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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14 Candles, Zero Billable Hours: Morningstar Law Group Celebrates Its Anniversary
September 1, 2026
Once a year, something wild happens at Morningstar Law Group: we close our laptops, put down our pens, and just… hang out. It’s been our tradition since day one. Fourteen years ago we opened our doors, and every year since, we’ve paused for an afternoon to do it all over again — good food, better […]
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Morningstar Law Group Attorneys Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America© 2027
September 1, 2026
Morningstar Law Group is proud to announce that twenty-seven of our attorneys have been named to The Best Lawyers in America© 2027 edition, with three additionally recognized as “Lawyer of the Year” in their respective practice areas. Four of our rising attorneys have also been named to the “Ones to Watch” list, which honors lawyers […]
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2026 RTAC ACC Lunch & Learn
April 16, 2026
Morningstar Law Group was proud to sponsor and participate in last week’s RTAC ACC Lunch & Learn at Apella RT, where attorneys Hank Gates and Britney Weaver presented “Managing the Modern Workplace: AI, Political Speech, and the Legal Updates Shaping 2026.” The program brought together in-house counsel from many of the Triangle’s major employers for […]
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Growth Driven by Client Trust - Morningstar Law Group Ranked 10th Largest Firm in the Triangle
January 16, 2026
We are proud to share that the Triangle Business Journal has recognized Morningstar Law Group as the 10th largest law firm in the Triangle. While we appreciate the recognition, we have never measured our success simply by the size of our roster. To us, client service will always be more important than our headcount. However, we view […]
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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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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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Alex Jakubiak Joins Morningstar Law Group
November 7, 2024
We’re excited to welcome Alex Jakubiak to the Morningstar Law Group team! Alex brings extensive experience in corporate law, assisting clients with mergers, intellectual property, data privacy, and trademarks. Known for their proactive approach and expertise across various industries, Alex is a valuable addition to our Raleigh office and firm. Welcome, Alex!
