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The Stories

Ned Mangum: The Sum of All Years

“I find that people are very interesting for the most part. They do interesting things, nice things, bad things, crazy things, and I’m fascinated by it,” said former Wake County District Court Chief Judge Ned Mangum. During his 26 years as a Wake County district court judge and in the Wake County DA’s office, he has seen just about everything from contracts and family law matters to criminal cases.

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The Editorial

Tax Cuts and Jobs Act

Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Saved?

As I presented my quarterly Capital Markets Review last year, I noticed that projections of future Federal budget deficits all had an endnote—they could change

Out on the Town

Capital City Lawyers Association Hosts a Night at the Oscars

Over 450 guests packed the ballroom at the Hilton Raleigh North Hills in December for the Capital City Lawyers Association Scholarship & Holiday Black Lawyer’s Ball. The theme was “Night at the Oscars.” […]

Happy Holidays to All & to All a Great Night

T’was the weeks before Christmas, and all through the house, Lawyers were stirring and no one did grouse; Some came alone and some with a spouse.
And in Durham and Wake they toasted with souce.
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Ward and Smith's In-House Counsel Conference on Target

The impact a new regulatory environment may have on business and the evolution of AI were the hot topics at the annual Ward and Smith In-House Counsel conference in November at the Umstead Hotel. […]

Richard Green Elected Shareholder of Lewis, Longman & Walker

 

January 3, 2025

Taft Completes Merger With Sherman & Howard

 

January 2, 2025

Stinson Adds Veteran Litigator Bill Meyer to its Kansas City Bench

 

December 31, 2024

Leading Children’s Rights Attorney Howard Talenfeld Receives AFP Broward Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser Award

 

December 23, 2024

Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees the right to a speedy trial?

CORRECT! The Sixth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution guarantees the right to a speedy and public trial, among other rights, for individuals accused of crimes..

WRONG! The Fifth Amendment primarily deals with protections against self-incrimination, double jeopardy, and ensures due process of law, but it does not guarantee the right to a speedy trial.

WRONG! The Fourth Amendment protects against unreasonable searches and seizures, not the right to a speedy trial.

WRONG! The Eighth Amendment prohibits cruel and unusual punishment and excessive bail but does not address the right to a speedy trial.

 

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National Articles

Collage of the best lawyers and law firm websites reviewed by Attorney at Law

Best Law Firm Websites in 2024 (Top 46)

Attorney at Law Magazine assembled a list of the best lawyer websites. Following is a compilation of all the websites with insights into what makes that site perform for the law firm.

Resource Library

Addressing the Law Firm eDiscovery Cost Dilemma

Law firms face increasing challenges in managing the costs associated with eDiscovery. This white paper provides a comprehensive look at the strategies firms can employ to handle these expenses effectively, from absorbing costs to turning them into profit centers. […]

Alcoholism in Custody Cases: Strategies for Addressing Alcohol Misuse in Divorce and Related Concerns

Alcoholism in Custody Cases: Strategies for Addressing Alcohol Misuse in Divorce and Related Concerns […]

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Civil Litigation Guide for Legal Professionals

Download this helpful guide from Trellis to learn how each of these 10 key topics underscore the importance of a robust legal system that upholds justice, protects rights, and promotes accountability in various aspects of our lives  […]