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Pro Bono Go: North Carolina's New One-Stop Shop for Pro Bono Opportunities
The new statewide platform is for legal professionals seeking pro bono service that makes a meaningful difference for North Carolinians.
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All Things Judicial "Fright Court" Episode Focuses on Two Haunted County Courthouses and the Tale of Legendary Accused Murderer Tom Dooley
Each Halloween, we release a special episode called "Fright Court," where we focus on ghostly legends associated with our legal community.
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Supreme Court Amends Amicus Curiae Rules in the Rules of Appellate Procedure
The Supreme Court’s order amending the rules was adopted on October 18, 2023, and becomes effective on November 20, 2023.
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Court Employees Receive Courthouse Employee of the Year Awards for 2023
This award is presented to courthouse employees whose contributions have demonstrated the highest commitment to genuine professionalism.
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North Carolina State Leaders Hold Behavioral Health Roundtable
The roundtable was an opportunity for North Carolina state leaders to use the Miami-Dade Criminal Mental Health Project as a model.
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Chief Justice Paul Newby Declares Third Week of October 2023 as Conflict Resolution Week
Conflict Resolution Week is intended to recognize the importance of dispute resolution to the Judicial Branch and to North Carolinians.
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All Things Judicial Features Interview with Beaufort County Attorney Claude R. Wheatly, Jr.
He earned recognition and praise as a general practitioner in Beaufort County for over 70 years.
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For the Public Good: N.C. Guardian ad Litem Pro Bono Appellate Attorneys Recognized
Pro bono attorneys who have become a vital part of the North Carolina Guardian ad Litem (NCGAL) Program.
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eCourts is Now Live in Mecklenburg County
Now that eCourts is live, eFiling is required for attorneys for any new filings (including subsequent filings in open cases) in Mecklenburg.
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Forsyth County Courts Moving into New Courthouse
Court officials will begin moving to the new courthouse October 9 with an opening date of October 23, 2023.
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eCourts to Launch in Mecklenburg County on Monday, October 9, 2023
Once eCourts is live, eFiling will be required for attorneys for any new filings (including subsequent filings in open cases).
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North Carolina Conference of Clerks of Superior Court 2023-2024 Officers Sworn In
The Honorable Catawba County Clerk of Superior Court Kim Sigmon was installed as the new president.
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All Things Judicial Focuses on Legal Deserts and Access to Justice in Rural Communities
Almost half of NC counties are considered "legal deserts," which is defined as having fewer than one attorney per 1,000 residents.
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Mecklenburg County eCourts Transition Process and Go-Live Timeline
Adjustments to courthouse operations will begin the weeks prior to October 9 to support the transition to eCourts.
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Governor Cooper Appoints District Court Judge for Bladen, Brunswick, and Columbus Counties
Governor Roy Cooper has appointed Heath Nance to serve as district court judge in Judicial District 13 (Bladen, Brunswick, and Columbus).
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Self-Representation Packet Now Available for Self-Represented Litigants Appearing Before the Supreme Court of North Carolina
The document aims to help explain the appellate court system to people who are not represented by an attorney.
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All Things Judicial Features Interview with Criminal Defense Attorney Robert L. McMillan, Jr.
McMillan candidly shares his story and the wisdom he gained over his 50 years in the practice of law.
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Governor Cooper Announces Judicial Appointments to Supreme Court and Court of Appeals
Governor Roy Cooper announced two judicial appointments: Judge Allison Riggs to Supreme Court and Carolyn Thompson to Court of Appeals.
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Portal Training for Attorneys and Judicial Partners for Mecklenburg County
NCAOC has scheduled virtual training sessions for attorneys and various judicial partners. Register for a session. Additional dates added.
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All Things Judicial Highlights Case Backlog Reduction Strategies and Successes
Strategies implemented since 2021 have reduced pending cases by 25% compared with the backlog at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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