Forrest Firm, P.C.

01/05/2022

To keep up with our clients’ everchanging needs, we are excited to announce that Forrest Firm will be joining Michael Best – one of the nation’s top law firms. Read more here: bit.ly/3G1paah

12/23/2021

Although there have been appeals since a federal vaccine mandate was announced, it's currently in place with new deadlines.

Read more updated information thanks to employment attorney Nicole Murphey!

By Nicole MurpheyUpdated 12/22/21 On December 17, 2021, the US Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit revived the OSHA ETS mandate for employers with 100 or more employees. This has been immediately appealed to the US Supreme Court, but for now, the Emergency Temporary Standard on Vaccination and Te...

11/30/2021

On this Giving Tuesday, we're happy to announce that Durham Success Summit and 321 Coffee will each receive $5000 of pro bono legal services through our Practicing with Purpose Initiative!

Learn more about each of these wonderful start-ups and be sure to find a way to give back today!

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 Firm’s purpose to empower others to reach their full potential. They will each receive up to $5,000 ...

11/29/2021

We encourage you to exercise generosity tomorrow on Giving Tuesday!

Here at Forrest Firm, we will be celebrating by announcing the two start-ups that will receive $5000 worth of pro bono legal services thanks to our Practicing with Purpose initiative.

11/17/2021

Attention Start-ups! Tomorrow is the LAST day to apply for our Practicing with Purpose initiative where you could receive $5,000 worth of *free* legal services.

We're looking for two start-ups to come alongside and help further their vision in North Carolina.

Learn more and apply today!

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 legal services to two non-profits in North Carolina.  We were grateful for the opportunity to part...

11/10/2021

Meet our Practicing with Purpose judges: Cary Smith, Sarah Elder, and Adam Klein. Together, these community leaders will select two start-up businesses to receive $5000 in pro bono legal services as well as a $1500 tax consultation from DMJ & Co., PLLC.

Start-ups, the application is simple but must be submitted our November 15 deadline!

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., PLLC, who will be providing $1,500 in accounting services to our selected start-ups. We are incredibly....

11/08/2021

Employers, learn what you need to know about vaccine requirements per the new OSHA rule from our own employment attorney Nicole Murphey.

Have specific questions? Reach out to us, and we're happy to assist you!

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 do not apply to federal employees, federal contractors or subcontractors, or employers in the health...

11/05/2021

We're pleased to announce attorney Michael Gillespie has joined the Firm! Michael brings a unique set of skills, holding not only a J.D. but also a Masters in Chemical Sciences.

In his law practice, Michael focuses on intellectual property matters. Please join us in welcoming him to Forrest Firm!

Attorney Michael Gillespie brings a unique set of skills and experience to his role at Forrest Firm. In addition to earning his J.D., Michael also holds a Master of Chemical Sciences from the University of Pennsylvania. While working on his maters degree, Michael conducted extensive research to bett...

11/03/2021

We're pleased to announce that in addition to $5,000 worth of legal services, the two start-ups selected in our Practicing with Purpose initiative will also receive a $1,500 tax consultation from DMJ & Co., PLLC!

North Carolina start-ups, learn more and apply by November 15!

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10/25/2021

Happy National Paralegals Day to our incredible paralegals and legal assistants! These professionals provide exemplary service to others each and every day. Each one of them and is very deserving of our celebration, and we are so thankful! 🎉

10/20/2021

We're excited to announce our newest Practicing with Purpose initiative for start-up companies.

Through Practicing with Purpose, we'll give $5,000 in pro bono legal services to two start-ups in North Carolina to help turn their vision into reality.

Spread the word + apply by November 15!

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08/16/2021

North Carolina employers, make sure you stay informed about new payroll requirements. Thanks to employment attorney Nicole Murphey for summarizing Senate Bill 208 for us.

Have more questions? Our dedicated employment law team is ready to help!

By Nicole Murphey On July 8, 2021, North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper signed Senate Bill 208 (SB 208), which amended portions of the NC Wage and Hour Act regarding pay notice requirements and payment of final wages to separated employees.   SB 208 is immediately effective, and employers should adv...