Arbitration hearings are limited to one hour, which means that each side has up to 30 minutes to testify and present witnesses and evidence. North Carolina's Family Law Arbitration Act (NCGS 50-41) lays out that a couple can agree ahead of time to arbitrate any issue that arises out a marriage.The Mecklenburg Bar Association will report your CLE credits within 30 days. Here's a closer look at how the process works, and tips for preparing your case for a courtordered arbitration (specifically in North Carolina). Nominations must be submitted using one of the two Nomination Forms on MeckBar. Let me answer your online arbitration and mediation engagement questions.