November 14, 2023 , General News

Service Options in File & Serve and Proposed Order Submissions

This document shares important guidance for eCourts users.

November 9, 2023 , General News

N.C. Administrative Office of the Courts Hosts First Tech Fair to Showcase Court Technology

The Tech Fair showcased court technology currently being utilized in courthouses across North Carolina.

November 8, 2023 , Press Release

All Things Judicial Features an Interview with Guilford County Attorney G. Stevenson Crihfield

Crihfield helped bring attention to mental health issues in his legal community.

November 6, 2023 , Press Release

Harnett County Veterans Treatment Court Celebrates 10 Years

Veterans Treatment Court helps veterans involved in the justice system due to mental health disorders, trauma, and substance use.

November 3, 2023 , General News

Governor Cooper Announces Three Judicial Appointments

Justin Green, Lora T. Baker, and M. Jason Williams have been appointed to serve in district courts.

November 2, 2023 , Press Release

North Carolina Collaboratory to Study N.C. Treatment Courts

This strategic plan is an opportunity to address the impacts of the opioid crisis and other substance addictions harming communities.

November 1, 2023 , Press Release

Twelve N.C. Counties to Transition to eCourts on February 5, 2024

Track 3 includes Beaufort, Camden, Chowan, Currituck, Dare, Gates, Hyde, Martin, Pasquotank, Perquimans, Tyrrell, and Washington Counties.

October 25, 2023 , Press Release

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.

October 25, 2023 , Press Release

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.

October 19, 2023 , General News

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.

October 18, 2023 , General News

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.

October 16, 2023 , Press Release

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.

October 13, 2023 , Press Release

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.

October 12, 2023 , Press Release

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.

October 10, 2023 , Guardian ad Litem

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.

October 9, 2023 , Press Release

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.

October 6, 2023 , Press Release

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.

October 5, 2023 , Press Release

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).

October 4, 2023 , Press Release

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.

October 3, 2023 , Press Release

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.