By Amy Richardson The Supreme Court of North Carolina recently approved amendments to Rules of Professional Conduct 1.6 (Confidentiality of Information) and 1.9 (Duties to Former Clients). The amendments permit a lawyer to disclose information acquired during the representation of a former client if the information is contained in the public record and disclosure is […]
By Matt Van Sickle Hello Litigation Section Members. We have received an additional update on eCourts training and implementation. The Administrative Office of the Courts training schedule for the eCourts program can be found here. One point of clarification since the initial announcement is that the training is available for attorneys and legal staff. There remain options for virtual […]
By Matt Van Sickle Hello Litigation Section Members. I am honored to serve the Litigation Section as Chair for the 2022-23 Bar Year, and will provide a roadmap for the coming year in another post. The purpose of today’s post is to let you know the Administrative Office of the Courts has released the schedule […]
By Karsin Williard Each year, the North Carolina Bar Association recognizes members for their substantial contributions to pro bono service in North Carolina. The nomination deadline for 2021-22 NCBA Pro Bono Award recognition is February 18. Please consider nominating a colleague for pro bono recognition. You can find more information and a nomination form here. […]
By PJ Puryear With Covid came a new chapter in most litigators’ lives: remote depositions. There are no doubt lovers and haters of this development, but there is also no doubt this technological development is here to stay. Accordingly, everyone needs to be aware that N.C. Gen. Stat. § 10B-25, which authorized “emergency video notarization” […]
By Kevin J. Stanfield Cybercriminals exploited remote work during the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2020, the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) saw a record 70% increase in the number of reported internet scams and losses exceeding $4.2 billion, due in part to the pandemic driving more commercial activities online and increasing remote work. According to […]
By Deepika Ravi and Amy Richardson Many of us have heard discussions of a “new normal” when it comes to the practice of law – a movement toward a hybrid approach to work that gives lawyers the flexibility to work from the office, from home, or from another non-office location. One thing is clear: times […]
By Matt Krueger-Andes and John Boutwell As we work our way through (another) tumultuous year, one bright spot is the continued opportunity to provide pro bono services virtually – from your home, office, or wherever you may be. These opportunities make it even easier to give a few minutes of your time and expertise to […]
By Marilyn R. Forbes At its July 2021 meeting, the State Bar Council approved a new aspirational provision in the Preamble to the North Carolina Rules of Professional Conduct, stating that a lawyer should treat all persons encountered in a professional capacity equally, courteously, respectfully, and with dignity, regardless of personal identifying characteristics. The proposed […]
By Amy E. Richardson “I believe in hope. I believe in BELIEVE.” – Ted Lasso When I started to practice law in North Carolina, the Litigation Section was critical to making me feel at home. It was a source of information, legal education, professional connections and friendships. My goal as Section Chair this year is […]