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Claims, Concerts, and Metallica: Getting to Know Wayne Stephenson
by Lawyers Mutual
| With over three decades at Lawyers Mutual, Wayne Stephenson has built a career helping lawyers navigate some of their most challenging moments — while shaping how real estate claims are resolved. Outside the office, his passion for Metallica has become a meaningful part of his life. | | |
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Wrongful Death Claims Under the Camp Lejeune Just Act: Who Gets the Money?
by Will Graebe
| The Camp Lejeune Justice Act (“CLJA”) created a rare and unusual window for filing claims that would otherwise be long barred. For wrongful death claims, that window carries consequences that North Carolina lawyers need to think through carefully. | | |
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North Carolina Enacts Electronically Stored Wills
by Andrew Brower
| Beginning January 1, 2026, North Carolina estate planning and probate attorneys will have a new tool to offer clients that can potentially reduce litigation surrounding lost wills and other complications related to storing and accessing the original will. | | | |
The Notary's Crucial Role in Legal Practices: Protect Your Firm from Avoidable Risk
by Rebecca Fillion
| Law firms are investing more in technology than ever before. Practice management systems, document automation tools, e-discovery platforms, AI-assisted research – the list continues to grow. Yet in many firms, a surprising reality exists: the technology is there, but it isn’t being used – or at least not used effectively. | |
LIVE WEBINAR | PRACTICING LAW IN THE AGE OF AI:
Ethical Duties, Emerging Risks and Judicial Guidance
Tuesday, April 28 | Noon-1:00 p.m.
Artificial intelligence is reshaping how legal services are delivered, raising important questions about professional responsibility. In this timely program, Lawyers Mutual’s Camille Stell is joined by senior claims attorneys Mark Scruggs and Will Graebe to examine the evolving ethical landscape surrounding AI.
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On-Demand CLE - FREE for Insureds
LM Insured Benefit Spotlight—FREE Online CLE and Courses! New Bundles and Courses added, including a Spring Essential CLE Bundle. New courses and CLEs added monthly, with more than 60 current programs to choose from.
3 Easy Steps to Get Started:
1️⃣ Go to lawyersmutualnc.inreachce.com
2️⃣ Create an account with your email (you’ll need it to log in each time!)
3️⃣ Choose a program from the LM library, add it to your cart (FREE!), and start watching. Watch the full video to earn credit!
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The Modern Solo/Small Firm Conference
September 18, 2026 | Apella RTP | Durham, NC
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Mark your calendar for September 18, 2026, for the Modern Solo/Small Firm Conference, a day dedicated to providing new ideas, fresh energy, and concrete next steps for solos and small firms. This conference will show you how today’s modern lawyer entrepreneur can build a flexible, client-centered, and tech-forward practice without burning out. You'll hear from engaging speakers, get valuable CLE opportunities, and have time to connect with peers from across the state.
This year's conference will be held at Apella by Alexandria in the Research Triangle Park.
More conference details to come. We look forward to seeing you in September.
| | FREE Consulting for Insureds | | |
Lawyers Mutual is more than a policy. Wherever you are in your law practice journey, our trusted practice advisor, Camille Stell, is here to support you—from launching your firm to managing daily operations to planning for retirement.
As an added benefit of your Lawyers Mutual coverage, LML insureds can schedule up to three complimentary consultations each year with Camille by phone, video, or email. Now that’s LM Value!
| | Respect - An Insight to Attorney Compensation Plans.
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NEW! E-book Now Available!
- 100+ New Pages
- Additional Case Studies
- New Chapters
Get the e-book now!
$189.00
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LIVE WEBINAR | 2026 Cybersecurity and Fraud Update
Tuesday, April 21 | Noon-1:00 p.m.
The rapidly changing landscape of our digital cyber age continues to create many opportunities and advantages for attorneys and clients alike. Unfortunately, bad actors leverage those same platforms to steal money and information as well. In this update program hear about current common threats facing attorneys and clients today, including phishing, telephone impersonation, ransomware, wire fraud, fake checks, data breaches, and more. We will then cover the easiest and highest impact protective measures to help keep you and your clients safe and foil the common tactics used by scammers.
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LM Title Upcoming CLEs
- May 19, 2026: When Insolvency and Real Property Collide: What Happens in Bankruptcy and Receivership – Lisa Sumner, Maynard Nexsen
- June 16, 2026: Family Law & Real Estate – Kentan Soni, Soni Brendle, PLLC
- October 20, 2026: Foreclosures – John Mandulak, Hutchens Law Firm
- October 27, 2026: Halloween Horror Stories
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