauma-informed-mediation-theory-into-everyday-practice/) - Through skills development exercises and role plays, mediators of any experience level learn effective trauma management strategies to employ in their next mediation.
- [Mediation Madness: Survive and Advance to a Negotiated Resolution (2024 Dispute Resolution Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/mediation-madness-survive-and-advance-to-a-negotiated-resolution-2024-dispute-resolution-section-program-3/) - Previously recorded CLE programs that are streamed online | Starting August 1, 2020 are taxable.
- [Scorching-Hot Topics for Administrative Law Practitioners (2024 Administrative Law Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/scorching-hot-topics-for-administrative-law-practitioners-2024-administrative-law-section-program-2/) - Previously recorded CLE programs that are streamed online | Starting August 1, 2020 are taxable.
- [The Fate of Chevron Deference](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-fate-of-chevron-deference/) - Twin cases set to be decided in 2024 by the United States Supreme Court have the potential to upend the four-decades-long doctrine of Chevron deference. The special weight afforded by courts to agency interpretations is under siege. Hear from a renowned administrative law scholar and professor what this could mean for you as an administrative
- [Scorching-Hot Topics for Administrative Law Practitioners (2024 Administrative Law Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/scorching-hot-topics-for-administrative-law-practitioners-2024-administrative-law-section-program-3/) - The Administrative Law Section is pleased to bring you a collection of "hot-off-the-press" sessions to focus your attention on what is coming down the road in 2024 and beyond for practitioners of administrative law. Whether representing a government agency or practicing before one, tune in for these scorching updates to assist in staying on top
- [Modern Appellate Practice (2024 Appellate Practice Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/modern-appellate-practice-2024-appellate-practice-section-program-3/) - Previously recorded CLE programs that are streamed online | Starting August 1, 2020 are taxable.
- [A View From the Bench: Crossover Issues in Juvenile Proceedings](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/a-view-from-the-bench-crossover-issues-in-juvenile-proceedings/) - Representing youth and families presents unique challenges, as these cases typically involve multiple systems that have impacted the clients, including juvenile justice, child welfare and education. Learn directly from juvenile court judges about crossover issues related to child welfare, delinquency and education in juvenile proceedings, and hear their advice on how to better advocate for
- [Compassion Fatigue When Representing a Juvenile](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/compassion-fatigue-when-representing-a-juvenile/) - Representation of a minor is inherently different from representation of an adult, as minors typically experience significant trauma and mental health needs that contribute to their justice-system involvement. Attorneys who work with this vulnerable population are at a greater risk for compassion fatigue due to their increased exposure to individuals experiencing trauma and the empathy
- [The Child's Advocate: At the Intersection of Juvenile Justice, Child Welfare and Education (2024 Juvenile Justice & Children's Rights Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-childs-advocate-at-the-intersection-of-juvenile-justice-child-welfare-and-education-2024-juvenile-justice-childrens-rights-section-program-3/) - This annual CLE by the Juvenile Justice & Children's Rights Section is focused on assisting attorneys who represent youth in North Carolina in juvenile delinquency, child welfare, education proceedings, family courts, and other legal or administrative proceedings. The CLE this year has three sessions, concentrating on: (1) recent legislation in the areas of juvenile justice,
- [Panel Discussion: 2024 Juvenile Justice, Child Welfare and Education Law Recent Legislation](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/panel-discussion-2024-juvenile-justice-child-welfare-and-education-law-recent-legislation/) - The recent legislative session enacted several changes impacting juvenile justice, child welfare and education law. The panelists provide an overview of major legislation in each area, moderated by juvenile defender, Eric Zogry.
- [The Child's Advocate: At the Intersection of Juvenile Justice, Child Welfare and Education (2024 Juvenile Justice & Children's Rights Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-childs-advocate-at-the-intersection-of-juvenile-justice-child-welfare-and-education-2024-juvenile-justice-childrens-rights-section-program-4/) - Previously recorded CLE programs that are streamed online | Starting August 1, 2020 are taxable.
- [All About the Benjamin(s): A Panel Discussion on North Carolina Court-Ordered Arbitration](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/all-about-the-benjamins-a-panel-discussion-on-north-carolina-court-ordered-arbitration/) - Listen to a panel discussion concerning the history, practice and effectiveness of North Carolina court-ordered arbitration.
- [Mediation Madness: Survive and Advance to a Negotiated Resolution (2024 Dispute Resolution Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/mediation-madness-survive-and-advance-to-a-negotiated-resolution-2024-dispute-resolution-section-program-2/) - What the heck just happened? As dispute resolution professionals, we often find ourselves scratching our heads in the midst of chaos. It is our job to navigate the quagmires while creating and holding a safe space for all parties to exercise their autonomy throughout the conflict resolution process. This program introduces trauma-informed mediation principles and
- [Ticket to Ride: Obtaining Supreme Court Review](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ticket-to-ride-obtaining-supreme-court-review/) - The North Carolina Supreme Court now effectively only reviews cases in its discretion. Justices Edmunds, Ervin, and Orr discuss how this change affects your practice and how to make your petitions appealing.
- [Don't Let Me Down: Artificial Intelligence and Appeals](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/dont-let-me-down-artificial-intelligence-and-appeals/) - Artificial intelligence promises to revolutionize legal research and analysis, but there are risks. This panel addresses the costs and benefits of using artificial intelligence in appellate practice.
- [A Little Help From My Friends: Effective Amicus Support](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/a-little-help-from-my-friends-effective-amicus-support/) - This panel addresses how to effectively coordinate with amicus organization and ensure amici assist the court in resolving cases.
- [Modern Appellate Practice (2024 Appellate Practice Section Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/modern-appellate-practice-2024-appellate-practice-section-program-2/) - The removal of the right to appeal based on a dissent, the matriculation of Gen Z as clerks, and the rise of artificial intelligence have significantly changed appellate practice. This CLE equips you to use those changes to benefit your clients.
- [Extraordinary Writs and Appellate Motions](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/extraordinary-writs-and-appellate-motions/) - Motions are uncommon and uncommonly powerful in appeals. This panel addresses how to effectively engage in appellate writs and motions practice.
- [From Me to You: Writing for Gen Z](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/from-me-to-you-writing-for-gen-z/) - Many judges' clerks are members of Gen Z. Professor John Korzen explains how to write persuasively to Gen Z.
- [We Can Work It Out: Court-Appointed Appeals](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/we-can-work-it-out-court-appointed-appeals/) - The Office of the Appellate Defender and the Office of Guardian ad Litem Services handle a disproportionate number of North Carolina appeals. Leading members of these offices share their unique experiences and insights.
- [Ten Defenses (Minus One!) in Employment Discrimination Claims](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ten-defenses-minus-one-in-employment-discrimination-claims-2/) - In a discussion that touches on race, religion, sexual harassment and plenty of other controversial topics, employment defense attorneys Faith Alejandro and Josh Rogers explain nine defenses commonly used in employment discrimination claims. The speakers also discuss a recent Supreme Court case that eliminates a once-reliable employment defense in the Fourth Circuit. Further, they use
- [Keeping In-house Counsel Privilege at an Even Keel: Avoiding Privilege Pitfalls and Ethical Issues for In-house Counsel](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/keeping-in-house-counsel-privilege-at-an-even-keel-avoiding-privilege-pitfalls-and-ethical-issues-for-in-house-counsel/) - The United States Supreme Court recently heard arguments on a critical question for protecting in-house attorneys' communications with their clients: When is an in-house lawyer's "dual-purpose" communication — that is, one containing both legal and nonlegal advice — protected by attorney-client privilege? This insightful session explores the law governing attorney-client privilege and work product protections,
- [Green Flags: Smooth Sailing Ahead (2024 Corporate Counsel Section CLE)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/green-flags-smooth-sailing-ahead-2024-corporate-counsel-section-cle/) - Hopefully, you've participated in the Corporate Counsel Section CLE program Red Flags: Navigating the Hurricane. Now it is time to talk about green flags — those proactive steps you can take to help your company experience smooth sailing! (The Red Flags CLE is not a prerequisite.) Being skilled at negotiating, able to anticipate key transactional
- [Navigating Unfriendly Ports and Preventing Mutinies: Improving Interactions, Negotiations and Outcomes With Social Science](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/navigating-unfriendly-ports-and-preventing-mutinies-improving-interactions-negotiations-and-outcomes-with-social-science/) - This session blends social science theories and practical strategies based on the speaker's experience as both deal and litigation counsel. We cover social science literature on interpersonal interaction, decision architecture, and negotiation in a (hopefully) entertaining way. Specifically, we address relevant concepts from Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes are High; Games People Play:
- [Forewarned Is Forearmed: Tax Considerations in M&A for In-House Counsel](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/forewarned-is-forearmed-tax-considerations-in-ma-for-in-house-counsel/) - The session covers taxable and nontaxable asset and stock acquisitions of privately held companies, including C and S corporations, LLCs, and members of a consolidated group of corporations. The discussion includes an introduction to Up-C and deSPAC acquisitions, maximizing the benefits of the Section 1202 exclusion for qualified small business stock (QSBS), and the implications
- [Green Flags: Smooth Sailing Ahead (2024 Corporate Counsel Section CLE)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/green-flags-smooth-sailing-ahead-2024-corporate-counsel-section-cle-2/) - Previously recorded CLE programs that are streamed online | Starting August 1, 2020 are taxable.
- [Premier Pass Attorney 2024-25](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/premier-pass-attorney-2024-25/) - "All-access" pass to CLE programs and discounted publications | Starting August 1, 2020 are taxable.
- [Premier Pass Paralegal 2024-25](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/premier-pass-paralegal-2024-25/) - "All-access" pass to CLE programs and discounted publications | Starting August 1, 2020 are taxable.
- [Adult Protection Multidisciplinary Teams: Difficulties, Progress, Etc.](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/adult-protection-multidisciplinary-teams-difficulties-progress-etc/) - Progress is being made across the state of North Carolina as counties establish multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) of professionals to collaboratively help and support adults in the community who may need protection from abuse, neglect and exploitation. Learn how attorneys can get involved and help establish or support their local MDT.
- [Special Needs Planning and Multi-Generational Money](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/special-needs-planning-and-multi-generational-money/) - Receive an update on recent developments in Special Needs Law, highlighting legislative and policy changes, what's on the horizon and strategies to incorporate special needs planning into your practice.
- [The Registry of Unmet Needs, Also Known as the Waitlist for the NC Innovations Waiver](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-registry-of-unmet-needs-also-known-as-the-waitlist-for-the-nc-innovations-waiver/) - Receive an overview of the Innovations Waiver program and the Community Alternatives Program for Disabled Adults (CAP/DA), including eligibility requirements and how to best assist our clients in qualifying for these programs.
- [Deep Dive Into Annuities / IRAs](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/deep-dive-into-annuities-iras/) - Do you have questions on annuities or IRAs? This session covers how annuities are taxed, how they can and cannot be used, how to utilize them in crisis-planning situations, and strategies for dealing with qualified funds. We discuss when to and not to annuitize your IRA and sound strategies for dealing with IRAs during crisis-planning
- [Planning for Funeral Arrangements: Organ Donation / Funeral Trusts / Cremation Issues](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/planning-for-funeral-arrangements-organ-donation-funeral-trusts-cremation-issues/) - Learn about the legal issues that arise in organ donation, such as who can donate, donation criteria and first-party consent to donation. In addition, this session covers death-related issues with funeral contracts, as well as burial and cremation issues.
- [Deeds, Deeds, Deeds: Real Property and Planning for Long-Term Care Medicaid](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/deeds-deeds-deeds-real-property-and-planning-for-long-term-care-medicaid/) - Learn about the use of tenants in common and joint tenancy with rights of survivorship deeds for Medicaid long-term care planning. This session also highlights the varying treatment of deeds by county Medicaid agencies.
- [28th Annual Elder and Special Needs Law Symposium](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/28th-annual-elder-and-special-needs-law-symposium-2/) - Previously recorded CLE programs that are streamed online | Starting August 1, 2020 are taxable.
- [A Simple Guide to Privacy and Data Security Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/a-simple-guide-to-privacy-and-data-security-law-2/) - In this Expert Series, privacy lawyer Molly Martinson and privacy compliance consultant Matt Meinel define and explain the fundamentals of modern privacy and data security law. The speakers provide a framework for identifying compliance obligations that might apply to your clients and helpful tips on navigating the ever-changing privacy legal landscape.
- [A New Look at Certified Mediation Before Clerks of Superior Court](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/a-new-look-at-certified-mediation-before-clerks-of-superior-court/) - Learn about the benefits of using mediation in guardianship, estate administration, will contest and trust matters. When used appropriately, mediation could lead to less litigation, more family unity, and the use of less restrictive means than the appointment of guardians. This session primarily focuses on mediation in matters within the jurisdiction of the clerk of
- [Tax Law for Regular Legal Practitioners](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/tax-law-for-regular-legal-practitioners/) - Receive an overview of basic tax law issues and address questions that often arise in the elder and special needs law practice. This session focuses on issue spotting in an elder law practice, as well as providing an overview of relevant tax laws and consideration when advising clients.
- [N.C.G.S. 35A 2024 Changes](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/n-c-g-s-35a-2024-changes/) - Review the most recent changes to Chapter 35A of the North Carolina General Statutes including, but not limited to, the definition of "less restrictive alternative," the new Notice of Rights of the Respondent, and changes to the calendar year for annual accountings.
- [Sole Benefit Trusts](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/sole-benefit-trusts/) - Discover the useful tool of sole benefit trusts for elder and special needs beneficiaries.
- [What's New in Elder and Special Needs Law: 2024 Legislative and Case Law Updates](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/whats-new-in-elder-and-special-needs-law-2024-legislative-and-case-law-updates/) - Hear about recent legislative and case law updates that impact the practice of elder and special needs law, covering both federal and North Carolina state changes and updates.
- [The Evolution of the SECURE Act: The Proposed Regulations and SECURE 2.0](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-evolution-of-the-secure-act-the-proposed-regulations-and-secure-2-0/) - In late 2019, the SECURE Act drastically altered the required minimum distribution rules for retirement accounts. In 2022, the IRS issued proposed regulations, and SECURE 2.0 was enacted into law. We discuss how the 2022 developments clarified and changed the required minimum distribution rules, particularly as they impact beneficiaries of retirement accounts.
- [Hospital Ethics Committees and Health Care Documents](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/hospital-ethics-committees-and-health-care-documents/) - Gain insight on the practical use of health care documents by clients with health care providers. Discuss the procedures used by hospital ethics committees in evaluating and honoring health care documents.
- [Employment Settlement Agreements and Releases](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/employment-settlement-agreements-and-releases/) - During this session, the presenters share a basic overview of the main components in a severance/settlement agreement in North Carolina, including Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) language, release language, restrictive covenants, confidentiality, cooperation clauses and reemployment clauses.
- [Introduction to Damages in Employment Claims](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/introduction-to-damages-in-employment-claims/) - Receive an introduction to the common law and statutory damages available in employment claims, including discussions on required proof of damages, mitigation of damages, and defenses.
- [2024 Fundamentals of Employment Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-fundamentals-of-employment-law-3/) - Previously recorded CLE programs that are streamed online | Starting August 1, 2020 are taxable.
- [28th Annual Elder and Special Needs Law Symposium](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/28th-annual-elder-and-special-needs-law-symposium/) - The 28th Annual Elder and Special Needs Law Symposium offers insight from respected elder and special needs law practitioners and aging-service professionals from North Carolina and across the country. This year's program offers a diverse array of topics for all attorneys, whether new to the practice or a seasoned professional.
- [Ethics for the Elder Law Attorney](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ethics-for-the-elder-law-attorney/) - North Carolina State Bar deputy counsel shares insights on the various risks elder and special needs law attorneys often face in their practice. This session focuses on avoiding interactions with the State Bar Grievance Committee and sharing common issues elder law attorneys often face that could result in complaints if not careful.
- [Collaborative Civil Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/collaborative-civil-law/) - This session provides insight into the collaborative law process for civil matters like fiduciary litigation. This process is a streamlined conflict-resolution option that can save time, money and stress.
- [Technology for the Elder Law Attorney](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/technology-for-the-elder-law-attorney/) - Discuss the issues related to the development of firm websites, cloud computing, use of AI tools like ChatGPT, and proper storage of electronic files.
- [Hot Topics in Real Property (2024 Real Property Section Winter Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/hot-topics-in-real-property-2024-real-property-section-winter-program-3/) - Previously recorded CLE programs that are streamed online | Starting August 1, 2020 are taxable.
- [Introduction to Federal Employment Discrimination Laws](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/introduction-to-federal-employment-discrimination-laws-3/) - Learn the fundamentals of the critical federal statutes governing claims of unlawful discrimination in employment based on factors such as race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender, age and disability (Title VII, ADEA, ADA).
- [2024 Fundamentals of Employment Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-fundamentals-of-employment-law-2/) - Employment law is critically important to businesses and to the general public, as the rights and responsibilities of employers and employees continually develop and evolve. The United States Congress and the North Carolina General Assembly continue to change the laws and judicially interpreted nuances of employment law continue to expand. This program, both a basic
- [Introduction to North Carolina Employment Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/introduction-to-north-carolina-employment-law/) - This session provides a basic overview of the common law doctrine of "employment at-will" and North Carolina statutory and common law claims, including wrongful discharge in violation of public policy, Retaliatory Employment Discrimination Act (REDA) and employment-related torts such as negligent hiring and retention, tortious interference with contract, defamation, and intentional and negligent infliction of
- [EEOC Overview](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/eeoc-overview/) - The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) enforces the majority of federal anti-discrimination laws. This session covers the EEOC process for charging parties and respondents, including filing charges of discrimination, EEOC categorizing of charges, EEOC mediation, position statements, request for information, fact investigations, EEOC findings, conciliation and the resolution process.
- [Basic Wage Protection Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/basic-wage-protection-law-3/) - Hear an introduction to the requirements of the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act and the North Carolina Wage and Hour Act, including minimum wage, overtime and wage payment requirements.
- [Introduction to the National Labor Relations Act](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/introduction-to-the-national-labor-relations-act-2/) - Listen as the presenter gives an introduction to the National Labor Relations Act and the National Labor Relations Board, the agency responsible for enforcing the Act. This session addresses how the Act applies to non-unionized employers, including an overview of protected concerted activity, employee rights to discuss and share information about their wages and other
- [The Basics of the FMLA and Its Interplay With the ADA](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-basics-of-the-fmla-and-its-interplay-with-the-ada/) - Gain a better understanding of the complex relationship between the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), especially when the inability to work arises from a workplace accident or occupational disease.
- [Hot Topics in Real Property (2024 Real Property Section Winter Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/hot-topics-in-real-property-2024-real-property-section-winter-program-2/) - This year's Hot Topics in Real Property CLE is not to be missed! Covering a variety of topics, this program addresses critical issues in the real property industry.
- [The Corporate Transparency Act, Beneficial Ownership Information Reports, and Implications to Real Estate Practitioners](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-corporate-transparency-act-beneficial-ownership-information-reports-and-implications-to-real-estate-practitioners/) - Starting on January 1, 2024, many small businesses, including various real estate ventures, may have a new reporting requirement: a Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) Report, which is filed with the Department of Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). The framework for this new reporting regime was created by Congress in the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA),
- [What Lawyers Need to Know About Artificial Intelligence](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/what-lawyers-need-to-know-about-artificial-intelligence-2/) - Artificial intelligence has been a very hot topic since ChatGPT became publicly available, followed by a swarm of AI-enabled products. Lawyers need to understand how generative artificial intelligence will impact their lives and practices, as well as their clients and their clients' lives and businesses. This session describes how the technology works in plain language,
- [Environmental Law and Real Estate: The Latest in What You Need to Know](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/environmental-law-and-real-estate-the-latest-in-what-you-need-to-know/) - Understanding the environmental issues related to real estate transactions and development projects is a key advantage for real estate practitioners. This session discusses a variety of hot topics in environmental law including wetlands, vapor intrusion, TCE and emerging compounds.
- [2024 Elections: Picking the Right SOFR Type and Hedge Type for Your Loan](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/2024-elections-picking-the-right-sofr-type-and-hedge-type-for-your-loan/) - This session discusses the various types of SOFR rates that can be used, why certain rates may be preferable, and how electing to enter into an interest rate hedging agreement (swap, cap or collar) could impact a borrower election regarding the desired SOFR rate.
- [Cannabis and Commercial Real Estate Considerations](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/cannabis-and-commercial-real-estate-considerations/) - Join us for a conversation as we explore the interplay between cannabis legal and regulatory considerations and various aspects of the commercial real estate industry. We discuss various cannabis laws and regulations, generally; the difference in operator types; fundamental principles and practices for investing in, purchasing, and/or leasing to cannabis facilities; and the unique challenges
- [The New Basics: Reexamination of Key Concepts for Construction Attorneys (2024 Construction Law Section Winter Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-new-basics-reexamination-of-key-concepts-for-construction-attorneys-2024-construction-law-section-winter-program-2/) - The practice of construction law is constantly evolving. This program reexamines the new basics of construction law. From sticks and bricks to cybersecurity or even the ever-common multi-party dispute, this program covers the new basics of construction law and the evolution of common issues.
- [Construction Industry Insurance Primer – Legal Update on Coverage Issues and Trends](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/construction-industry-insurance-primer-legal-update-on-coverage-issues-and-trends/) - This presentation and panel discussion provides construction law practitioners with updates on important coverage issues under commercial general liability, builder's risk, and professional liability policies. The panel also addresses key trends in insurance impacting all segments of the construction industry — developers, owners, general contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and design professionals. The presentation is geared to
- [Cybersecurity Considerations in the Construction Industry](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/cybersecurity-considerations-in-the-construction-industry/) - What would your clients do if they were completely shut out of their company emails, operating systems and electronic databases? Could they operate without these systems and data? What could happen if this data falls into the wrong hands? What can your client do to protect and regain access to their systems and data? In
- [UCC Considerations and Competing T&Cs](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/ucc-considerations-and-competing-tcs/) - In this presentation, we delve into the intricate realm of the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) "battle of the forms," a critical aspect of contract law in the construction industry when dealing with the sale of goods. The UCC "battle of the forms" occurs when contracting parties exchange conflicting terms in their contractual documents, leading to
- [Sticks and Bricks: Construction Practices from a Licensed Contractor](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/sticks-and-bricks-construction-practices-from-a-licensed-contractor/) - We all understand construction law, but how well do we understand construction practices? This "sticks-and-bricks" session provides a summary of construction practices from licensed general contractors who know how to lay the foundation, brick by brick, for the construction law profession. Hear from the professionals as they dig into the groundwork necessary to develop a
- [Disciplinary Procedures Before the North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/disciplinary-procedures-before-the-north-carolina-licensing-board-for-general-contractors/) - So, your client has a complaint filed with the North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors (NCLBGC)? What happens next? This presentation guides attorneys through what happens during the complaint and investigation phase with the NCLBGC, all the way to the review committee and hearing processes.
- [The New Basics: Reexamination of Key Concepts for Construction Attorneys (2024 Construction Law Section Winter Program)](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/the-new-basics-reexamination-of-key-concepts-for-construction-attorneys-2024-construction-law-section-winter-program-3/) - Previously recorded CLE programs that are streamed online | Starting August 1, 2020 are taxable.
- [Short-Term Rental: The Brewing Battle Between Airbnb and Local Government](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/short-term-rental-the-brewing-battle-between-airbnb-and-local-government/) - The use of residential property for short-term use has exploded in cities across the country and throughout the world in recent years with the assistance of online rental platforms such as Airbnb and VRBO. This relatively new, but rapidly growing, phenomenon has blurred the lines between traditional residential uses of property and a more transient
- [E-recording and Fraud Consideration](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/e-recording-and-fraud-consideration/) - This hour-long session discusses the legal and practical dimensions of e-recording and e-closing. Uncover the authorizing laws shaping the digital processes and gain insights into the benefits of electronic transactions. We also explore the intersection between e-recording and fraud in land titles and mortgages, discovering effective strategies for prevention.
- [Assistance Animal Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/assistance-animal-law/) - The legal framework that governs and regulates assistance animals is extremely complex. Gain a foundational understanding of assistance animal law and applicable laws in legal workplaces, including the impact of federal and state-specific regulations of assistance animals on housing, travel, education, and workplace considerations for attorneys and their clients.
- [Introduction to Assistance Animal Law](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/introduction-to-assistance-animal-law/) - This session provides a foundational understanding of assistance animal law, including types of assistance animals and an overview of applicable state and federal laws that govern the rights of persons with disabilities when working with assistance animals. It also addresses commonly asked questions and misconceptions of assistance animals, particularly regarding service and emotional support animals.
- [Assistance Animal Law Panel](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/assistance-animal-law-panel/) - The legal framework that governs and regulates assistance animals is extremely complex. This session convenes a panel of disability rights advocates and experts to discuss the nuances of state and federal laws that protect assistance animal teams, while also providing substantive updates on interpretation and administrative guidance. Additionally, panelist discussion includes the practical consequences that
- [Assistance Animals in the Legal Profession](https://www.ncbar.org/prod-cle/assistance-animals-in-the-legal-profession/) - The use of assistance animals in the legal profession is on the rise. This session explores opportunities for animal-assisted interventions, how assistance animals can support lawyer and client well-being, and best practices to accommodate and welcome assistance animal teams.

## NC Lawyer

- [Right at Home in NC Health Care Law: A Q&A With Asheville Attorney Lauren Gennett](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2026-05/right-at-home-in-nc-health-care-law-a-qa-with-asheville-attorney-lauren-gennett/) - Lauren Gennett, a healthcare attorney based in Asheville, has practiced law for over thirteen years with King & Spalding. Gennett regularly defends healthcare organizations in government enforcement matters, including investigations and False Claims Act litigation. She also has significant experience counseling clients on compliance program design and effectiveness strategies. She serves on the NCBA Health
- [Developing the Next Generation of Bar Leaders Through the YLD Inaugural Pro Bono Cohort](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2026-05/developing-the-next-generation-of-bar-leaders-through-the-yld-inaugural-pro-bono-cohort/) - Every lawyer has a moment they did not know how to handle, maybe like the first time a client asked a question you could not answer. Do you remember the first time you stood before a judge and felt the room go quiet, or the first time a deal fell apart, and you had to
- [May 2026 Issue](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2026-05/)
- [How Gray Wilson and NCBF Are Advancing Judicial Education for NC Students](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2026-05/how-gray-wilson-and-ncbf-are-advancing-judicial-education-for-nc-students/) - “Onward and upward” is how Gray Wilson describes his aspirations for the North Carolina Bar Foundation civic education website, ExploreNCCourts.org, scheduled to launch this June. The website has been in the making for five years. In 2021, Wilson was struck by the idea of establishing a judicial learning center for K-12 students in North Carolina.
- [Joshua Plummer — Two Worlds, One Calling](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2026-05/joshua-plummer-two-worlds-one-calling/) - Taking the road less traveled can make all the difference, says Robert Frost. There is a special significance in choosing the unfamiliar path. NCBA Member Joshua Plummer, a real property attorney, chose the military as his first career and the law as his second. What connects these two paths is one goal: serving others. Plummer
- [Writing That Works](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2026-05/writing-that-works/) - Lists, Tabulations, and Numerations: Three Underused Tools for Enhancing Precision and Clarity Precision and clarity are two hallmarks of effective legal writing. Few tools enhance precision and clarity more than lists, tabulations, and numerations. Yet many practitioners still hesitate to use them, worrying that they appear informal or “non-legal.” My goal in writing this column
- [Micah D. Hall on Service, Mentorship and Solo Success](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2026-05/micah-hall-on-service-mentorship-and-solo-success/) - As a child, Micah D. Hall often watched the mystery legal drama “Matlock” with her mom and first began dreaming of becoming a lawyer. She was fascinated by how every case was solved before the credits rolled and wanted to be that same problem-solver for others one day. Years later, as an attorney, she learned
- [By The Numbers: What Surveys Show About Law Firm AI Adoption ](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2026-05/by-the-numbers-what-surveys-show-about-law-firm-ai-adoption/) - Many firms already have lawyers or staff using AI to draft a first pass, summarize a file or distill a long email chain. Firms have integrated these tools into day-to-day work quickly. At the same time, many firms are still working through the operational details that support consistent use, including policies, training, and integration with existing systems. Recent survey data on
- [President's Perspective](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2026-05/presidents-perspective/) - Prioritizing Well-Being in Your Practice I wrote in this column in February that one of the days in my career that stands out most prominently was the day in 1989 that I was first sworn in as a lawyer. I noted, for me, that feeling of pride and gratitude never quite gets old. Even on
- [North Carolina Lawyer Magazine](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/)
- [February 2026](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2026-02/)
- [Honoring Black Lawyers Who Paved the Way](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2026-02/honoring-black-lawyers-who-paved-the-way/) - This Black History Month, as I reflect on our YLD theme for this year, Breaking Barriers, I am reminded that every barrier I break stands on the foundation of those who came before me. As a proud graduate of North Carolina Central University (NCCU) School of Law, and the first Black woman to serve as
- [Inspiring Future Attorneys: Professor Nicole Ligon on First Amendment Law and Mentorship](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2026-02/inspiring-future-attorneys-professor-nicole-ligon-on-first-amendment-law-and-mentorship/) - To be vulnerable is to be courageous. Sharing your story involves pushing past any fears of letting others know you. When you are vulnerable, you open up space for others to know who you are, and you also create opportunities for them to be authentic in sharing their stories. Through learning about others, you
- [In Memoriam: Past President James B. Maxwell](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2026-02/in-memoriam-past-president-james-b-maxwell/) - James B. (Jim) Maxwell of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, died Jan. 4 at the age of 84. He moved from Durham in 2016 to be near family following retirement. Maxwell served as president of the North Carolina Bar Association and Foundation in 2000-01. He graduated from Randolph-Macon College, attended Duke University School of Law and later
- [In Memoriam: Rhoda Jean Bryan Billings](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2026-02/in-memoriam-rhoda-jean-bryan-billings/) - Rhoda Jean Bryan Billings of Raleigh died Dec. 29 at age 88. Billings served as president of the North Carolina Bar Association and North Carolina Bar Foundation in 1991-92. Born in Wilkesboro, Billings graduated from Berea College (1959) and Wake Forest University School of Law (1966). In 1968, Billings was elected to the original group
- [35-time Ironman Competitor David Daggett on Building Habits That Last](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2026-02/35-time-ironman-competitor-david-daggett-on-building-habits-that-last/) - Every meaningful achievement begins with a specific, and often simple, goal. Setting a goal is the easy part of this process, but fostering habits that will make those goals a reality can take time and significant effort. To accomplish what you plan to do often involves not only forming new habits but staying consistent in
- [Hannah Risser’s Roles in the Law and on the Stage](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2026-02/hannah-rissers-roles-in-the-law-and-on-the-stage/) - “All the world's a stage, and all the men and women merely players,” writes Shakespeare in “As You Like It." These famous words remind us of how often we take on roles throughout our lives. While many of those roles differ from each other and may be separate in theory, one part can shape or
- [Writing That Works](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2026-02/giving-the-other-side-its-due-how-to-weave-counterarguments-into-a-brief-effectively/) - Giving the Other Side Its Due: How to Weave Counterarguments into a Brief Effectively Most lawyers agree—at least in theory—that a strong brief anticipates the other side’s best points. In practice, counterarguments are often handled in one of two unhelpful ways: ignored entirely, or treated like an afterthought (“Opposing counsel’s arguments fail for many reasons…”)
- [Making AI Work for Your Law Firm: A Practical Guide for Real-World Adoption](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2026-02/making-ai-work-for-your-law-firm-a-practical-guide-for-real-world-adoption/) - Artificial intelligence still feels like something between magic and mayhem. You’ve heard the hype, seen the demos and perhaps even sat through a vendor presentation that made it sound like machines will soon be drafting briefs while you sip coffee and watch. Yet the reality in most firms is far less glamorous. People aren’t sure
- [President's Perspective](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2026-02/presidents-perspective/) - In Appreciation of Our Judges Looking back over the years, certain days stand out as among the best of times. Many involve marriage, births, and other family events. But, for me, also on the list is the day I was first sworn into the bar. In my case, that first state bar was Louisiana. And
- [In Memoriam: Past President Robert "Bob" Baker](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2026-02/in-memoriam-past-president-robert-baker/) - Robert "Bob" Flowers Baker of Durham died Feb. 10 at the age of 90. Born in Durham, Baker graduated from Davidson College and Duke University School of Law. He served as president of the North Carolina Bar Association and Foundation in 1982-83. During his term, Baker sought to provide NCBA members with increased organizational awareness
- [November 2025](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-11/)
- [President's Perspective](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-11/presidents-perspective/) - During the installation portion of the association’s annual meeting in June of this year, I described four principles that I intended to lean on during this bar year: professionalism, civility, acknowledgment of the importance of wellness in the profession, and “grace.” I explained that, by the latter, I meant acknowledging individual successes, forgiving failures, celebrating
- [From Medical Planning to the Law — Meet U.S. Air Force Veteran and Attorney Leah Parady](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-11/from-medical-planning-to-the-law-meet-u-s-air-force-veteran-and-attorney-leah-parady/) - Each November 11 offers an opportunity to honor veterans for their service, to reflect on their courage and to remember their sacrifices. For 106 years, on November 11, current and former military personnel have been recognized. The day began as a commemoration of November 11, 1918, when the armistice between the Allied nations and Germany
- [NCBA Members Recognized by ABA for Exemplary Pro Bono Service With NC Free Legal Answers Program](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-11/ncba-members-recognized-by-aba-for-exemplary-pro-bono-service-with-nc-free-legal-answers-program/) - If time is one of the most valuable gifts we have, then spending time helping others is one of the most generous ways to make a difference. NCBA member Brandon Robinson exemplifies this generosity through his involvement with the NC Free Legal Answers (NC FLA) program. Since 2018, Robinson has devoted 1,062 hours, the equivalent
- [Recognition](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-11/recognition/) - Recognition is a regular feature of NC Lawyer. To submit notices, email Jessica Junqueira. Judge Fred Morrison Jr. (ret.) was recognized in September for his longtime service on the North Carolina Sentencing and Policy Commission. Morrison, the resolution stated, was appointed to the commission on September 29, 1993, to represent the Justice Fellowship Task Force.
- [Remembering Janet Ward Black](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-11/remembering-janet-ward-black/) - Janet Ward Black, respected attorney, trailblazing leader and dedicated public servant, died on November 2. She served as president of the North Carolina Bar Association and Foundation from 2007-2008. As NCBA president, Black founded the 4ALL program in 2008 to connect individuals in need of legal assistance with volunteer attorneys. Following the program’s inception, it
- [Making Our Writing Easier to Read: How Readability Statistics Can Help Lawyers Write Better](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-11/making-our-writing-easier-to-read-how-readability-statistics-can-help-lawyers-write-better/) - We’ve all been there. We finish drafting a brief, a client letter, or a motion, and we know it’s technically correct — but we can’t shake the feeling that it’s harder to read than it should be. The sentences are long. The paragraphs feel heavy. But how do we quantify that “hard to read” quality
- [Elevate Your Law Firm: Workflow Automation Tools That Transform Practice](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-11/elevate-your-law-firm-workflow-automation-tools-that-transform-practice/) - Automation tools can reshape how law firms of all sizes handle routine tasks, manage information, and deliver client service. But what does workflow automation really mean for lawyers, and how can firms harness its power? Workflow automation refers to using technology platforms to connect different applications, moving information, or triggering actions automatically after the user
- [Breaking Barriers: Building Belonging, Leadership, and Service Across North Carolina’s Legal Community](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-11/breaking-barriers-building-belonging-leadership-and-service-across-north-carolinas-legal-community/) - “Breaking Barriers” isn’t just a theme; it’s a call to action. In the legal profession, barriers can take many forms: the gap between seasoned attorneys and new lawyers finding their footing; the divide between those in private practice and public service; or the walls that separate us by geography, background, or access. At its core,
- [High Point University’s Kenneth F. Kahn School of Law Celebrates the School’s Accomplishments, Fortifies Relationship With NCBA](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-11/high-point-universitys-kenneth-f-kahn-school-of-law-celebrates-the-schools-accomplishments-fortifies-relationship-with-ncba/) - In May 2024, we interviewed Dean Mark Martin, former Chief Justice and Founding Dean of the Kenneth F. Kahn School of Law at High Point University, to discuss the launch of its inaugural class. Now, a year and a half later, the law school’s inaugural class of 1L’s has completed their first year of study,
- [Greensboro Attorney Abigail Seymour Pens Essay Published in “Boat Burning for Beginners”](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-11/greensboro-attorney-abigail-seymour-pens-essay-published-in-boat-burning-for-beginners/) - Creative, courageous and committed to supporting her clients, Abigail C. Seymour founded Greensboro’s Camino Law six years ago. Seymour decided to attend law school after her ten-year career as an editorial and wedding photographer wound down. Then, in the years preceding her first position as an attorney, Seymour faced a critical health issue, and in
- [Anna Stearns Receiving ABA Pro Bono Publico Award](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-08/anna-stearns-receiving-aba-pro-bono-publico-award/) - Anna V. Stearns, owner and managing partner of Sneed & Stearns PA in Black Mountain, has been named one of only two individual recipients of the American Bar Association’s 2025 Pro Bono Publico Award, which will be presented during a special awards ceremony in October. Raphael (Rafi) Prober of Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld
- [2025 Pro Bono Awards Presented at Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-08/2025-pro-bono-awards-presented-at-annual-meeting/) - The 2025 North Carolina Bar Association Pro Bono Awards were presented on Friday, June 27, at the NCBA Annual Meeting in Asheville. The group awards were presented by Allison Constance during the Annual Meeting Luncheon and Business Meeting. The individual and law firm awards were presented by Alexa Whiteside during the Awards Dinner and Presidential
- [August 2025](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-08/)
- [Recognition](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-08/recognition/) - Recognition is a regular feature of NC Lawyer. To submit notices, email Russell Rawlings. Janet Ward Black and Gerard Davidson of Ward Black Law in Greensboro have been selected by Habitat for Humanity of Greater Greensboro as the recipients of this year’s Habitat Hero Award. Habitat Greensboro will honor the NCBA Past President and her
- [Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Honors Johnsey](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-08/estate-planning-fiduciary-law-honors-johnsey/) - The NCBA Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Section presented the 2025 Distinguished Service Award to C. Gray Johnsey of White & Allen, P.A. in Kinston. Johnsey is a charter member of the Section, which was established in 1979, and Board Certified Specialist in Estate Planning and Probate Law. The award was presented on July 24
- [Borden Parker Receives Grainger Barrett Award](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-08/borden-parker-receives-grainger-barrett-award/) - E.B. Borden Parker of Goldsboro received the 2025 Grainger Barrett Award for Excellence from the NCBA Government & Public Sector Section on June 11 at the N.C. Bar Center. Parker served as Wayne County Attorney for 50 years (1975-2025), preceded in that regard by his father, Fred Parker Jr., who served from 1936-1975. Borden Parker
- [Military & Veterans Law Honors Michael Archer](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-08/military-veterans-law-honors-michael-archer/) - The NCBA Military & Veterans Law Section recently presented the 2025 Kirk Warner Award for Distinguished Service to the Military and Veterans to Michael S. Archer of Jacksonville. Archer serves as Director of Legal Assistance for Marine Corps Installations East (which includes Camp Lejeune, MCAS New River, MCAS Cherry Point, Recruit Depot Parris Island, MCAS Beaufort).
- [NCBA Tax Section Recognizes Herman Spence](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-08/ncba-tax-section-recognizes-herman-spence/) - The Tax Section of the North Carolina Bar Association recently presented the Lifetime Achievement and Service Award to Herman Spence III of Robinson Bradshaw in Charlotte. The award was presented during the Tax Section’s 25th Annual Workshop on May 24 in Kiawah Island, S.C. The award recognizes attorneys who have demonstrated outstanding professional work and
- [New NCBF Board Members Elected, Appointed](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-08/new-ncbf-board-members-elected-appointed/) - Deborah L. (Debbie) Hildebran-Bachofen of Manning Fulton in Raleigh and Dayatra (Day) Matthews of the Local Government Federal Credit Union in Raleigh have been elected to three-year at-large terms on the North Carolina Bar Foundation Board of Directors, and Laura Parrett Davenport of Fidelity Bank in Holly Springs has been appointed to a three-year term
- [New Board Members, Officers Join Board of Governors](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-08/new-board-members-officers-join-board-of-governors/) - Seven new members of the NCBA Board of Governors were elected to three-year terms on Friday, June 27, at the 2025 NCBA Annual Meeting in Asheville. Their election was made official during the Annual Meeting Business Meeting and Luncheon at the Asheville Renaissance Downtown. Newly elected board members who are beginning three-year terms on the
- [2025 Hall of Fame Induction Class Announced](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-08/2025-hall-of-fame-induction-class-announced/) - The next induction class of the Legal Practice Hall of Fame was announced at the 2025 NCBA Annual Meeting in Asheville. The announcement was made by outgoing President Kim Stogner during the Awards Dinner and Presidential Installation. Induction will be held in conjunction with the fall meeting of the Senior Lawyers Division, which has solicited
- [Warner Receives H. Brent McKnight Renaissance Lawyer Award](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-08/warner-receives-h-brent-mcknight-renaissance-lawyer-award/) - The 2025 H. Brent McKnight Renaissance Lawyer Award was presented to Kirk Warner of Smith Anderson in Raleigh on Friday, June 27, at the NCBA Annual Meeting in Asheville. The award recognizes attorneys who demonstrate the “Renaissance Lawyer” qualities embodied by Judge McKnight, former chair of the Professionalism Committee who died in 2004 while serving
- [Distinguished Paralegal Award Recipient Melissa “Missy” Donovan Honored for Outstanding Career](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-08/distinguished-paralegal-award-recipient-melissa-missy-donovan-honored-for-outstanding-career/) - The most rewarding facet of Melissa “Missy” Donovan’s 35-year career has been the network of relationships she has built. She has fostered these relationships over the years by supporting colleagues, mentoring new paralegals, and advising in matters of appellate law at Cranfill Sumner. She has given back to the legal community by serving as the
- [YLD Awards Presented at NCBA Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-08/yld-awards-presented-at-ncba-annual-meeting/) - The Young Lawyers Division of the North Carolina Bar Association presented the Charles F. Blanchard Young Lawyer of the Year Award and the Robinson O. Everett Professionalism Award on Friday, June 27, at the NCBA Annual Meeting in Asheville. The awards were presented during the Awards Dinner and Presidential Installation by Collins Saint, outgoing YLD
- [Seven Receive 2025 Citizen Lawyer Awards](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-08/seven-receive-2025-citizen-lawyer-awards/) - The North Carolina Bar Association honored seven new recipients of the Citizen Lawyer Award at the 2025 Annual Meeting in Asheville. Will Walton, who served as chair of the Membership Engagement Committee, presented the awards. This year’s recipients are: John R. Cella Jr., Raleigh Joan Davis, Raleigh Peter J. Juran, Winston-Salem Dayatra T. Matthews, Raleigh
- [Natasha Walwyn Robinson Drives Forward to Victory: Leveraging Her Professional Experiences to Blaze New Trails](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-08/natasha-walwyn-robinson-drives-forward-to-victory-leveraging-her-professional-experiences-to-blaze-new-trails/) - Sony Music, American Public Television, Morgan Stanley, and Meta – these are some of the stops Natasha Robinson has made on the amazing tour of her legal career. Robinson, who resides in Charlotte, joined Meta eleven months ago as Senior Legal Counsel on the Instagram legal team. Meta is the parent company for popular
- [Meet Michelle Nowlin, Who is Helping to Solve the Problem of Plastic Pollution](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-08/meet-michelle-nowlin-who-is-helping-to-solve-the-problem-of-plastic-pollution/) - When you envision what is possible and set out to achieve it with a team of like-minded people, you can accomplish great things. Michelle Benedict Nowlin, a professor at Duke Law School and co-director of the Environmental Law and Policy Center, is doing exactly this. At Duke, she has joined with other faculty and
- [NC Hits a Home Run for High School Athletes – Todd Bowyer Sheds Light on Name, Image and Likeness Ruling](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-08/nc-hits-a-home-run-for-high-school-athletes-todd-bowyer-sheds-light-on-name-image-and-likeness-ruling/) - High school students in North Carolina now have a shot at profiting from their name, image and likeness. Before fall 2024, it was not possible to do so while they were in high school, but last year, everything changed. In October, high school athletes gained the ability to be compensated for the use of their
- [Writing That Works](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-08/writing-that-works/) - Capitalization For Practitioners: Consistency Counts! As a legal writing professor, one of my goals is to inspire my students to strive for excellence in their work. But this month, as I thought about what to say in this column, it was my students who inspired me. In late February, they turned in their rough drafts
- [Glow Up Your Law Firm’s Tech: A Modern Makeover for Small Practices](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-08/glow-up-your-law-firms-tech-a-modern-makeover-for-small-practices/) - If you are running a small law firm, chances are your technology setup has grown organically – piece by piece, year by year. Maybe you are still using a Gmail address for client communications, or your website has not been touched since the Obama administration. Perhaps your office computers are still running Windows 10, and
- [Young Lawyers Breaking Barriers](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-08/young-lawyers-breaking-barriers/) - I am honored and humbled to be the first African American woman to hold this historic position as chair of the Young Lawyers Division (YLD). This journey has been beyond my wildest dreams, and I am grateful for the chance to lead and inspire this division. Under our theme for this year, Breaking Barriers, I
- [10th Legal Legends of Color Awards Ceremony Held](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-08/10th-legal-legends-of-color-awards-ceremony-held/) - The North Carolina Bar Association honored the 2025 Legal Legends of Color (LLOC) on Thursday, June 26, at the Renaissance Hotel in Asheville. The tenth annual LLOC Awards Celebration was a featured event of the NCBA Annual Meeting. Presented by the Legal Legends of Color Subcommittee of the NCBA Minorities in the Profession Committee, the
- [Mark Holt, Caryn McNeill Earn National Recognition](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-08/mark-holt-caryn-mcneill-earn-national-recognition/) - BREAKING NEWS! Just last week, long after the deadline for the August edition of North Carolina Lawyer had passed, the National Conference of Bar Foundations presented the 2025 NCBF Excellence Award to North Carolina Bar Association members Mark Holt and Caryn McNeill. News this good just couldn’t wait until the next edition comes out in
- [Beth Langley Elected President-Elect of NCBA](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-08/beth-langley-elected-president-elect-of-ncba/) - Beth Langley of Brooks Pierce in Greensboro has been elected to serve as president-elect of the North Carolina Bar Association (NCBA). The election took place on Friday, June 27, during the NCBA Annual Meeting in Asheville. Langley will serve in 2025-26 as president-elect of the NCBA and the North Carolina Bar Foundation (NCBF) and will
- [President’s Perspective: Rob Harrington Installed as 131st NCBA President](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-08/presidents-perspective-rob-harrington-installed-as-131st-ncba-president/) - Rob Harrington of Robinson Bradshaw in Charlotte was installed as the 131st president of the North Carolina Bar Association on Friday, June 27, at the NCBA Annual Meeting in Asheville. Harrington will also serve in 2025-26 as president of the North Carolina Bar Foundation. The oath of office was administered by Chief Justice Paul Newby
- [Leading Off](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-08/leading-off/) - Welcome to the August 2025 edition of North Carolina Lawyer magazine, the flagship publication of the North Carolina Bar Association. This issue is filled with coverage from the 2025 NCBA Annual Meeting in Asheville, beginning with the President’s Perspective featuring President Rob Harrington’s installation address. Our Featured Coverage begins with the election of President-elect Beth
- [Elliott, Snyder and the Women in the Profession Committee Blaze a Trail in the Law](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-05/elliott-snyder-and-the-women-in-the-profession-committee-blaze-a-trail-in-the-law/) - Women supporting and working with each other can make great things happen. It’s not just about getting the job done. It’s about lifting each other up, sharing strengths, and creating real change together. – Allyn Elliott I think it's important for women to promote each other and support each other. I think we are incredibly
- [Seven Ways to Use Microsoft Copilot](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-05/seven-ways-to-use-microsoft-copilot/) - Microsoft Copilot is a generative artificial intelligence add-on that integrates with the Microsoft 365 subscription suite. The prerequisite is that you must be a subscriber to Microsoft 365 Business Standard or Premium (or higher). The integrated AI powered productivity tool costs an additional $30 per user per month. Once installed, Copilot will appear in MS
- [Recognition](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-05/recognition/) - Recognition is a regular feature of NC Lawyer. To submit notices, email Russell Rawlings. Judge A. Robinson (Robby) Hassell recently received the Greensboro Bar Association’s Distinguished Service Award in recognition of his dedicated service "to the legal profession as a District and Superior Court judge, private practitioner, public defender, and advocate for justice across North
- [Dispute Resolution Section Recognizes Three Individuals](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-05/dispute-resolution-section-recognizes-three-individuals/) - The Dispute Resolution Section honored three exemplary individuals for their contributions to dispute resolution in North Carolina on March 28. The awards were presented during the section annual meeting in Greensboro. Former Chief Justice Henry Frye (ret.) of Greensboro received the Peace Award and Executive Director Frank Laney of the N.C. Center for Mediation received
- [Litigation Section Presents Advocate’s Award to Bob King](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-05/litigation-section-presents-advocates-award-to-bob-king/) - The Litigation Section of the North Carolina Bar Association recently honored Robert (Bob) King III of Brooks Pierce as the 17th recipient of The Advocate’s Award. The award was presented on May 13 during a special ceremony at the firm by Will Quick, section chair. “I'm tickled and surprised, but I’ll take it,” King said,
- [Administrative Law Section Honors Jeff Gray](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-05/administrative-law-section-honors-jeff-gray/) - The NCBA Administrative Law Section presented the 2025 Administrative Law Award for Excellence to Jeffrey P. (Jeff) Gray of Bailey & Dixon in Raleigh on March 19. The award was presented during the section’s annual meeting at the N.C. Bar Center. “I was honored very much by receiving this award,” Gray said. “It was so
- [Judge Diane Phillips Greene Receives 2025 Liberty Bell Award](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-05/judge-diane-phillips-greene-receives-2025-liberty-bell-award/) - District Court Judge Diane Phillips Greene of Robeson County is the 2025 recipient of the North Carolina Bar Association’s Liberty Bell Award. The award was presented by the NCBA Young Lawyers Division in Raleigh on Friday, May 2, in conjunction with the annual observance of Law Day. Greene has served on the District Court bench
- [Remembering Past President John R. Haworth: 1927-2025](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-05/remembering-past-president-john-r-haworth-1927-2025/) - Seventy-five years ago this spring, John Richardson Haworth Sr. of High Point, by way of Guilford College and the U.S. Naval Reserve, graduated from the University of North Carolina School of Law. For more than six decades thereafter, the legal profession in general and the North Carolina Bar Association in particular were forever enhanced by
- [Attorney/Author Steve Epstein Publishes Fourth True Crime Book](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-05/attorney-author-steve-epstein-publishes-fourth-true-crime-book/) - “By the time you read this, Steve Epstein may be famous. His first book, ‘Murder on Birchleaf Drive: The True Story of the Michelle Young Murder Case,’ is that good.” Six years and one global pandemic later, the preceding prediction, gleaned from the August 2019 edition of North Carolina Lawyer, has proven true. Steve Epstein,
- [Campbell Law Students Comprise Third Pair of Open Door Fellows](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-05/campbell-law-students-comprise-third-pair-of-open-door-fellows/) - Campbell Law School is swelling with pride over the announcement of this year’s third pair of Open Door Fellows, and rightfully so. Josh Peacock and Suzy Brito Lagunas recently completed their first year of law school and are thrilled to represent Campbell Law as its first two participants in the North Carolina Bar Foundation’s Open
- [Mission Possible! Open Door Fund Campaign Exceeds $1 Million Goal](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-05/mission-possible-open-door-fund-campaign-exceeds-1-million-goal/) - The $1 million campaign to endow the Open Door Fund of the North Carolina Bar Foundation is complete. Caryn McNeill and Mark Holt, founding co-chairs of the Open Door Fund and Fellowship, shared the exciting news with the NCBF Board of Directors on April 4. “We not only met – we surpassed – our goal,”
- [New NCBF Endowment Justice Funds Support Open Door Initiative](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-05/new-ncbf-endowment-justice-funds-support-open-door-initiative/) - The North Carolina Bar Foundation dedicated three new NCBF Endowment Justice Funds during a special dedication ceremony on Tuesday, May 20, at the N.C. Bar Center in Cary. The Cheslie C. Kryst Justice Fund, John B. McMillan Justice Fund, and W. Gerald Thornton Justice Fund have all been established posthumously and designated toward the NCBF
- [Writing That Works](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-05/writing-that-works/) - More Than Red Ink: How Senior Attorneys Can Give Better Feedback to the Next Generation One of the most enduring traditions in the legal profession is the rite of senior attorneys reviewing the written work of junior colleagues. Whether it’s a motion draft, a research memo, or a client letter, the process of revising and
- [Camp First Gen: Building Together … With Purpose](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-05/camp-first-gen-building-together-with-purpose/) - There is something disarming about sitting in a circle of strangers at a summer camp, trading stories not about ghosts, but about dreams, fears, and the weight of law school debt. It is not your average Friday for a young lawyer, but then again, it seems there is no average day for a first-generation lawyer.
- [Paralegal Division Member Keen to Make a Difference in Beaufort and Beyond](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-05/paralegal-division-member-keen-to-make-a-difference/) - Bonnie Keen, a native of Beaufort, is enthusiastic about the legal field, and what she brings to it as a paralegal. Given her last name, it is no surprise that diving deep into legal research energizes her. A central aim of Keen’s is to assist firms and clients across the state by improving workflows and
- [Asheville Attorney Natalia Talbot Models Courage in the Face of Difficulty](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-05/asheville-attorney-natalia-talbot-models-courage-in-the-face-of-difficulty/) - When you think of the word “resilience,” what is the first thing that comes to mind? I think about an established tree, one that has lived for decades. Perhaps this tree has weathered storms and extreme heat and cold. Still, it continues to thrive despite adverse conditions and threats to its well-being. Although resilience might
- [Peter Singh Composes Harmonies In Music and the Law](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-05/peter-singh-composes-harmonies-in-music-and-the-law/) - A promise resonates like a poignant song. It rings out with sounds of dedication, devotion and commitment. As a verb, to promise is to avow with certainty that you will uphold what you say you will do, with the hope that you will fulfill what you say. In addition to this meaning, the word has
- [Janet Ward Black Receives First Women in the Profession Trailblazer Award](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-05/janet-ward-black-receives-first-women-in-the-profession-trailblazer-award/) - “Trailblazer” may not be the first word that comes to mind when describing Janet Ward Black, principal owner of Ward Black Law in Greensboro and a past president of the North Carolina Bar Association and the N.C. Academy of Trial Lawyers (now Advocates for Justice). But “trailblazer” is certainly appropriate when you consider her leadership
- [President’s Perspective](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-05/presidents-perspective/) - Association, Foundation Maintain Focus On Core Values: What We Do, Not What We Say This bar year, task forces of the North Carolina Bar Association and Foundation have undertaken comprehensive strategic planning to help our organizations adapt to changes in the legal profession and focus on the most effective ways to meet the evolving needs
- [Leading Off](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-05/leading-off/) - Welcome to the May 2025 edition of North Carolina Lawyer magazine, the flagship publication of the North Carolina Bar Association. The accompanying photo of the North Carolina mountains – provided courtesy of ExploreAsheville.com – heralds the return of the NCBA Annual Meeting to Asheville on June 26-28. Access additional information and register to attend what
- [May 2025](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-05/)
- [Tanisha Palvia’s Shining Star Continues to Rise in Charlotte and Beyond](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-02/tanisha-palvias-shining-star-continues-to-rise-in-charlotte-and-beyond/) - “The sky’s the limit” typically implies that an individual has unlimited potential to succeed in whatever field or endeavor they choose to pursue. For Tanisha Palvia, however, the familiar saying may well be a gross understatement. She’s reaching for the stars. The Moore & Van Allen litigation team member from Charlotte was honored last summer
- [Writing to Connect: Charlotte Attorney Marc Gustafson Revels in Writing About the Law](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-02/writing-to-connect-charlotte-attorney-gustafson-revels-in-writing-about-the-law/) - Building connections with others in the profession often begins with a shared experience. When someone else opens up about a challenge or asks a question you have been thinking through, you might be surprised. You might even say to yourself, “I feel seen.” To be able to relate to someone else, you first must know
- [Recognition](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-02/recognition/) - Recognition is a regular feature of NC Lawyer. To submit notices, email Russell Rawlings. Kayla Britt of the N.C. Department of Justice, who supports law students and young lawyers through Fairy Law Mother, LLC, was recognized by the Triangle Association of Legal Recruitment Administrators (TALRA) for her “tireless service to the N.C. legal profession.” TALRA
- [Lawyers Leading North Carolina: A Personal, Historical Perspective](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-02/lawyers-leading-north-carolina-a-personal-historical-perspective/) - It has been a long time since the late Barbara McComas exposed me to North Carolina history in the seventh grade at Wells School. A long, long time! Coming on the heels of sixth-grade world history, it was refreshing to study people and places closer to home. Reciting the names of all 100 counties and
- [Remembering Past President Tony Hornthal (1936-2025)](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-02/remembering-past-president-tony-hornthal-1936-2025/) - Tony Hornthal began his first column as president of the North Carolina Bar Association with a confession: I am among those lawyers who went to law school with Atticus Finch as one of my role models. “Indelibly etched in my memory,” Hornthal continued, “is the scene from the movie in which Atticus (Gregory Peck) is
- [Pamela Keenan, Edward Boltz Receive Bankruptcy Section Awards](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-02/pamela-keenan-edward-boltz-receive-bankruptcy-section-awards/) - The NCBA Bankruptcy Section presented two awards on Friday, November 15, 2024, in conjunction with the 47th Annual Bankruptcy Institute held in Wrightsville Beach. The Bankruptcy Law Section Lifetime Achievement Award was presented to Pamela Keenan of Kirschbaum, Nanney, Keenan & Griffin in Raleigh. The immediate past chair of the section, Shelley Koon Abel, presented
- [Gilchrist and Smith Awards Presented to Susan Doyle, Joe Zeszotarski](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-02/gilchrist-and-smith-awards-presented-to-susan-doyle-joe-zeszotarski/) - The NCBA Criminal Justice Section hosted the 18th Annual Gilchrist & Smith Awards Dinner on January 30 in Cary. The event featured presentation of the 2024 Peter S. Gilchrist III and Wade M. Smith Awards, which are named for their initial recipients and presented annually to a prosecutor (Gilchrist Award) and defense attorney (Smith Award).
- [Elon’s Alan Woodlief Breaking New Ground Again, This Time In Charlotte](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-02/elons-alan-woodlief-breaking-new-ground-again-this-time-in-charlotte/) - Alan D. Woodlief Jr. will commemorate his 20-year anniversary with Elon University School of Law this spring, during which time he has worn numerous hats. Not long after the late Leary Davis was named founding dean, Woodlief became the second person hired as the associate dean for administration and admissions and a founding faculty member,
- [A Love Letter to Pro Bono: Claire O’Brien Teams Up to Make a Difference in Greensboro](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-02/a-love-letter-to-pro-bono-claire-obrien-teams-up-to-make-a-difference-in-greensboro/) - Each day is like a grain of sand moving through an hourglass. Every grain may be small, but together, individual flecks begin to grow from tiny pieces into a small mountain, as the weeks, months, and years go by. At the start of every new year, you might spend time thinking about what you want
- [Charns Continues Pursuit of Truth in “FBI Snitches, Blackmail, and Obscene Ethics at the Supreme Court”](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-02/charns-continues-pursuit-of-truth-in-fbi-snitches-blackmail-and-obscene-ethics-at-the-supreme-court/) - Alex Charns is the definitive example of a lifelong learner. The criminal defense attorney from Durham traces this unending quest for knowledge to his formative years in Michigan, where he grew up near Detroit. He left his home state and ultimately completed a degree in social work at Cal Berkeley in 1978, late to the
- [Writing That Works](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-02/writing-that-works/) - A Reading List for the (Legal) Writer: Part 2 In my last column, I recommended five books on writing that have been important to my development as a writer. Although those books are not about legal writing specifically, they contain time-tested principles and strategies of effective writing that apply across many genres, and over the
- [Managing Tasks With Microsoft Planner](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-02/managing-tasks-with-microsoft-planner/) - Staying on top of deadlines and tasks is a crucial part of a lawyer's work. Additionally, tracking tasks assigned to others and helping prioritize assignments is essential to supervision and success. There are many ways to track both your tasks and others’ to-dos, but often the methods become scattered among texts, emails, sticky notes and verbal
- [Belonging With Purpose: Building a Stronger Future Together](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-02/belonging-with-purpose-building-a-stronger-future-together/) - As young lawyers, we often navigate a profession that feels overwhelming, competitive, and isolating. Consistently in the YLD, however, we are challenging our membership to approach our careers and communities differently. We ask: What if we focused not just on individual success but on creating spaces where every young lawyer feels seen, valued, and supported?
- [Helene Recovery Will Be Measured In Years; NC DLS Will Be There Every Step Of The Way](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-02/helene-recovery-will-be-measured-in-years-nc-dls-will-be-there-every-step-of-the-way/) - “… it is good to know that in the face of disaster, state agencies, volunteers and lawyers can work together to provide help under difficult circumstances.” The statement, apropos to the ongoing recovery effort in Western North Carolina in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, is actually more than three decades old. It was penned by
- [Thomas Powers III Leads Mecklenburg’s “New” Mandatory Bar](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-02/thomas-powers-iii-leads-mecklenburgs-new-mandatory-bar/) - “July 1st heralds the dawn of a new era – the first day of the Mecklenburg Bar Association, our new voluntary bar organization, as well the 26th Judicial District Bar, which will continue fulfilling the statutory functions of our local mandatory bar.” NCBA member Cary B. Davis of Robinson Bradshaw in Charlotte, writing in his
- [To Serving Your Community, With Love: The North Carolina Bar Foundation’s Civic Education Programs](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-02/to-serving-your-community-with-love-the-north-carolina-bar-foundations-civic-education-programs/) - Imagine the next generation of students. What are their hopes, fears and aspirations? For a child who dreams of going to college and becoming a doctor, a teacher, a scientist, an astronaut, an engineer, a writer, an attorney or something else, one thing can be helpful to them in achieving their dreams. A child needs
- [Promoting the Well-Being of Legal Professionals: A Spotlight on BarCARES](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-02/promoting-the-well-being-of-legal-professionals-a-spotlight-on-barcares/) - Have you found yourself facing something difficult, or feeling stressed or anxious, and wondered where to turn? There are many different situations that can be challenging and overwhelming. Whether you are managing work-related issues, experiencing stress in your personal life or related to the broader culture, navigating a relationship or family conflict, or seeking guidance
- [President’s Perspective](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-02/presidents-perspective/) - Embracing AI Technology: A Necessity for Current Legal Practice Recently, I attended the American Bar Association's midyear National Conference of Bar Presidents Meeting. During this event, two compelling presentations highlighted the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) technology in legal practice and research. The insights gained from these presentations convinced me of the need to
- [Leading Off](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-02/leading-off/) - Welcome to the February 2025 edition of North Carolina Lawyer magazine, the flagship publication of the North Carolina Bar Association. Beginning with the President’s Perspective, “Embracing AI Technology: A Necessity for Current Legal Practice,” President Kim Stogner examines the emerging impact of artificial intelligence (AI) and the critical role education will play for legal professionals.
- [February 2025](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2025-02/)
- [November 2024](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-11/)
- [Jennifer Knight Scores Pro Bono Patent Victory for “Stroke Warriors”](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-11/jennifer-knight-scores-pro-bono-patent-victory-for-stroke-warriors/) - Alon Kaplan describes himself as a “stroke warrior,” and rightfully so. The Asheville-based entrepreneur and founder of the AlonTree Company has been designing and providing equipment for fellow stroke victims since 2011. Jennifer Knight does not describe herself as a “pro bono warrior,” but Charlotte-based Knight has every right to do so, given her extensive
- [Social Media Marketing for Law Firms: Who, What, Why, When, Where, and How](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-11/social-media-marketing-for-law-firms-who-what-why-when-where-how/) - Whether your firm is just getting started with using social media as a marketing tool or you are reinvigorating your efforts, there are a lot of choices and options to make sure you see the return on the investment of your time and money. While the legal profession has traditionally relied on referrals and word-of-mouth
- [Remembering Jim Talley (1937-2024)](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-11/remembering-jim-talley-1937-2024/) - James Maynard (Jim) Talley Jr. of Charlotte died on October 16 at the age of 87. He was a past president of the North Carolina Bar Association and Foundation who provided volunteer leadership and service to numerous causes throughout his distinguished career. Appreciation for Talley’s contributions permeated Myers Park United Methodist Church on the afternoon
- [Standing on the Shoulders of Giants – An Interview With Coleman Cowan](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-11/standing-on-the-shoulders-of-giants-an-interview-with-coleman-cowan/) - “If I have seen further than others, it is by standing on the shoulders of giants.” – Isaac Newton Simply put, the people who inspire you expand your perspective. To stand on the shoulders of giants is to position yourself in a state where you are resting on their strength. Giants make it possible not
- [President's Perspective](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-11/presidents-perspective/) - North Carolina Bar Association's Response to Hurricane Helene In the wake of Hurricane Helene, the northwest region of North Carolina has faced unprecedented challenges. The devastation brought by the hurricane has left many communities grappling with the aftermath, including significant damage to homes, businesses, and infrastructure. As President of the North Carolina Bar Association, I
- [Recognition](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-11/recognition/) - Recognition is a regular feature of NC Lawyer. To submit notices, email Russell Rawlings. David Wilson of Law Firm Carolinas in Charlotte has been named a Fellow in CAI's (Community Associations Institute) College of Community Association Lawyers. The College was created in 1994 to recognize excellence in the practice of community association law. Wilson’s practice
- [NCBA, PBS NC Continue Tradition With 2024 Judicial Candidate Forums](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-11/ncba-pbs-nc-continue-tradition-with-2024-judicial-candidate-forums/) - “The 2024 Judicial Candidates Forum is made possible by a partnership between PBS North Carolina and the North Carolina Bar Association,” begins Kelly McCullen, Director of North Carolina Channel & Original Productions for PBS North Carolina, as he welcomes viewers to each segment of this year’s forums. The programming, which featured all eight candidates for
- [Ambassadors Bolster Campaign to Endow NCBF Open Door Fund](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-11/ambassadors-bolster-campaign-to-endow-ncbf-open-door-fund/) - Maintaining momentum is essential to the success of any fundraising drive, including the $1 million campaign to endow the Open Door Fund of the North Carolina Bar Foundation. Announced at the 2024 NCBA Annual Meeting, the campaign is racing toward the end of the calendar year with more than $850,000 in gifts and pledges. A
- [The Young Lawyers Division Announces Recipients of the NCBF Endowment’s Hubert B. Humphrey Justice Fund](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-11/the-young-lawyers-division-announces-recipients-of-the-ncbf-endowments-hubert-b-humphrey-justice-fund/) - The Young Lawyers Division selected three college students as scholarship recipients. The scholarships were awarded to students for the 2024-2025 academic year. The scholarships are provided by the North Carolina Bar Foundation Endowment’s Hubert B. Humphrey Justice Fund and are given to children of slain or permanently disabled NC Law Enforcement Officers. This year, the
- [NCBA Legal Practice Hall of Fame Inducts Eight New Members](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-11/ncba-legal-practice-hall-of-fame-inducts-eight-new-members/) - The 2024 induction class of the NCBA Legal Practice Hall of Fame was honored on Friday, September 20, at the Benton Convention Center in Winston-Salem. The ceremony coincided with the fall meeting of the Senior Lawyers Division, which has solicited nominations and selected the inductees since the General Practice Hall of Fame was renamed in
- [Carter Receives Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Section Award](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-11/carter-receives-estate-planning-fiduciary-law-section-award/) - Jean Gordon Carter of Raleigh received the Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Section’s Distinguished Service Award in July during the 45th Annual Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law CLE Program in Kiawah Island, S.C. Maria Lynch, who received the award last year, and Kemp Mosley, section vice chair, presented the award. “I was thrilled,” said Carter
- [Alison Ashe-Card Elected to Serve as Next President of NALP](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-11/alison-ashe-card-elected-to-serve-as-next-president-of-nalp/) - Alison Ashe-Card serves as the inaugural Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the Duke University School of Law, a position she has held since 2023. She previously served as Associate Director of Diversity & Inclusion in the Office of Career and Professional Development at Wake Forest University School of Law and practiced
- [Julian Mann Completes Term as ABA Judicial Division Chair](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-11/julian-mann-completes-term-as-aba-judicial-division-chair/) - For Julian Mann III, the judiciary is both a calling and a cause to which he remains devoted even after his service as chief administrative law judge and director of the N.C. Office of Administrative Hearings. To that end, Mann recently completed service as chair of the Judicial Division of the American Bar Association. During
- [NC IOLTA Executive Director Mary Irvine Leads National Organization](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-11/nc-iolta-executive-director-mary-irvine-leads-national-organization/) - “Few leaders are born. We learn to be leaders. We learn by working with other people and working through our philosophy.” – Frances Hesselbein, former CEO, Girl Scouts of the USA Whether Mary Irvine, or anyone for that matter, is a natural-born leader is open to debate. The NC IOLTA Board of Trustees, who wisely
- [Afi Johnson-Parris Shares Credit For ABA Law Practice Division Leadership Role](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-11/afi-johnson-parris-shares-credit-for-aba-law-practice-division-leadership-role/) - "It is amazing what you can accomplish if you don't care who gets the credit." The familiar words of Harry S. Truman, 33rd president of the United States, came to mind while interviewing Afi Johnson-Parris on her new role as chair of the Law Practice Division of the American Bar Association. Johnson-Parris has accomplished so
- [Writing That Works](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-11/writing-that-works/) - A Reading List for the (Legal) Writer “I believe that writing is derivative. I think good writing comes from good reading.” This sentiment, from beloved American journalist and author Charles Kuralt, has been borne out in my own journey as a legal writer. I enjoy reading, both for work and for leisure, and few things
- [Boots on the Ground: Brooks Savage, Brad Piland Lead YLD DLS Efforts](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-11/boots-on-the-ground-brooks-savage-brad-piland-lead-yld-dls-efforts/) - Belonging is more than a feeling; it is a commitment to stand together and serve our communities in their greatest times of need. As young lawyers in North Carolina, our purpose stretches beyond our individual practice areas to a shared responsibility of providing meaningful and immediate support when disasters strike. The North Carolina Bar Association
- [Lauren Clemmons’s Path to Flight In A Public Service Career](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-11/lauren-clemmonss-path-to-flight-in-a-public-service-career/) - Discovering how you can give back to the world, whether that is through your career or volunteer work or both, is a journey. Your journey to discovering how you can use your gifts and talents might be quick, or it might take a long time. No matter how your path curves, two truths are universally
- [The Long Run: Helene Response, Recovery, Resources And More](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-11/the-long-run-helene-response-recovery-resources/) - “It is apocalyptic.” The three-word email message from Mayor Zeb Smathers of Canton arrived on the afternoon of September 28, affirming fears of devastation brought about by Tropical Storm Helene the day before. The Haywood County attorney was speaking from experience, having lived through the destruction of Tropical Storm Fred only three years earlier. The
- [Leading Off](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-11/leading-off/) - Welcome to the November 2024 edition of North Carolina Lawyer magazine, the flagship publication of the North Carolina Bar Association. Beginning with the President’s Perspective, “North Carolina Bar Association's Response to Hurricane Helene,” President Kim Stogner pays tribute to the Disaster Legal Services volunteers who are answering the call to serve in the aftermath of
- [Presidents Respond to Open Door Challenge And Extend Challenge to NCBA Membership](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-08/presidents-respond-to-open-door-challenge-and-extend-challenge-to-ncba-membership/) - "The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams." – Eleanor Roosevelt The official launch of the campaign to endow the Open Door Fund of the North Carolina Bar Foundation at the NCBA Annual Meeting included announcement of the $100,000 Presidents’ Challenge. The Presidents’ Challenge came about during the “quiet phase”
- [Open Door Fund Donor Perspectives: Three Supporters Share Their Stories](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-08/open-door-fund-donor-perspectives-three-supporters-share-their-stories/) - “Those who are happiest are those who do the most for others." – Booker T. Washington Every donor has their own reason for contributing to a cause. Even when they are united behind the same cause, such as the Open Door Fund of the North Carolina Bar Foundation, each donor brings with them a unique
- [Open Door Fund: Making the Case for Your Support](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-08/open-door-fund-making-the-case-for-your-support/) - “The concept of ‘open doors’ represents an invitation to an unparalleled opportunity to prove my worth and merit.” – Darius Alexander, 2024 Open Door Fellow The 2024 NCBA Annual Meeting featured a special announcement from Caryn McNeill and Mark Holt, founding co-chairs of the Open Door Fund and Fellowship of the North Carolina Bar Foundation.
- [Recognition](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-08/recognition/) - Recognition is a regular feature of NC Lawyer. To submit notices, email Russell Rawlings. John Bircher of Davis Hartman Wright Attorneys LLP in Raleigh has been elected to a three-year term on the National Association of Bankruptcy Trustees for 2024-27. Bircher is a former member of the NCBA Board of Governors and NCBF Board of
- [2024 Citizen Lawyer Awards Presented](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-08/2024-citizen-lawyer-awards-presented/) - The North Carolina Bar Association honored seven new recipients of the Citizen Lawyer Award at the 2024 NCBA Annual Meeting in Charlotte. Leila Hicks, who served as chair of the Membership Engagement Committee, presented the awards. The Citizen Lawyer Award was established in 2007 “to recognize and thank lawyers who, in addition to their legal
- [“Belonging With Purpose” Underscores YLD’s Emphasis In 2024-25](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-08/belonging-with-purpose-underscores-ylds-emphasis-in-2024-25/) - I cannot think of a better way to conclude the 2023-2024 bar year under YLD’s immediate past chair, Jonathan Bogues of Michael Best & Friedrich LLP, than with the announcement that Jonathan’s blog series initiative “Letters to my Younger Self” won an Award of Achievement by the American Bar Association’s YLD at this year’s annual
- [Legal Legends of Color Honored at Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-08/legal-legends-of-color-honored-at-annual-meeting/) - The North Carolina Bar Association honored the 2024 Legal Legends of Color (LLOC) on Thursday, June 20, at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Charlotte Uptown. The ninth LLOC Awards Celebration was a featured event of the NCBA Annual Meeting. Presented by the Legal Legends of Color Subcommittee of the NCBA Minorities in the Profession Committee,
- [President’s Perspective: Kim Stogner Installed as 130th NCBA President](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-08/presidents-perspective-kim-stogner-installed-as-130th-ncba-president/) - Kimberly H. Stogner of Womble Bond Dickinson in Winston-Salem was installed as the 130th president of the North Carolina Bar Association on Friday, June 21, at the NCBA Annual Meeting in Charlotte. She will also serve in 2024-25 as president of the North Carolina Bar Foundation. Her husband, Stuart Stogner, held the Bible as Superior
- [Litigation Section Presents Advocate’s Award to Gray Wilson](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-08/litigation-section-presents-advocates-award-to-gray-wilson/) - The Litigation Section of the North Carolina Bar Association recently honored G. Gray Wilson as the 16th recipient of The Advocate’s Award. Section Chair Donald Pocock presented the award on May 23 at Truist Stadium in Winston-Salem. “The Advocate’s Award is designed to recognize the superstars of our profession, and no one embodies that more
- [Thigpen Receives Tax Section Award](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-08/thigpen-receives-tax-section-award/) - Richard E. Thigpen Jr. of Charlotte received the NCBA Tax Section’s Lifetime Achievement and Service Award on Thursday, June 20, during the summer meeting of the NCBA Board of Governors. The meeting coincided with the 2024 NCBA Annual Meeting in Charlotte. Thigpen is a past president of the NCBA (1988-89) and served as founding chair
- [Miles Receives Grainger Barrett Award for Excellence](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-08/miles-receives-grainger-barrett-award-for-excellence/) - The NCBA Government & Public Sector Section presented the 2024 Grainger Barrett Award to Linda Avery Miles of Wilmington on June 6 during the section’s annual meeting at the N.C. Bar Center. Dan McLawhorn presented the award to Miles, with whom he shares the distinction of serving as the first two chairs of the section.
- [Hall of Fame Inductees Announced; Induction Sept. 20](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-08/hall-of-fame-inductees-announced-induction-sept-20/) - The next induction class of the Legal Practice Hall of Fame was announced at the 2024 NCBA Annual Meeting in Charlotte. The announcement was made by outgoing President Patti Ramseur during the Awards Dinner and Presidential Installation. Induction is scheduled for Friday, September 20, at the Benton Convention Center in Winston-Salem. The ceremony will be
- [New NCBF Board Members Elected, Appointed](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-08/new-ncbf-board-members-elected-appointed/) - Samantha E. Gordon and John R. Cella Jr. have been elected to three-year at-large terms on the North Carolina Bar Foundation Board of Directors, and Jon Heyl has been appointed to a three-year term as chair of the NCBF Endowment Committee. The NCBF Board of Directors also includes several new members who begin service in
- [New Board Members, Officers Join NCBA Board of Governors](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-08/new-board-members-officers-join-ncba-board-of-governors/) - Seven new members of the NCBA Board of Governors were elected to three-year terms at the 2024 NCBA Annual Meeting in Charlotte. Joining the new board members as they begin their terms in 2024-25 are five new vice presidents who were elected in April, three incoming division chairs, and the new president-elect. New board members
- [Mike McIntyre Receives H. Brent McKnight Renaissance Lawyer Award](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-08/mike-mcintyre-receives-h-brent-mcknight-renaissance-lawyer-award/) - Congressman Mike McIntyre of Hillsborough received the 2024 H. Brent McKnight Renaissance Lawyer Award on Friday, June 21, at the NCBA Annual Meeting in Charlotte. The award was presented during the Awards Dinner and Presidential Installation. The award was established to honor attorneys who demonstrate the “Renaissance Lawyer” qualities embodied by Judge McKnight, former chair
- [2024 Distinguished Paralegal Margaret “Peggy” Pardue Honored](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-08/2024-distinguished-paralegal-margaret-peggy-pardue-honored/) - Making A Difference Through Leadership Margaret “Peggy” Pardue has honed her leadership abilities through her involvement in the NCBA Paralegal Division. On Friday, June 21, she was recognized for her achievements when she received the 2024 Distinguished Paralegal Award at the Annual Meeting Awards Dinner. Lakisha Chichester presented the award. What led her to volunteer
- [YLD Awards Presented at Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-08/yld-awards-presented-at-annual-meeting/) - The Young Lawyers Division of the North Carolina Bar Association presented the Charles F. Blanchard Young Lawyer of the Year Award and the Robinson O. Everett Professionalism Award on Friday, June 21, at the NCBA Annual Meeting in Charlotte. The awards were presented during the Awards Dinner and Presidential Installation by Jonathan Bogues, outgoing YLD
- [Pro Bono Awards Presented at Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-08/pro-bono-awards-presented-at-annual-meeting/) - The 2024 North Carolina Bar Association Pro Bono Awards were presented on Friday, June 21, at the NCBA Annual Meeting in Charlotte. The awards were presented during the Awards Dinner and Presidential Installation. The recipients of this year’s Pro Bono Awards are: Thorp Pro Bono Service Award – Kerry A. Friedman, Patla, Straus, Robinson &
- [Writing That Works](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-08/writing-that-works/) - Three Writing Rules That Are “More What You’d Call ‘Guidelines’” In Disney’s first “Pirates of the Caribbean” movie, there is a classic moment when the heroine, Elizabeth Swann, invokes the Pirate’s Code to save herself from the villainous Barbossa. Barbossa replies that because Ms. Swann is not a pirate, the Code does not apply to
- [Prompt Engineering 101 for Lawyers](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-08/prompt-engineering-101-for-lawyers/) - Generative artificial intelligence has taken the world by storm. The advent of publicly and inexpensively available tools to create text, images, audio, video, and more has had an enormous impact on educators, authors, artists, and attorneys. Attorneys have long had technology that used advanced artificial intelligence, including eDiscovery tools, analysis, forecasting, and legal research. Generative
- [Lawyer, Screenwriter Mary Craven Adams Celebrates the Art of Film](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-08/lawyer-screenwriter-mary-craven-adams-celebrates-the-art-of-film/) - There is nothing quite like watching a film. Whether your favorite genre is drama, action, romance, comedy or a mix of genres, something special happens when the title sequence appears on the screen. Catching a flick is like entering a new world. Who can forget the first time a movie left them speechless and spellbound
- [Honorary Consul of Japan to North Carolina David S. Robinson Builds Bridges Across Borders](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-08/honorary-consul-of-japan-to-north-carolina-david-s-robinson-builds-bridges-across-borders/) - What is it like to be an honorary consul in North Carolina? In a word, it is simply rewarding, says David Robinson, a partner with Maynard Nexsen in Raleigh and Japan’s sole diplomatic presence in North Carolina. “Being Honorary Consul affords me an opportunity to observe and participate in really significant events in North Carolina’s
- [Honor and Privilege: Rob Harrington of Charlotte Elected NCBA President-Elect at Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-08/rob-harrington-elected-ncba-president-elect/) - Rob Harrington of Robinson Bradshaw in Charlotte has been elected to serve as president-elect of the North Carolina Bar Association. The election took place on Friday, June 21, during the NCBA Annual Meeting at the Charlotte Convention Center. Harrington will serve in 2024-25 as president-elect of the NCBA and the North Carolina Bar Foundation and
- [Leading Off](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-08/leading-off/) - Welcome to the August 2024 edition of North Carolina Lawyer magazine, the flagship publication of the North Carolina Bar Association. The 2024 NCBA Annual Meeting, held June 20-22 in Charlotte, will be prominent throughout this edition, beginning with the President’s Perspective, which includes the installation address of President Kim Stogner. The Annual Meeting and NCBA
- [August 2024](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-08/)
- [May 2024](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-05/)
- [Leslee Sharp, A Picture of Vitality in the Profession](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-05/leslee-sharp-a-picture-of-vitality-in-the-profession/) - “For always roaming with a hungry heart Much I have seen and known . . .” The word “vitality” brings to mind Alfred, Lord Tennyson’s poem “Ulysses.” The epic hero, who narrates the poem, speaks of his years gone by, recalling his zest for life as he journeyed across seas and lands unknown before arriving
- [November 2020 Issue](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2020-11/)
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- ["Hearsay Culture" Podcast Founder David Levine Discusses New Research, AI And More](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-05/hearsay-culture-podcast-founder-and-law-professor-david-levine-discusses-artificial-intelligence-trade-secrets-and-more/) - David S. Levine is a professor at Elon University School of Law and the founder and creator of the award-winning Hearsay Culture podcast and co-founder of the new Hearsay Culture Network (found at hearsayculture.com). As a radio and podcast host, he has conducted over 300 interviews. In November of 2023, he was selected as a
- [Watkins Receives Business Law Section’s Distinguished Service Award](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-05/watkins-receives-business-law-sections-distinguished-service-award/) - Thomas C. (Tom) Watkins of Schell Bray PLLC in Greensboro is the 13th recipient of the NCBA Business Law Section’s Distinguished Service Award. The award was presented on February 9 at the section’s annual meeting in Winston-Salem. Section Chair David Broughton presented the award. Watkins is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at
- [Recognition](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-05/recognition/) - Recognition is a regular feature of NC Lawyer. To submit notices, email Russell Rawlings. Leah M. Campbell and the Charlotte office of Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP have been recognized for the second consecutive year for their pro bono contributions by Safe Alliance, a Charlotte-based non-profit organization serving those impacted by domestic violence and sexual
- [Jen Story Receives Children’s Champion Award](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-05/jen-story-receives-childrens-champion-award/) - The NCBA Juvenile Justice & Children’s Rights Section presented the Children’s Champion Award to Jen Story on Friday, February 16, during a meeting of the section council at the N.C. Bar Center. Story serves as managing attorney for the Right to Education Project of Legal Aid of North Carolina in Durham. The program, formerly known
- [Health Law Presents Distinguished Service Award to Stukes](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-05/health-law-presents-distinguished-service-award-to-stukes/) - Thomas S. Stukes of Womble Bond Dickinson in Greensboro received the Health Law Distinguished Service Award from the NCBA’s Health Law Section on Friday, April 26, at the N.C. Bar Center. The award was presented in conjunction with the section’s annual meeting and CLE. Stukes was recognized for helping to form and for representing some
- [Huffstetler Receives Administrative Award for Excellence](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-05/huffstetler-receives-administrative-award-for-excellence/) - Noah H. Huffstetler III of Nelson Mullins in Raleigh received the NCBA Administrative Law Section’s 2024 Administrative Law Award for Excellence on Thursday, March 21, at the N.C. Bar Center. Section Chair Fred Marino presented the award, which honors an outstanding section attorney as an exemplar of excellence and dedication and for their passion for
- [Dispute Resolution Section Presents Peace, Harmony Awards](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-05/dispute-resolution-section-presents-peace-harmony-awards/) - The NCBA Dispute Resolution Section presented three awards on Thursday, March 14, during a special ceremony at Ward and Smith of Raleigh. Amy Lynn Cox Gruendel of Resolution Mediation Services, LLC and Salim Uqdah of Miles Mediation received the Peace Award in recognition of their longstanding commitment to the peaceful resolution of disputes. Kate Deiter-Maradei
- [Paul Jones Claimed “Better Seat At The Table” and Ran With It](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-05/paul-jones-claimed-better-seat-at-the-table-and-ran-with-it/) - Fifty years ago this spring, as Paul Jones was preparing to graduate from North Carolina Central University School of Law, a special edition of the law school newspaper included a front page story under the headline “A Better Seat At The Table.” It was an editorial, reprinted from the Durham Morning Herald, calling on the
- [Lawyer-Legislator Leo Daughtry Adds “Author” To His Resume](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-05/lawyer-legislator-leo-daughtry-adds-author-to-his-resume/) - Leo Daughtry made his name as a lawyer in Johnston County and legislator in the North Carolina General Assembly, where he served in the House of Representatives from 1993 to 2016. And now, at 83 years of age, he has inserted a new entry into his resume: author. His debut novel, “Talmadge Farm,” will be
- [Writing That Works](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-05/writing-that-works/) - Effective Sentence Structure: Back to Basics Most of us first learned to write sentences in kindergarten or first grade. For me, that was a long time ago and many, many writing assignments ago. And over the years, what seemed simple then—subject, verb, object—got a little less simple. As I adapted my writing to please each
- [Silencing Your Noisy Inbox – Part 1](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-05/silencing-your-noisy-inbox-part-1/) - Lawyers get a lot of emails. Important email. But interspersed with the important email, you also get a lot of unnecessary, unimportant, or low-priority email. Some of those emails can be categorized as spam, but many of them are noise that you get by nature of the way information has been delivered for many years.
- [“Time Flies” When YLD Is Doing Amazing Work](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-05/time-flies-when-yld-is-doing-amazing-work/) - As I sit down to write this column, I cannot believe this is my last column for the bar year. I guess the old saying “time flies when you’re having fun” is true. It feels like just the other day when I was sitting down to write my first column. This bar year, I had
- [Dedication Ceremony Unveils Three New NCBF Justice Funds](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-05/dedication-ceremony-unveils-three-new-ncbf-justice-funds/) - Three new North Carolina Bar Foundation Endowment Justice Funds were dedicated on Thursday, May 16, during a Named Endowment Funds Dedication Ceremony at the N.C. Bar Center. The Justice Funds were established in honor of Charles L. Becton and Rosemary Gill Kenyon and in memory of Judge J. Herbert W. Small, who died in 2022
- [Two Amazing Mentors, One Dynamic Duo](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-05/two-amazing-mentors-one-dynamic-duo/) - It takes five hundred bees to generate one pound of honey. Bees in a hive fly 55,000 miles as part of this process. Because the laborers are many and the effort is tremendous, one bite of this miracle food seems like a small treasure. We reap the rewards of the bees’ efforts while the workers
- [2024 Open Door Fellows: Darius Alexander and April Franklin](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-05/2024-open-door-fellows-darius-alexander-and-april-franklin/) - In two short years, the Open Door Fellowship program of the North Carolina Bar Foundation has developed into a highly competitive and highly sought after opportunity for students completing their first year of law school in North Carolina. The fellowship program provides the selected applicants with hands-on legal experience through paid summer internships designed to
- [Mark Martin Embracing Challenge as High Point Law’s Founding Dean](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-05/mark-martin-embracing-challenge-as-high-point-laws-founding-dean/) - Mark Martin, who served as chief justice of the Supreme Court of North Carolina from 2014-19 and as dean of Regent University School of Law from 2019-22, is the founding dean of the Kenneth F. Kahn School of Law at High Point University. Since the announcement of his appointment in June 2022, Martin has been
- [President's Perspective](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-05/presidents-perspective/) - Who’s Counting? Over the last couple of months, a lot (I mean, A LOT) of people have asked me if I am counting down the days to the end of this bar year. The recurring question has caused me to step back and reflect. On a professional level, the commitments of this past year have
- [Leading Off](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-05/leading-off/) - Welcome to the May 2024 edition of North Carolina Lawyer magazine, the flagship publication of the North Carolina Bar Association. In the latest President’s Perspective – “Who’s Counting?” – President Patti Ramseur discusses the challenging and rewarding experiences of her year as president, which is drawing to a close as we approach the NCBA Annual
- [Whitley Basks In Familiar Surroundings As He Begins Third Term On Bankruptcy Bench](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-05/whitley-basks-in-familiar-surroundings-as-he-begins-third-term-on-bankruptcy-bench/) - Walking around the federal courthouse and annex in Charlotte with Judge J. Craig Whitley feels like taking a tour of his home. In many ways, it is. The longtime U.S. Bankruptcy Judge for the Western District of North Carolina, who was recently reappointed to his third 14-year term, has occupied these familiar surroundings on West
- [February 2024](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-02/)
- [Recognition](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-02/recognition/) - Recognition is a regular feature of NC Lawyer. To submit notices, email Russell Rawlings. Brian O. Beverly of Young Moore and Henderson, P.A. in Raleigh received the Joseph Branch Professionalism Award at the Wake County Bar Association’s annual meeting in November. The award is the association’s highest honor. Beverly is a past president of the
- [Sullivan Receives Family Law Section’s Distinguished Service Award](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-02/sullivan-receives-family-law-sections-distinguished-service-award/) - Mark Sullivan of Sullivan & Hilscher Family Law in Raleigh is the 13th recipient of the NCBA Family Law Section’s Distinguished Service Award. The award was presented last year in conjunction with the section’s annual meeting in Charleston, S.C. Katie King, who served as chair of the Family Law Section in 2021-22, presented the award.
- [Mark Merritt Receives Litigation Section’s Advocate’s Award](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-02/mark-merritt-receives-litigation-sections-advocates-award/) - The Litigation Section of the North Carolina Bar Association honored Mark Merritt of Robinson Bradshaw in Charlotte on November 30 as the 15th recipient of The Advocate’s Award. The award is presented as merited to attorneys deemed as being “superstars” of the section and the legal profession. Merritt is a graduate of the University of
- [Gilchrist and Smith Awards Presented to Dierauf and Davis](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-02/gilchrist-and-smith-awards-presented-to-dierauf-and-davis/) - The NCBA Criminal Justice Section hosted the 15th Annual Gilchrist & Smith Awards Dinner on January 18 in Raleigh. The event featured presentation of the 2023 Peter S. Gilchrist III and Wade M. Smith Awards, which are named for their initial recipients and presented annually to a prosecutor (Gilchrist Award) and defense attorney (Smith Award).
- [Paralegal Division Commemorates 25th Anniversary](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-02/paralegal-division-commemorates-25th-anniversary/) - The NCBA Paralegal Division held its 25th Anniversary celebration on Friday, December 1, at The Mayton in downtown Cary. Dozens of Paralegal Division members, including 2023-24 Chair Lakisha Chichester and several past chairs, participated in the joyous occasion. “The Paralegal Division holds a special place in my heart,” Chichester said. “I became a student member
- [Almanza, Campbell Law Grad, Writes A Novel](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-02/almanza-campbell-law-grad-writes-a-novel/) - Emily Almanza is a 2023 graduate of Campbell Law School, and she is also a published author. Last year, Almanza joined King Law Offices, where she practices civil litigation in the Polk County location in Columbus. During her third year in law school, she began co-writing the novel “The Traitor’s Schemes” before publishing the final
- [Hall of Fame Induction Recognizes Harrison’s Lifelong Devotion to Soccer](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-02/hall-of-fame-induction-recognizes-harrisons-lifelong-devotion-to-soccer/) - Soccer would have found its way into Wilson, North Carolina, without the assistance of Woody Harrison. He would be the first to tell you that, arguing that the game was already working its way into town before he became heavily involved in the development of its youth and adult programs. But it would not have
- [Civility And Professionalism: A Unique Opportunity](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-02/civility-and-professionalism-a-unique-opportunity/) - Whether justified or not, a lot of us share a common concern about the nature and future of the legal profession. Our judicial system is under attack. Our image is tarnished. Distrust of the profession appears to be growing. Though they never liked us, at least the public once respected lawyers. Now, the public’s lack
- [What To Do About Tasks?](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-02/what-to-do-about-tasks/) - As a lawyer, you juggle multiple cases, clients, deadlines, and tasks on a daily basis. Keeping track of everything through an ad hoc, disorganized approach leads to mistakes, missed deadlines, frustrated clients, and stress. Systematizing your task management through dedicated tools and processes is essential for running an efficient, transparent, and successful law practice. Why
- [YLD’s Recent Accomplishments and Upcoming Events](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-02/ylds-recent-accomplishments-and-upcoming-events/) - As the bar year progresses, I am continually impressed by all the amazing things that the Young Lawyers Division is doing and has accomplished thus far. Since my last installment of the YLD Column in November, the YLD’s Pro Bono Committee, led by X. Lightfoot and Brad Piland, have created the “Clear the Queue” initiative.
- [Marvin Horton Reflects on Life, Love, and Seven Decades of Practicing Law](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-02/marvin-horton-reflects-on-life-love-and-seven-decades-of-practicing-law/) - “There’s an activist in each of us,” proclaims Marvin Horton, who was honored in absentia at last year’s annual meeting as a recipient of the NCBA’s Citizen Lawyer Award. “Lawyers, by nature and profession, are positioned to select causes to pursue. While I appreciate lawyers must make a living to be available to champion beliefs,
- [Attorney, Artist And Leader Wilkinson-Pickett Lives A Multifaceted Life](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-02/attorney-artist-and-leader-wilkinson-pickett-lives-a-multifaceted-life/) - Like a brilliant gem, Nickeyea (Nicky) Wilkinson-Pickett reflects a vibrant light in her practice of the law, work as an artist, and passion for leadership. Wilkinson-Pickett achieved several goals in 2023: she became a fellow with the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity, earned her health coach certification, and wrote a book. She was highlighted as
- [Michelle F. Lynch: Changing Children's Lives As A Guardian ad Litem Program Attorney](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-02/become-a-guardian-ad-litem-volunteer-or-attorney-advocate-and-change-a-life/) - Picture 17,139 children. Can you see them? Maybe you have one child’s face in mind. Each one has a story. Each one has a name, a favorite color, a birthday. Each one has hopes and dreams. Imagine that one of these children suddenly finds themselves in difficult circumstances. They wake up one day, only to
- [Attorney Ted Edwards Shares Message of Hope During Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-02/attorney-ted-edwards-shares-message-of-hope-during-dr-martin-luther-king-jr-day-celebration/) - The Rev. Kent Burnett, minister at Mt. Herman AME Zion Church of Goldston, introduced the guest speaker as a “pastor, lawyer, husband, father and friend.” The occasion was the annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Church Celebration, and Ted Edwards, principal of The Banks Law Firm in Durham, delivered a sterling address. “He’s a
- [President’s Perspective](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-02/presidents-perspective/) - Civility: A Cornerstone to Diversity and Access to Justice When we talk about civility, we often think of it as being respectful, using good manners, being polite, and showing compassion. While those actions are integral to civility, they are merely part of the equation. It’s not just politeness and manners alone. Civility is not the
- [Leading Off](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2024-02/leading-off/) - Welcome to the February 2024 edition of North Carolina Lawyer magazine, the flagship publication of the North Carolina Bar Association. In the latest President’s Perspective, Civility: A Cornerstone to Diversity and Access to Justice, President Patti Ramseur discusses the importance of recognizing and discussing differences in a respectful manner – without exception! The column also tees
- [November 2023](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-11/)
- [It’s Always The Season For Civility](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-11/focus-on-civility-and-be-proud-to-be-a-lawyer/) - I’m proud to be a lawyer! When my daughters question me about pretty much anything, I remind them that I have a J.D. When my youngest daughter needs help with geometry but is reluctant to take my help, I remind her that I have a J.D. My oldest daughter recently cut her foot on the
- [Recognition](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-11/recognition/) - Recognition is a regular feature of NC Lawyer. To submit notices, email Russell Rawlings. Dean Martin Brinkley of the UNC School of Law recently received the 54th North Caroliniana Society Award for “long and distinguished service in the encouragement, production, enhancement, promotion and preservation of North Carolina.” The award was presented during the Society’s Annual
- [Hail To The Nominators, Who Make The Applause Possible](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-11/hail-to-the-nominators-who-make-the-applause-possible/) - Awards have been a part of my professional life for nearly 50 years, dating back to the spring of 1974. I was a senior in high school and two months into my first full-time job as a sportswriter at The Wilson Daily Times when classmate Clay Johnson received our first Athlete of the Year Award.
- [The ADA and Website Accessibility – Legal Environment and Best Practices](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-11/the-ada-and-website-accessibility-legal-environment-and-best-practices/) - By Jeff Lantz and Desire’e Martinelli (This article has been edited for length. Read the full article here) Current Status of the ADA and Website Accessibility While the Department of Justice (“DOJ”) has made clear that the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) applies to business websites, to date, it has refused to develop specific regulations
- [First Open Door Fellows Set Bar High For Innovative NCBF Inclusivity Program](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-11/first-open-door-fellows-set-bar-high-for-innovative-ncbf-inclusivity-program/) - In a few short years, the North Carolina Bar Foundation’s Open Door Fellowship will be easily recognized as a vital, thriving component of the Foundation’s programs. The list of North Carolina law students who complete the summer program between their first and second years of law school will continue to grow, and the Open Door
- [The Importance of Pipelines](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-11/the-importance-of-pipelines/) - On June 29, 2023, the U.S. Supreme Court released their decision on the Students for Fair Admissions (SFFA) cases. They determined that Harvard’s and UNC’s race conscious admissions programs violated the Equal Protection Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment and Title 6 of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Holland & Knight, a global law firm based
- [Disability Within the Legal Profession](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-11/disability-within-the-legal-profession/) - We, the legal community, have a pressing need in our profession to address disability inclusion. Diversity is an essential thread in the fabric of practicing law. The North Carolina State Bar has published a statement affirming that “diversity and inclusion [are] essential elements of promoting equity and preventing discrimination” and that the Bar “recognizes diversity,
- [SOGI Name Change Clinics Provide Support, Guidance for Transgender North Carolinians](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-11/sogi-name-change-clinics-provide-support-guidance-for-transgender-north-carolinians/) - In March 2023, the NCBA Pro Bono Committee approved the Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Committee’s (SOGI) pro bono project proposal to run LGBTQ+ Legal Clinics, and more specifically, Name Change Clinics. Since that time, SOGI has facilitated five Name Change Clinics across the state: in Durham, Greensboro, Wilmington, and Winston-Salem. Name Change Clinics support
- [1898 And The Shadow Of Jim Crow In North Carolina](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-11/1898-and-the-shadow-of-jim-crow-in-north-carolina/) - November 2023 marks the 125th anniversary of the 1898 election and the Democratic Party’s White Supremacy Campaign, as well as the racial massacre/coup d’état that occurred in Wilmington two days after ballots were cast. The election and the subsequent bloodshed in Wilmington had a profound effect on North Carolina law, of course, but those events
- [Task Force on Integration, Equity, and Equal Justice: NCBA Makes Significant Strides, But Much Work Remains](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-11/task-force-on-integration-equity-and-equal-justice-ncba-makes-significant-strides-but-much-work-remains/) - In November 2020, the Executive Director of the North Carolina Bar Association issued a report to the board of the NCBA addressing the relationship between the NCBA and systemic racism in North Carolina.[1] Coming on the heels of the deaths of Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, and George Floyd, the report was jarring. The Report resulted
- [Writing That Works](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-11/writing-that-works/) - This year, I’ve had the privilege of speaking about effective legal writing in a number of live presentations and webinars. In the Q&A portion of each one, attendees asked about the propriety of starting sentences with conjunctions and ending sentences with prepositions. They sensed, and I agree, that some of the rules of writing that
- [Tech Tools To Help With DEI](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-11/tech-tools-to-help-with-dei/) - So many interactions people have are in asynchronous settings. Emails, documents, social media, recorded videos, marketing collateral, and more speak for you and for your firm. Make sure to leverage tools that help ensure that these impressions and interactions reflect your respect for others and further your commitment to DEI efforts. Plain Language Lawyers write
- ["Amazing Things” Fill YLD’s Busy Autumn Agenda](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-11/amazing-things-fill-ylds-busy-autumn-agenda/) - Since my last update, a lot of amazing things have happened with the YLD. First, NCBA and YLD leaders traveled to North Carolina law schools during 1L orientations to talk about the NCBA, its benefits, and how law students can take advantage of NCBA membership. As a result, over 380 law students have signed up
- [Young Lawyers Division Selects Recipients For NCBF Endowment’s Hubert B. Humphrey Justice Fund Scholarships](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-11/young-lawyers-division-selects-recipients-for-ncbf-endowments-hubert-b-humphrey-justice-fund-scholarships/) - The Young Lawyers Division has awarded scholarships to two deserving college students, both of whom plan to enter the medical profession. The recipients hope to improve the world by serving and assisting others. The scholarships are made possible by the North Carolina Bar Foundation Endowment’s Hubert B. Humphrey Justice Fund and are given to children
- [Celebrating Pro Bono All Year Long: Meet Elysia Prendergast-Jones](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-11/celebrating-pro-bono-all-year-long-meet-elysia-prendergast-jones/) - Elysia Prendergast-Jones is a supervising attorney with Legal Aid of North Carolina. She is an advocate for domestic violence survivors and pro bono work. She earned her J.D. from North Carolina Central University School of Law (2008), where she volunteers as a law student advisor. She serves on the Family Law Section council, was the
- [Mission Accepted: Lakisha Chichester, Aka the “Paralegal Whisperer,” Leads Division](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-11/mission-accepted-lakisha-chichester-aka-the-paralegal-whisperer-leads-division/) - Lakisha Chichester is on a mission. It all began twelve years ago, when she attended her first NCBA event at the Bar Center. Chichester was a freshly minted paralegal student, thrilled to learn from seasoned members at the day-long NCBA CLE seminar. And just like that, the NCBA paralegal community gained a new recruit. It
- [Senior Lawyers Division Welcomes 8 Into NCBA Legal Practice Hall of Fame](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-11/senior-lawyers-division-welcomes-8-into-ncba-legal-practice-hall-of-fame/) - The 35th induction class of the North Carolina Bar Association Legal Practice Hall of Fame was enshrined on Thursday, September 14, at the Waynesville Inn & Golf Club. The induction ceremony coincided with the fall meeting of the NCBA Senior Lawyers Division, led by the Hon. Robert C. Hunter, chair, and NCBA Past President Betty
- [Leading Off](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-11/leading-off/) - Welcome to the November 2023 edition of North Carolina Lawyer magazine, the flagship publication of the North Carolina Bar Association. In this edition’s President’s Perspective, President Patti Ramseur addresses the importance of professionalism and civility in the legal profession, which was also the focal point of her installation address at the NCBA Annual Meeting. Feature
- [Introducing the 2021 Hall of Fame Induction Class](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-08/introducing-the-2021-hall-of-fame-induction-class/) - The 123rd Annual Meeting of the North Carolina Bar Association was held on Thursday and Friday, June 17-18, in a virtual format. On June 17, President Mark Holt and President-elect Jon Heyl recognized four new members of the Legal Practice Hall of Fame who will be officially inducted at the fall meeting of the Senior
- [YLD Awards Presented at NCBA Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-08/yld-awards-presented-at-ncba-annual-meeting/) - The 123rd Annual Meeting of the North Carolina Bar Association was held on Thursday and Friday, June 17-18. Numerous awards were presented during the virtual awards ceremony on June 17 by President Mark Holt and President-elect Jon Heyl, including three awards presented annually to members of the Young Lawyers Division. Leila Hicks of the Law
- [Pro Bono Awards Presented at Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-08/pro-bono-awards-presented-at-annual-meeting/) - The 123rd Annual Meeting of the North Carolina Bar Association was held on Thursday and Friday, June 17-18, utilizing a virtual format. During the awards ceremony on Thursday afternoon, President Mark Holt and President-elect Jon Heyl presented the 2021 Pro Bono Awards. Their background and introductory remarks are included below along with comments solicited afterward
- [LeAnn Nease Brown: The Quintessential Renaissance Lawyer](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-08/leann-nease-brown-the-quintessential-renaissance-lawyer/) - LeAnn Nease Brown, who served as president of the North Carolina Bar Association and the North Carolina Bar Foundation in 2019-20, is no stranger to our members. A snapshot of her bio reveals leadership of numerous sections and committees, multiple awards, and a distinguished legal career. She holds three degrees from the University of North
- [Leading Off](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-08/leading-off/) - Welcome to the August 2021 edition of North Carolina Lawyer magazine, the flagship publication of the North Carolina Bar Association. In keeping with tradition, this issue is devoted to changes in leadership and the presentation of awards stemming from the NCBA Annual Meeting. Held virtually for the second consecutive year, the 123rd Annual Meeting featured
- [Annual Meeting Awards Ceremony Held June 17](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-08/annual-meeting-awards-ceremony-held-june-17/) - The 123rd Annual Meeting of the North Carolina Bar Association was held on Thursday and Friday, June 17-18. A virtual format was utilized and numerous awards were presented to individuals, firms and organizations. On June 17, President Mark Holt and President-elect Jon Heyl presented the H. Brent McKnight Renaissance Lawyer Award, the Distinguished Paralegal Award,
- [The ABCs of LPMS](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-08/the-abcs-of-lpms/) - Law practice management software/applications (LPMS) have been on the market for nearly 30 years and can help law firms monitor trust balances, track time accurately, reduce error from re-keying, check for conflicts, help manage tasks and deadlines, calculate court deadlines, provide secure communication options, and so much more. But the products and offerings are in
- [Startup NC Law Clinic Director Shares Insight on ChatGPT and the Law](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-08/startup-nc-law-clinic-director-shares-insight-on-chatgpt-and-the-law/) - In the May issue, we began a series on ChatGPT and the legal field in which we interview professors in North Carolina law schools about artificial intelligence. Our first article in the series featured Diane Littlejohn and Jeff Ward. This August, for the second installment in the series, we spoke with Marjorie S. White, clinical
- [August 2023](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-08/)
- [Leading Off](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-08/leading-off/) - Welcome to the August 2023 edition of North Carolina Lawyer magazine, the flagship publication of the North Carolina Bar Association. The 2023 NCBA Annual Meeting, held June 22-24 in Wilmington, will be prominent throughout this edition, beginning with the President’s Perspective, which includes the installation address of President Patti Ramseur. We are also pleased to
- [Katie Riddle Honored as 2023 Distinguished Paralegal Award Recipient](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-08/katie-riddle-honored-as-2023-distinguished-paralegal-award-recipient/) - Autumn recalls the fragrance of bright leaves, the start of a new school semester, and the first page in a new chapter. For Katie Riddle, a dedicated member and volunteer with the Paralegal Division, this August ushered in new beginnings. Riddle, who is a full-time paralegal, is also a J.D. candidate at North Carolina Central
- [(Cleaned Up) Citations: A Bold New Option to Bluebook Rule 5](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-08/cleaned-up-citations-a-bold-new-option-to-bluebook-rule-5/) - For decades, attorneys have struggled with many of the citation rules mandated by The Bluebook: A Uniform System of Citation. Even when the rules are clear, following them to the letter often results in long, clunky citations that detract from the readability of opinions, briefs, and other legal documents. One Bluebook rule that, when followed
- [Recognition](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-08/recognition/) - Recognition is a regular feature of NC Lawyer. To submit notices, email Russell Rawlings. Cary B. Davis of Robinson Bradshaw in Charlotte was recently sworn in as president of the Mecklenburg County Bar. Davis is the firm’s sixth attorney to serve in this capacity, preceded by Robert E. Harrington, A. Ward McKeithen, Mark W. Merritt,
- [Dispute Resolution Section Presents Peace Award to Jody Minor](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-08/dispute-resolution-section-presents-peace-award-to-jody-minor/) - Joseph (Jody) Kirkman Minor Jr., who served as Executive Director of the Mediation Network of North Carolina, received the 2023 Peace Award from the NCBA Dispute Resolution Section on June 27. The award was presented during a special virtual ceremony due to Minor’s declining health. Minor, who succumbed to pancreatic cancer on July 10, described
- [New Tax Section Award Presented to C. Wells Hall III](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-08/new-tax-section-award-presented-to-c-wells-hall-iii/) - C. Wells Hall III of Nelson Mullins in Charlotte is the first recipient of the NCBA Tax Section’s Lifetime Achievement and Service Award. Hall was honored in May during the Tax Section Annual Meeting in Kiawah Island, S.C. The new award “recognizes attorneys who have demonstrated outstanding professional work and exemplary reputation in tax matters
- [Ellie Morales Receives Military & Veterans Law Section Award](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-08/ellie-morales-receives-military-veterans-law-section-award/) - Ellie Morales of Wake Forest University School of Law is the fourth recipient of the Kirk Warner Award for Distinguished Service to the Military and Veterans. The award is presented by the Military & Veterans Law Section of the North Carolina Bar Association. Morales, who serves as Assistant Clinical Professor of Law and Director of
- [Portrait of a Public Servant: Judge John C. Martin](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-08/portrait-of-a-public-servant-judge-john-c-martin/) - Retired Chief Judge John C. Martin was honored on Friday, May 26, during a ceremonial session of the N.C. Court of Appeals. Chief Judge Donna Stroud presided over the presentation of Judge Martin’s portrait and provided remarks. “On behalf of the Court of Appeals, we would like to thank former Chief Judge Martin for his
- [Albert Diaz Becomes Chief Judge of Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-08/albert-diaz-becomes-chief-judge-of-fourth-circuit-court-of-appeals/) - Judge Albert Diaz of Charlotte became the 11th chief judge of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit on Sunday, July 9, when he succeeded Chief Judge Roger L. Gregory. Diaz has served on the court since 2010 and assumes his new duties as the seniormost active member of the court under the
- [Asheville Attorney David Gantt Receives McKnight Award](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-08/asheville-attorney-david-gantt-receives-mcknight-award/) - David Gantt of Asheville is the 2023 recipient of the North Carolina Bar Association’s H. Brent McKnight Renaissance Lawyer Award. The award recognizes attorneys who demonstrate the “Renaissance Lawyer” qualities embodied by Judge McKnight, former chair of the NCBA Professionalism Committee who died in 2004 while serving on the U.S. District Court for the Western
- [YLD Awards Presented at NCBA Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-08/yld-awards-presented-at-ncba-annual-meeting/) - The Young Lawyers Division of the North Carolina Bar Association honored three of its members with individual awards at the 2023 Annual Meeting in Wilmington. Outgoing Chair Lisa Williford presented the Charles F. Blanchard Young Lawyer of the Year Award and the Robinson O. Everett Professionalism Award during the Presidential Installation and Awards Dinner to
- [NCBA Citizen Lawyer Awards Presented at Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-08/ncba-citizen-lawyer-awards-presented-at-annual-meeting/) - The 2023 North Carolina Bar Association Citizen Lawyer Awards were presented on Friday, June 23, at the NCBA Annual Meeting in Wilmington. The awards were presented during the Awards Dinner and Presidential Installation by the Hon. Patrice Hinnant, a retired District and Superior Court judge and previous recipient of the Citizen Lawyer Award. The following
- [NCBA Pro Bono Awards Presented at Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-08/ncba-pro-bono-awards-presented-at-annual-meeting/) - The 2023 North Carolina Bar Association Pro Bono Awards were presented on Friday, June 23, at the NCBA Annual Meeting in Wilmington. Pro Bono Committee Co-chairs Katherine Asaro and Mary Irvine presented the awards during the Annual Meeting Luncheon and the Awards Dinner and Presidential Installation. Review and selection of the honorees is conducted annually
- [Legal Legends of Color Honored at Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-08/legal-legends-of-color-honored-at-annual-meeting/) - The North Carolina Bar Association honored the 2023 Legal Legends of Color (LLOC) on Thursday, June 22, at the Embassy Suites in downtown Wilmington. The eighth LLOC Awards Celebration was a featured event of the NCBA Annual Meeting. Presented by the Legal Legends of Color Subcommittee of the NCBA Minorities in the Profession Committee, the
- [New Foundation Board Members Elected, Appointed](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-08/new-foundation-board-members-elected-appointed/) - Afi S. Johnson-Parris and Robert H. Edmunds Jr. of Fox Rothschild in Greensboro have been elected to three-year at-large terms on the North Carolina Bar Foundation Board of Directors, and Linda Funke Johnson of Senter, Stephenson, Johnson in Fuquay-Varina has been appointed to a three-year term as chair of the NCBF Development Committee. All three
- [Incoming President Reflects on Her Predecessor](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-08/incoming-president-reflects-on-her-predecessor/) - As scores of her predecessors would readily attest, the president and president-elect of the North Carolina Bar Association form a special bond over the course of the year in which they serve together in those roles. It’s hard to explain, but incoming President Patti Ramseur came as close as humanly possible when she paused at
- [New Board Members, VPs Join NCBA Board of Governors](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-08/new-board-members-vps-join-ncba-board-of-governors/) - Seven new members of the NCBA Board of Governors were elected to three-year terms at the NCBA Annual Meeting in June. Joining them as they begin their service this year are five new vice presidents who were elected by the Board of Governors in April. Let’s learn a little more about the newest members of
- [Meet the 2023-24 YLD Leadership Team](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-08/meet-the-2023-24-yld-leadership-team/) - With the conclusion of the 2023 Annual Meeting comes the start of another bar year and another opportunity to continue furthering both the NCBA’s mission statement and diversity statement. First and foremost, I want to congratulate the YLD’s immediate past chair, Lisa Arthur, and outgoing YLD leaders for an amazing bar year. Before I introduce
- [Co-Chairs Lead MIP 1L Summer Associate Program, 12 Law Students Selected](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-08/co-chairs-lead-mip-1l-summer-associate-program-12-law-students-selected/) - In 2023, twelve students were selected to participate in the NCBA Minorities in the Profession 1L Summer Associate Program (1L SAP). The program provides first-year law students of historically under-resourced racial minority groups the opportunity to gain internship experience early in their law school careers. Students who are selected for the program complete internships with
- [‘Powerful Lineup of CLE Sessions’ Spans NCBA’s Founding and Future](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-08/powerful-lineup-of-cle-sessions-spands-ncbas-founding-and-future/) - On a February night in the Supreme Court of North Carolina, a group of men gathered to create a new organization for lawyers in NC. It was three months after the NC Democratic Party had returned to power in the 1898 election through a statewide white supremacist political campaign and the violent overthrowing of the
- [Kimberly Stogner Elected NCBA President-Elect](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-08/kimberly-stogner-elected-ncba-president-elect/) - Kimberly H. Stogner of Womble Bond Dickinson in Winston-Salem was elected to serve as president-elect of the North Carolina Bar Association on Friday, June 23, at the NCBA Annual Meeting in Wilmington. She will serve in 2023-24 as president-elect of the NCBA and the North Carolina Bar Foundation and will chair the Audit & Finance
- [President’s Perspective: Patti Ramseur Installed as 129th NCBA President](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-08/presidents-perspective-patti-ramseur-installed-as-129th-ncba-president/) - Patti Ramseur of Greensboro was installed as the 129th president of the North Carolina Bar Association on Friday, June 23, at the NCBA Annual Meeting in Wilmington. She will also serve in 2023-24 as president of the North Carolina Bar Foundation. Ramseur is a native of Burke County and a graduate of North Carolina State
- [Ward Receives Dispute Resolution Section Peace Award](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-05/ward-receives-dispute-resolution-section-peace-award/) - Judge J. Randolph Ward was honored in March by the NCBA Dispute Resolution Section as the 2023 recipient of the Peace Award. The award honors individuals who have made a special contribution or commitment to the peaceful resolution of disputes. Ward has devoted the better part of his career to doing just that, most recently
- [YLD Winter Happenings](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-02/yld-winter-happenings/) - While the weather may have been chilly, the YLD has stayed warm this winter by planning and leading multiple successful events and panels. Our law students continue to show up big and are very active on each law school campus. In addition, our YLD committee chairs have been planning, fundraising, and yes, even having a
- [Leading Off](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-02/leading-off/) - Welcome to the February 2022 edition of North Carolina Lawyer magazine, the flagship publication of the North Carolina Bar Association. As the pandemic stretches into its third year, it is only fitting that the President’s Perspective is devoted to the 4ALL Statewide Service Day. After all, it was at this event two years ago that
- [YLD 2020: Who We Are and What We Do](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2020-11/yld-column/) - The Young Lawyers Division has long been known as the “service arm” of the North Carolina Bar Association – both for the service we provide to young lawyers and law students in North Carolina, and for the YLD’s commitment to serving our communities. This year, the need to live up to that moniker is more
- [YLD Column](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-05/yld-column/) - YLD Launches New Lunch & Learn Series In February, the Young Lawyers Division (YLD) launched a new lunch and learn series designed to introduce law students and young lawyers to a variety of legal fields and career paths. This new series was developed by Sheila Spence, Division Director for the YLD’s Community Outreach Division, in
- [YLD Spring Happenings](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-05/yld-spring-happenings/) - The YLD is ready for April showers, May flowers, and a spring full of frenzy for our membership. We’ve planned this winter for a big spring, and we’re looking forward to seeing all of our young lawyers at an event soon. Law Students The YLD has continued its successful Grab a Coffee (GaC) program with
- [Rebuilding Our YLD Community](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-08/rebuilding-our-yld-community/) - The Annual Meeting has come and gone, the gavel has officially been passed, and the YLD is ready to start a new bar year! It was such a pleasure to meet – in person, of all things – and reconnect after too much time apart. As I noted in my speech during our lunch meeting,
- [Member Spotlight: Brandon McPherson](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-02/member-spotlight-brandon-mcpherson/) - Brandon McPherson is the ABA District 9 Representative for the Young Lawyers Division and co-chair of the Disaster Legal Services Committee. He served as Education Law Section Chair in 2020-21. In this interview, Brandon shares his thoughts on service, professionalism, fatherhood, work-life balance, and the lifelong friends he has made as an NCBA member. 2021
- [Ashley Campbell Embraces Challenge, Honor of Leading LANC](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-11/ashley-campbell-embraces-challenge-honor-of-leading-lanc/) - It seems as though everything about Ashley Campbell’s career up to this point has prepared her for the challenge she has undertaken as the new chief executive officer of Legal Aid of North Carolina (LANC). She succeeded the organization’s founding director, George Hausen, in July. In addition to two decades of service with LANC as
- [JAG Veteran and Pro Bono Advocate Jocelyn Mitnaul Mallette Shares Her Story](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-11/jag-veteran-and-pro-bono-advocate-jocelyn-mitnaul-mallette-shares-her-story/) - Jocelyn Mitnaul Mallette served for 10 years in the military, where she was an Admissions Advisor with the United States Air Force Academy, an Intelligence Officer, a Wing Executive Officer and an Assistant Staff Judge Advocate. Now, as a senior associate with McGuireWoods, she represents veterans in her pro bono work with the National Veterans
- [The YLD Has a Big Tent And We Want You To Know It!](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-02/the-yld-has-a-big-tent-and-we-want-you-to-know-it/) - As the profession welcomes more and more traditionally underrepresented groups to the bar, the YLD, by the simple fact of being the primary and largest grouping of new lawyers in our state, has benefitted immensely from an infusion of new and different perspectives. We are, as the saying goes, a “big tent” grouping of young
- [Leading Off](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-11/leading-off/) - Welcome to the November 2022 edition of North Carolina Lawyer magazine, the flagship publication of the North Carolina Bar Association. Inspired by this year’s law school orientation programs, President Clayton Morgan discusses the next generation of lawyers in the President’s Perspective and the significant impact they will have on the continued success of the North
- [November 2022](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-11/)
- [Collins Saint Guides New Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Committee](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-11/an-interview-with-collins-saint-founding-chair-of-the-ncba-sexual-orientation-and-gender-identity-committee/) - Just as every oak tree begins as an acorn, so too does every section or committee of the North Carolina Bar Association begin as an idea. One determined individual with a keen interest in a particular topic, issue, or area of the law seizes the initiative to bring their peers together to discuss it further
- [Diversity and the North Carolina Supreme Court: A Look At The Advocates](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-05/diversity-and-the-north-carolina-supreme-court-a-look-at-the-advocates/) - By Ryan Park, with Mary Gen Sanner and Emma Ritter The first time I set foot in the North Carolina Supreme Court was to observe oral argument in a technical tax appeal, one of my first cases as an attorney in the state Solicitor General’s office. Our opposing counsel included a senior member of the
- [Cultivating Courtesy in the Profession: Dan Gibson’s Campaign for Kindness](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-05/cultivating-courtesy-in-the-profession-dan-gibsons-campaign-for-kindness/) - Dan Gibson, a partner at Stam Law firm whose practice focuses on appeals and civil litigation, is an advocate for kindness and courtesy in the legal profession. Gibson writes about how attorneys can further an atmosphere of professional courtesy, and he celebrates everyday encounters with kindness. His posts radiate optimism and an enthusiasm for making
- [Larissa Mervin’s Star Shines Bright as It Continues to Rise](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-05/larissa-mervins-star-shines-bright-as-it-continues-to-rise/) - From the moment she first introduced herself to fellow Leadership Academy attendees at the N.C. Bar Center in 2019, it was evident Larissa Mañón Mervin was a rising star within the legal profession and Legal Aid of North Carolina (LANC). At the time, Mervin served as a Staff Attorney at LANC’s Concord location. In 2020,
- [New Possibilities With ChatGPT: Two Professors Weigh In On AI And Legal Education](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-05/new-possibilities-with-chatgpt-two-professors-weigh-in-on-ai-and-legal-education/) - Since November 30, 2022, when ChatGPT was first introduced, it has made headlines. Only two months after it was opened to the public, approximately 100 million unique users signed up to test out the new tool. For the legal community in particular, ChatGPT’s abilities are of interest. This new technology can draft contracts, and it
- [Dispute Resolution Section Presents First Harmony Award to Deb Dilman](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-05/dispute-resolution-section-presents-first-harmony-award-to-deb-dilman/) - The NCBA Dispute Resolution Section honored Deborah Lynn (Deb) Dilman of Southpark Family Law in Charlotte on March 9 as the first recipient of the Harmony Award. The new award, which recognizes outstanding pro bono service by a member of the section, was presented by Pro Bono Committee Co-Chair Salim Ali Uqdah in conjunction with
- [Recognition](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-05/recognition/) - Recognition is a regular feature of NC Lawyer. To submit notices, email Russell Rawlings. James K. (Jim) Dorsett III of Smith Anderson in Raleigh recently received the Judge David Daniel Award for Excellence in the Legal Community from the Eastern District of North Carolina (EDNC) chapter of the Federal Bar Association. The award, which annually
- [Administrative Law Section Honors NCSOS General Counsel Ann Wall](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-05/administrative-law-section-honors-ncsos-general-counsel-ann-wall/) - Ann Wall, who serves as General Counsel for the N.C. Department of the Secretary of State, was honored on March 24 as the sixth recipient of the NCBA Administrative Law Section’s Administrative Law Award for Excellence. Section Chair Bain Jones presented the award during the section’s annual meeting and CLE at the N.C. Bar Center.
- [A Mediator's Journeys to Belarus, Ukraine And the Post-Soviet World](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-05/a-mediators-journeys-to-belarus-ukraine-and-the-post-soviet-world/) - In early 2014 Belarus passed a law establishing the practice of mediation and adopted rules for training and certification of mediators. In April of that year, through Community Connections, a U.S. State Department program, a group of ten Belarusians interested in mediation was hosted in Raleigh by International Focus and spent three weeks visiting with
- [Wills for Heroes Still Going Strong After 16 Years](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-05/wills-for-heroes-still-going-strong-after-16-years/) - Bianca Simmons was a 10th grader at Southwest High School near Jacksonville when the North Carolina Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Division hosted its first Wills for Heroes Clinic in October of 2007. But Simmons, who now serves as pro bono programs coordinator for the North Carolina Bar Foundation, is quickly making up for lost time
- [NCBF Endowment Justice Fund Honors Memory of Robert C. Cone](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-05/ncbf-endowment-justice-fund-honors-memory-of-robert-c-cone/) - The Robert C. Cone Justice Fund has been established by the North Carolina Bar Foundation Endowment in memory of the beloved Greensboro attorney, who died on March 18, 2017, at the age of 65 following a courageous battle with a rare cancer. The Justice Fund is made possible through the generosity of his wife, Sally
- [The More Things Change, The More 4ALL Stays The Same](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-05/the-more-things-change-the-more-4all-stays-the-same/) - With apologies to French writer Jean-Baptiste Alphonse Karr, the most memorable statement of his career translates into English as “the more things change, the more they stay the same.” However, in light of the various iterations of call-in procedures 4ALL has utilized since its inception in 2008, the modified statement referenced above is certainly applicable
- [Katie Riddle’s Secrets for Success](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-05/katie-riddles-secrets-for-success/) - Katie Riddle is a paralegal by day, a law student by night, and a parent 24/7. Working full-time, attending law school in the evenings, and finding time to volunteer – one might wonder how it is possible to do it all and to thrive. But Riddle has set a goal to earn her law degree
- [Judicial Role Suits Past President Jacqueline Grant Perfectly](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-05/judicial-role-suits-past-president-jacqueline-grant-perfectly/) - Not long after she completed her service as president of the North Carolina Bar Association, Jacqueline Grant was trying out an entirely different gavel as Buncombe County’s newest Superior Court judge. Turns out the gavel and the role suit her just fine. Grant, who served as the 124th president of the NCBA in 2018-19, was
- [How to “Declunkify” Your Legal Writing: Three Key Strategies](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-05/how-to-declunkify-your-legal-writing-three-key-strategies/) - I’m not a fan of neologisms—newly developed or coined words that fall into mainstream usage and gain a foothold. (Think “mansplain” or “staycation” or “bromance.”) As someone whose bread and butter comes from teaching students to use words thoughtfully and precisely, I find neologisms distracting and annoying, especially when I see them in writing. But
- [Technology and Well-Being: Cause, Cure, or Control?](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-05/technology-and-well-being-cause-cure-or-control/) - May is Mental Health Awareness Month. But mental health and wellness should be a lifelong focus, especially for lawyers and judges. Numerous studies over the years have found that lawyers, due to the demands of the profession, are more prone to burnout, stress, anxiety, depression, and substance abuse than individuals in many other professions. The
- [Sam Ervin IV Becomes Third-Generation Recipient of Liberty Bell Award](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-05/sam-ervin-iv-becomes-third-generation-recipient-of-liberty-bell-award/) - Samuel James Ervin, IV, of Morganton is the 2023 recipient of the North Carolina Bar Association’s Liberty Bell Award. The award is presented annually by the Young Lawyers Division in conjunction with Law Day. Ervin was recognized on Friday, May 5, during the Law Day awards ceremony in Raleigh. The award has now been presented
- [Annual Meeting Programs Build on Ties Between Wilmington Coup, NCBA Founding](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-05/annual-meeting-programs-build-on-ties-between-wilmington-coup-ncba-founding/) - On November 10, 1898, the duly elected government and thriving Black community in Wilmington was overthrown and violently run out of town. Many businessmen, civic leaders, and families were faced with the horrifying option of either leaving their homes, businesses, and positions or facing death. In a matter of hours, a new government was installed,
- [President’s Perspective](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-05/presidents-perspective/) - Pro Humanitate: “We Are The World” As a Wake Forest University School of Law alumni, the University’s Pro Humanitate mindset is entrenched into the hearts of its students from the first day one arrives on campus. This commitment to the betterment of humanity is presented not as a “check the box” obligation but as a
- [Leading Off](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-05/leading-off/) - Welcome to the May 2023 edition of North Carolina Lawyer magazine, the flagship publication of the North Carolina Bar Association. President Clayton Morgan, a graduate of Wake Forest University School of Law, draws inspiration for his final President’s Perspective from the university motto, Pro Humanitate (For Humanity), and a “commitment to the betterment of humanity”
- [May 2023](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-05/)
- [Elizabeth Croom Receives Government & Public Sector Section Award](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-05/elizabeth-croom-receives-government-public-sector-section-award/) - Elizabeth Croom, who serves as Deputy Legal Counsel for Technology and Innovation at the N.C. Administrative Office of the Courts, is the 2023 recipient of the NCBA Government and Public Sector Section’s Grainger Barrett Award for Excellence. The award honors “an outstanding government or public sector attorney as an exemplar of the excellence, dedication and
- [Introducing Ebony Bryant, NCBA’s First Director Of Diversity And Inclusion](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-02/introducing-ebony-bryant-ncbas-first-director-of-diversity-and-inclusion/) - By Russell Rawlings The 2020 Report on Relationships Between the NCBA and Systemic Racism resulted in unanimous action by the NCBA Board of Governors acknowledging “the role that several of its founding members and early officers had in the white supremacy campaign of 1898, the Wilmington Massacre and Coup D’etat of 1898, and the institution
- [President's Perspective](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-02/presidents-perspective/) - (Note: As your President and in honor of Black History Month, I felt it appropriate to highlight notable North Carolina Black attorneys and spotlight their actions to improve our state and profession. However, I quickly discerned my dilemma. There were many renowned Black attorneys (along with their accomplishments) who I desired to write about, but
- [Richard Sparkman Receives Bankruptcy Section Lifetime Achievement Award](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-02/richard-sparkman-receives-bankruptcy-section-lifetime-achievement-award/) - Richard Sparkman of Richard D. Sparkman & Associates, Attorneys at Law, in Angier recently received the NCBA Bankruptcy Section’s Lifetime Achievement Award. The award was presented in November during the section’s annual meeting at the Grandover Resort & Conference Center in Greensboro by Andy Tarr, who chaired the Awards Committee. Sparkman is a past chair
- [NCBA Criminal Justice Section Presents Gilchrist/Smith Awards](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-02/ncba-criminal-justice-section-presents-gilchrist-smith-awards/) - The NCBA Criminal Justice Section recently presented the 14th Annual Peter S. Gilchrist III & Wade M. Smith Awards to Randolph County District Attorney Andrew M. Gregson (Gilchrist Award) and Chief Pitt County Public Defender Robert Carl (Bert) Kemp III (Smith Award). The awards are named for their initial recipients, former Mecklenburg County District Attorney
- [Dean Rich Leonard Pens “From Welcome to Windhoek: A Judge’s Journey” Under New LM Press Publishing Arm](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-02/dean-rich-leonard-pens-from-welcome-to-windhoek-a-judges-journey-under-new-lm-press-publishing-arm/) - Rich Leonard’s remarkable journey is truly a tale of two continents. Much of the North American adventure is widely known, from serving as the nation’s youngest U.S. District Court Clerk to serving as a U.S. Bankruptcy Judge to serving as dean of Campbell Law School. Amidst these duties, any one of which would form the
- [16th Annual NCBF 4ALL Statewide Service Day March 3](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-02/16th-annual-ncbf-4all-statewide-service-day-march-3/) - The 16th installment of the North Carolina Bar Foundation’s 4ALL Statewide Service Day will take place on Friday, March 3. Throughout the day, operating in two-hour shifts from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., NCBA members will join together to answer legal questions from North Carolina citizens for free. The event, which began in 2008 as
- [Leading Off](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-02/leading-off-february-2023/) - Welcome to the February 2023 edition of North Carolina Lawyer magazine, the flagship publication of the North Carolina Bar Association. In conjunction with Black History Month, President Clayton Morgan devotes the President’s Perspective to a pivotal moment in his law school experience – the day he visited the U.S. Supreme Court and witnessed “childhood champion”
- [In Community, There Is Joy: Gadalla Reflects On Her Year As Paralegal Division Chair, Celebrates Team Of Leaders](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-02/in-community-there-is-joy-gadalla-reflects-on-her-year-as-paralegal-division-chair-celebrates-team-of-leaders/) - Belonging to a community committed to serving others is one of the surest avenues for experiencing joy. “I have always felt that if there's some way that I can give back to the community and be a part of it, I want to do that,” says Yazmeen Gadalla, 2022-23 chair of the Paralegal Division. When
- [A Journey Abroad And Beyond: Jasmine McGhee’s Travels As An Eisenhower Fellow](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-02/a-journey-abroad-and-beyond-jasmine-mcghees-travels-as-an-eisenhower-fellow/) - Jasmine McGhee is Special Deputy Attorney General and Director of the Public Protection Section with the North Carolina Department of Justice. A native of North Carolina, McGhee earned her undergraduate degree at UNC, graduating with honors and distinction. She moved to New York to attend Columbia Law School, where she was a member of the
- [2023 NCBarBlog Author Spotlight: A Tapestry Of Posts From The Last Eight Years](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-02/2023-ncbarblog-author-spotlight-a-tapestry-of-posts-from-the-last-eight-years/) - Writing is like creating a beautiful tapestry. With each word, the author weaves in a new color to the fabric until the masterpiece is complete. Imagine a tapestry in progress with thousands of threads, one that countless artisans work on together. As more people begin to interweave the threads of their stories, the tapestry begins
- [Recognition](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-02/recognition/) - Recognition is a regular feature of NC Lawyer. To submit notices, email Russell Rawlings. Courtney M. Achee of Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP in Charlotte has been appointed to a two-year term as chair of the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) KnowledgeNet Charlotte Chapter. IAPP KnowledgeNet Chapters bring local privacy communities together through educational
- [Labor & Employment Law Section Honors Geraldine Sumter](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-02/labor-employment-law-section-honors-geraldine-sumter/) - The NCBA Labor & Employment Law Section presented its Distinguished Practitioner and Service Award to Geraldine Sumter of Charlotte on Saturday, November 5, in Asheville. The award was presented by John Gresham at the section’s annual meeting and 38th Annual NC/SC Labor & Employment Law Program. Gresham, Ann Anderson and Griff Morgan co-chaired the Labor
- [Jennifer Lyday Receives Bankruptcy Section Pro Bono Award](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-02/jennifer-lyday-receives-bankruptcy-section-pro-bono-award/) - The NCBA Bankruptcy Section presented its Outstanding Achievement in Pro Bono Award last fall to Jennifer Lyday, a partner at Waldrep Wall Babcock & Bailey PLLC in Winston-Salem. Jamey Lowdermilk, who serves as co-chair of the section’s Pro Bono Committee along with Tyler Russell, presented the award. “Jennifer has a long and laudable history contributing
- [Get Involved And Engaged, Senior Lawyers Division Leadership Beckons](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-02/get-involved-and-engaged-senior-lawyers-division-leadership-beckons/) - Two longtime leaders of the legal profession, in keeping with the grandest tradition of the NCBA Senior Lawyers Division (SLD), are devoting their time and attention toward increasing involvement and engagement in the division this year. Judge Richard Doughton of Sparta, who currently serves as chair, and Judge Robert C. Hunter of Marion, who serves
- [Making Defined Terms Work For Your Legal Reader](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-02/making-defined-terms-work-for-your-legal-reader/) - I can’t count the number of times in my twenty-four years as a legal writing professor that I’ve had the following exchange with new acquaintances: “So what do you do for a living?” “I teach legal writing at Wake Forest Law.” “Oh, so you’re the one who teaches law students how to write so that
- [Tech Tips For eFiling In North Carolina](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-02/tech-tips-for-efiling-in-north-carolina/) - The pilot for the eCourts launch in North Carolina went live on February 13 in Wake, Lee, Harnett, and Johnston counties. There are several components of the eCourts system. Tyler Technologys’ Odyssey is the integrated suite of products for attorneys, court personnel and the public that will replace 40+ legacy systems for eFiling, financial management,
- [February 2023](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2023-02/)
- [August 2022](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-08/)
- [Young Lawyers Division Announces Recipients of Humphrey Justice Fund Scholarship](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-11/young-lawyers-division-announces-recipients-of-humphrey-justice-fund-scholarship/) - Thanks to the North Carolina Bar Foundation Endowment’s Hubert B. Humphrey Justice Fund, three individuals have received scholarships for college this year. The Young Lawyers Division selected the individuals for the award, which was established for children of slain or permanently disabled North Carolina law enforcement officers. This year, $5,858 was awarded. The 2022-23 recipients
- [Law Professor Tiffany Atkins Receives 2022 Diversity Award, Discusses Generation Z and Advocacy](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-11/law-professor-tiffany-atkins-receives-2022-diversity-award-discusses-generation-z-and-advocacy/) - Tiffany Atkins was recognized this July as the recipient of the Association of Legal Writing Directors 2022 Diversity Award. Atkins, an associate professor at Elon University School of Law, began her career as an attorney with Legal Aid of North Carolina. At Elon, she teaches courses in legal communication and writing, race and the law,
- [Bar Center Dedication Ceremony Expands Liberty Garden Recognitions](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-11/bar-center-dedication-ceremony-expands-liberty-garden-recognitions/) - The North Carolina Bar Foundation (NCBF) dedicated two new Liberty Garden Benches and 10 new Liberty Garden Stone Pavers in conjunction with the NCBF Dedication Ceremony on October 19. One Liberty Garden Bench was dedicated in memory of Chief Justice Emery Denny and Wallace Ashley Jr., and another Liberty Garden Bench was dedicated in memory
- [Harbinson Makes Strong Case For “Small Town USA”](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-11/harbinson-makes-strong-case-for-small-town-usa/) - A lot of people called it prison when I was growin' up But these are my roots and this is what I love 'Cause everybody knows me and I know them And I believe that's the way we were supposed to live I wouldn't trade one single day here in small town USA [1] Joel
- [Recognition](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-11/recognition/) - Recognition is a regular feature of NC Lawyer. To submit notices, email Russell Rawlings. Peter Bosman of Smith Anderson in Raleigh has been named president of the Raleigh/Durham Chapter of the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG), which operates "59 regional chapters worldwide and comprises more than 100,000 middle-market professionals who invest, own and advise growing
- [Walter Brock Receives Advocate’s Award](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-11/walter-brock-receives-advocates-award/) - The Litigation Section of the North Carolina Bar Association honored Walter E. Brock Jr. of Young Moore and Henderson in Raleigh on August 11 as the 14th recipient of The Advocate’s Award. The award is presented as merited to attorneys deemed as being “superstars” of the section and the legal profession. Matt Van Sickle, incoming
- [Fall YLD Happenings](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-11/fall-yld-happenings/) - The YLD has had a busy fall and a great start to the bar year. Leadership, committee chairs, and committee members have hit the ground running planning events for the year and connecting with one another through social events. Here’s a recap of everything we’ve been up to. We kicked off our year with our
- [Jamie Dean Is Making Technology More Accessible, One Day At A Time](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-11/jamie-dean-is-making-technology-more-accessible-one-day-at-a-time/) - Jamie Dean is a Senior Corporate Counsel with Microsoft. Before joining the technology field, he was a litigation attorney for 11 years. A member of the NCBA Professional Vitality Committee, Dean served as committee chair from 2021-2022. He is a former member of the United States Paralympic rowing team, which earned the silver medal in
- [President’s Perspective: A Wise Investment](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-11/presidents-perspective-a-wise-investment/) - Investing in the professional development of the next generation of attorneys is one of the best investments our members can ever make. Any organization is only as strong as its next generation of participants. A robust and viable pipeline is therefore the key to the North Carolina Bar Association continuing to advance its initiatives and
- [2022 NCBF Justice Fund Honorees Share Bonds of Service and Loyalty](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-11/2022-ncbf-justice-fund-honorees-share-bonds-of-service-and-loyalty/) - The North Carolina Bar Foundation dedicated five NCBF Endowment Justice Funds in 2022. One was dedicated on June 23 at the North Carolina Bar Association Annual Meeting at the Benton Convention Center in Winston-Salem and four were dedicated on October 19 at the N.C. Bar Center. The Annual Meeting ceremony was held in conjunction with
- [Sylvia X. Allen Portrait Unveiling Illuminates Legacy of Cumberland County Bar](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-11/sylvia-x-allen-portrait-unveiling-illuminates-legacy-of-cumberland-county-bar/) - On Friday, November 4, the UNC School of Law unveiled a portrait honoring its first Black female graduate, the late Sylvia X. Allen of Fayetteville. Commissioning of the portrait coincides with the establishment of an endowed scholarship honoring Allen, who was a member of the Class of 1962. Dean Martin Brinkley, a past president of
- [And I Quote . . . Working Quotations Into Your Documents Seamlessly](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-11/and-i-quote-working-quotations-into-your-documents-seamlessly/) - I often draw inspiration for my columns from my legal writing students; such is the case with this column. A recent assignment provided a perfect opportunity for my class to discuss the effective use of quotations in legal writing, and I recognized that my students’ questions were probably common to many practicing attorneys. So I
- [Three Reasons Lawyers Use BCC And Why To Stop](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-11/three-reasons-lawyers-use-bcc-and-why-to-stop/) - Lawyers often use BCC (blind carbon copy) in email to keep clients informed, to make it easier to capture sent email in the client folder, and to send email to multiple recipients. However, there are better and less risky ways to meet these goals. BCC To Keep Clients Informed Many attorneys, for the ease of
- [May 2022 Issue](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-05/)
- [Meet This Year’s Eight Citizen Lawyer Award Recipients](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-08/meet-this-years-eight-citizen-lawyer-award-recipients/) - How can one cultivate a lifelong devotion to service? One way is to learn from the lives of others who have made a lasting impression on their communities. The Citizen Lawyer Award is an opportunity to recognize and honor NCBA members who model the ideals of a citizen lawyer by volunteering their time through community
- [Lawyers, Members Seek Election to Congressional, Legislative Seats and Appellate Judgeships](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-08/lawyers-members-seek-election-to-congressional-legislative-seats-and-appellate-judgeships/) - The following North Carolina attorneys are seeking election in 2022 to the U.S. Senate, the U.S. House of Representatives, Supreme Court, Court of Appeals, and the General Assembly. Members of the North Carolina Bar Association are denoted in bold. Every effort has been made to compile a complete and accurate list. Please email dkarst@ncbar.org regarding
- [YLD Award Recipients Honored for Service to Their Communities](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-08/yld-award-recipients-honored-for-service-to-their-communities/) - Two YLD members, Michele Livingstone and Andrew Atkins, were recognized during the Annual Meeting Awards Dinner and Presidential Installation on Friday, June 24, 2022, as part of the 124th Annual Meeting held in Winston-Salem. Michele Livingstone is the recipient of this year’s Charles F. Blanchard Young Lawyer of the Year Award. Andrew Atkins is the
- [Sowing Seeds of Service: Grace Ward, 2022 Distinguished Paralegal Award Honoree](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-08/sowing-seeds-of-service-grace-ward-2022-distinguished-paralegal-award-honoree/) - Grace Ward is the recipient of the 2022 Distinguished Paralegal Award, an honor that is meaningful for her because it reflects her commitment to serving others in her community. Serving others is a value she shares with the attorneys she has worked with throughout her 36-year career. She describes how attorneys have spent time investing
- [New Division Leaders Serving In 2022-23](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-08/new-division-leaders-serving-in-2022-23/) - Three new leaders have begun their service as chairs of the Paralegal Division, Young Lawyers Division and Senior Lawyers Division of the North Carolina Bar Association in 2022-23. Yazmeen O. Gadalla will chair the Paralegal Division, Lisa Williford will chair the Young Lawyers Division, and Judge Richard Doughton will chair the Senior Lawyers Division. Paralegal
- [Haggard Receives Distinguished Service Award](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-08/haggard-receives-distinguished-service-award/) - Robert H. (Bob) Haggard of Fletcher became the fifth recipient of the NCBA Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Section’s Distinguished Service Award at the section’s recent annual meeting in Kiawah, S.C. The award was presented by Jimmy Narron, who along with Graham Holding, Betty Quick and the late Rudy Ogburn are previous recipients of the
- [President Clayton Morgan’s Installation Address](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-08/president-clayton-morgans-installation-address/) - Clayton D. Morgan of Raleigh was installed as the 128th president of the North Carolina Bar Association on Friday evening, June 24, at the NCBA Annual Meeting in Winston-Salem during the awards and installation dinner. He will also serve in 2022-23 as president of the North Carolina Bar Foundation. Chief Justice Paul Newby of the
- [2022 Legal Legends of Color Award Winners: “Why They Mattered”](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-08/2022-legal-legends-of-color-award-winners-why-they-mattered/) - The 2022 NCBA Annual Meeting in Winston-Salem featured recognition of four Legal Legends of Color. This marked the seventh time these awards have been presented by the Legal Legends of Color Subcommittee of the NCBA Minorities in the Profession Committee. Margaret Dudley, Georgia Jacquez Lewis, Arlinda F. Locklear and the late Judge Ola M. Lewis
- [The Heart of the Matter – Suzanne Chester Gives a Voice to Children Through The Child’s Advocate](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-08/the-heart-of-the-matter-suzanne-chester-gives-a-voice-to-children-through-the-childs-advocate/) - Attorneys such as Suzanne Chester make it possible for a child in a custody case to have an advocate in court – one who has their best interests at heart. Chester, director of The Child’s Advocate, is a champion for children’s rights. The program is dedicated to improving the lives of children in custody disputes
- [Legal Aid of North Carolina Leadership Transition, Anniversary Commemorated](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-08/legal-aid-of-north-carolina-earns-annual-meeting-headlines-with-recognition-of-george-hausen-new-ceo-announcement/) - It has been a long time since Legal Aid of North Carolina generated this much buzz at the NCBA Annual Meeting – 20 years to be exact. In 2002 the big news was the transition of Legal Services of North Carolina, which was established by the North Carolina Bar Association in 1976, into Legal Aid
- [Parliamentary Procedure, Robert’s Rules, and Jim Slaughter: Award-Winning Author Discusses Two New Books and More](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-08/parliamentary-procedure-roberts-rules-and-jim-slaughter-award-winning-author-discusses-two-new-books-and-more/) - Jim Slaughter is a partner and president of Law Firm Carolinas, which has six offices in the Carolinas and a significant real estate and community association practice. That’s his day job. In the additional hours that he remarkably squeezes from the 24-hour day, he is a frequent speaker and writer on matters of real estate,
- [Recognition](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-08/recognition/) - Recognition is a regular feature of NC Lawyer. To submit notices, email Russell Rawlings. Stephen Bell of Cranfill Sumner LLP in Wilmington has accepted an invitation to join IR Global, an invitation-only international organization “comprised of individuals from the highest-quality boutique and mid-sized firms with extensive experience in cross-border matters.” Bell handles civil and criminal
- [Education Law Section Honors Jonathan Blumberg](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-08/education-law-section-honors-jonathan-blumberg/) - The Education Law Section presented the Ann L. Majestic Distinguished Service Award to Jonathan A. Blumberg on Friday, April 8, during the section’s annual meeting in Raleigh. The award was presented by Kris Caudle, section chair. Blumberg engages in education law, employment law and litigation with Tharrington Smith in Raleigh, which he joined in 1988
- [Ben Edwards Receives Corporate Counselor’s Award](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-08/ben-edwards-receives-corporate-counselors-award/) - Ben Edwards of Greensboro recently became the fourth recipient of the Corporate Counselor’s Award, which was established by the NCBA Corporate Counsel Section to honor “superstars” of the profession. The award was presented in April during the section’s annual meeting by Christine Mazzone, section chair. Edwards serves as vice president and senior counsel for Lincoln
- [Bankruptcy Section Honors Terri Gardner](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-08/bankruptcy-section-honors-terri-gardner/) - Terri L. Gardner of Raleigh received the Lifetime Achievement Award this spring at the annual meeting of the NCBA Bankruptcy Section in Greensboro. Gardner retired in January following nearly 40 years of distinguished service with Nelson Mullins, Poyner Spruill and Smith Debnam Narron Drake Saintsing & Myers. Ashley Rusher, past chair of the Section and
- [Sink Accepts McKnight Award With Humble Grace That Has Defined His Career Of Nearly Six Decades](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-08/sink-accepts-mcknight-award-with-humble-grace-that-has-defined-his-career-of-nearly-six-decades/) - Echoing the sentiments of Robert C. (Bob) Sink, recipient of the 2022 H. Brent McKnight Renaissance Lawyer Award, thank you Ward McKeithan for your thoughtful nomination, and thanks to everyone who provided letters of support. Thank you all, for it would have been a shame to miss this opportunity to recognize Sink and illuminate the
- [NCBA Pro Bono Awards Have Linked Profession’s Highest Ideals With Mission of Serving the Public Since 1984](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-08/ncba-pro-bono-awards-have-linked-professions-highest-ideals-with-mission-of-serving-the-public-since-1984/) - “Every lawyer hopes from the first day of practice that he or she will have some professional opportunity that can benefit a lot of people.” Those words are as true today as they were in 1984 when Charlotte attorney John R. Wester spoke them in conjunction with the North Carolina Bar Association’s first Pro Bono
- [Newest Legal Practice Hall of Fame Members Discuss Induction, Careers and NCBA Membership](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-08/newest-legal-practice-hall-of-fame-members-discuss-induction-careers-and-ncba-membership/) - The 34th induction class of the North Carolina Bar Association’s Legal Practice Hall of Fame was honored on Friday, June 24, at the 2022 Annual Meeting in Winston-Salem during the Awards Dinner and Presidential Installation. This year’s inductees are: Richard T. Boyette, Cranfill Sumner LLP, Raleigh Kenneth Greene, Carruthers & Roth, P.A., Greensboro Joseph C.
- [Nan Hannah, Jared Smith Join Foundation Board; Stinson Re-Elected](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-08/nan-hannah-jared-smith-join-foundation-board-stinson-re-elected/) - Upon completion of 2022 NCBA Annual Meeting and the summer and organizational meetings of the NCBA Board of Governors and the NCBF Board of Directors, the NCBF Board of Directors has been finalized for 2022-23. New members of the board include Nan Hannah of Hannah Sheridan & Cochran, LLP in Raleigh, who has been elected
- [New Board Members, Vice Presidents Serving In 2022-23](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-08/new-board-members-vice-presidents-serving-in-2022-23/) - Seven new members of the NCBA Board of Governors were elected to three-year terms at the NCBA Annual Meeting in Winston-Salem on Friday, June 24, and will begin their service with the 2022-23 bar year. They are joined by four new vice presidents who were elected to one-year terms in April and an additional vice
- [Conciseness: Why It's Important And How To Achieve It](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-08/conciseness-why-its-important-and-how-to-achieve-it/) - In recent Writing That Works columns, I focused on precision and clarity, two of the hallmarks of good legal writing. Today’s column is devoted to the third hallmark—conciseness. I deliberately chose to address conciseness last, because I think it’s subordinate to the other two hallmarks; in other words, we shouldn’t sacrifice precision and clarity in
- [Why Your Firm Needs a Password Management Application](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-08/why-your-firm-needs-a-password-management-application/) - Passwords are the keys to your firm’s digital kingdom. Behind the doors are your client’s confidential and sensitive information, privileged correspondence, financial records, and more. With so many passwords to remember, the temptation to use the same one, the same variation of one, or something simple and easy to guess is very real. However, best
- [2022 NCBA Annual Meeting Features Judicial Independence Symposium](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-08/2022-ncba-annual-meeting-features-judicial-independence-symposium/) - The 2022 NCBA Annual Meeting featured the Judicial Independence Symposium on Friday, June 24. Over three one-hour sessions, panelists explored the current views of the judiciary and judicial independence in North Carolina, outlined current and potential methods of judicial selection, and discussed judicial independence in North Carolina today and in the future. The symposium was
- [Ramseur Brings Established Record of Leadership, Service Into New Role as President-Elect](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-08/ramseur-brings-established-record-of-leadership-service-into-new-role-as-president-elect/) - The election of Patti Ramseur of Ramseur Maultsby LLP in Greensboro as the new president-elect of the North Carolina Bar Association was greeted with abundant enthusiasm at the 2022 NCBA Annual Meeting in Winston-Salem. From her service as chair of the Young Lawyers Division through numerous responsibilities she has undertaken since, Ramseur is widely known
- [Leading Off](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-08/leading-off/) - Welcome to the August 2022 edition of North Carolina Lawyer magazine, the flagship publication of the North Carolina Bar Association. This edition is packed with coverage of the NCBA Annual Meeting, which was held in Winston-Salem on June 23-24 at the Benton Convention Center. Highlights from the first in-person annual meeting in three years begin
- [AMLF Planning Session Brings African Military Lawyers To Bar Center](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-05/africa-military-law-forum-planning-session-brings-senior-african-military-lawyers-to-n-c-bar-center/) - Senior military lawyers from 10 African nations traveled to North Carolina this spring to conduct an extensive planning session for the sixth Africa Military Law Forum, or AMLF, scheduled later this year in Gaborone, Botswana. Representatives from the U.S. Africa Command (USAFRICOM) Office of Legal Counsel, which supports the AMLF, and the North Carolina National
- [Adam Foodman May Have Left His Real Property Practice, But He’s Still Reaching New Heights In Renewable Energy](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-02/adam-foodman-may-have-left-his-real-property-practice-but-hes-still-reaching-new-heights-in-renewable-energy/) - When he last appeared in North Carolina Lawyer magazine in 2005, a younger Adam Foodman and his wife, Samantha, had just returned from climbing Mount Kilimanjaro. He had already served as chair of the NCBA Real Property Section, helped navigate the debate over laypersons conducting residential real estate closings, and appeared settled in for a
- [Unseen Risks And The Great Reshuffling](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-05/unseen-risks-and-the-great-reshuffling/) - The last few years have been extremely stressful, especially on the labor market. First, we had to rush to learn how to work from home. Employees were dealing with juggling work and childcare, eldercare, sudden and prolonged illness of themselves and family members, death, and a pervasive sense of unrest. As the pandemic dragged on
- [Leading Off](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-05/leading-off/) - Welcome to the May 2022 edition of North Carolina Lawyer magazine, the flagship publication of the North Carolina Bar Association. For the first time in three years, the North Carolina Bar Association is excited to resume in-person attendance at the NCBA Annual Meeting, scheduled June 23-24 in Winston-Salem. In his President’s Perspective, Jon Heyl reflects
- [Recognition](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-05/recognition/) - Recognition is a regular feature of NC Lawyer. To submit notices, email Russell Rawlings. Lyndey R. Z. Bryant of Adams and Reese LLP in Columbia, S.C., has joined the International Association of Defense Counsel, an “invitation-only global legal organization for attorneys who represent corporate and insurance interests.” Bryant currently serves on the executive committee of
- [Construction Law Section Honors David Layton With Evelyn M. Coman Award for Distinguished Service](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-05/construction-law-section-honors-david-layton-with-evelyn-m-coman-award-for-distinguished-service/) - David A. Layton of Gastonia is the ninth recipient of the Evelyn M. Coman Award for Distinguished Service in the Field of Construction Law. The award was established by the NCBA Construction Law Section in 2002 in memory of Coman, a founding member and past chair of the section. Nan Hannah, who is also a
- [Judge Mann Receives Administrative Law Award](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-05/judge-mann-receives-administrative-law-award/) - Judge Julian Mann, who served as chief administrative law judge and director of the N.C. Office of Administrative Hearings for more than three decades, was honored this spring as the fifth recipient of the North Carolina Bar Association Administrative Law Section’s Administrative Law Award for Excellence. Vice Chair Bain Jones presented the award to Mann,
- [John Sarratt Receives Peace Award](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-05/john-sarratt-receives-peace-award/) - When “Alternative Dispute Resolution in North Carolina: A New Civil Procedure,”[1] was published in 2003, no mention was made of collaborative law. Alternative dispute resolution, or ADR, was the new kid on the block, and collaborative law wasn’t even on the radar in North Carolina as a means of resolving most civil disputes. A decade
- [Tacker LeCarpentier Leading National Structured Settlements Trade Association](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-05/tacker-lecarpentier-leading-national-structured-settlements-trade-association/) - Tacker LeCarpentier of Raleigh, a longtime member of the North Carolina Bar Association and president of Settlement Planning Services, LLC, recently accepted the gavel as the new president of the National Structured Settlements Trade Association (NSSTA). LeCarpentier began his one-year term as president on Friday, May 6, at the organization’s annual meeting in Washington, D.C.,
- [Cheryl Howell, 2022 Liberty Bell Award Recipient, Found Her True Calling and Never Looked Back](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-05/cheryl-howell-2022-liberty-bell-award-recipient-found-her-true-calling-and-never-looked-back/) - Any indecision Cheryl Howell may have encountered upon entering the legal profession completely melted away when she joined what was then known as the UNC Institute of Government in 1992. “I have always believed that I am such an incredibly lucky person to have the job that I have,” said Howell, who serves as the
- [Member Profile: Jennifer Giordano-Coltart](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-05/member-profile-jennifer-giordano-coltart/) - Jennifer Giordano-Coltart is a patent law attorney and partner at Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP. As a partner on the firm’s Chemistry and Life Science Team, Jennifer represents clients in the health and life sciences fields. Prior to obtaining her law degree from Duke University, she earned a Ph.D. in molecular biology from Cornell University.
- [NCBA Past Presidents Answer 4ALL Phones From Home On NC Lawyers’ “Best Day”](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-05/ncba-past-presidents-answer-4all-phones-from-home-on-nc-lawyers-best-day/) - Caryn McNeill hits the nail on the head, as she so often does, when she proclaims that “people helping people is what pro bono is really about.” And that, she adds in reference to the North Carolina Bar Foundation’s 4ALL Statewide Service Day, “is why it always seems to me that the first Friday in
- [Making It Flow: One Key To Taking Your Writing From Good To Great](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-05/making-it-flow-one-key-to-taking-your-writing-from-good-to-great/) - Over twenty-three years of teaching legal writing, I have read many student briefs. Many, many student briefs. Each year, as I grade my students’ final briefs, I find myself reflecting on the same question: what really distinguishes a great brief from a good brief? It’s not usually the content; all of the students are working
- [A Letter From The YLD Chair](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-05/yld-column-a-letter-from-the-chair/) - Dear YLD Members: I write this column early one Sunday morning. My wife and children are asleep, the house is quiet and, as the sun peeks above the trees outside my window, it promises to be a beautiful spring day. I am filled with a renewed sense of hope and inspiration and not only because
- [4ALL’s Common Theme: NC Legal Community Is Continuing To Step Up](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-05/random-sample-of-4all-volunteers-reveals-common-theme-north-carolinas-legal-community-is-continuing-to-step-up/) - Every 4ALL Statewide Service Day is unique, perhaps none more so than in recent years as the North Carolina Bar Foundation worked through the challenges brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic. But for 15 years and counting, the success of every 4ALL event has hinged on the volunteer spirit of North Carolina’s legal community and
- [Rufus Edmisten Rediscovers His Roots As “The Weekend Gardener”](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-05/rufus-edmisten-rediscovers-his-roots-as-weekend-gardener/) - Throughout North Carolina and beyond, Rufus Edmisten is widely known as a political powerhouse. He served as Deputy Chief Counsel to the Watergate Committee under U.S. Sen. Sam Ervin, as this state’s Attorney General and Secretary of State, and since 1996 has maintained a governmental relations practice that is now known as Edmisten & Webb
- [Debbie Harris Leads North Carolina County Clerks Association In 2022](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-05/debbie-harris-leads-north-carolina-county-clerks-association-in-2022/) - Debbie Harris is Clerk to the Board of Davidson County. She was installed as president of the North Carolina County Clerks Association on March 17, 2022. Debbie previously served as chair of the NCBA Paralegal Division (2017-2018). In the following interview, she discusses her presidency, her NCBA leadership, and her paralegal background and education, which
- [We’re Back! See You In June At The 2022 NCBA Annual Meeting](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-05/were-back-see-you-in-june-at-the-2022-ncba-annual-meeting/) - I was standing along the back wall of the ballroom at the Biltmore in June 2019, watching the morning business session of the Annual Meeting wrap up. Friends and acquaintances, many of whom I knew primarily from prior Annual Meetings, would occasionally pass by on their way in or out and we would be able
- [Recognition](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-02/recognition/) - Recognition is a regular feature of NC Lawyer. To submit notices, email Russell Rawlings. Retired partner Corby Cochran Anderson of Bradley Arant Boult Cummings in Charlotte received the 2021 Ayscue Professionalism Award from the Mecklenburg County Bar in December. The award recognizes a current or former MCB member for exemplary professionalism through outstanding service to
- [NC IOLTA Strengthened By Strategic Plan, Longtime Involvement of NCBA Leadership](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-02/nc-iolta-strengthened-by-strategic-plan-longtime-involvement-of-ncba-leadership/) - Past President Shelby Benton’s recent report to the NCBA Board of Governors on behalf of NC IOLTA had a familiar ring to it. After all, a dozen past presidents of the North Carolina Bar Association have preceded her in serving on the IOLTA Board of Trustees. Benton, who currently serves as vice-chair, is the 13th
- [A League of Their Own: Six New Lawyers Reflect On Taking The July 2020 Bar Exam](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2020-11/a-league-of-their-own-bar-exam/) - What is it like to take the bar exam during a global pandemic? Some of the July 2020 exam takers did not hesitate to sign up for the exam. For others, it was more difficult as they weighed the stakes involved in moving forward. To pass the exam meant the possibility of landing a job
- [February 2022 Issue](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-02/)
- [Law Students Shine Light on Mental Health, Well-Being](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-02/law-students-shine-a-light-on-mental-health-well-being/) - Leah McLean, left, and Shelby Gilmer are NCBA Law Student Division members and 2021-22 Law Student Representatives. In this article, they discuss how law students can prioritize their mental health and set the stage for lifelong lawyer well-being. Leah McLean and Shelby Gilmer are raising awareness for mental health by sharing their experiences with law
- [A Glimpse Into the Lives of Lawyer-Writers: Three NCBarBlog Contributors Share Their Thoughts on Writing](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-02/a-glimpse-into-the-lives-of-lawyer-writers-three-ncbarblog-contributors-share-their-thoughts-on-writing/) - How can North Carolina attorneys bring together dual interests in writing and the law? For three NCBA members, the answer is simple: by writing pieces to be read on NCBarBlog. Writing well is a fundamental skill in a lawyer’s role. When it comes to writing outside of one’s practice, writing can be enjoyable, rewarding and
- [Brooker Named Third Recipient of Military and Veterans Law Section Award](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-02/brooker-named-third-recipient-of-military-and-veterans-law-section-award/) - John W. Brooker, director of the Military and Veterans Law Clinic at the University of North Carolina School of Law, is the third recipient of the Kirk Warner Award for Distinguished Service to the Military and Veterans Law Section. The award was presented recently at the law school by Patrick Daniel Wilson who currently serves
- [Criminal Justice Section Announces Award Recipients](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-02/criminal-justice-section-announces-award-recipients/) - The North Carolina Bar Association Criminal Justice Section has selected recipients for the 13th installment of the Peter S. Gilchrist III & Wade M. Smith Awards. The awards are named for their initial recipients, retired Mecklenburg County District Attorney Peter Gilchrist and esteemed defense attorney Wade Smith of Raleigh, who were honored in 2008 at
- [Anonymous Donor Establishes Justice Fund Unlike Any Other](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-02/anonymous-donor-establishes-justice-fund-unlike-any-other/) - More than 100 Justice Funds have been established through contributions to the North Carolina Bar Foundation Endowment. Lawyers from all across the state and all walks of life have been honored over the course of five decades. But never before has a Justice Fund been established anonymously, until now. The donor’s reason for doing so
- [Hausen’s Retirement From LANC Marks End of an Era, Beginning of Next Chapter In Career Driven by Service](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-02/hausens-retirement-from-lanc-marks-end-of-an-era-beginning-of-next-chapter-in-career-driven-by-service/) - When George Hausen burst onto the scene around the turn of the century, it was as if he had been shot from a cannon. As the founding executive director of the newly reconstituted and renamed Legal Aid of North Carolina, his impassioned approach as a tireless advocate for the civil legal needs of the poor
- [Bierman Completes Groundbreaking Tenure As Dean of Elon University School of Law](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-02/bierman-completes-groundbreaking-tenure-as-dean-of-elon-university-school-of-law/) - Luke Bierman completed his service as dean of the Elon University School of Law in December following commencement exercises for the Class of 2021. Senior Associate Dean Alan D. Woodlief Jr. will serve as interim dean through May 31 as the university conducts a national search for its fourth dean. Following a sabbatical, Bierman will
- [When 'Perfect' Isn't Possible: The Power of Consistency in Legal Writing](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-02/when-perfect-isnt-possible-the-power-of-consistency-in-legal-writing/) - In his bestseller, Atomic Habits, author and motivational speaker James Clear relates the following story about the danger of aiming for perfection. On the first day of class, Jerry Uelsmann, a professor at the University of Florida, divided his film photography students into two groups. Everyone on the left side of the classroom, he explained,
- [Techniques to Address Procrastination Tendencies ](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-02/techniques-to-address-procrastination-tendencies/) - Not all lawyers procrastinate. For those who do you, go ahead and blame the fact that you may be hardwired to do so. Most people who procrastinate are conscious of their tendency but do not necessarily do anything to address it. For some lawyers, procrastination may be a habit. Like all habits, it can be
- [Wills for Heroes Marks Milestone Year With Enhanced Technology and Support](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-02/wills-for-heroes-marks-milestone-year-with-enhanced-technology-and-support/) - Welcome to Wills for Heroes 2.0. The latest iteration of this longstanding North Carolina Bar Foundation pro bono program has been wired – literally – to provide simple wills, health care power of attorney and financial power of attorney documents for first responders and their families for years to come. “Through the challenges of the
- [4ALL Lives On In A “Big” Way, Just As Janet Ward Black Promised](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2022-02/4all-lives-on-in-big-way-just-as-janet-ward-black-promised/) - I remember being seated several rows up in the auditorium at the Bar Center when Janet Ward Black stepped up to the lectern. I was a young(ish) committee chair, my first leadership position with the Bar Association, and was seated among a number of other section and committee chairs for a meeting on the upcoming
- [November 2021 Issue](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-11/)
- [Shawana Almendarez, NCBA Paralegal Division Chair: On Leadership, Work and Service](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-11/shawana-almendarez-leads-the-ncba-paralegal-division-as-chair/) - Shawana Almendarez is chair of the Paralegal Division (2021-22). She is a paralegal in the City Attorney’s Office in Charlotte. In this conversation, she provides us a background on her leadership within the division, a glimpse into her work as a paralegal and what is on the horizon for the division this year. Shawana
- [Four College Students Receive Scholarships Funded By Humphrey Justice Fund](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-11/four-college-students-receive-scholarships-funded-by-humphrey-justice-fund/) - The Young Lawyers Division has selected four individuals as recipients of the scholarships for children of slain or permanently disabled North Carolina law enforcement officers. The funding for the scholarships is made possible by the Hubert B. Humphrey Justice Fund North Carolina Bar Foundation Endowment. The total amount of the scholarships for 2021-22 exceeded $5,000.
- [Meet Spencer Merriweather, Mecklenburg County DA And A Member of the North Carolina Bar Association](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-11/meet-spencer-merriweather-mecklenburg-county-da-and-a-member-of-the-north-carolina-bar-association/) - Spencer Merriweather has served as district attorney for the 26th Prosecutorial District (Mecklenburg County) since 2017, and for 10 years prior to his appointment served in that office as an assistant district attorney under District Attorneys Peter Gilchrist and Andrew Murray. A graduate of Princeton University (2000) and UNC School of Law (2005), Merriweather is
- [Mayor Zeb Smathers Guides Canton Through Aftermath of Tropical Storm Fred](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-11/canton-mayor-zeb-smathers-guides-canton-through-aftermath-of-tropical-storm-fred/) - Tropical Storm Fred slammed through Haywood County on August 17, leaving a swath of death and destruction that is all too familiar to this part of Western North Carolina. It had only been 17 years since the remnants of hurricanes Ivan and Francis left their mark on the Town of Canton and surrounding communities over
- [Leading Off](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-11/leading-off/) - Welcome to the November 2021 edition of North Carolina Lawyer magazine, the flagship publication of the North Carolina Bar Association. President Jon Heyl sets the stage for this edition in the President’s Perspective, which focuses on how the important work of the NCBA and the North Carolina Bar Foundation has continued “unabated” despite the ongoing
- [51 Years Strong: Two Colleagues Reflect on More Than Half a Century of Legal Experience](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-11/51-years-strong-two-colleagues-reflect-on-more-than-half-a-century-of-legal-experience/) - What is the key to maintaining a professional relationship that stands the test of time – 51 years, to be exact? For NCBA member Marshall LaFar and Susan Kelley, who have been colleagues for over half a century, valuing what is best for the other person is at the heart of their success. Marshall
- [The Tiny Moments](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-11/the-tiny-moments/) - There have been a few times over the course of my career when I’ve thought long and hard about why I became a lawyer. My practice is probably like yours in that it keeps me so busy I’m usually moving from one task to the next, with little if any time to step back and
- [Honor Restored And Honors Presented: Veteran, Law Students Warm The Heart](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-11/honor-restored-and-honors-presented-veteran-law-students-warm-the-heart/) - Late on a cold and gray November afternoon, an audience gathered beneath a tent in Chapel Hill. Their purpose was to honor John Spencer, a veteran of the U.S. Army who was denied fair treatment following his service in Vietnam more than 50 years ago. An annoying drizzle persisted. Martin Brinkley, dean of the UNC
- [Overby Recalls Draft and Military Service In “Just Ordinary Soldiers: Recollections of a Cold War Vet”](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-11/overby-recalls-draft-and-military-service-in-just-ordinary-soldiers-recollections-of-a-cold-war-vet/) - Administrative Law Judge Melissa Lassiter, in a recent NCBarBlog post, brings to light Judge Don Overby’s story, which is masterfully told in his book, “Just Ordinary Soldiers: Recollections of a Cold War Vet.” The post itself, accessible here on the Administrative Law Section blog, is also well worth your time. Published in June, Lassiter’s article
- [Competency – It’s Required of All of Us](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-11/competency-its-required-of-all-of-us/) - My wife and I recently managed to close on a new house in the midst of the hyper-competitive Raleigh housing market. Actually finding a house that we could make an offer on before someone else swooped in with an all-cash offer or ridiculously short closing felt a little like an episode of HGTV’s House Hunters
- [Doris Bray Serving as Chair of NCBA Senior Lawyers Division](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-11/doris-bray-serving-as-chair-of-ncba-senior-lawyers-division/) - Being first chair, as one writer so ably puts it, “means that you’re not only the best at your instrument, but you’re the leader of your group.” The description certainly applies to Doris Bray of Greensboro, who is serving as chair of the NCBA Senior Lawyers Division in 2021-22. Over the course of a legal
- [Parallel Structure: A Strategy for Improving the Simplicity, Power, and Beauty of Your Legal Writing](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-11/parallel-structure-a-strategy-for-improving-the-simplicity-power-and-beauty-of-your-legal-writing/) - “Use parallel structure here, for greater readability.” I don’t know how many times I’ve written that comment on students’ memo and brief drafts. I do know that the majority of those times, I’ve gotten this follow-up question: “Can you explain exactly what you mean by parallel structure?” It’s a hard writing technique to explain, which
- [Talece Y. Hunter Plays The Hand She Was Dealt Remarkably Well](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-11/talece-y-hunter-plays-the-hand-she-was-dealt-remarkably-well/) - “That was the hand I was dealt.” When Talece Hunter spoke those words four years ago, she was referring to her plight as a student at a law school that no longer existed. Charlotte School of Law had just closed its doors, and Hunter wasn’t sure what her next steps would be. Everyone who ever
- [MaryJane Richardson: On the Power of Being Mentored and Mentoring Others](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-11/maryjane-richardson-on-the-power-of-being-mentored-and-mentoring-others/) - MaryJane Richardson is an Assistant District Attorney for District 16B in Robeson County, where she has practiced for five years. Recently, we talked with her about her work as a prosecutor, mentors who have inspired her, and strategies for building strong relationships with mentors at any stage in one’s career. For MaryJane Richardson, serving
- [President’s Perspective: Important Work Of NCBA+NCBF Continues “Unabated”](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-11/presidents-perspective-important-work-of-ncbancbf-continues-unabated/) - When we gathered (virtually) in June for our Annual Meeting, I think many of us felt that we were on the path to a complete reopening of society, with a return to unrestricted meetings and social events a la 2019. The ensuing surge of the Delta variant, of course, wrote a different next chapter in
- [Boost Your Charitable Impact with a Donor Advised Fund](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-11/boost-your-charitable-impact-with-a-donor-advised-fund/) - Charitable donations are the lifeblood of colleges, faith communities and nonprofits. Imagine the human suffering in our communities without homeless shelters, food banks and crisis assistance nonprofits. Community symphonies and arts programs enrich us all. Land conservancy and environmental groups assure a greener world for generations to come. Lawyers know better than anyone the critical
- [Templates – From Simple to Sublime](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-11/templates-from-simple-to-sublime/) - Do you ever pull up an old document and use it as a template for a new document? Find and replace text, copy and paste clauses, look for party names and information to insert? This method is slow and inefficient, plus it provides opportunities for errors. There is a better way! While the time commitment
- [Recognition](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-11/recognition/) - Recognition is a regular feature of NC Lawyer. To submit notices, email Russell Rawlings. Martin Brinkley, dean of the UNC School of Law and an attorney with Smith Anderson in Raleigh, has been named a William Rand Kenan Jr. Distinguished Professor by the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Brinkley has served as dean
- [Former Chief Judge Martin Inducted Into Council of Chief Judges of the State Courts of Appeal Hall of Fame](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-11/former-chief-judge-martin-inducted-into-council-of-chief-judges-of-the-state-courts-of-appeal-hall-of-fame/) - John C. Martin, former Chief Judge of the N.C. Court of Appeals, was recently inducted into the Council of Chief Judges of the State Courts of Appeal Hall of Fame. The induction ceremony was held during the organization’s 42nd Annual Conference, which took place October 24-30 in Boston. The honor came as a surprise to
- [Jon Heyl Installed as 127th NCBA President](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-08/jon-heyl-installed-as-127th-ncba-president/) - Jon Heyl of Charlotte was installed on Friday, June 18, as the 127th president of the North Carolina Bar Association, succeeding Mark Holt of Raleigh. Heyl will also serve as president of the North Carolina Bar Foundation in 2021-22. Senior Associate Justice Robin Hudson of the Supreme Court of North Carolina administered the oath of
- [August 2021 Issue](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-08/)
- [Don’t Eschew The Comma!](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-08/dont-eschew-the-comma/) - “No wonder feelings run high about the comma. When it comes to improving the clarity of a sentence, you can nearly always argue that one should go in; you can nearly always argue that one should come out.” – Lynne Truss, Eats, Shoots & Leaves I often find myself wishing that my students’ feelings about
- [2021 Legal Legends of Color Honorees: ‘The Impact of a Legend is Endless’](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-08/2021-legal-legends-of-color-honorees-the-impact-of-a-legend-is-endless/) - Gwendolyn W. Lewis, writing for the Minorities in the Profession Committee on NCBarBlog, provides the perfect description of this year’s Legal Legends of Color Award recipients when she writes, “The impact of a Legend is endless . . . .” “Impact breeds more impact,” Lewis begins. “For six years now, the Legal Legends of Color
- [Serving Statewide Across A Very Wide State: Pro Bono Needs Are Evident In Every District](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-08/serving-statewide-across-a-very-wide-state-pro-bono-needs-are-evident-in-every-district/) - When the fifth edition of the North Carolina Pro Bono Honor Society was announced earlier this year, Foundation and Development Manager Jared Smith of the N.C. Equal Access to Justice Commission included a listing of the pro bono attorneys by judicial district. In so doing, Smith helped underscore a very important aspect of the N.C.
- [With Abundant Population Comes Abundant Need: Metropolitan-Area Attorneys Are Answering The Call](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-08/with-abundant-population-comes-abundant-need-metropolitan-area-attorneys-are-answering-the-call/) - More than half of North Carolina’s citizens reside in the state’s three largest metropolitan statistical areas, commonly known as the Triad (Greensboro, Winston-Salem, High Point), the Triangle (Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill) and the Charlotte area (Charlotte, Concord, Gastonia). Numbering well over six million residents, these areas are home to the state’s largest universities and many
- [Parker Takes Helm As Lawyers Mutual Chair](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-08/parker-takes-helm-as-lawyers-mutual-chair/) - Sharon L. Parker of Marion is the new chairperson of the Lawyers Mutual Liability Insurance Company of North Carolina Board of Directors. She is only the fifth individual – and first woman – to lead the organization, which was organized by members of the North Carolina Bar Association in 1977 when all other professional liability
- [My Blackboard Mind](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-08/my-blackboard-mind/) - The following essay was contributed by Coleman Cowan and is presented here in appreciation for mentors past, present and future, and the lives they have transformed. No one succeeds by themselves. Look behind any successful person, and there is likely to be a mentor who has shaped the way that person thinks not only about
- [2021 Legal Legends of Color: Karen Bethea-Shields, Durham](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-08/2021-legal-legends-of-color-karen-bethea-shields-durham/) - When Karen Bethea-Shields learned that she was being honored by the Minorities in the Profession Committee of the North Carolina Bar Association as a recipient of the Legal Legends of Color Award, she admittedly did not know much about the award. So she did her homework. “I was completely surprised and very humbled,” Bethea-Shields said.
- [Not Terribly Technical Tools for Your Law Firm Website](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-08/not-terribly-technical-tools-for-your-law-firm-website/) - If your firm has a website, you know that “set it and forget it” will not get you much return for your investment. There are a lot of tools that can help you understand if your website needs a tune-up or if it needs an overhaul to help you put your best foot forward online.
- [2021 Legal Legends of Color: Judge Elreta Melton Alexander](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-08/2021-legal-legends-of-color-judge-elreta-melton-alexander/) - Judge Elreta Melton Alexander was honored posthumously this year as a recipient of the Legal Legends of Color Award. The groundbreaking attorney and judge from Greensboro died in 1998 after a lifetime of accomplishments and firsts that are indeed the stuff of legend. Former Chief Justice Henry Frye, honored in 2016 when the NCBA Minorities
- [New NCBA Board Members, Vice Presidents Announced](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-08/new-ncba-board-members-vice-presidents-announced/) - The North Carolina Bar Association elected seven new members to the Board of Governors during the 2021 NCBA Annual Meeting, held Friday, June 18, at the N.C. Bar Center in Cary. The new board members, who will serve three-year terms, are: Alison Ashe-Card Alison Ashe-Card serves as Associate Director, Diversity & Inclusion in the Office
- [Clayton Morgan Elected NCBA President-Elect](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-08/clayton-morgan-elected-ncba-president-elect/) - Clayton D. Morgan of Raleigh is the new president-elect of the North Carolina Bar Association. He was elected on Friday, June 18, during the 2021 NCBA Annual Meeting at the N.C. Bar Center. Morgan will be installed as the 128th president of the NCBA next June at the 2022 Annual Meeting in Wilmington, and will
- [Recognition](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-08/recognition/) - Recognition is a regular feature of NC Lawyer. To submit notices, email Russell Rawlings. Janet Ward Black of Ward Black Law in Greensboro was selected by the North Carolina Advocates for Justice as the recipient of the Walter Clark Award, the organization’s highest honor, in recognition of “her extraordinary service, not only to the organization
- [North Carolina Pro Bono Honor Society Shines Bright Light On NCBA+NCBF](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-08/north-carolina-pro-bono-honor-society/) - “The North Carolina Pro Bono Honor Society celebrates those attorneys who have met their professional responsibility enshrined in Rule 6.1, increasing access to justice for those in need. The Society allows the North Carolina legal profession to celebrate the importance of attorney volunteerism and encourage colleagues and peers to get involved.” The fifth edition of
- [Find Your Path With the YLD](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-08/find-your-path-with-the-yld/) - Welcome to the 2021-2022 Bar Year! I am thrilled and honored to serve the young lawyers of our Association as YLD Chair. We have lots planned for the coming year. I hope you will read on to learn a little about our efforts, and I hope even more that you will get involved – either
- [2021 Legal Legends of Color: Julian Pierce](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-08/2021-legal-legends-of-color-julian-pierce/) - The Minorities in the Profession Committee of the North Carolina Bar Association honored Julian Pierce as a Legal Legend of Color at the 2021 NCBA Annual Meeting. The award was presented posthumously to Pierce, who was murdered in 1988 while seeking election to the Superior Court bench in Robeson County. A graduate of the University
- [2021 Legal Legends of Color: Professor James E. Coleman Jr.](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-08/2021-legal-legends-of-color-professor-james-e-coleman-jr/) - Receiving the Legal Legends of Color Award from the NCBA Minorities in the Profession Committee at the 2021 NCBA Annual Meeting carries special meaning for Professor James E. Coleman Jr., whose remarkable career has come full circle – from North Carolina to Ivy League schools and major American cities back to North Carolina. “It is
- [2021 Legal Legends of Color: Judge Wanda Bryant](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-08/2021-legal-legends-of-color-judge-wanda-bryant/) - What does it mean to be a Legal Legend of Color? “First of all, it means I am getting pretty old,” jokes Wanda Bryant when discussing her recent recognition. The Minorities in the Profession Committee of the North Carolina Bar Association honored Judge Bryant at the 2021 Annual Meeting as a member of the sixth
- [Elections, Appointments Complete 2021-2022 NCBF Board](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-08/elections-appointments-complete-2021-2022-ncbf-board/) - Under the amended North Carolina Bar Foundation bylaws, effective June 22, 2019, the NCBF Board of Directors includes six at-large members who do not serve concurrently on the NCBA Board of Governors, and the chairs of the Foundation’s three standing committees. The NCBF Board of Directors also includes 17 members of the NCBA Board of
- [Leila Hicks Shares 3 Essential Tips for Law Students, Plus 9 Student Reps Offer Their Perspectives](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-02/law-student-division/) - We recently spoke with Leila Hicks, NCBA Young Lawyers Division Law Student Division Director, and nine NCBA Law Student Representatives, who describe how the Law Student Division is an important resource for students, especially this year. “When people graduate from law school with confidence, I think that it sets them on a really great
- [May 2021 Issue](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-05/)
- [2021 NCBA Annual Meeting: Awards Galore And More](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-05/am21/) - The 123rd Annual Meeting of the North Carolina Bar Association will be held on Thursday and Friday, June 17-18. A virtual format is being utilized once again this year, but the agenda and experience will more closely resemble annual meetings from years past. This is especially true when it comes to the presentation of awards,
- [NCBA Member Profile: Tawanda Foster Artis](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-05/tawanda-foster-artis/) - Tawanda Foster Artis Reflects on Her Career Tawanda Foster Artis is General Counsel for the NC Community Colleges System. In this interview, she describes her career path, the mentors who influenced her, and her experiences in the different roles she has held. As Senior Staff Attorney with the N.C. General Assembly, one of her achievements
- [Leading Off](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-05/leading-off/) - Welcome to the May 2021 digital edition of North Carolina Lawyer, the flagship publication of the North Carolina Bar Association. What a year! In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the important work of the NCBA and North Carolina Bar Foundation has continued in earnest. President Mark Holt provides an excellent summary of recent and
- [Leading Off](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-02/leading-off/) - Welcome to the February 2021 edition of North Carolina Lawyer, the flagship publication of the North Carolina Bar Association. As the COVID-19 pandemic enters its second year, we are pleased to report that the important work of the NCBA and the North Carolina Bar Foundation continues in earnest. Our members are doing a remarkable job
- [President's Perspective](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-05/presidents-perspective/) - Your Commitment Means So Much Your commitment to NCBA + NCBF during this bar year means so much. I am deeply grateful for your passion, perseverance and steadfast dedication to our mission, our profession and the public we serve. As we approach and plan for a new bar year, your continuing commitment is vital. President-Elect
- [Now and Then: 2L Student Adhitya Mahesh Looks Back on the Year](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-05/adhitya-mahesh/) - We talked with Adhitya Mahesh, a 2L law student at the University of North Carolina School of Law, as his second year of law school draws to a close. In this interview, Adhitya reflects on all he has learned and accomplished this year. He shares significant milestones and offers advice to incoming law students. This
- [Judge Gale Receives ACBD Section Distinguished Service Award](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-05/gale-acbd-award/) - The NCBA Antitrust & Complex Business Disputes Law Section presented its Distinguished Service Award to Senior Business Court Judge James L. Gale on April 21. The award was presented in conjunction with the section’s virtual annual meeting and CLE. Chief Business Court Judge Louis A. Bledsoe III introduced Judge Gale. “The members of this Section
- [Cheri Beasley Receives Liberty Bell Award](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-05/cheri-beasley-liberty-bell/) - The Hon. Cheri Beasley received the North Carolina Bar Association’s 2021 Liberty Bell Award on Friday, May 7. The award was presented during the Young Lawyers Division’s annual Law Day Ceremony, which was conducted virtually through the combined efforts of the NCBA, the North Carolina Bar Foundation and the YLD Law Day/Liberty Bell Award Committee.
- [Humphrey Justice Fund Provides Scholarships For Students](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-05/ncbf-scholarships/) - The Young Lawyers Division of the North Carolina Bar Association recently announced the recipients of college scholarships for children of slain or permanently disabled North Carolina law enforcement officers. The total amount of the scholarships for the 2021 spring semester exceeded $10,000. The scholarships are funded by the Hubert B. Humphrey Justice Fund North Carolina
- [Legal Feeding Frenzy Smashes Goal, Record](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-05/legal-feeding-frenzy/) - The 2021 Legal Feeding Frenzy was a record-setting success. The 2020 Legal Feeding Frenzy was also a record-setting success. Let that sink in for a second, and if you contributed to the success of either or both events, please give yourself a pat on the back and accept a well-deserved round of applause. In back-to-back
- [Zoned In: Kirk Warner Recounts Iraq War Experiences in ‘Zone of Action’](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-05/kirk-warner/) - When U.S.-led coalition forces invaded Iraq in 2003, Kirk Warner was there. When the government of Saddam Hussein was overthrown, Kirk Warner was there. When the occupation of Iraq began under the Coalition Provisional Authority, Kirk Warner was there. For nine incredible, exhaustive months, the Raleigh attorney and Smith Anderson partner was there, serving in
- [Writing That Works](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-05/writing-that-works/) - Avoiding 'Zombie Nouns' (Nominalizations): One Way to Bring 'Blah' Legal Writing to Life Recently, a friend asked me to look at a document she was preparing to submit to a court. She thought the document was substantively strong and well-organized, but she felt it was “blah,” and she wasn’t sure why. As I skimmed through the
- [Recognition](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-05/recognition/) - Dennis A. Wicker of Nelson Mullins in Raleigh received the NC Chamber’s Distinguished Service Award during its 79th Annual Meeting on March 18. Wicker served two terms as lieutenant governor and six terms in the N.C. House of Representatives. He currently serves on the Board of Directors of Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc. of Charlotte, N.C., and
- [CPM Column](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-05/cpm-column/) - A Case of First Impressions Many law firms have a singular marketing call to action – “Contact Us.” Whether via call, email, submitting a query through a website form, online chat, direct message through social media, or sending a text message, most firm marketing focuses on getting someone to take the next step. But what
- [NCBF Program Spotlight: Wills for Heroes](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-05/wills-for-heroes/) - Volunteers Provide Priceless Public Service To First Responders Through Wills For Heroes Although things are far from being back to normal, the North Carolina Bar Foundation’s Wills for Heroes clinic at the N.C. Bar Center on April 24 did manage to rekindle familiar themes that have been a part of this program since its inception. The
- [Law Day Revisited](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-05/law-day-revisited/) - High School Moot Court Partners, Now A Lawyer And A Doctor, Reflect On Law Day's Lasting Impact They sat anxiously in the courtroom of the Justice Building, springing to their feet as the clerk banged her gavel and proclaimed “oyez, oyez, oyez.” Their eyes widened as Chief Justice Sarah Parker and Justice Mark D. Martin of
- [A Look Back on Law School](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-05/3ls-look-back/) - Three 3L NCBA Law Student Representatives Recap Moments to Remember This article is part of a series of interviews with the 2020-21 NCBA Law Student Representatives. We interviewed nine of the 16 representatives in the February issue of North Carolina Lawyer magazine. Here, we talk with three students graduating from law school this year, Robyn
- [Clayton Morgan Receives Corporate Counselor's Award](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-05/morgan-cc-award/) - Clayton Morgan of Duke Energy in Raleigh received the Corporate Counselor’s Award on April 8 at the virtual annual meeting of the North Carolina Bar Association Corporate Counsel Section. Morgan has been with Duke Energy and its predecessors since 1996, serving as Associate General Counsel since 2004. Morgan serves as chair of the Legal Aid
- [Gerald Beaver, David Saacks Receive Annual Criminal Justice Section Awards](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-05/beaver-saacks-cj-awards/) - The North Carolina Bar Association Criminal Justice Section presented the 13th Annual Peter S. Gilchrist III & Wade M. Smith Awards on May 14 in conjunction with the section’s 2020-21 virtual annual meeting. The recipients are David Saacks of Raleigh (above, right) who received the Gilchrist Award and H. Gerald "Jerry" Beaver of
- [Heidi Bloom Receives Family Law Distinguished Service Award](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-05/bloom-fl-award/) - Heidi C. Bloom of Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton LLP in Raleigh received the NCBA Family Law Section’s Distinguished Service Award on April 30. The award was presented in conjunction with the section’s virtual annual meeting and CLE. Bloom is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (1991) and Wake Forest
- [Oast Receives Government & Public Sector Section Award](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-05/oast-gov-award/) - The North Carolina Bar Association Government & Public Sector Section presented the Grainger Barrett Award for Excellence to Robert Oast of McGuire Wood & Bissette in Asheville on May 6. The award was presented in conjunction with the section’s virtual annual meeting. Oast has practiced law for nearly 40 years, focusing much of his work
- [Litigation Section Presents Advocate’s Award To Wester](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-05/wester-lt-award/) - The Litigation Section of the North Carolina Bar Association honored John R. Wester of Charlotte on May 18 as the 13th recipient of The Advocate’s Award. The award is presented as merited, and not annually, to attorneys deemed as being “superstars” of the section and the legal profession. Wester grew up in Rockingham and graduated
- [February 2021 Issue](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-02/)
- [President's Perspective: Our Virtual and Vital Year Together](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-02/presidents-perspective/) - It is an honor and a privilege to share the 2020-21 bar year with all of you. These unique and challenging times present distinct opportunities and responsibilities as we fulfill our commitment to serve the public and our profession. I believe now, more than ever, what the public needs most from us is a strong
- [Public Radio Thrives In North Carolina – Thanks To Private Support From Lawyers, Firms](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-02/public-radio/) - The headline is intended to draw attention to the role that lawyers and firms play in making public radio available across the state. From Blue Ridge Public Radio in Western North Carolina to UNC Public Radio whose reach extends to the Outer Banks, and all points in between, there is scarcely a stretch of highway
- [Fastcase Never Stands Still](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-02/cpm-column/) - News and Updates Fastcase, the online legal research platform, has been busy. In addition to rolling out a redesigned version of the platform and adding new features, they have been acquiring and incorporating new resources (some for an additional fee) beyond primary law. Fastcase’s acquisition of DocketAlarm has allowed Fastcase to offer hundreds of millions
- [Recognition](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-02/recognition/) - Recognition is a regular feature of NC Lawyer. To submit notices, email Russell Rawlings. William W. "Bill" Pollock of Ragsdale Liggett in Raleigh has been accepted into the American Board of Trial Advocates, which is dedicated to the preservation and promotion of the Seventh Amendment, which guarantees the right to civil jury trials. Membership is
- [Chief Judge Donna Stroud Leading N.C. Court of Appeals](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-02/chief-judge-stroud/) - Judge Donna Stroud was sworn in as chief judge of the North Carolina Court of Appeals on Jan. 1, 2021. A native of Kinston, she is a graduate of Campbell University (B.A.), Campbell Law School (J.D.) and Duke University School of Law (LL.M.) After 16 years in private practice she became a District Court judge
- [Solicitor General Ryan Park on Becoming a Lawyer, Learning from Mentors Past and Present and Serving the Public](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-02/ryan-park/) - Ryan Park is Solicitor General with the North Carolina Department of Justice. In the following interview, Ryan shares his thoughts on pursuing a career in law and public service, learning from his mentors, presenting an argument before the Supreme Court, balancing work and life, and more. I would like to hear a bit about
- [Newby Becomes State’s 30th Chief Justice](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-02/chief-justice-newby/) - Paul Newby was sworn in as Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of North Carolina on Jan. 1, 2021. A native of Asheboro, he is a graduate of Duke University (B.A.) and the University of North Carolina School of Law (J.D.). Chief Justice Newby began his legal career in private practice in Asheville with Van
- [Join the Legal Feeding Frenzy to Fight Hunger in North Carolina](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-02/yld-column/) - March 1 marks the beginning of the Young Lawyers Division’s Legal Feeding Frenzy, a month-long food and fund drive benefitting Feeding the Carolinas food banks. The Legal Feeding Frenzy was established by the Young Lawyers Division in 2013, in partnership with Feeding the Carolinas and the Office of Attorney General, and is supported by a
- [Ann Anderson: An Ambassador For Her Adopted Hometown](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-02/ann-anderson/) - Anyone who follows Pilot Mountain attorney Ann Anderson on Facebook already has a great appreciation for her photography. In particular, the iconic mountain that bears the same name as her adopted hometown has been captured from every conceivable angle in all of its brilliance and glory, from sunrise to sundown. It would not be a stretch
- [4ALL Going Virtual — And It's All Good](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-02/4all/) - The 14th annual 4ALL Statewide Service Day of the North Carolina Bar Foundation will go on as scheduled on Friday, March 5, in spite of COVID-19. It will definitely not be the same, but in many important ways it will be better, thanks to an app that will allow North Carolina attorneys to participate from
- [Judge Wanda Bryant Honored Upon Retirement](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-02/judge-wanda-bryant/) - Judge Wanda Bryant, who retired at the end of last year following nearly 20 years on the N.C. Court of Appeals, was recently honored with the Friend of the Court Award. It is the highest award presented by the Judicial Branch. The award specifically recognizes Judge Bryant for her service on the Court of Appeals
- [Writing that Works: That, Which, Who and Whom](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2021-02/writing-that-works/) - Does Anyone Really Care? (Spoiler: Yes) Over my years of teaching legal writing, I’ve struggled to carve out time to cover grammar and usage. I don’t think it’s the highest and best use of class time, and it certainly isn’t the most interesting. I do require my students to buy a good legal writing style manual,[i]
- [The Power and Pitfalls of Online Legal Directories](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2020-11/cpm-column/) - Have you Googled yourself lately? You will likely find your firm’s website and your LinkedIn profile. You may also find listings on many online legal directories, many of which you did not sign up for and are not sure why you are included. You may wonder why you have a listing in these directories. In
- [COVID-19 Legal Hotlines Provide Hands-On Advice In A Virtual World](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2020-11/ncbf-covid-19-legal-hotlines/) - Serving the public, as the mission statement of the North Carolina Bar Association proclaims, has never been more important than now. To that end, the North Carolina Bar Foundation assembled a volunteer workforce of lawyers, paralegals and law students to help North Carolinians navigate the legal uncertainties of the COVID-19 pandemic. Building on the spirit
- [President's Perspective: A Season for Giving Thanks](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2020-11/presidents-perspective/) - Autumn’s brilliant colors signal a season for giving thanks. In this time of distinct challenges and opportunities, NCBA members and staff generously support each other and creatively work together in pursuit of our mission, to serve the public and the legal profession. I appreciate this opportunity to recognize and offer thanks for your steadfast commitment
- [Leading Off](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2020-11/leading-off/) - Welcome to the November 2020 edition of North Carolina Lawyer magazine. This is the second issue in which the flagship publication of the North Carolina Bar Association is being delivered to you in a digital-only format. As we continue to navigate the changes and challenges brought about by COVID-19, this edition of North Carolina Lawyer
- [COVID-19 First-Person Perspective: Dean Browne Lewis, NCCU](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2020-11/covid-19-perspective-dean-lewis-nccu/) - Accepting a position as the dean of an HBCU was the fulfillment of a dream for me. I was eager to start, so I went to Durham over spring break to meet my faculty and staff. The second day of my visit the world started shutting down because the relentless nature of the COVID-19 virus
- [COVID-19 First-Person Perspective: Dean Kerry Abrams, Duke](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2020-11/covid-19-perspective-dean-abrams-duke/) - I became the dean of Duke Law School on July 1, 2018. Never in my wildest dreams did I imagine that less than two years later I would be steering the school through a pandemic. Duke Law’s mission statement says that we “prepare students for responsible and productive lives in the legal profession by providing
- [NCBF Releases 2019-20 Impact Report](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2020-11/ncbf-impact-report/) - The North Carolina Bar Foundation is the philanthropic arm of the North Carolina Bar Association, building programs and creating opportunities that engage NCBA members in statewide pro bono and public service initiatives. Through programming and Endowment grant-funded community partnerships, the NCBF advances its values of access to justice, service through the profession, civic education and
- [Recognition](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2020-11/recognition/) - Recognition is a regular feature for NCBA members in NC Lawyer magazine. To submit notices, please email Russell Rawlings. Judge John Arrowood of the N.C. Court of Appeals has been honored by the Catawba College Alumni Association as a recipient of the Distinguished Alumni Award. Arrowood is a 1979 magna cum laude graduate of Catawba
- [Andrew Chamberlin Leading International Association of Defense Counsel](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2020-11/andrew-chamberlin-leading-iadc/) - The International Association of Defense Counsel (IADC) celebrated its centennial anniversary this summer, convening virtually as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The historic proceedings were especially noteworthy for one North Carolina Bar Association member, Andrew Chamberlin of Greensboro, who was installed as president of the IADC. Chamberlin is a founding partner of Ellis &
- [NCBA Members Win Statewide, Legislative, Congressional Elections](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2020-11/lawyer-legislators/) - The following North Carolina attorneys were elected in 2020 to the U.S. House of Representatives and the N.C. General Assembly, as well as to the offices of Governor, Attorney General, and Council of State positions. Please note that these results are tentative pending formal certification by the N.C. State Board of Elections on Nov. 24,
- [A Few Words From This Year’s Hall of Fame Inductees](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2020-11/hall-of-fame-inductees/) - On Friday, Oct. 2, the Senior Lawyers Division of the North Carolina Bar Association inducted five new members into the Legal Practice Hall of Fame (formerly General Practice Hall of Fame). The inductees, who share between them 244 years of experience in the legal profession, were subsequently asked to comment on their induction, their legal
- [COVID-19 First-Person Perspective: Dean Jane Aiken, Wake Forest University](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2020-11/covid-19-perspective-dean-aiken-wake/) - Like many leaders, I have been called to rise — to quickly assess and reimagine the delivery of legal education. To act deliberately during an era defined by global pandemic. To inspire hope and a sense of responsibility for justice during a time of seemingly insurmountable uncertainty. But unlike many, I found myself navigating the
- [A Bar Exam Unlike Any Other: Board of Law Examiners Administers Historic Bar Exam](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2020-11/ncble-herrick-historic-bar-exam/) - The North Carolina Board of Law Examiners (NCBLE) administered a bar exam unlike any other in July 2020. According to the National Conference of Bar Examiners, North Carolina was one of 24 jurisdictions nationwide that administered the exam on July 28-29. Several other jurisdictions rescheduled the exam or postponed it indefinitely. Kimberly Herrick, who chairs
- [COVID-19 First-Person Perspectives: NC Law School Deans Share Their Stories](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2020-11/covid-19-perspectives-nc-law-school-deans/) - Life as virtually everyone knew it has not been the same since mid-March when the onset of COVID-19 became a fact of life. In the second installment of an ongoing series, North Carolina Lawyer reached out to the deans of North Carolina’s six law schools to gather their first-person perspectives on what is like to
- [Sustainers Have Shown Their NCBA Support For Generations](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2020-11/sustainers/) - Sustainers are members of the North Carolina Bar Association who pay twice their membership dues to further the mission of the NCBA. Their generosity contributes to the long-term vitality of the organization. How long? That question will require further research, but it can be confirmed through the archives of Bar Notes, the predecessor of North
- [Writing that Works: Creating a Legal Writing 'Hit List'](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2020-11/writing-that-works/) - Using the 'Find' Feature to Improve Your Polishing and Proofreading As I’m writing this column, my first-year legal writing students are putting the finishing touches on their final memos of the semester. In recent classes, we’ve been discussing strategies for effectively polishing and proofreading their work. I’ve emphasized to my students that polishing and proofreading
- [COVID-19 First-Person Perspective: Dean Rich Leonard, Campbell](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2020-11/covid-19-perspective-dean-leonard-campbell/) - Candidly, the past six months have been the most difficult of my professional life. The nation is polarized, the pandemic is relentless, and systemic racism is rightfully coming under attack. In mid-March, I oversaw moving an in-seat curriculum with a fabulous teaching faculty, who had little use for distance education, onto a virtual platform in 72 hours. Graduation was cancelled,
- [COVID-19 First-Person Perspective: Dean Martin Brinkley, UNC](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2020-11/covid-19-perspective-dean-brinkley-unc/) - In Carolina Law’s 175-year history, we have never experienced a semester like this one. Wars have taken the size of the faculty and the student body down almost to single digits, but we have never tried to operate a full-sized school of nearly 600 students and more than 120 faculty and staff without some kind
- [COVID-19 First-Person Perspective: Dean Luke Bierman, Elon](https://www.ncbar.org/nc-lawyer/2020-11/covid-19-perspective-dean-bierman-elon/) - “Pivot” is a word I use often at Elon Law to describe our strategic approach to legal education — and, as we’ve discovered in 2020, it’s a word that captures our law school’s ability to adapt to the COVID-19 pandemic. There are three guiding principles to everything we now do: Keep our law school community

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