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The Department of Labor Rescinds Previous Administration’s Joint Employer...
On July 29, 2021, the Department of Labor (“DOL”) issued its final rule rescinding the Trump-era joint employer rule, “Joint Employer Status under the Fair Labor Standards Act,” which took effect in...
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Forrest Firm in the Community with Guardian Ad Litem
Our highest goal here at Forrest Firm is to empower the people in our communities to achieve their full potential. One organization that many of our attorneys are passionate about supporting is...
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How to Avoid Becoming a Victim of Mail Theft
Over the last several months we have become increasingly aware of mail theft victimizing businesses. As the pandemic has forced many businesses to pivot to remote work, organizations have received...
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Lessons Learned from the Rise and Fall of Mars Hill: The Importance of Bylaws
By Keith Richardson and James Forrest Over the past 18 months, American religious organizations, like much of the country, have experienced deep division over numerous issues: politics, race, COVID,...
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Practicing with a Purpose: Pro Bono Services for Start-ups
At Forrest Firm, we believe in empowering the people in our communities to reach their full potential. Last spring, we launched “Practicing with Purpose,” a platform for giving away $5,000 in free...
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Employers with 100+ employees must begin rolling out new COVID-19 vaccination...
By Nicole Murphey Employers with 100+ employees must begin rolling out new COVID-19 vaccination and testing requirements, per OSHA Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) Please NOTE: The following points...
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Meet our Fall Practicing with Purpose Judges
This fall, we are excited to be awarding $5,000 in pro bono legal services to two North Carolina start-up organizations! In addition, we are partnering with Durham-based accounting firm DMJ & Co.,...
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Forrest Firm Attorney Jonathan Bogues Honored as NCCU Forty Under Forty, ABA...
This month Forrest Firm attorney Jonathan Bogues is in the spotlight! Jonathan joined the Firm earlier this year, bringing strong ties to the community and exceptional client service. He currently...
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Celebrating Giving Tuesday with Practicing with Purpose
This Giving Tuesday, we are thrilled to announce the selection of two start-up organizations for Practicing with Purpose, 321 Coffee and Durham Success Summit! Both organizations align with Forrest...
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A New Year Begins a New Chapter: Forrest Firm Announces Joining Michael Best...
Over the past decade, it has been our privilege to provide strategic, proactive legal services to help our clients achieve their full potential. We have assisted thousands of people and organizations...
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Client FAQs
To visit Michael Best’s website, click here. CLIENT SERVICE When will Forrest Firm officially become a part of Michael Best?Forrest Firm joins Michael Best on January 1, 2022. Who will be my main...
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Michael Best Acquires North Carolina Firm, Adding 23 Lawyers & Seven Offices
To visit Michael Best’s website, click here. Michael Best is pleased to announce the addition of 23 lawyers and 13 professionals from Forrest Firm in a strategic combination to expand the firm’s...
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