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Weekly Bar Briefs - May 12, 2026
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Dear Buncombe Bar Members,
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Tomorrow is our Pro Bono Awards Celebration luncheon at 12:30 at the YMI Cultural Center. While it is past the point to register for a lunch, please feel free to bring your own lunch and join us for the fellowship.
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The following attorneys are being recognized:
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- Younger Attorney Pro Bono Service Award: Keely Sewell
- Outstanding Pro Bono Service Award: Ben Scales
- Lifetime Pro Bono Achievement Award: Bill Wolcott
- Legal Assistant/Paralegal Pro Bono Service Award: Victoria Robb
- Emeritus Attorney Pro Bono Service Award: Tom Siekman (Receiving award in June)
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Law Day 2026
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The Buncombe County Bar was proud to sponsor Law Day, featuring remarks from Judge Sharon Barrett, Jackie Kiger, Executive Director of Pisgah Legal Services, and Niki Foster. Their insights underscored the importance of judicial independence and the vital role attorneys play in upholding the rule of law. The program concluded with Judge Calvin Hill leading the renewal of our oaths as attorneys.
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Chase Duran Joins Asheville Legal Community Following NC Bar Admission
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GRCC, P.A. is proud to announce that Chase Duran has officially passed the North Carolina State Bar and was sworn in as an attorney on Friday, May 8, 2026.
Chase joined GRCC, P.A. in March 2026 following his graduation from Elon University School of Law in December 2025. Originally from Florida, Chase has already become a valued member of the firm, bringing enthusiasm, dedication, and a strong commitment to serving clients and the community.
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Scott Anderson in 2026 South Carolina Super Lawyers® list
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Grimes Teich Anderson LLP is pleased to announce that attorney Scott M. Anderson has again been selected for the South Carolina Super Lawyers® list for 2026.
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Don't Miss Jazz for Justice!
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Pisgah Legal Services Hosts Upcoming Jazz for Justice Event
May 28th Fundraiser Offers Lively Music, Conversation and Community
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Family Financial Settlement Mediation Training Live and In-person in Asheville June 1 to 5
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The Mediation Center is offering a Family Financial Settlement Mediation Training live and in-person in Asheville June 1 to 5. This training is approved by the NC Dispute Resolution Commission as the 40-hour FFS training. Qualified mediators can register for the 16-hour supplement on June 1 and 2. The 40-hour training includes 24 hours of CLE: two years of credit!
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Seeking Associate Attorney
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The law firm of Garlock & McKinney, P.C., a small Black Mountain, North Carolina firm, is looking for an associate attorney to join their team on a partnership track. The firm’s primary practice areas are Estate Administration and Probate Law, Guardianships, Trusts, Estate Planning, and comprehensive Fiduciary Services. We are looking for a person with an entrepreneurial spirit and the …
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Mays Johnson - Paralegal / Trustee Assistant
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The Mays Johnson Law Firm seeks a 3/4 or full-time paralegal / trustee's assistant. James Johnson practices construction law. Rob Mays serves a bankruptcy trustee and receiver, collects judgments, and represents commercial creditors and trustees in litigation. The office is prime space in downtown Asheville, near the Grove Arcade and the federal courthouse. Duties include typical litigation paralegal and office administration functions, plus investigating the financial affairs of persons and entities in bankruptcy and coordinating sales with brokers and auctioneers. Hours are flexible and the office environment is casual, quiet, and dog friendly. Applicants must have excellent communication skills, discretion, an ability to quickly learn new computer software, some experience with civil litigation or bankruptcy, and be proficient with Microsoft Word.
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Qualified Tax Expert Position
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Pisgah Legal Services seeks a Qualified Tax Expert (QTE) CPA, Attorney or Enrolled Agent for the Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic (LITC) with a commitment to, and passion for, the rights of low-income taxpayers. The QTE will work with other tax and benefits program staff to increase the capacity of PLS to low-income taxpayers through tax controversy representation and advice on tax disputes with the IRS and North Carolina Department of Revenue. The LITC is supported by a grant from the Internal Revenue Service.
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May 13 - Monthly Bar Luncheon & Pro Bono Celebration at 12:30 at YMI Cultural Center
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June 8 - Buncombe Bar Executive Committee Meeting
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June 10 - Bar Luncheon & Annual Meeting at 12:30 at YMI Cultural Center
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June 18 - Buncombe Bar Baseball at Hometrust Park
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