Rick Conner
eCourts Pilot Kicks Off in Wake, Johnston, Lee, and Harnett Counties!
After much anticipation and several postponements, eCourts is now live in the four pilot counties: Wake, Johnston, Lee, and Harnett. All new filings in these…
John R. “Buddy” Wester Receives The Advocate’s Award
The Litigation Section is thrilled to be able to recognize John R. “Buddy” Wester as the 13th recipient of The Advocate’s Award. Wester, who served as…
Don’t Miss CLE and Events for the Litigation Section
The Litigation Section has three upcoming events that you will not want to miss! First, on May 18, at noon EDT, the Litigation Section will hold its annual…
Adapting Our Section and Practices to the New Reality
“There can be no life without change, and to be afraid of what is different or unfamiliar is to be afraid of life.” – Theodore Roosevelt In January,…
Be a Part of Our Team – the Litigation Section Needs You!
Thank you all for being members of the Litigation Section! As you know, your Section membership offers numerous benefits, such as networking opportunities,…
North Carolina Expands Civil Protections for Military Servicemembers
The North Carolina Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (“NCSCRA”), which took effect on October 1, 2019, expanded the rights of servicemembers and their…
A 12(b)(6) Motion Asserted As Part Of An Answer Will Not Suffice, At Least Not In The NC Business Court
Have you ever included a Rule 12(b)(6) motion to dismiss in your answer, with the intention of filing a more formal motion or submitting a detailed brief…