Significant K-12 Legislation from the 2019 Long Session
This session, the General Assembly passed several bills that that will impact K-12 education. Here are some of the highlights: S.L. 2019-71 (SB 219) (Modify…
Advocacy in your Local Community
According to the Children’s Home Society of North Carolina, over 10,000 children in North Carolina are in the foster care system as of 2018. Since 1983,…
Small Firm Accelerator
Small Firm Accelerator offers education and networking opportunities to members of the Small Firm & Technology Section. Formerly called Starting out Solo,…
ICYMI: Trade in the Trump Era
On November 7, the International Practice Section held a Lunch and Learn titled “Trade in the Trump Era” at Poyner Spruill in Raleigh. Pat Togni from King…
Interesting Reads and Other Helpful Resources for Government and Public Sector Attorneys
We’d like to highlight the University of North Carolina School of Government Survey. For those unfamiliar, the School of Government provides a wealth of…
Section CLE on Election Law, Campaign Finance, Redistricting and Related Issues is a “Must-Attend”
Are you keeping track of recent developments in North Carolina election law, campaign finance, gerrymandering litigation, and legislative redistricting? If…
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…
Happy Thanksgiving 2019 | A Note From the Chair
It’s that time of year again when we sit around the table with friends and family giving thanks for the time we share, the food to be eaten, and the…
The Power of Books: The Creation of a Law Office Library
In October, I organized a local event in Raleigh after falling in love with the book, Mommy Lawyer. As a mom of an energetic 19-month old, I was all too…
Case Law Updates – 3rd party custody
Chávez v. Wadlington, September 27, 2019, NC Supreme Court No. 366A18 October 2, 2018, COA 18-93 (third party custody, standing) Mother and Father were…