Law Talk With Bill Powers | From Legal Issues and Legislation to Practice Tips, Professionalism, and Policy Discussions
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Your resource for answers to your most pressing legal questions. Attorney Bill Powers sits down with some of today’s leading legal minds to discuss everything from legal issues and legislation to practice tips and policy. Law Talk is a legal podcast presented by North Carolina Attorney Bill Powers. For more information about Bill Powers: https://www.carolinaattorneys.com/bill-powers.html Divorce in Charlotte: Charlotte-Divorce-Lawyer.com DWI and Criminal Defense: CarolinaAttorneys.com
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Your resource for answers to your most pressing legal questions. Attorney Bill Powers sits down with some of today’s leading legal minds to discuss everything from legal issues and legislation to practice tips and policy. Law Talk is a legal podcast presented by North Carolina Attorney Bill Powers. For more information about Bill Powers: https://www.carolinaattorneys.com/bill-powers.html Divorce in Charlotte: Charlotte-Divorce-Lawyer.com DWI and Criminal Defense: CarolinaAttorneys.com
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704-342-4357
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https://carolinaattorneys.com/
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Episodes
Polymath in the Law - Janet Ward Black
8/28/2022
Janet Ward Black
Occasionally we come across a person in our journey of life who has more than one admirable trait.
But it is a rare thing indeed to meet someone, let alone be able to call them a friend, who seems to excel in everything they do and who embodies every superlative we use to describe what constitutes a wonderful human being.
Janet Ward Black is just one of those people.
She’s a beautiful soul who has quietly but effectively spent her life serving others. She very much...
Duration:00:51:25
What Does the State Bar Do?
8/16/2022
What Does the State Bar Do?
The State Bar is the regulatory body for attorneys in your state. It licenses attorneys, provides education and resources to the legal community and public, and promotes justice.
But what does that mean? What does the State Bar do?
In this episode of Law Talk with Bill Powers, we take a look at what the State Bar is, how it is organized and comprised, and some of the things it does to regulate the legal profession.
We are joined by Legal Counsel to the North...
Duration:00:53:47
Questions You've Always Wanted to Ask a Judge - Guest Judge Matt Osman
8/16/2022
Questions you've always wanted to ask a Judge
Ever wondered how the court system works and what it's like to be a judge?
Today on Law Talk with Bill Powers, the Honorable Matt Osman joins us to discuss the responsibilities associated with serving as a District Court Judge in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Whether it involves family law or a divorce in Charlotte, misdemeanor criminal case, or DWI charge, District Court Judges handle a tremendous number of different types of cases.
If you are...
Duration:00:54:20
Can I get a Limited Privilege?
3/10/2022
A driver's license in North Carolina is a privilege, not a right
If they took your license for Driving While Impaired (DWI), that's a big deal. You may not realize how valuable that little piece of plastic is until it's taken away.
Even with mass transit in Charlotte, getting to work and taking care of your family can be difficult, if not impossible, without a valid driver's license.
Frankly, the NC DWI Laws are complicated if not confusing, especially to those who have little to no...
Duration:00:48:44
View from the Bench - Honorable Matt Osman - Mecklenburg County District Court Judge
3/8/2022
A View from the District Court Bench in Charlotte
The courts are where we peaceably resolve disputes in North Carolina.
Whether it involves a divorce in Charlotte, criminal or DWI charges, District Court Judges are responsible for meting out justice in a tremendous number of cases.
Today on Law Talk with Bill Powers, the Honorable Matt Osman joins us to discuss how our courts work, how issues are resolved, and Judge Osman's path towards becoming a judge.
If you are a law student,...
Duration:01:09:15
The Next Generation: Jacob Rabin - Shining Star - Aspiring Lawyer
3/7/2022
I want to be a lawyer. . .
More than one high school and college student aspires to the profession, not fully understanding what it fully means to be an attorney and the commitment it takes to get there.
Unless you have an immediate family member who practices law, it may not be entirely obvious why people choose the law as a vocation.
Lawyers want to help people and make a difference.
Clearly, that is easier said than done.
Setting out to make a change and knowing how you want to do...
Duration:00:29:39
Living Legend in the Law - EBEN RAWLS - The Journey
2/1/2022
The practice of law is a challenging way to make a living.
At times it is deeply fulfilling, meaningful, and personally satisfying work. It is a true honor and privilege to help clients in their times of need.
Most lawyers go to law school because they care about people. They want to make a difference.
It’s a principled decision, one predicated on a life dedicated to others and the highest and best aims of the law, that is, to serve the greater good.
Justice, true justice, is a difficult...
Duration:00:45:13
Embezzlement in North Carolina - Crimes of Theft and Dishonesty - Caselaw Review
1/26/2022
Embezzlement Charges in North Carolina
In this episode of Law Talk with Bill Powers, we take a look at the case of State v Steele (as written by the Hon. Valerie Zachary) and discuss:
What is Embezzlement in North Carolina?Embezzlement vs False PretensePreserving Issues for Appeal FELONY Sentencing Chart$100,000 or more
This case is an important reminder that anyone who is entrusted with company funds must be scrupulous in their handling of those funds.
It also clarifies some important...
Duration:00:20:55
Important Changes to NC Ignition Interlock Laws
12/23/2021
Blow and Go
In is episode of Law Talk, guest host Rob Ingalls and DWI defense lawyer Bill Powers discuss the recent changes to the Ignition Interlock Device laws in North Carolina.
Both in the podcast and in the links below, information is available regarding:
45-Day Hold Still ApplyIgnition Interlock Device?
Is a Breathalyzer Required?
While a common term people use, the Breathalyzer is actually a device not used anymore in North Carolina. The "Breathalyzer" used to be the...
Duration:00:43:23
Alimony, Child Support Calculation, Expenses, and Life Insurance - Policy Perspectives
12/21/2021
Legal Issues Discussed:
Equitable Distribution
Findings of Fact - Family Law Legal Issues
NCCOA QUOTES:
CONCLUSION:
Child Support - Extraordinary Expenses
Regarding “extraordinary expenses,” the Child Support Guidelines provide that, "[o]ther extraordinary child-related expenses (including:
(1) expenses related to special or private elementary or secondary schools to meet a child’s particular education needs, and
(2) expenses for transporting the child between the parent’s homes) may...
Duration:00:09:37
Top 5 Tips for Custody - Charlotte Family Law Attorneys
12/20/2021
Top 5 Tips for Custody
Charlotte Family Law Attorney Caroline Wingate Strauss joins Law Talk for a year end (December 2021) review of family law and custody issues in Charlotte Family Court. Surviving the Holidays can be a challenge.
There are a lot of custody exchanges take place during the holiday season that may differ from the ordinary custody and visitation that may in place during the year.
What are the Best Interests of the Child?
In any custody and visitation analysis, the...
Duration:00:35:22
Civil Contempt, Criminal Contempt, and Motions to Show Cause
6/29/2020
In this episode of Law Talk, Tonya Graser Smith joins Bill Powers in a discussion regarding the differences between Criminal and Civil Contempt, possible penalties and sanctions for each, and the real-world application of the NC family laws to disputes.
Failure to comply with a Court Order in North Carolina ordinarily has consequences.
The nature of the Order and the type of alleged violation dictate the appropriate sanctions, if any.
Charlotte Divorce Lawyers regularly litigate issues...
Duration:00:32:58
NC Insurance Defense Lawyer - John Nunnally
6/27/2020
Insurance Defense Lawyer John Nunnally joins Law Talk with Bill Powers, discussing:
DUE TO SAFETY CONCERNS REGARDING POSSIBLE TRANSMISSION OF SARS-CoV-2 AND THE POSSIBLE CORONAVIRUS, GUESTS OF LAW TALK WITH BILL POWERS ARE PRESENTLY RECORDED REMOTELY RATHER THAN IN-PERSON IN OUR STUDIO.
PODCAST STUDIOS ARE CLOSE, SOUNDPROOF SPACES NOT CONDUCIVE TO SOCIAL DISTANCING. FACE MASKS DON'T DO MUCH FOR MICROPHONE / SOUND QUALITY.
Therefore, for this podcast both Mr. Powers and Mr. Nunnally have...
Duration:01:10:06
Honorable Lucy Noble Inman
6/10/2020
The Honorable Lucy Noble Inman of the North Carolina Court of Appeals joins Law Talk with Bill Powers, discussing:
DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC, GUEST INTERVIEWS ON LAW TALK WITH BILL POWERS ARE DONE REMOTELY AND NOT "IN STUDIO."
As such, depending on the internet connectivity, there are occasional latency glitches and background noises.
Please accept our sincere apology for any issues.
Special thanks to Rob Ingalls at Future Self Podcast.
Rob incredibly friendly, professional, and easy...
Duration:00:40:20
Lawyers, Lawyering, and Law Coaching
4/30/2020
Charlotte Lawyer and Master Coach Chris Connelly joins Law Talk with Bill Powers to discuss reviewing your law practice, life, and profession during the Coronavirus Outbreak.
Bill Powers Topics for discussion include:
Schedule a meeting with Connelly Coaching
Have suggestions for topics or would you like to be a guest, contact Charlotte Lawyer Bill Powers.
Duration:01:12:15
Life as a Charlotte Family Law Attorney
4/28/2020
Legendary Charlotte Divorce Lawyer Tom Bush joins Law Talk with Bill Powers to discuss the practice of law, life as a family law attorney, and the ups-and-downs of a busy domestic law practice.
Duration:00:54:04
Coronavirus, Courts, and Continuances in North Carolina
4/24/2020
Raleigh Criminal Defense Attorney John Fanney joins Law Talk with Bill Powers to discuss criminal charges and the courts during the Coronavirus Outbreak.
Duration:00:44:25
NC Workers' Compensation Lawyer - Jay Gervasi
4/5/2020
Noted Greensboro Workers' Compensation Attorney Jay Gervasi joins Law Talk with Bill Powers to discuss the practice of law
Duration:00:48:47
Family Law, Domestic Violence, and Restraining Orders
5/25/2018
The law surrounding domestic violence in North Carolina is deceptively complex. In this episode, North Carolina Attorney Bill Powers answers the questions that matter to you when you when you or a loved one is involved in a domestic violence matter, including:
Ready to discuss your matter now? Call 704-342-HELP for your free and totally confidential consultation. That’s 704-342-4357.
Is there a topic you would like to hear discussed on Law Talk? You can send us a message...
Duration:00:27:14
Behind the Bench with Judge Matt Osman: A Candid Conversation with the Mecklenburg County District Court Judge
5/25/2018
This episode is the first in a series of conversations directed towards lawyers, legal professionals, and law students. In this series, North Carolina Attorney Bill Powers digs into personal issues, patterns, personalities, unspoken truths, realities, and the lifestyle of being a lawyer.
In this episode, Bill Powers sits down with Mecklenburg County District Court Judge Matt Osman to discuss his experience as a lawyer, his time as a Navy JAG officer, his path to becoming a judge, and the...
Duration:00:59:59