Harnessing the Potential of Early Career Attorneys in a Municipal Law Office
Look around any municipal law conference, and it is clear that the municipal field tends to hire mid-to-late career attorneys. But how does an office build…
What To Do If You Didn’t Pass the Bar Exam
Hey, come here – let me give you a hug. Yell if you need to, cry if you need to, or let’s just sit and process. Feel the full weight of what just…
The Myth of No Bad Days
By all outward measures, things have gone “right” in my life. I’m happily married to my best friend, and we share two wonderful children. I hold a…
Congratulations to Deputy Commissioner Ashley Moore
The Industrial Commission has named Ashley Moore as the Chief Deputy Commissioner, replacing Deputy Commissioner Kevin Howell, who had served in this role for…
Elevating Excellence Through Education, Empowerment, and Service
Greetings, my fellow Paralegal Division members, and welcome to the 2025-2026 bar year! I have the privilege of serving as your Paralegal Division Chair and…
NC Supreme Court Provides Guidance on the Good Moral Character Requirement
On August 22, 2025, the North Carolina Supreme Court filed an opinion in Devalle v. N.C. Sheriffs’ Educ. & Training Standards Comm’n. The Court’s…
Welcome to the 2025 Bar Year!
Welcome to the 2025-2026 bar year! My name is Sheila Spence, and I am delighted to introduce myself as our YLD chair for this exciting year. It is truly an…
Legislative Update – North Carolina Business Corporation Act
Recent Amendments to the North Carolina Business Corporation Act The North Carolina General Assembly recently passed House Bill 388 (the “Act”), which was…
Invitation to Attend “What About the Children?” – 2025 Family Law Fall Program
It’s that time of year again, time for foliage, football, tailgating, and of course, the Family Law Fall Program. This year’s program will take place in…
Searching for Volunteers for the Grab-a-Coffee Program – Fall 2025
Do you have time to grab a cup of coffee? Instead of taking this one to-go, how about spending thirty meaningful minutes with a future lawyer? A half hour of…