A newsletter for Georgia’s judges highlighting the judicial branch across the state – both on and off the bench.
Michelle Barclay: Congratulations on becoming the 61st President of the State Bar of Georgia. My colleagues and I loved the picture of you and your family on the cover of the August issue of the Georgia Bar Journal, and thank you for taking the time to speak with me. President DelCampo: It is my pleasure. … Continue reading Interview with Tony DelCampo: 61st President of the State Bar of Georgia
Condensed and edited for clarity. Noelle Lagueux-Alvarez: Would you please share your professional background with our readers? Alexis Bell: I went to Berry College as a Gate of Opportunity Scholar and graduated with a B.S. in economics. My scholarship kept me very busy at Berry as I was required to work 20 hours per week … Continue reading Alexis Bell: Former Teen in Foster Care, Determined Research Analyst, and Skateboard Enthusiast
We followed up with Hall County Superior Court Judge Lindsay Burton after she shared some graduation pictures with us. Three students who found success (and graduation!) after coming into juvenile court. Michelle Barclay: Judge Burton, we interviewed you two years ago while you were serving as Chief Juvenile Court Judge in Hall County. Since then, … Continue reading How a Georgia Court Influenced Educational Outcomes
We recently spoke with Jessica Farah, General Counsel of the Judicial Council of Georgia / Administrative Office of the Courts. Condensed and edited for clarity Michelle Barclay: Thank you, Jessica, for taking the time to talk with me. Let’s start with your path to becoming a lawyer. Why did you choose to go to law … Continue reading Jessica Farah: A Profile of JC/AOC’s General Counsel
On June 15, 2023, the Supreme Court of Georgia approved amended Rules for the Use of Interpreters for Non-English-Speaking Persons to take effect on January 1, 2024. The amended rules are a product of several months of diligent work performed by the Judicial Council Standing Committee on Court Interpreters, chaired by Justice Carla Wong McMillian, … Continue reading Amended Rules for the Use of Interpreters for Non-English-Speaking Persons
May is Asian Pacific American Heritage month. Asian Pacific Americans serve as judges in all but two classes of Georgia’s court system. Only the Court of Appeals of Georgia (on which Justice Carla W. McMillian previously presided) and the State-wide Business Court (which is currently a single-judge class) are without an Asian American judge. To … Continue reading Celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month 2023
In celebration of Women's History Month 2023, we celebrate the judges in every class of Georgia's court system. Supreme Court of Georgia Court of Appeals Superior Court State Court Juvenile Court Probate Court Magistrate Court Municipal Court
In celebration of Black History Month 2023, we celebrate the judges in every class of Georgia's court system. Supreme Court of Georgia Court of Appeals Superior Court State Court Juvenile Court Probate Court Magistrate Court Municipal Court
(Or, “Zoom Court” – You Have Got To Be Joking!”) by Senior Judge Linda Cowen, State Court of Clayton County As I settle into retirement after 27 years on the State Court bench in Clayton County, I have been reflecting on those years. This week, my first week of retirement, I have intentionally been practicing … Continue reading Reflections from a Newly Retired Judge
Let us introduce you to Peterson, our newly hired Chief Financial Officer for the Judicial Council/Administrative Office of the Courts. Condensed and edited for clarity. Michelle Barclay: First, welcome. We are so glad to have you on board. And thank you for agreeing to do this interview with me. Please tell our readers a little … Continue reading Meet Peterson M. David, the New CFO for the Judicial Council of Georgia/Administrative Office of the Courts