FinCEN extends BOI reporting deadlines under the Corporate Transparency Act for businesses in hurricane-impacted areas, and in this legal alert, attorneys John Jo and Catherine Gregory share how the relief helps with compliance challenges. cvsoci.al/iSr4WNOu?cv=17…

The Corporate Transparency Act: Extensions of Reporting Deadlines to Victims of Recent Natural Disasters cvsoci.al/FfdYmf~~?cv=1732235782809

As 2024 comes to a close, employers must tackle compliance steps across benefit plans. In this legal alert, Smith Anderson employee benefits attorney Kara Brunk and paralegal Kathy Lockhart breaks down key year-end action items to help you stay prepared. cvsoci.al/ker5bdCd?cv=17…

Government contractors, Prepare for 2025 AAP compliance! Join attorney Kimberly Korando and Chris Northup of Ellen Shong & Associates Dec. 4 for insights on 2025 OFCCP changes & what federal contractors can expect under new policies. Register now! cvsoci.al/IqWved-c?cv=17…

A team of our attorneys joined @unc_law students to provide pro bono legal aid to 12 small businesses at Channel, Wilmington's inclusive business hub, providing guidance on business formation, contract issues, IP protection and other matters. cvsoci.al/bpPMOt7O?cv=17…

N.C. Governor-elect @JoshStein has announced the leadership of his transition team, appointing SA attorney Richard Stevens to the six-person team. He also appointed firm Chair Gerald Roach as chair of his Department of Commerce transition subcommittee. cvsoci.al/g5g3xZzC?cv=17…

This week marks SA’s annual Week of Service and we are proud to partner with @FoodShuttle, @RMHCTriangle, @ShepherdsTable, @RISE_SE, @MarblesRaleigh, @HavenHouseNC, @The_Green_Chair, @tableraleigh, @RaleighCityFarm, @OakCityCares and @FoodBankCENC! cvsoci.al/6FyMqKqO?cv=17…

In devotion to duty and to each other, our servicemen and women have dedicated their lives to America and offered to sacrifice the last full measure of devotion for our country. They are our veterans, and today we honor them. cvsoci.al/~bia~gXF?cv=17…

In the wake of Hurricane Helene, DHSR issued waivers for Adult Care Homes, Family Care Homes, and Skilled Nursing Facilities, including temporary licensure relief as health care attorneys Francisco Morales and Jim Wrenn explain in this legal alert. cvsoci.al/WjT-PMq6?cv=17…

Attorneys Jason Brege and Lee Strasburger traveled to St. Louis to support the annual ACG AgTech Conference, which SA sponsored! AgTech is a growing sector and improves farming efficiency, sustainability and productivity to feed the world’s population. cvsoci.al/iBa~~gP3?cv=17…

N.C. voters delivered a split decision, choosing Republican Donald Trump for President and Democrat Josh Stein for Governor. Smith Anderson’s Government Relations team has a high-level overview of all the major races in an its annual Election Update cvsoci.al/2iF2QG8d?cv=17…

From CMS waivers to state regulatory flexibilities, health care attorney Francisco Morales led @AssuredPartners' webinar, “Regulatory Relief for Long Term Care Facilities after Hurricanes Helene and Milton.” The recording is available for viewing! cvsoci.al/6J0AQJ2M?cv=17…

Starting in 2025, @SEC’s EDGAR Next will bring new security & streamlined account management features. In our latest alert, Alex Bowling, Olivia Meade and Alex Simpson provide insights on what filers need to know to implement this change. cvsoci.al/A~gzmYje?cv=17…

Benji Jones joined leaders at @CFPAssociation’s Investment Crowdfunding Summit in D.C. where she talked industry challenges and met with SEC officials to explore ways to simplify regulations for exempt securities offerings under Regulation Crowdfunding. cvsoci.al/pBJoKOzR?cv=17…

We are now accepting applications for our 1L Excellence in Diversity Fellowship, an opportunity for aspiring attorneys to develop their skills and contribute to D&I in the legal community and the business community. The deadline is January 5. Apply now! cvsoci.al/2yvx-Aph?cv=17…

Recognized as a 2024 Leader in Diversity by @TriangleBIZJrnl, Chief Diversity Officer and employment attorney Taylor Dewberry discusses the importance of fostering inclusion both within the firm and in the broader business community in this TBJ Q&A. cvsoci.al/hasjRLnn?cv=17…

SA was proud to sponsor @NCChamber’s Women Lead NC, one of the state’s premier leadership and personal development conferences! Our own Kerry Shad led a panel on inclusive leadership during this day of networking and empowering women in leadership. cvsoci.al/RVPlcD7f?cv=17…

We are pleased to have advised @Wolfspeed on $750 million in proposed federal funding from @CommerceGov for its silicon carbide expansion, powering clean energy solutions such as electric vehicles, AI data centers and battery storage! cvsoci.al/CT9O4jnN?cv=17…

A big welcome to latest attorneys to join SA! Francisco Morales joins our Health Care team; Nelson McKown is the newest member of our Labor & Employment practice; and Mary Stewart Wilson and Braden Rose join the firm’s Construction practice! cvsoci.al/YZXcE1rm?cv=17…

Businesses, to avoid costly penalties, act now and comply with the new Corporate Transparency Act, designed to combat financial fraud, by filing ownership reports by Jan. 1. In a @WRAL interview, SA attorney @benjibtj explains the key details. cvsoci.al/N-GLfTeT?cv=17…