Making Service Your Professional Identity, Not an Add-On
For many lawyers, service begins as a requirement and includes pro bono hours, bar expectations and résumé building. Over time, however, service can become…
Bringing Water to the Desert, Part Six
Part One, “Bringing Water to the Desert (on a Horse With No Name),” Judge Vince Rozier (Resident Superior Court Judge in the Tenth Judicial District) and…
Becoming an Associate in the Age of AI
A fellow attorney friend told me about the moment when one of her clients paused in a meeting to consult ChatGPT regarding their legal approach. She described…
My Internship With the Charlotte City Attorney’s Office
During my time at the Charlotte City Attorney’s Office, I was primarily focused on land use, zoning, and planning. This involved attending city council…
Pro Bono Spotlight: Amanda Clark
When Hurricane Helene swept through Western North Carolina just days after her bar admission, newly licensed attorney Amanda Clark found herself called to…
Return to the Vault: On Demand — Why All Attorneys Should Pay Attention to FinCEN’s Reporting Rule
Purpose of Return to the Vault Return to the Vault (“RTTV”) exists to provide practical, timely education and connection for Real Property Section…
What Is the Difference Between Restorative Justice and Mediation?
As a restorative justice facilitator, I am often asked how my work differs from mediation. Most people have some idea what mediation is, but restorative…
Bringing Water to the Desert, Part Five
Part One, “Bringing Water to the Desert (on a Horse With No Name),” Judge Vince Rozier (Resident Superior Court Judge in the Tenth Judicial District) and…
Breaking Barriers: A Conversation with Judge Tia Hudgins Taylor
The NCBA Young Lawyers Division’s DEI Committee is proud to celebrate Black History Month. Black History Month is a time to honor the legacy, contributions…
Checking In: February 23, 2026
Compiled by Jessica Junqueira Martin H. Brinkley Selected to Receive Faculty Service Award from The University of North Carolina Alumni Association Martin H.…