Cranfill Sumner LLP

09/01/2026

We are excited to announce Robert El-Jaouhari as the Chair of our Administrative, Regulatory, and Government Law Practice Group. He is based in our firm’s Raleigh office.

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08/31/2026

Last week members of our Risk Management and Workers’ Compensation Practice Group attended the 2026 Workers' Compensation Institute Conference in Orlando.

Jennifer Morris Jones, Jerri Simmons, Charles Hicks, and David Rhoades participated in the Workers’ Compensation Defense Institute Multi-State Breakout, and Jennifer Morris Jones moderated the National Workers' Compensation Review’s "Trail Blazers and Ceiling Breakers Workshop: The Power Pivot, Strategies to Thrive in Times of Change."

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08/25/2026

Congratulations to Robert El-Jaouhari who was named a Best Lawyers 2027 Ones to Watch in America! Robert was recognized in the categories of Commercial Litigation, Litigation – Construction, and Professional Malpractice Law.

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08/24/2026

Congratulations to the 30 Cranfill Sumner LLP attorneys who were selected for inclusion in the 2027 Best Lawyers in America list!

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08/21/2026

Congratulations to the Cranfill Sumner attorneys who were named Lawyers of the Year in their respective practice areas by the 2027 Best Lawyers list. https://buff.ly/b75JWXC

08/19/2026

How is “just compensation” calculated when the government takes private property through eminent domain?

Marshall Wall and Jeremy Hopkins explain the key factors, including fair market value, the impact of a partial taking, and the property’s highest and best use.

For more information about How Is Just Compensation Calculated in an Eminent Domain Case?, click here or visit our site to learn more!

08/17/2026

Navigating North Carolina's public records laws can be complex, especially as legal requirements continue to evolve.

Marissa Jensen and Jake Stewart discuss this on the NC Association of Defense Attorneys website. Their article provides a practical overview of what qualifies as a public record, what does not, recent legal developments, and best practices for responding to public records requests.

08/10/2026

ICYMI Our summer clerks sat down with our attorneys to learn more about the legal profession and what to expect as they start their careers. Check our social media accounts to catch up on what they learned this summer.

08/07/2026

Practicing in the North Carolina Business Court requires more than following the Rules of Civil Procedure. Once a case is designated as a mandatory complex business case, the North Carolina Business Court Rules take center stage, and Rule 7 can significantly impact the success of your motions practice.

In March, Maxwell Shafer broke down Business Court Rule 7 by highlighting common pitfalls and sharing a practical checklist to help attorneys navigate motions practice more effectively and avoid procedural missteps.

For more information about North Carolina Business Court Rule 7: A Strategic Guide and Checklist for Business Court Motions Practice, click here or visit our site to learn more!

08/06/2026

Behind every successful legal team is a group of dedicated professionals working together to make great client service possible.

We are thankful for our paralegals whose knowledge, commitment, and professionalism make a difference every day. Through their collaboration, unwavering support of our attorneys and clients, and dedication to high-quality work, they exemplify Cranfill Sumner's core values of Teamwork, Reputation, and Client Service.

Thank you to our outstanding paralegals for everything you do to support our clients, colleagues, and firm. We are grateful for the impact you make each day.

Happy National Paralegal Day!