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Weekly Bar Briefs - November 18, 2025
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Dear Buncombe Bar Members,
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We had a full courtroom on Friday to honor our deceased members over the last few years. Please take a moment to recall memories of these friends and colleagues if you were not able to attend:
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Buncombe Bar Annual Holiday Party & Toy/Winter Coat Drive
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Reserve your tickets now for the annual Bar Holiday Party & Toy Drive on Friday, December 12, 2025 beginning at 5:30pm with cocktails and appetizers. The party will take place this year at The Venue located at 21 N. Market Street in Asheville. At 6:30pm, President Susan Russo Klein will offer holiday greetings. There will be two full bars, delicious hor …
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A Beautiful Evening at the YLD Social
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Thanks to all who attended the YLD Social at the Governor's Western Residence! Bears were spotted, the weather invited us outdoors, and the sunset was beautiful! Thanks to Magnolia Title for making it possible. Click here to see more photos.
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Free CLE Series - The Science of Steady with Laura Mahr (LAST CLASS)
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The Science of Steady: Mind-Body Skills to Regulate Stress in Challenging Times Five-Week NO COST CLE series exclusively for members of the Buncombe County Bar Course Dates: Tuesdays Oct 14, 21, 28 and November 11, 18, 2025
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Time: 12:00-1:00pm via Zoom
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NC State Bar Update on the IOLTA Program and 2026 Grant Funding
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Please click here to read the recent update put out by the NC State Bar.
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Courthouse Holiday Party December 12
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We are happy to announce that the Buncombe County Clerk's Office will be hosting the annual Courthouse Holiday on December 12, 2025 from 12-2.
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Ferikes Bleynat & Cannon Recognized in 2026 Best Law Firms for Excellence Across Key Practice Areas
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Ferikes Bleynat & Cannon is proud to announce its continued recognition in the 2026 Edition of Best Law Firms by Best Lawyers in America, earning top rankings across multiple categories that reflect the firm’s long-standing commitment to exceptional advocacy and client service throughout Western North Carolina.
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GHMA | LAW Earns Tier 1 Recognition in 2026 Best Law Firms for Family Law
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GHMA | LAW included in Best Law Firms for 15th consecutive year.
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Van Winkle Joins Other Local Firms in 2026 Best Law Firms List ®
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We are proud to share that The Van Winkle Law Firm has been recognized in the 16th edition of The Best Law Firms® rankings for 2026. Firms that continually excel in legal skill and industry insight are selected for this honor through a review process that includes client evaluations, peer feedback, leadership input, and an assessment of practice strength. The …
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Sean Devereux Inducted as a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers
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Devereux & Banzhoff is pleased to announce that Sean Devereux was inducted as a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers at the College’s annual meeting in Washington, D.C. on October 11. The College describes its members: “Fellowship in the College is by invitation, extended only after careful investigation, to those experienced trial lawyers who have demonstrated exceptional skill …
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Grimes Teich Anderson LLP In 2026 Edition of Best Law Firms®
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Grimes Teich Anderson LLP is happy to announce that it is again recognized in the 2026 Edition of Best Lawyers in America® "Best Law Firms" for Asheville. The firm is ranked Regional Tier 1 for Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants and Regional Tier 2 for Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs.
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ASK Law named in the 2026 Edition of Best Law Firms®️ for the 6th year in a row!
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We have the pleasure of announcing that Allen Stahl + Kilbourne has been named in the 2026 Edition of Best Law Firms®️ for the 6th year in a row!
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Asheville - Regional
Tier 1: Litigation - Land Use & Zoning
Tier 2: Construction Law and Litigation-Construction
Tier 3: Land Use & Zoning Law, Litigation-Real Estate, and Real Estate Law
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For more information and methodology, head to www.bestlawfirms.com.
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Roberts & Stevens earns 2026 ‘Best Law Firms’ ranking for 20 practice areas
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Roberts & Stevens is pleased to announce that it has earned Best Lawyers 2026 “Best Law Firms” Metropolitan Tier 1 rankings for Asheville.
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Campbell Shatley, PLLC welcomes attorneys Ian Shoulders, Brian Shaw, Michael Frue, Chad Donnahoo
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Campbell Shatley, PLLC is pleased to announce that associate Ian Shoulders has joined the firm. Ian joined the firm on April 1, 2024 after practice as staff attorney to Mountain State Justice, a prestigious public interest firm located in Morgantown, West Virginia. Ian advises the firm’s local educational agency clients, with a focus on special education law. Chad Donnahoo …
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Title Searcher Opening
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Roberts & Stevens is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented title searcher to join our thriving residential and commercial real estate team. Candidates should be critical thinkers with strong problem-solving abilities and excellent written and verbal communication skills. Applicants with prior experience in real estate are encouraged to apply. Compensation will be competitive and based on relevant experience. All inquiries and applications will be kept confidential. Send cover letter and resume to HumanResources@Roberts-Stevens.com.
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LITIGATION ATTORNEY OPPORTUNITY
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The Asheville law firm of Greg Johnson Attorney at Law PC has a thriving real estate litigation practice and is looking for a litigation attorney to manage existing cases and future referrals.
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Associate Attorney – Business Transactions Practice
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Coffield Heedy Kilgore PLLC is seeking a dedicated and talented Associate Attorney to join our Business Transactions Practice. We are a dynamic and client-focused law firm committed to providing exceptional legal services and fostering professional growth. As an Associate Attorney in our Business Transactions Practice, you will work closely with clients to provide innovative and practical solutions for their business needs.
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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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December 8 - Buncombe Bar Executive Committee Meeting at 12:30 via Zoom
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December 12 - Buncombe Bar Holiday Party at The Venue 5:30 - 9:00 PM
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