Norman J. LeonardWard and Smith, P.A.Websitewww.wardandsmith.comOrganization ProfileFull ProfileConnectEmailLinkedIn 828-348-6013 Professional Biography Norman's practice encompasses a broad range of creditors' rights and intellectual property matters. His creditors' rights practice includes the representation of lenders, trade creditors, community associations, and other creditors in collections, foreclosures, bankruptcies, and other proceedings. Norman's intellectual property practice involves assisting businesses and individuals with identifying, enforcing, and protecting their intellectual property rights. His work also involves drafting a wide variety of contract, loan, and settlement documents. Prior to attending law school and joining the Firm, Norman worked in the pharmaceutical industry for six years. More Legal and Business Bylines From Norman J. Leonard Lenders Seeking Loan Modification After Bankruptcy, Beware! - (Posted On Sunday, March 05, 2017) Pagination Previous page ‹ Previous Page 2 Current Legal Analysis Former EEOC Officials Defend DEI Programs in Response to Acting Chair’s Technical Assistance by: T. Scott Kelly , Simone R.D. Francis EPA Launches Historic Deregulatory Initiative: Key Legal Risks and Strategic Takeaways by: Christopher L. Bell Treasury Confirms All CDFI Fund Programs Are Backed by Law Amid Executive Order Review by: A.J. S. Dhaliwal , Mehul N. Madia Kentucky Enacts New Law Establishing Legal Framework for Blockchain and Digital Assets by: A.J. S. Dhaliwal , Mehul N. Madia Utah and Arkansas Enact Earned Wage Access Regulations by: A.J. S. Dhaliwal , Mehul N. Madia CSBS Flags Key Risks in Draft Stablecoin Legislation by: James G. Gatto , Alexander Lazar FDIC Updates Crypto Guidance, Removes Pre-Approval Requirement for Banks by: A.J. S. Dhaliwal , Mehul N. Madia CFPB Plans Limited Enforcement of Payday Lending Rule by: A.J. S. Dhaliwal , Mehul N. Madia Auto Insurer Settles With New York AG Over Insurance Application Platform Security Issues by: Liisa M. Thomas , Kathryn Smith Federal Regulators Signal Reversal on 2023 CRA Modernization Rule by: A.J. S. Dhaliwal , Mehul N. Madia Plaquemine Parish Awarded $740 Million in Landmark Case by: Jessica L. Duggan Final Touches: President Trump Rounds Out DOL Leadership with Two Nominees by: Justin R. Barnes , Jeffrey W. Brecher US Tariffs Update: Universal and Reciprocal Tariffs Imposed (as of April 4) by: Laura Siegel Rabinowitz , Donald S. Stein Talking Sports Law: A Conversation with Former Executive Vice President and General Counsel of Seattle Mariners Fred Rivera [Podcast] by: John S. Wilson , Trevor M. Gates McDermott+ Check-Up – April 4, 2025 by: Debra Curtis , Kristen O’Brien Upcoming Events Apr 30 2025 Workplace Horizons 2025 Apr 7 2025 Understanding the Basics of a Class Action Apr 8 2025 Miller Canfield 2025 HR Spring Training - Kalamazoo Apr 8 2025 Wage & Hour Law Under the Second Trump Administration Print