N.C. R. Prac. Super. & Dist. Ct. 8.2
The various levels of court should work together to dispose of cases as expeditiously as possible consistent with the other goals of this order. Age of case, subject matter, priority of setting, fundamental fairness and common sense should be considered when resolving conflicts. Attorneys shall notify the court and opposing counsel of any other court conflict(s) as those become known and shall keep the court advised of the resolution of all conflicts. All judges should communicate with other judges to resolve such conflicts and shall make a reasonable effort to do so when requested by the attorney for either the plaintiff or defendant. In resolving conflicts, juvenile cases shall take precedence over all other matters in district court with the exception of jury trials.
N.C. R. Prac. Sup. & Dist. Ct. Civ. P. 8.2