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North Carolina State Bar The North Carolina State Bar is the state agency responsible for regulating the practice of law in NC

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PO Box 25908
Raleigh, NC 27611
(919) 828-4620
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NC IOLTA (North Carolina Interest on Lawyers’ Trust Accounts) has published its 2025 Annual Report, which explores the p...
06/23/2026

NC IOLTA (North Carolina Interest on Lawyers’ Trust Accounts) has published its 2025 Annual Report, which explores the program’s role as a vital funder of civil legal aid.

In this report, you’ll find:

· How NC IOLTA’s mission serves the American promise of “justice for all”
· Stories, highlights and infographics exploring our 2025 grantees’ impact
· The difference our banking partners, especially our Prime Partners and Benchmark Banks, make by offering IOLTA products to attorneys in North Carolina
· Information about the recent performance audit findings and the ongoing legislative funding freeze affecting grantmaking for 2026

Find the 2025 Annual Report at https://bit.ly/4tTvo4l. If you’d like to receive a printed copy, email [email protected].

BECOME A BOARD CERTIFIED SPECIALISTWhy specialize?✅ Show your dedication to professional excellence✅ Gain recognition in...
06/22/2026

BECOME A BOARD CERTIFIED SPECIALIST

Why specialize?
✅ Show your dedication to professional excellence
✅ Gain recognition in your area of law
✅ Build trust with your clients

Questions? Contact Sheila Saucier ([email protected]) or Katie Seruset ([email protected]), or call 919-828-4620. ext. 255

Learn more about Program Benefits:
https://www.ncbar.gov/for-lawyers/bar-programs/legal-specialization/become-a-board-certified-specialist/

Read about Cynthia in the Summer 2026 Journal: https://digitaledition.pub/wc/csg/NC-Bar-Journal/Summer-2026/

What can North Carolina's JAG Corps teach the legal profession? More than you might think.In the Summer 2026 State Bar J...
06/19/2026

What can North Carolina's JAG Corps teach the legal profession? More than you might think.

In the Summer 2026 State Bar Journal, Executive Director Peter G. Bolac explores how lawyer-soldiers from across the state—judges, legislators, public defenders, and government leaders—set aside titles, politics, and personal agendas to serve a shared mission.

Their message is simple: check your ego at the door, embrace servant leadership, and remember that our greatest responsibility is upholding the rule of law and serving others.

Read "Checking Egos at the Door: What North Carolina's JAG Corps Can Teach the Legal Profession" in the Summer 2026 State Bar Journal.

https://digitaledition.pub/wc/csg/NC-Bar-Journal/Summer-2026/

Legal aid makes a positive economic impact on municipalities and the state. According to a report by the federal Legal S...
06/18/2026

Legal aid makes a positive economic impact on municipalities and the state. According to a report by the federal Legal Services Corporation, “The Economic Case for Civil Legal Aid,” for every $1 invested, civil legal aid returns an average of $7.

Since its inception in 1983, NC IOLTA (North Carolina Interest on Lawyers’ Trust Accounts) has awarded more than $134M to legal aid organizations and other programs that protect the basic rights of low-income and financially vulnerable residents and support the administration of justice for all North Carolinians.

Our investment in means more veterans, seniors, small business owners, farmers, people with disabilities and children have the legal help they need to thrive — and communities across North Carolina are stronger and more resilient as a result.

Read more about our impact: https://bit.ly/47Wf8Hw

Did you know …? NC IOLTA (North Carolina Interest on Lawyers’ Trust Accounts) grantee organizations must meet certain el...
06/18/2026

Did you know …?

NC IOLTA (North Carolina Interest on Lawyers’ Trust Accounts) grantee organizations must meet certain eligibility requirements under rules and policies established by the North Carolina State Bar. Grantee organizations:

✅ Must be tax-exempt or agree to use NC IOLTA grants only for purposes that are charitable or educational, per Section 501(c)(3) of the United States Internal Revenue Code

✅ Must use NC IOLTA funding to provide services and/or support efforts that benefit North Carolina residents.

✅ Must use Civil Legal Aid grants to serve North Carolina residents who are indigent and provide services without charge to the client.

✅ Must be approved initially by the Supreme Court of North Carolina for Administration of Justice grants.

✅ Are prohibited from using NC IOLTA funding for any political campaign or to support attempts to influence legislation or any governmental body.

The recent performance audit of NC IOLTA’s 2023, 2024 and 2025 grantmaking and grant monitoring policies and processes confirmed that all of our grantees met these eligibility requirements.

Learn more about NC IOLTA grantmaking: https://bit.ly/43aGFlK

What does it mean for lawyers to regulate themselves—and why does it matter? North Carolina State Bar President Katherin...
06/17/2026

What does it mean for lawyers to regulate themselves—and why does it matter? North Carolina State Bar President Katherine Frye explores the history, responsibility, and public trust behind self-regulation, discipline, and IOLTA in the Summer 2026 Journal.

Read the President’s message in the new Summer 2026 issue.
https://digitaledition.pub/wc/csg/NC-Bar-Journal/Summer-2026/

NC IOLTA (North Carolina Interest on Lawyers’ Trust Accounts) currently awards grants under two grant purposes identifie...
06/16/2026

NC IOLTA (North Carolina Interest on Lawyers’ Trust Accounts) currently awards grants under two grant purposes identified in the rules governing the program:

➡️Civil Legal Aid Grant Program funds general support for a network of organizations, including both civil legal aid organizations and agencies that offer civil legal aid services, that together provide basic access to the justice system for low-income people residing in every county in North Carolina.

➡️Administration of Justice Grant Program provides support for programs in four areas: improvement in the operation and management of the justice system; public education and understanding about the law; promotion and support for a full range of dispute-resolution techniques and alternatives; and promotion and support for public interest legal representation.

In 2025, NC IOLTA awarded more than $11M in Civil Legal Aid grants and nearly $850K in Administration of Justice Grants. This investment in brings us closer to a North Carolina where every individual and family can effectively meet their legal needs.

Learn more about the impact of our grantees: https://bit.ly/4bSO9yS

WHAT IF…?Do you have a plan in place for your clients and colleagues if you suddenly become unavailable due to disabilit...
06/15/2026

WHAT IF…?

Do you have a plan in place for your clients and colleagues if you suddenly become unavailable due to disability or death?

Without a succession plan, the State Bar may need to appoint a trustee to wind down your practice and ensure the return of client property. The trustee does not continue your practice or take over your cases—they simply facilitate the transition.

Planning ahead protects your clients, your colleagues, and your professional legacy.

Start today with this State Bar guide:
https://www.ncbar.gov/media/4pohv0nn/unexpected-absence.pdf

Access your Member Portal here:
https://portal.ncbar.gov

Good luck to all applicants taking the Paralegal Certification Exam this Saturday, June 13th! You’ve put in the work and...
06/12/2026

Good luck to all applicants taking the Paralegal Certification Exam this Saturday, June 13th! You’ve put in the work and preparation—now take a deep breath and give it your best. The North Carolina State Bar is rooting for you!

The Summer 2026 North Carolina State Bar Journal is here!This edition explores some of the most important issues shaping...
06/11/2026

The Summer 2026 North Carolina State Bar Journal is here!

This edition explores some of the most important issues shaping the legal profession today, including the ethical risks of artificial intelligence, practical guidance for developing law firm AI policies, inspiring stories from North Carolina's public defense community, and the state's lasting impact on the American Inns of Court movement.

Whether you're interested in legal innovation, professionalism, or the people making a difference across our state, there's something for every member of the legal community.

Read the Summer 2026 issue today: https://digitaledition.pub/wc/csg/NC-Bar-Journal/Summer-2026/

Want to Go Digital?

If you no longer wish to receive a hard copy of the Journal, you may opt out of receiving a paper copy. In your member portal, select the edit button in the “Contact Information” box on the left and choose "Electronic Only" as your “Paper Journal” setting. Be sure to hit the "Update" button at the bottom of the screen to save your changes.

Member Portal: https://portal.ncbar.gov/?_gl=1*2vbr1n*_ga*OTUxNzg2MTIyLjE3MTUxNzgxODU.*_ga_ZNZ17QRZ0C*czE3ODEwMzA3NjkkbzcxOCRnMSR0MTc4MTAzMTMzMSRqNjAkbDAkaDA.

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