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Equitable Distribution

…be divided between the parties “equitably.” All other things being equal, “equitably” = “equally.” Thus, if the total value of the “marital estate” were $500,000, each party would be entitled…

Cecilia Barreca

Cecilia obtained her J.D. from the University of North Carolina School of Law, where she was a co-coordinator for the Dean’s Fellow Program and a member of the Transactional…

Higher Education

…Employment Student admissions, enrollment, and retention Student conduct and integrity Title IX and sexual harassment Constitutional questions, including student free speech and academic freedom Research ethics and compliance Immigration Data…

Jessica Hobbs

Jessica worked for the firm for two years as a Summer Associate before joining full-time. She earned her J.D. at the University of North Carolina School of Law, where…

Separation & Divorce

…and apart from him or her for one year with the intention of ending the marriage, you are entitled to a divorce. The proceeding to obtain an “absolute divorce” (after…

Construction

…be very challenging to weather. The industry can come with high stakes projects, long-term investments, and make-or-break commitments. From contract negotiations to employment challenges, clients come to us for their…

Eleventh Circuit Decision Generates Further Concern in Diversity Initiatives

…1981. In particular, the Eleventh Circuit found that the contest constituted a “contract” because entrants entered into a bargained-for exchange with Fearless when they participated in the contest. The Court…

Sheryl Gustafson

Entertainment

We represent the local, national, and international interests of our clients in film, music, television, and multi-media projects. Our clients include studios, film funds, entertainment finance companies, independent record companies,…

Poyner Spruill Honors Cheslie Kryst With Second Annual Service Week

…is a time for us to commemorate Cheslie’s memory by continuing her desire to give back to the community,” said Managing Partner Dan Cahill. “Cheslie meant a great deal to…