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…
NC Reforms Intestacy Laws for Children Born to Unwed Fathers
Background North Carolina has rather archaic laws regarding paternity and legitimization. In estate and probate matters, these issues arise when a father dies…
Get to Know WIP Member Joyce Glass
What law school did you attend, and what year did you graduate? Hofstra Law, 1998. Describe what a typical workday is like for you. A typical workday…
The Moral Compass: Guiding Your Paralegal Journey
Every paralegal learns about confidentiality, avoiding conflicts of interest, and never giving legal advice. These are the non-negotiables that keep our legal…
Meet New Administrative Law Judge: McKensie G. Skeens
We are pleased to welcome McKensie G. Skeens, newly appointed Administrative Law Judge, to the bench. Judge Skeens is an accomplished attorney whose career…