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Weekly Bar Briefs - September 9, 2025
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Dear Buncombe Bar Members,
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While it is too late to order lunch through us tomorrow, you can still join us at the YMI Cultural Center at 12:30 to enjoy our speaker, Katherine Jeffery, PhD, a generational strategist and business consultant eager to share her knowledge with the attorneys of the Buncombe County Bar. Her firm specializes in developing business strategies that help organizations navigate generational complexities as five generations work side-by-side in the workforce—improving culture, inclusivity, and performance. Katherine has spent over 20 years studying human behavior, focusing her doctoral research on the Millennial view of leadership and teams. As a consultant, she has worked with leading global companies across a wide range of industries, helping them innovate and transform culture and develop strong, cohesive teams. An entrepreneur and agent of change at heart, she is also the CMO and Co-Founder of MADE FREE, a social enterprise that designs and manufactures products to help address extreme poverty, human trafficking and promote ethical jobs. Bring your own lunch or just join us to learn more!
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Thanks for helping us capture our 10 Year Historic Photo
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What a great crowd we had turn out for our 2025 photo! These photos can be purchased using the order form below from Benjamin Porter Photography if ordered by Sep. 21st.
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The Law Office of Steven M. King Announces Opening
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Buncombe Bar member Steven King has opened a new family law practice in Asheville serving Buncombe, Henderson, Madison, and Yancey Counties.
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19 McGuire Wood & Bissette Attorneys Recognized by Best Lawyers®
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McGuire, Wood & Bissette is proud to announce that 19 of our attorneys have been recognized by Best Lawyers®!
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Capua Law Attorneys Andrea Capua and Jordan Rogan Recognized in the 2026 Edition of Best Lawyers®
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Capua Law is excited to announce that Partner Andrea Capua was named the Best Lawyers® 2026 Family Law “Lawyer of the Year” in Asheville and that Jordan Rogan was included in the 2026 edition of the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America for Appellate Practice.
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Jordan Rogan is not admitted in North Carolina. She is currently pending admission to the North Carolina State Bar.
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Jim Barrett presented with The John B. McMillan Distinguished Service Award.
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Blue Ridge Family Law Announces Opening
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New Family Law Firm Announces Opening- serving nearly all of WNC & Handling Family Law Appeals
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BJ Kilgore Recognized by Best Lawyers in America®
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Congratulations to BJ Kilgore for being recognized in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® for his work in Trusts and Estates.
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Congratulations to Ryan Coffield for his well-deserved recognition as a "Lawyer of the Year" for Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) by Best Lawyers in America® in Asheville!
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Ones to Watch ® at Van Winkle
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We are pleased to highlight our 2026 Best Lawyers, Ones to Watch ® Congratulations to these rising stars!
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Letter from Magistrate Darlene Griffin
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As a lifelong resident of Western North Carolina, I have been honored to serve the residents of Buncombe County for the last 32 years. Throughout my career I have been both inspired and saddened by the many people I have encountered. I have seen people at rock bottom, but I have also been amazed by so many people that have overcome challenges and changed …
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Free event for Seniors/Senior Care Professionals
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Senior Living Panel of the Pros - 9/3/25 - 11am - 12:30pm - Hilltop Event Center
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Charming bungalow for rent
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New Office Listing – Perfect for Legal Professionals
Looking for a polished, private office space near downtown Asheville? This renovated bungalow at 56 Clayton Street offers 4 offices, ADA access, off-street parking, and is wired for voice/data—just minutes from the courthouse.
Available Nov 1
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Legal Assistant Opening
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Roberts & Stevens, P.A. is seeking a highly skilled Legal Assistant to join our litigation team. Candidates must have a minimum of three years’ related experience. Should be a critical thinker with strong attention to detail and have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Candidates should be able to work independently but also be a team player and be able to work well under pressure. Competitive salary and excellent benefits package offered. Compensation will be competitive and based on relevant experience. This is a wonderful opportunity to join an outstanding team of litigation professionals. For more information, please visit https://www.roberts-stevens.com/careers.
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Capua Law is Seeking an Associate Attorney
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Capua Law is searching for an attorney with a Juris Doctorate from an ABA accredited law school and 4+ years of experience. The candidate must be highly skilled in researching, drafting, reviewing, negotiating, closing, advising related to complex matters, and taking the lead on matters and client relationships. Emphasis in corporate law and litigation experience is preferred. The candidate must be admitted to practice in North Carolina. For more information on this position, please visit https://www.capualaw.com/careers. To apply for this position, please send your cover letter and resume in confidence to John Streszoff, Director of Marketing and Recruiting at Capua Law: johns@capualaw.com
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September 10 - Buncombe Bar Monthly Luncheon, 12:30 at YMI Cultural Center
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October 3 - New Attorney Joint Swearing-In Ceremony
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October 8 - Buncombe Bar Monthly Luncheon, 12:30 at YMI Cultural Center
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October 9-10 - Professionalism for New Admittees (PNA) CLE at Van Winkle Law Firm
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October 14 - November 18 - Laura Mahr 5 Week Free CLE Virtual Series - The Science of Steady: Mind-Body Skills to Regulate Stress in Challenging Times
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