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Matthew Blewitt Joins Morningstar Law Group

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 […]

Morningstar Law Group Attorneys Named to Business NC's 2025 Legal Elite

🎉🎊Congratulations to our attorneys named to Business NC’s 2025 Legal Elite!🎊🎉 Chris Graebe, Litigation; Will Graebe, Young Guns; Chris Jackson, Intellectual; John Kivus, Intellectual; Shannon Joseph, Litigation; Molly Stuart, Real Estate; Jennifer Van Doren, Intellectual.

Alex Jakubiak Joins Morningstar Law Group

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!

Garett Schwartz Joins Morningstar Law Group

We are excited to welcome attorney Garett Schwartz to the Morningstar Law Group team! Garett joins our busy Business practice group and will be working primarily with M&A team on our pipeline of AEC deals. Learn more about Garett HERE.

Unlock Your Business with Expert Guidance and Peer Support

Free Luncheon Sponsored by Carter Bank & Trust, The Alternative Board, & Morningstar Law Group Join us on October 8 or October 10 for a free, exclusive luncheon to learn how experienced advisors and fellow business leaders can help you overcome challenges and seize new opportunities. Why Attend? Imagine having a personal board of trusted […]

Crowdstrike, Contracts and Liability

Randy Whitmeyer’s presentation at the ProTier PeerGroup meetinng emphasized the importance of strong MSP contracts to reduce legal risks and set clear expectations. He highlighted defining service scope, limiting liability, and adopting “URL-based” terms, while ensuring MSPs avoid responsibility for third-party systems​.

Swain Wood: SCOTUS’s decision to throw out the Purdue Pharma settlement agreement was a profound mistake.

In a recent Law360 article , “High Court Made Profound Mistake in Tossing Purdue Deal,” Morningstar Law Group Partner Swain Wood discusses the U.S. Supreme Court’s June 27 decision in Harrington v. Purdue Pharma LP to throw out Purdue Pharma’s Chapter 11 plan and the multistate settlement agreement. Wood helped lead the negotiations that crafted […]

Community Q&A - A Conversation with Eric Braun

Eric Braun is the current vice-chair of the Raleigh Housing Authority. Additionally, he is the founder of RaleighForward, a group dedicated to addressing housing and community issues in the City of Raleigh. Prior to retirement, Mr. Braun was a partner at K&L Gates where his practice was centered on land use, zoning and municipal law. […]

Even the City Council and the County Commission Are Bound by the Constitution

Any good developer knows that it must find a way to coexist with the state and local governments. And, any well-run government entity knows that it must coexist with the development community, which ultimately is the founder of its feast and the source of nearly all its revenue through the increase in value of the […]