In Memoriam: Brinton Douglas Wright

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Brinton Douglas Wright

February 8, 1949 – October 18, 2025

Brinton “Brint” Douglas Wright crossed the finish line of his earthly race with Jesus Christ on Saturday morning, October 18, 2025, after a brief battle with illness. He was 76. Born in Springhill, Louisiana on February 8, 1949, to Ed and Marteal Wright he was the proud son of a World War II Army Air Corps veteran and lived in Pittsburgh, Buffalo, and Ellicott City, Maryland while growing up. While attending Johns Hopkins University he fell in love with his next-door neighbor Barbara and the two were happily married for 53 years. Brint graduated from Johns Hopkins with a degree in Economics and received his MBA degree from the University of New Hampshire, after which he earned his Juris Doctorate degree at Wake Forest University.

He began his law career with Stern, Graham, and Klepfer following his graduation and worked in business law, real estate law, estate planning, and tax law before shifting much of his focus to being a pioneer in the field of adoption law in North Carolina following the adoption of his two beloved children Cliff and Rachel through the Children’s Home Society of North Carolina.

Brint was an avid reader, known for being insightful, witty, and having the gift of insatiable intellectual curiosity. He loved his family, collecting guitars, animals of all kinds, working outside, taking road trips, studying history, antique cars, and attending folk music festivals. In recent years he traveled the state to watch his grandsons play soccer. This past year he and Barbara joyfully traveled to California to meet his newest granddaughter, Adeline.

He was an excellent brother, a steady husband, a wise father, and a warm grandfather. He is survived by his wife, Barbara, his sister Marcia (husband Norm), his son Cliff (wife Laura and grandchildren Keller, Asher, Pryor, and Ryder), his daughter Rachel (husband Brian and granddaughter Adeline) as well as many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Make Your Donation Now for the Elementary School Project

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The book program at Jones Elementary School is a wonderful Greensboro Bar Association holiday tradition! This year we will be continuing with the successful change to using GBA member donations to allow all children in grades K-5 of the Traditional English program to select a book of their choice (we are aiming for $15 or less) at the school’s Book Fair, to be held December 1-5. We will also provide a gift book for all “graduating” 5th graders in the spring, both in the Traditional English and Spanish Immersion programs. To do this, we need to raise at least $3,500. GBA volunteers are also needed to help children shop at the Book Fair this fall, and to deliver the 5th grade graduation books to the students next Spring.

Donate now online, or mail your check made payable to the Greensboro Bar Association Foundation, with “Elementary School Project” in the memo line, to:

Greensboro Bar Association Foundation
P.O. Box 1825
Greensboro, NC 27402

To volunteer or for more information, please contact Elementary School Project committee co-chairs Adam Kerr or Erin Reis.

Donations are tax-deductible, with receipts sent to each donor. Thank you in advance for your continuing support – the children and teachers at Jones thank you too!

Click to Donate Online Now

Children’s Law Center of North Carolina (CLC) Needs Your Support

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Dear Colleagues,

As members of the Greensboro Bar Association, we understand the critical role that access to justice plays in the health and strength of our community. Today, I am reaching out as both a colleague and a friend of the Children’s Law Center of Central North Carolina (CLC) to share an urgent need.

For two decades, CLC has advocated for children in high-conflict custody and civil domestic violence cases, children whose voices would otherwise go unheard in court. Their work not only safeguards vulnerable children but also strengthens families and promotes stability in our community.

Like many nonprofit organizations across our state that provide essential services, it is facing increased financial pressure and despite higher demand for CLC’s services, public funding has significantly decreased in 2025.  Most recently, the North Carolina General Assembly reappropriated NC IOLTA funds away from Civil Legal Aid, removing one of the few consistent streams of support available to organizations like CLC.

But the reality is this: without broader financial support from the legal community, these vital services are at risk. That is why I am asking you, as a fellow member of the Bar, to stand with Children’s Law Center. You can do this in two important ways:

Make a Financial Contribution

Your gift will directly support advocacy for children who cannot otherwise afford representation. Every dollar makes an impact in ensuring that CLC continues its mission.

Volunteer Your Time

CLC welcomes attorneys who are willing to contribute pro bono hours. By lending your expertise, you not only provide relief to an overburdened system but also experience firsthand the profound impact this work has on children and families.

The need is urgent. The children CLC serves cannot wait, and neither should we. Together, as a community of legal professionals, we can ensure that justice is not a privilege for the few, but a right for all, especially for those most vulnerable.

I hope you will join me in supporting Children’s Law Center today.

—Marcus A. Shields

Unlocking Creativity: The Power of Mind Mapping in Legal Writing

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Camille Stell is Vice President of Risk & Practice Management for Lawyers Mutual Liability Insurance Co. of NC. Continue this conversation by contacting Camille at camille@lawyersmutualnc.com or 800.662.8843.

In the fast-paced world of law, clear and effective writing is essential. But legal professionals often find themselves stuck – trying to fit complex ideas into rigid outlines that don’t reflect how their minds naturally work. Enter mind mapping: a dynamic, visual approach to organizing ideas that can unlock creativity, speed up your process, and improve your writing.

What Is Mind Mapping?

Mind mapping is a visual tool for brainstorming and structuring ideas around a central concept. Instead of writing in a straight line from top to bottom, you start in the middle of the page (or screen) and branch outwards, connecting related ideas like a spider web. This mirrors how the brain actually processes information – non-linearly.

Daphne Gray-Grant on Mind Mapping

I first learned about mind mapping through my writing coach Daphne Gray-Grant, a longtime advocate of mind mapping. She explains:

“Outlining forces you into a logical, linear way of thinking. That’s not a totally bad thing of course, but it’s not very creative. When you write you want your brain to operate in the most creative way possible.”

Here is a free guide on mind mapping from Daphne –  Resilient Writers – Mindmapping – Publication Coach

She encourages mind mapping not just to organize ideas but to generate them, especially when you’re facing writer’s block or trying to tackle a complex subject.

How Lawyers Can Use Mind Mapping

Mind mapping is especially powerful for legal professionals who work with dense material and high-stakes communication. Here are just a few examples of how mind mapping can enhance your practice:

  • Legal Writing: Use mind maps to plan motions, briefs, and memos. Seeing your argument visually helps identify weak points and redundancy.
  • Case Analysis: Plot out timelines, evidence, parties, and key legal questions.
  • Client Strategy: Map a client’s legal issues and potential responses to organize your case approach.
  • CLE & Presentation Planning: Outline presentations for continuing legal education or client seminars.
  • Succession Planning: Visualize firm leadership, roles, and future needs to prepare for transitions.

Online Mind Mapping Tools to Try

When I use mind mapping, my preference is a spiral notebook of blank paper. However, you don’t need to start with pen and paper. There are powerful digital tools that make it easy to mind map, save your work, and collaborate with others:

  1. MindMeister – Intuitive, cloud-based, and good for collaboration.
  2. Miro – A versatile online whiteboard with mind mapping capabilities.
  3. XMind – A sleek desktop app ideal for detailed professional maps.
  4. Lucidchart – Combines mind mapping with flowcharts and diagrams.
  5. Whimsical – Clean and simple, great for fast mind maps with minimal distractions.
  6. Coggle – A user-friendly browser-based tool with real-time collaboration.

Choosing the Best Tool for You

When selecting a mind mapping tool, consider the following:

  • Ease of Use: Is the interface intuitive, or does it require a learning curve?
  • Collaboration Features: Do you need to share or co-edit with a team?
  • Export Options: Can you download or integrate your mind map with other tools like Word or PDF?
  • Price: Many tools have free versions, but paid tiers offer more features and typically better privacy features (e.g., version history, templates, integrations).
  • Templates and Design: Do you prefer structured templates or a blank canvas?

For most solo or small firm lawyers, MindMeister, Miro, or Coggle are great starting points due to their ease of use and low cost.

Conclusion

Mind mapping offers a flexible and creative alternative to traditional outlining. Whether you’re writing a brief, advising a client, or planning a CLE presentation, this tool can help you organize ideas quickly and effectively. As Daphne says, “Mind mapping gives your brain the space it needs to do its best thinking.” And in the practice of law, good thinking is everything.

Camille Stell is the Vice President of Risk & Practice Management for Lawyers Mutual and is the co-author of the book, RESPECT – An Insight to Attorney Compensation Plans available from Amazon, 2nd Edition published October 2024. Continue this conversation by contacting Camille at camille@lawyersmutualnc.com or 800.662.8843.

Send Us Your Young Lawyer Award Nominations

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We hope you will consider nominating someone for the GBA’s Outstanding Young Lawyer Award on or before the December 1, 2025 deadline. First awarded in 2024, the Outstanding Young Lawyer Award is bestowed upon an attorney with fewer than 10 years of practice experience. The awardee must be a member in good standing of the North Carolina State Bar and an active member of both the GBA and its Young Lawyers Section. The award recipient will exhibit professional excellence, service to the profession and the bar, service to the community, and a reputation for advancing legal ethics, personal professionalism, and professional responsibility. You may view the list of past recipients here.  Nominations can be submitted here.

Young Lawyers Section: Connections

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Jonathan Parisi is President of the Greensboro Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Section and Attorney at Spangler Estate Planning

Jonathan Parisi is President of the Greensboro Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Section and Attorney at Spangler Estate Planning

An Update from the Young Lawyers Section

The Young Lawyers Section has had a productive and energizing start to the bar year. Our executive board gathered on October 15, 2025, for our monthly meeting to discuss ongoing initiatives, upcoming service opportunities, and ways we can continue to support one another and our community. With a strong slate of events already underway and more on the horizon, our members remain committed to making a meaningful impact both within the profession and beyond.

Welcoming the Next Generation of Attorneys

In October, the Young Lawyers Section proudly hosted our Swearing-In Ceremony, welcoming fourteen newly licensed attorneys to the practice of law in North Carolina—whether in state, federal, or both jurisdictions. It was an inspiring and memorable event, presided over by the Honorable Catherine C. Eagles, the Honorable Bill Wood, and the Honorable Bill Davis. We are grateful to these distinguished judges for joining us in celebrating this important milestone in the careers of our newest colleagues.  We were also joined by guest speakers Hillary Kies on behalf of the GBA, Butch Segal on behalf of the North Carolina Bar Association, and Dean Zachary Kramer on behalf of Elon University School of Law.

Looking Ahead: Service and Impact

Looking ahead, our Section is excited to continue giving back to the community through upcoming service initiatives. We are preparing for our next Urban Ministries dinner, where members will join together to cook and serve a meal to those in need in our community. Additionally, we’re continuing to explore meaningful ways to strengthen our impact at Hunter Elementary School, building on the strong partnership we’ve cultivated over the years.

Stay tuned—more updates and opportunities to get involved are just around the corner!

Connect with YLS

To provide feedback & suggestions for future events/programming, please email the Young Lawyers Section at younglawyerssection@greensborobar.org.

The Young Lawyers Section would like to celebrate the personal milestones and professional accomplishments of its members. Email YLS at younglawyerssection@greensborobar.org to share achievements that you would like celebrated on our social media platform and in the GBA’s member newsletter!

Wellness Corner

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BarCARES is a confidential, short-term intervention program provided cost-free to members of the 24th Judicial District Bar and other participating judicial district bars, voluntary bar associations and law schools. If you would like additional information about the program and/or its availability in your area, please contact the BarCARES coordinator at 919.929.1227 or 1.800.640.0735 or click on the icon below.

New Members Approved on October 7, 2025

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Kit E. Kniss
Church World Service Greensboro
Caregory: Newly Licensed
Endorser: Sarah H. Roane

Tyson Child
Guilford County District Attorney’s Office
Caregory: Newly Licensed
Endorser: Sarah H. Roane

Gaaron U. Goldsmith
Carruthers & Roth, P.A.
Caregory: Newly Licensed
Endorser: Jeremy S. Shrader

Troy C. Reid
Carruthers & Roth, P.A.
Caregory: Newly Licensed
Endorser: Robert N. Young

Calendar Notes

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November 5 – Business & Corporate Law Section Social, 5:00 PM, Joymongers

November 12 – Ethics Lunch & Learn, 12:00 PM, Zoom

November 12 – GBA Board Meeting, 4:00 PM, Self-Help Building

November 13 – Real Property Section, 5:30 PM, Tuggle Duggins

November 19 – YLS Board Meeting, 12:00 PM, Self-Help Building

November 20 – GBA Member Lunch, 12:30 PM, Greensboro Country Club

December 1 – Outstanding Young Lawyer Award Nominations Due

December 9 – GBA Board Meeting, 4:00 PM, Zoom

December 9 – Holiday Party, 5:30 PM, Barber Park Event Center

December 19 – YLS Board Meeting, 12:00 PM, Self-Help Building

December 31 – GBA Foundation Fellows Nominations Due

Message from the President, November 2025

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Hon. Bill Davis, President of the Greensboro Bar Association

Hon. Bill Davis,
President of the Greensboro Bar Association

A few years back, I was with some friends, and one raised a question for fun discussion: if you’re stranded on a deserted island with 30 people, what are the things that you’d work on first?  Naturally, some of the friends were focusing on getting shelter in place, finding food, and similar initial concerns.  But the first answer that came to me was: “Deciding how we’ll make decisions and work together as a group.”  You can imagine that this answer was promptly razzed by others in the discussion.

Although it’s not the answer that may come first to mind for many people, it is an essential early step.  Absent a shared understanding of how decisions will be made, the group risks wasting time on unnecessary conflicts and avoidable disagreements.  Some people in the group may be treated unfairly.  The group may fracture and be unable to work together at all.

This demonstrates what I see as the most fundamental importance of our profession in the law.  The law is our collective process for making decisions and ensuring that people adhere to them.  Predictable and consistent laws and legal processes provide people with the fundamental tools necessary to order and plan their lives.  They let us know how to form and plan families, what freedoms and protections we have, how we may own and utilize property, how we may enter and maintain contracts, how we can uphold our responsibilities to others, how to seek redress if they do not uphold their responsibilities to us, and so much more.  The law is the foundation for an ordered society.

There are many reasons to be proud of a career in the law, but this is the most important of them.  However, the significance of this purpose carries equally significant responsibility.  We must ensure, both individually and collectively, that we are attentive to this high purpose and our part in it.  This is not only true in our legal practice, but also in our work as leaders in the community.

In March of 2025, with the guidance of President Manisha Patel, the Greensboro Bar Association adopted a Statement in Support of the Rule of Law.  I hope that all of you have read it, and that each of you supports the major themes that it states on behalf of our organization (echoing statements from other bar organizations). As stated so eloquently in that letter is the principle that “the rule of law is the bedrock of American democracy, ensuring that laws are applied fairly, rights are protected, and justice is accessible to all.”

This is not a statement for or against any political party or official; it is a restatement of an essential principle of an ordered society – one which lawyers are uniquely positioned and responsible to protect.  I am grateful to President Patel and proud that GBA remains committed to stand in support of the role that the rule of law plays in our lives.  This is not only our profession and our livelihood, but also our duty.

If you have not read the GBA’s statement, you can view it at the following web address: https://www.greensborobar.org/frontpage-article/statement-from-the-gba-in-support-of-the-rule-of-law/

 

Hon. Bill Davis
President, Greensboro Bar Association
and the 24th Judicial District Bar

Legal Assistant Position Available

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**Legal Assistant Position Available**

WE ARE HIRING!  

Job Duties:

  • drafting basic pleadings, discovery, and correspondence
  • electronic filing and service of legal documents
  • corresponding with clients, clerks, and paralegals
  • providing support to attorney with caseload of collection matters
  • requesting medical records and medical bills from providers in personal injury cases

Qualifications:

  • proficient with Microsoft Word and email
  • 3–5 years experience in law firm setting preferred
  • experience with law firm billing software preferred
  • notary preferred
  • paralegal certification not required
  • coachable team player with a positive attitude

Compensation:

  • $36k – $44k annually depending on experience and skill set
  • health insurance (employee only)
  • retirement benefits available after one year

OR

  • part-time opportunity available on hourly basis

Send resume to:  hannah@sklawnc.com

Allie Petrova Re-elected as ABA Tax Section’s Council Director

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Allie Petrova

Allie Petrova

Petrova Law is honored to announce that GBA member Allie Petrova has been re-elected to serve as Council Director of the American Bar Association Section of Taxation.  Allie Petrova has been an active member of the ABA Tax Section since 2011.

The Council is the governing body of the ABA Tax Section, and Council Directors are responsible for directing the work of the various committees of the Section as well as providing comments to the Internal Revenue Service on behalf of the ABA.

Petrova’s commitment to excellence in the legal profession is highlighted by service as Chair of the Closely Held Business Committee of the ABA Tax Section. She currently serves on the ABA Tax Section’s Publications and Nominating Committees. She is a John S. Nolan Fellow and has served as a speaker on ABA Tax panels since 2017. Petrova previously served as Chair of the Tax Section of the North Carolina Bar Association.

Earlier this year, Chambers and Partners USA 2025 recognized and ranked the firm’s Tax department and Allie Petrova in Band 2 for Tax in North Carolina.

McMillan Award: Honoring Don Vaughan

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Don Vaughan

Don Vaughan

Attorney Don Vaughan received the John B. McMillan Award for Distinguished Service from the North Carolina State Bar Association. It is the only award given by the State Bar. The award was presented at the September meeting of the Greensboro Bar.

Vaughan served Greensboro for seven terms as a member of the Greensboro City Council and two terms as Mayor Pro Tem. He served two terms in the State Senate and was Deputy Leader in the State Senate.

Vaughan has practiced law for over forty years and is an Adjunct Professor of State and Local Government at Wake Forest School of Law.

Input Requested for Future CLE Topics

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As we work to plan this year’s CLE offerings, the CLE Committee is requesting your feedback on topics for future CLEs. Please take a moment to let us know what topics or practice areas you would like to see in the CLE programming this year.

Click on https://form.jotform.com/252639069362060 to complete the survey.

The CLE Committee appreciates your feedback. Thank you.

Centennial Award Nominations Open

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Please consider nominating a colleague for the Centennial Award this year.

The Centennial Award, co-sponsored by the North Carolina Bar Association, recognizes a Greensboro Bar Association member who has provided outstanding and exemplary community service. Recent awardees include Gerald L. Walden, Jr., Michael S. Fox, D. Erik Albright, and Kimberly Bullock Gatling.

Nominations for the Centennial Award are due on October 31, 2025, and can be submitted https://form.jotform.com/252334670933155. The Centennial Award will be presented at the January GBA meeting.

You may review a list of past recipients at https://www.greensborobar.org/for-members/member-resources/awards/.

Please contact Awards Committee Co-chair Jennifer Mencarini with questions.

2025-2026 Robert C. Cone Community Involvement Society

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The Community Involvement Committee is proud to announce the 2025-2026 Robert C. Cone Community Involvement Society.  This will be for service outside of the service as contemplated by the rules of professional conduct.  Like the Herb Falk Society, it will be based on service above 75 hours.

Please start keeping track of your hours since the start of 2025.  There will be a link available later in the year to submit your hours.

Read more about Robert C. Cone and his exemplary service HERE.

Malpractice Claims Trends: Insights from the 2025 ABA LPL Study

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Camille Stell is Vice President of Risk & Practice Management for Lawyers Mutual Liability Insurance Co. of NC. Continue this conversation by contacting Camille at camille@lawyersmutualnc.com or 800.662.8843.

Legal malpractice continues to evolve alongside technological, demographic, and societal shifts. The 2025 ABA Lawyers Professional Liability Spring Conference highlighted key national trends that every law firm should be watching. From the impact of aging populations to the growing role of artificial intelligence, the following are examples of the most pressing developments influencing claims in the legal profession today.

The Big Three: Trusts, Business Transactions, and Securities

Recent surveys, including one by Ames & Gough, confirm that legal malpractice claims continue to arise most frequently from three practice areas:

  • Trusts and Estates
  • Business Transactional Work
  • Corporate Securities

These areas inherently involve complex, high-stake matters where even small errors can lead to substantial financial consequences. In fact, despite claims frequency holding steady, 2023 – 2024 saw legal malpractice payouts hit an all-time high. Some insurers reported individual claim payouts exceeding $100 million.

Cybersecurity: A Persistent and Evolving Risk

Cybersecurity continues to pose serious challenges for the legal sector. Social engineering, wire fraud, and related cybercrimes are not yesterday’s issues—they remain today’s threats and are expected to persist into the future. As law firms handle sensitive client information and manage large financial transactions, the need for robust cybersecurity protocols has never been greater.

Lawyers Mutual continues to see law firms with no cyber security insurance coverage, no systems in place to guard against cyber threats, and risky behavior by attorneys and staff resulting in cyber-attacks on law firms in North Carolina.

We have many risk management resources on our website, visit lawyersmutualnc.com. Talk with Adam Pierce at our subsidiary, Lawyers Insurance, to get a quote on cyber coverage.

The Silver Tsunami and the Great Wealth Transfer

The demographic shift created by aging baby boomers, known as the “silver tsunami”, is expected to reshape legal needs and malpractice risk. With 63 million Americans currently aged 61 to 79 and baby boomers holding over 50% of the nation’s home equity, the potential for legal disputes involving estate planning, property, and wealth management is increasing. Adding to this is the unprecedented $84 trillion wealth transfer underway, making meticulous attention to trust and estate planning more crucial than ever.

Remote Work and Its Implications

The pandemic-induced shift to remote and hybrid work has redefined the legal workplace. While many attorneys appreciate the flexibility, remote work presents unique liability risks in areas such as:

  • Attorney training and mentorship
  • Supervision and oversight
  • Well-being and isolation
  • Data security and privacy

I’m a firm believer that remote and hybrid work can be done safely. As the profession continues to adapt to these new models, firms must redesign their professional management structure to meet the challenges of the modern world and remain vigilant in maintaining high standards of practice and ethical conduct.

Conflicts of Interest: A Leading Cause of Claims

Conflicts of interest remain the top cause of legal malpractice claims, as confirmed by the latest Ames & Gough survey. These claims are particularly difficult to defend due to the ambiguity of lawyer conduct and the burden of proving professional default. Once a conflict is established, it can heavily influence how a jury interprets otherwise ambiguous actions – a significant legal vulnerability.

The Rise of Artificial Intelligence in Law

AI has quickly moved from concept to practical application in the legal profession. Already, AI tools are being used to:

  • Conduct legal research and draft briefs
  • Prepare for depositions, voir dire, and trials
  • Review documents and transcripts to create timelines and identify key issues

While AI offers efficiencies, it also brings new risks around competence, confidentiality, and ethical boundaries. As its use grows, so does the potential for malpractice claims tied to its deployment.

For solo and small law firms, AI represents not just a challenge but a powerful opportunity. These firms can take meaningful steps to explore and embrace AI by starting with education – attending CLEs, webinars, or bar-sponsored workshops on legal tech. Developing a simple, thoughtful AI policy can help firms stay ahead of regulatory expectations and ethical obligations.

Solo and small firms should also evaluate available tools tailored to their size and practice areas, including AI-powered research tools, practice management platforms, and document automation solutions. Many of these tools offer free trials and low-cost entry points. By approaching AI with curiosity and intention, small firms can improve efficiency, serve clients more effectively, and remain competitive in a fast-changing legal landscape.

Clio has some excellent educational resources on AI – visit Law Firm AI Policy Template, Tips & Examples | Clio. Clio also offers a free AI fundamentals certification – perfect for the legal assistants, paralegals, and young lawyers in your firms – The Legal AI Fundamentals Certification | Free Video Course | Clio.

Looking Ahead

The legal landscape is being shaped by an array of forces: demographic changes, technological innovation, evolving work models, and persistent ethical pitfalls. Awareness and proactive risk management are key to helping lawyers navigate this environment and minimize exposure to claims.

Lawyers Mutual remains committed to providing resources, education, and support to help North Carolina attorneys adapt and thrive in this ever-changing profession. Call us to schedule a consultation, a lunch and learn, or a law firm retreat presentation.

Camille Stell is Vice President of Risk & Practice Management for Lawyers Mutual Liability Insurance Co. of NC and is the co-author of the book, RESPECT – An Insight to Attorney Compensation Plans, 2nd Edition published October 2024. Continue this conversation by contacting Camille at camille@lawyersmutualnc.com or 800.662.8843.

Young Lawyers Section: Connections

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Jonathan Parisi is President of the Greensboro Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Section and Attorney at Spangler Estate Planning

Jonathan Parisi is President of the Greensboro Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Section and Attorney at Spangler Estate Planning

An Update from the Young Lawyers Section

On September 17, 2025, the YLS held its monthly executive board meeting to revisit its goals for the year and its commitment to providing various programming, service-related, and social opportunities for its members. In addition to fostering strong relationships with its current partners, like Hunter Elementary School and Greensboro Urban Ministry, the executive board discussed additional opportunities to connect and build relationships with other organizations in our community.  Be on the lookout for more exciting information about how YLS is broadening its impact!

If you are an attorney under forty years of age or have been practicing for less than five years, we would love to connect with you!  If you have questions about YLS or how to get involved, please reach out to any board member or contact us at younglawyerssection@greensborobar.org.

YLS Welcomes New Bar Year at Abbey Taphouse

On September 25, 2025, the YLS kicked off the 2025–2026 bar year with its annual “Kick-Off” event at The Abbey Taphouse, bringing together newly admitted attorneys and fellow legal professionals for an evening of networking and community building. The event offered attendees a chance to connect, learn about upcoming YLS initiatives, and get involved in the year ahead. With strong attendance and a welcoming atmosphere, the kick-off was a great success and set the tone for an exciting year of programming and engagement.

YLS Swearing-In Ceremony 2025

Photo courtesy of Elon University School of Law

Newly Licensed Attorneys to Take Oath at Fall Ceremony

Each year, the Young Lawyers Section sponsors a Fall Swearing-In Ceremony for the admission of newly licensed attorneys to the state and federal courts.  This year, the Young Lawyers Section is hosting its Fall Swearing-In Ceremony on Friday, October 17, 2025, at 3:00 p.m.

The ceremony will be held in the Board Chambers Room on the 2nd floor of the Old Guilford County Courthouse, located at 301 W. Market St., Greensboro, NC 27401.

We welcome the support and attendance of GBA members at the swearing-in ceremony to support our newly licensed attorneys.  If you are a newly licensed attorney, or you know a newly licensed attorney that may want to participate, please email Jonathan M. Parisi for application materials. Applications are due by October 10, 2025.

YLS Member Spotlight: Hunter A. H. Amos, Tuggle Duggins P.A.

Hunter Amos

Hunter Amos

Hunter is an Associate Attorney at Tuggle Duggins P.A. and practices corporate law.  A large part of his practice is focused on mergers and acquisitions. He also drafts and reviews contracts, sets up business entities, assists clients with their corporate structure, and other legal business issues.

What advice would you give to law students or new lawyers?

The best advice I would give to new lawyers is to make yourself available and open to new projects even if it may not be exactly what you want to practice. Do not be afraid to ask questions even if you think it is an easy question—if you never ask, you may never know.

What’s a fun or surprising fact people might not know about you?

A surprising fact people may not know about me is that I did software consulting for about five years after undergrad before I decided to go to law school. Stopping that career and going to law school full time was the best career decision I have made thus far.

Connect with YLS

To provide feedback & suggestions for future events/programming, please email the Young Lawyers Section at younglawyerssection@greensborobar.org.

The Young Lawyers Section would like to celebrate the personal milestones and professional accomplishments of its members. Email YLS at younglawyerssection@greensborobar.org to share achievements that you would like celebrated on our social media platform and in the GBA’s member newsletter!

New Members Approved on September 9, 2025

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Caroline A. DeCarvalho
Bovis, Kyle, Burch & Medlin, LLC
Category: Newly Licensed
Endorser: Camilla F. DeBoard

Brooks Duane Godbold
Revolution Law Group
Category: Newly Licensed
Endorser: Karen McKeithen Schaede

Martin McAullife
Elon University School of Law
Category: Regular
Endorser: Patricia C. Perkins

Joseph Michael Korin
Bagwell, Holt, Smith P.A.
Category: Newly Licensed
Endorser: Andrea L. Davis

Leigh Trigilio
Category: Regular
Endorser: Marc E. Trigilio

Stacey Dawn Rubain
Office of the Federal Public Defender
Category: Public Service
Endorser: Ames C. Chamberlin-

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