Under this article, the court may appoint a parenting coordinator in cases involving child custody with the consent of the parents, or without the consent of the parents if the case is high-conflict, appointing the coordinator is in the best interest of the child and the parties can afford the cost of the parenting coordinator. The article discusses the appointment and qualifications of the parenting coordinator, reports and immunity.
North Carolina General Statutes 50-90, et seq: Parenting Coordinator
North Carolina General Assembly. Oct. 1, 2005http://www.ncga.state.nc.us/EnactedLegislation/Statutes/PDF/ByArticle/Chapter_50/Article_5.pdf