The Myth of “Local Counsel”
A few years ago, I ran into a law school classmate in the courthouse elevator. In discussing where we were headed, I let her know I was on my way to a hearing…
Pro Bono Spotlight: Nicholas Lee
Nicholas Lee, a Litigation Partner at Parker Poe, handles mainly complex business litigation in federal and state court. He has worked on various pro bono…
2025 Summer Internship Scholarship Recipient Spotlight Series: Meet Liz Sharpe
Elizabeth “Liz” Sharpe is a second-year law student at Campbell Law School in Raleigh. Liz has long believed in the power of government to make a…
MIP Committee Begins Employer Outreach for 1L SAP 2026
The North Carolina Bar Association’s Minorities in the Profession (MIP) Committee hosts an annual 1L Summer Associate Program (1L SAP) that offers corporate…
District 18’s Justice Is Blind Clerkship Opens Eyes and Minds
This past summer, I had the opportunity to work with the judges of District 18 in a program led by Judge Scarlett and Judge Pendergrass called “Justice is…
Introducing the YLD’s DEI Committee
Greetings, everyone! We are excited to introduce ourselves as the new co-chairs of the YLD’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee. I am Taylor…
Recovering Costs and Attorney Fees From the IRS: The Qualified Offer Rules
The Qualified Offer rules are part of the broader framework for resolving federal tax disputes. As a general rule, taxpayers who prevail in disputes with the…
Checking In: October 28, 2025
Compiled by Jessica Junqueira Carruthers & Roth, P.A. Adds Two New Associates Gaaron U. Goldsmith will practice on the Commercial Real Estate team and…
Providing the Resources for Today and Tomorrow – NCBF Annual Fund and Endowment Fund
In June, I was fortunate to attend the Disaster Legal Services Workshop, where lawyers volunteered their services to help victims of Hurricane Helene in…
Welcome from the Tax Section Chair – Introducing Our 2025-2026 Leadership Team
Dear Tax Section Members, I am honored to serve as Chair of the North Carolina Bar Association Tax Section for the 2025-2026 year. Our Section continues to…