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Weekly Bar Briefs - August 11, 2026

Dear Buncombe Bar Members,
We want to acknowledge the generous support we receive from the U.S. District Court, Western District of NC. They assist us with leadership at the joint swearing-in ceremony and the Professionalism for New Attorneys CLE, along with financial donations to help with leadership opportunities in The Buncombe Bar. We are extremely grateful!

Bar News

Third Thursdays with YLD at Highland Brewing

The Buncombe County Young Lawyers Division is launching “Third Thursdays” at Highland Brewing. This recurring monthly social event is focused on building connection, camaraderie, and community among young lawyers in Buncombe County. Please join us on Thursday, August 20 from 6–8 PM. No RSVP required.

Buncombe Bar Executive Committee 2026-2027

The new fiscal year for the Buncombe County Bar began July 1, 2026, and with the new year, we have new leadership. Click here to meet your Buncombe Bar Officers and Executive Committee Members. This group is excited to focus the year on increasing participation at events and will be meeting for the annual retreat on August 18.

Member News

Paralegal Michael Huddle Joins Capua Law

Capua Law is excited to announce that Michael Huddle has joined our firm as a Paralegal with over 10 years of experience managing high-volume civil litigation, family law, and criminal defense caseloads.

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Paralegal Michael Huddle

Attorney Avi Koren Joins Capua Law

Capua Law is excited to announce that Attorney Avi Koren has joined our firm. Avi comes to Capua Law from Yale Haymond Law, PLLC in Charlotte, NC where he managed a caseload of civil litigation and pre-litigation matters from start to finish, including business and construction disputes, employment matters, and personal injury cases. Prior to that, Avi served at Hedrick Gardner Kincheloe & Garofalo, LLP, also located in Charlotte.

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Attorney Avi Koren

Classifieds

Hiring Real Estate Paralegal

Marshall, Roth & Gregory, PC is seeking a Real Estate Paralegal to join our legal team. We are a small practice centered on providing outstanding service. SoftPro experience and experience in balancing closing disclosures with lenders is essential in this position.

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Hiring Associate Attorney

Company Description - Van Marter Law handles a wide range of work, from curing complex title issues to straightforward residential real estate transactions. Clients benefit from a calm, organized process and clear communication at every stage of representation. Van Marter Law emphasizes extended personal engagement, ensuring that each client receives attentive, detail-oriented service. The firm values professionalism, integrity, and practical solutions …

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Upcoming Events

Monthly Luncheons will Resume on September 16
August 18 - Buncombe Bar Executive Committee Annual Retreat
August 20 - YLD Third Thursday at Highland Brewery 6:00 - 8:00 (no registration needed)
September 16 - Bar luncheon at YMI Cultural Center
September 18 - Joint Swearing-In Ceremony (State & Federal) in 5th Floor Courtroom
October 1 - YLD Social at the Governor's Western Residence