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Recent Bar News
Retirement Ceremony & Reception for Superior Court Clerk Steve Cogburn
Posted on March 20, 2023 by Bar AdministratorThe Buncombe Bar is hosting a retirement ceremony and reception for Superior Court Clerk Steve Cogburn on Friday, March 24th at 4pm. The ceremony will take place in the fifth floor courtroom, with a reception afterwards. The reception will be held in the rotunda outside the Clerk’s office in the courthouse. All Bar members are
Court Navigator Pilot Program Launches at Buncombe County Courthouse
Posted on March 17, 2023 by Bar Administrator
As part of a widespread effort to reduce instances of missed court dates and offer more support to justice-impacted individuals, Buncombe County Justice Services is launching a Court Navigator pilot program. Justice Services is happy to welcome Betsy Chavez to the Court Navigator role. Chavez is bilingual (fluent in Spanish and English) and will serve as
NC Board Certification Notice
Posted on March 14, 2023 by Bar AdministratorLawyers often limit the kinds of matters that they handle in order to acquire expertise in a specific field of law. Board certification provides formal recognition of that concentration of knowledge and experience. Although the requirements vary from one specialty area to the next, the minimum standards for certification as a board certified specialist include
Jean Marie Christy Appointed as Superior Court Clerk
Posted on March 14, 2023 by Bar AdministratorIn a press release issued on March 13, 2023, Senior Resident Superior Court Judge for the 28th Judicial District, Alan Thornburg, announced that he will, upon the retirement of the current Clerk of Superior Court on March 31, 2023, appoint Jean Marie Christy to the position of Clerk of Superior Court. Ms. Christy currently serves
Nominations Invited for Bar Executive Committee for 2023
Posted on March 13, 2023 by Bar AdministratorThe Buncombe County Bar invites nominations for President-Elect, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer, and three members of the Executive Committee for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. Suggestions for persons to fill these vacancies are welcome. Nominations can be mailed to the Bar Administrator, P.O. Box 7391, Asheville, NC 28802 or emailed to admin@BuncombeBar.com, and must be received by
Administrative Order for Continuance Policy of the Criminal and Civil Superior Courts
Posted on March 7, 2023 by Bar AdministratorThe undersigned Senior Resident Superior Court Judge for Judicial District 28 hereby enters the following Administrative Order concerning the Continuance Policy of the Criminal and Civil Superior Courts of Buncombe County: It is the policy of this Court to provide justice for citizens without unnecessary delay, without undue waste of the time and other resources
Recent Member News
Sign Up for Pisgah Legal Services' Batched Pro Bono Will Program
Posted on March 13, 2023 by Pisgah Legal ServicesFree Incompetency and Guardianship 101 CLE
Posted on March 13, 2023 by Pisgah Legal ServicesPisgah Legal Services receives more requests from low-income clients for assistance with adult guardianship matters than we can refer to our current pro bono attorneys. Typical scenarios include: A parent seeks guardianship of an adult disabled child. A spouse seeks guardianship of their partner who has lost the ability to make or carry out decisions about
Nominate a Paralegal for the 2023 Exemplary Pro Bono Paralegal Award
Posted on March 13, 2023 by Pisgah Legal ServicesThe Buncombe County Bar seeks to honor a local paralegal or legal assistant who has made exemplary contributions to support pro bono legal work for low-income people in Western North Carolina. The Pro Bono Committee of the Bar will present the 2023 Exemplary Pro Bono Paralegal Award at its annual pro bono celebration on May
Recent Classifieds
Seeking Paralegal/Administrative Assistant
Posted on March 15, 2023 by Bar AdministratorArea law firm has an immediate need for a full-time paralegal/administrative assistant in their Marshall office. Applicants should be multi-task oriented, have excellent written and oral communication skills, and be able to function well in a fast-paced environment. The responsibilities include supporting attorneys by managing calendars, creating, proofing, editing, revising, and printing correspondence, memoranda, and
Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians Seeks Prosecutor
Posted on March 10, 2023 by Bar AdministratorPosition title: Tribal Prosecutor II – Office of the Attorney General (L17 $72,127 – $96,169) Location: Cherokee, NC Main Duties: Prosecutes criminal and juvenile charges in Cherokee Court. Provides assistance and advice to investigators in the field at crime scenes and during investigations. Assists in training Cherokee Police Department in the investigation techniques and the development
Upcoming Events
Intersection of Real Property & Estate Planning CLE 2023-03-24
Posted on February 10, 2023 by Bar AdministratorThe intersection of real property and estate planning can be fraught with potential problems without proper planning and preparation. As attorneys and advisors, we are often asked how to best facilitate transfers of real property without compromising the careful plans put in place for our clients’ estates. This CLE addresses common questions and concerns that
Retirement Reception for Superior Court Clerk Steve Cogburn 2023-03-24
Posted on February 27, 2023 by Bar AdministratorThe Buncombe Bar is hosting a retirement ceremony and reception for Superior Court Clerk Steve Cogburn on Friday, March 24th at 4pm. The ceremony will take place in the fifth floor courtroom, with a reception afterwards. The reception will be held in the rotunda outside the Clerk’s office in the courthouse. All Bar members are
April 2023 Bar luncheon 2023-04-12
Posted on November 15, 2022 by Bar AdministratorSpring Picnic 2023 2023-05-11
Posted on January 27, 2023 by Bar AdministratorAll Bar members and their families are invited to the Spring Picnic at the Smoky Park Supper Club. We look forward to seeing you all at this beautiful outdoor picnic spot on the French Broad River. The menu will feature grilled meat and veggies to order, along with grilled fingerling potatoes and fresh green salad.