... The contract stated that his employment was "subject to the policies and regulations of Duke
University as may exist from time to time." This provision incorporated by reference the Duke
Dispute Resolution Policy ("the policy"), which provided that all disputes that arose from ...
... must: (1) make reasonable efforts to advise his or her client of the existence of the
North Carolina State Bar's program of fee dispute resolution at least 30 days prior
to initiating legal proceedings to collect the disputed fee; and. (2 ...
... in this State, or the providing of materials therefor, is void and against public policy if it makes
the contract, subcontract, or purchase order subject to the laws of another state, or provides that
the exclusive forum for any litigation, arbitration, or other dispute resolution process is ...