Litigation Section
COVID-19 Eviction Assistance Project – Help Those Who Are in Jeopardy of Losing the Most
Dear Litigation Section Members: We know better than most how great a disruption the COVID-19 pandemic has caused to the legal system. Trials have been…
COVID-19 Update
Formed by Chief Justice Beasley, the COVID-19 Judicial Task Force (Task Force) comprised of members of our judiciary, other court officials, and members of…
A New Chief Justice Beasley Order, Session Law 2020-3, and the Court Wants Your Help!
Good morning, everyone! There are three important new developments that we want to ensure you know. 1. Chief Justice Beasley’s Newest Order As most of you…
Chief Justice Further Extends Deadlines for North Carolina Court Filings, Acts, and Limitations Periods
On March 19, 2020, Chief Justice Beasley of the Supreme Court of North Carolina entered an order extending deadlines for filings and actions to be done in…
New Order Closes State Courts Through May 1 (if not June 1) For Most Business
A few days ago, we provided the section an update on extensions and closures due to COVID-19. With another week comes yet another update, this by way of an…
Update on Closures, Extensions, and Staying at Home – COVID-19
Last week, NCBA Litigation Section members provided an overview of court closures and deadline extensions due to COVID-19. This post is to provide an update,…
North Carolina Judicial Branch – Updated Emergency Order re: COVID-19
By Martha J. Efird and Jonah Garson Effective immediately and by Order of Chief Justice Beasley, all court documents due to be filed in any non-appellate…
Ethical Considerations for North Carolina Litigators During COVID-19
COVID-19 (coronavirus) has created uncertainty in all areas including in our professional lives. The following are a few ethical considerations that…
Fight Hunger, Help Others in the COVID-19 Pandemic – Participate in the Legal Feeding Frenzy and Support Your Local Food Bank!
Our section membership has a strong tradition of supporting and participating in pro bono and community service activities—both those planned and sponsored…
Judicial Update – COVID-19
Litigation Section members should pay particular attention to today’s announcement by Chief Justice Beasley regarding the operation of the North Carolina…