Stay informed about the latest news and events taking place at Morningstar Law Group. Here is a look at how our attorneys are making headlines.
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Congratulations to Alex Jakubiak on Earning Their CIPP/US Certification
July 26, 2025
Morningstar Law Group is proud to congratulate attorney Alex Jakubiak on earning their Certified Information Privacy Professional/United States (CIPP/US) credential from the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP). The CIPP/US is a leading industry certification for attorneys and professionals who focus on U.S. privacy laws and regulations. It demonstrates a deep understanding of key privacy […]
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Morningstar Law Group Welcomes Attorney Jennifer Ball to FDA & Healthcare Regulatory Practice
July 26, 2025
Morningstar Law Group is pleased to welcome Jennifer Ball to the firm’s FDA & Healthcare Regulatory practice area. Jenn will be based in our Raleigh office, where she brings to our clients a unique blend of legal acumen, scientific training, and deep in-house experience. Jenn is a Raleigh attorney with a background in biology and […]
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Morningstar Law Group Welcomes Abby Maner Freeman to Expanding Business Practice
July 26, 2025
Morningstar Law Group is pleased to welcome attorney Abby Maner Freeman to the firm’s growing Business Practice Group. Abby will be based in our Raleigh office. Abby is a seasoned corporate attorney who advises clients on a wide range of complex financial transactions. Her practice focuses on representing private equity funds, lenders, and private companies […]
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Morningstar Adds Partners with Financial Expertise
June 10, 2025
Morningstar Law Group is pleased to announce that Anne Croteau and Alex Horn have joined the firm’s Raleigh office as partners, expanding our capabilities in private equity, debt finance, and complex financial transactions. “Anne and Alex are talented, trusted, and bring a client-first approach to everything they do,” said Grayson Hale, chair of the firm’s Business Practice Group. […]
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Land Use Attorneys and Firm Ranked in Chambers USA 2025
June 9, 2025
🌟 We’re proud to share that Morningstar Law Group has once again been recognized in Chambers USA 2025 for excellence in Real Estate and Land Use law. 🌟 Our firm received a Band 1 ranking, the highest recognition in this category for North Carolina. In addition: 🏅 Bill Brian was individually ranked in Band 1, […]
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Morningstar Intellectual Property Team Wins Summary Judgement in Trademark Case
April 24, 2025
Christopher Jackson, Kenzie Rakes, and John Kivus successfully obtained summary judgment in a trademark infringement case in the Western District of North Carolina. The order means the Court has dismissed all claims against our clients with prejudice, effectively ending this litigation in our client’s favor. The Court’s 33-page order thoroughly analyzed the trademark dispute between […]
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Morningstar's Nil Ghosh Appointed to RDUAA
April 10, 2025
We’re thrilled to announce that Nil Ghosh, partner at Morningstar Law Group, has been appointed to the Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority (RDUAA) by the Durham Board of County Commissioners! RDUAA—established way back in 1939—is the powerhouse team behind one of the fastest-growing airports in the country. In just the last year, RDU welcomed over 15 million […]
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Le'Ron Byrd and Hunter Winstead Join Morningstar Law Group
April 3, 2025
Please join us in giving a warm welcome to two outstanding attorneys who recently joined Morningstar Law Group! Le’Ron Byrd is a seasoned commercial and business litigation attorney who helps clients—ranging from businesses to nonprofits—navigate complex civil disputes. From state and federal court litigation to nationwide post-judgment collection and construction-related matters, Le’Ron brings strategic insight […]
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2025 North Carolina Super Lawyers® & Rising Stars®
March 1, 2025
Ten Morningstar Law Group attorneys have been selected as 2025 North Carolina Super Lawyers® and 4 as 2025 Rising Stars®. The selected attorneys represent Morningstar’s Business, Employment, Litigation, and Real Estate and Land Use practice groups. Congratulations to all for this recognition of their experience and dedication to client service. Our 2025 Super Lawyers®. Our […]
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Matthew Blewitt Joins Morningstar Law Group
March 1, 2025
We’re thrilled to welcome Matthew Blewitt to the Morningstar Law Group team! As a seasoned commercial litigation attorney in Raleigh, Matthew brings a wealth of experience and a client-centered approach to every case. His dedication to achieving favorable outcomes for clients, from Fortune 500 companies to local businesses, makes him a valuable addition to our […]
