North Carolina Designation of Mediator is a process that enables a mediator to be appointed by a court of law, with the approval of both parties involved in a dispute. The mediator is responsible for helping the parties reach a settlement agreement through facilitated negotiation. The North Carolina Designation of Mediator process is commonly used to resolve disputes in divorce cases, family law matters, employment disputes, and civil litigation. There are two types of North Carolina Designation of Mediator: General Mediators and Specialized Mediators. General Mediators are appointed by the court when a dispute requires the attention of a neutral third-party. Specialized Mediators are appointed when the parties involved agree that the dispute requires the services of an expert in a specific area such as real estate, business transactions, or tax law. The mediator is required to adhere to the North Carolina Rules of Professional Conduct, which sets out the ethical standards for all mediators.