Litigation Section
No Protective Order Required: The Magnificent Seven Shift Gears on Rule 30(b)(6) Depositions
No, this is not a new Phil Collins release, but it is a new approach to 30(b)(6) deposition notice objections. It is rare for the Supreme Court of North…
“Let’s Go to the Tape!” When a District Court Can Review Video in Support of a Rule 12(b)(6) Motion
Anyone who survived Civ Pro knows that on a motion to dismiss under Rule 12(b)(6), a district court is generally confined to the four corners of the complaint…
What Can You Get on Top of That Judgment? Subtle Revisions to North Carolina’s Costs Statute That You Need to Know
For nearly two decades, North Carolina litigators have wrestled with a deceptively simple question at the close of a case: what, exactly, can a prevailing…
Working Effectively With Pro Se Parties: Practical Guidance for Attorneys
Established case law tells us that pro se litigants are held to the same standards as represented parties. In practice, however, that principle does not…
My Vision for the Litigation Section in the 2025-2026 Bar Year
It is with great gratitude and enthusiasm that I step into the role of Chair of the Litigation Section of the North Carolina Bar Association for the 2025-2026…
More Than a Footnote: What the Fourth Circuit Expects From Trial and Appellate Lawyers
One of the hallmarks of skilled appellate advocacy is knowing when an argument is properly preserved. Whether you’re on the offensive or defensive side of…
In Memory of Jackson (“Jack”) C. Bebber
Editors Note: On March 11, 2023, a car accident tragically claimed the life of Litigation Section Vice Chair Jack Bebber. On May 9, 2025, the Litigation…
Think Twice – Avoiding Waiver of the Attorney-Client Privilege Through Issuance of a Press Release
Your company has just been sued by a competitor for patent infringement, deceptive advertising, unfair competition, or any number of other business torts. The…
Pro Bono Opportunities to Help Those Affected by Hurricane Helene
As you know, Hurricane Helene had a devastating impact on Western North Carolina. Recovery from this disaster will take years, and residents who have suffered…
Screen Time: Strategies for Effective Legal Writing in the Digital Age
Judges in North Carolina’s state and federal appellate courts don’t reach for printed briefs much anymore (the Chief Judge of the Fourth Circuit, Albert…