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Atlanta Judicial Commission Seeks Nominations for Municipal Court Judge Position

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Atlanta, Georgia – The Atlanta Judicial Commission is currently accepting nominations for the position of Municipal Court Judge in Atlanta Municipal Court. The commission invites members of the bar and the general public to submit nominations. Interested individuals must submit their nominations in writing by February 10, 2024, to the Atlanta Judicial Commission. To be eligible for the position, nominees should be at least 25 years old, residents of Atlanta for a minimum of one year prior to appointment, and have practiced law in Georgia for at least five years. The Commission will provide the … Read more

Atlanta Judicial Commission Now Accepting Nominations for Municipal Court Judge

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Atlanta, Georgia – The Atlanta Judicial Commission is now accepting nominations for the position of Municipal Court Judge in the city. This opportunity is open to members of the bar, who can nominate themselves or others, as well as the public, who are also invited to submit nominations. The deadline for written nominations is February 10, 2024. Nominees must meet certain requirements, including being at least 25 years old, a resident of Atlanta for one year prior to appointment, and having practiced law in Georgia for a minimum of five years. Once the commission receives … Read more

Neglected Historic Black Cemetery Sparks Lawsuit Against Atlanta Homeowner’s Association

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Atlanta, Georgia – A lawsuit alleges that a homeowners association in Buckhead is neglecting a historic Black cemetery adjacent to its property. Descendants of those buried at Piney Grove Cemetery are taking legal action to compel the Bluffs at Lenox Homeowners Association (HOA) to fulfill its commitments to maintain the cemetery. The lawsuit claims that during the era of segregation in Buckhead, Piney Grove Cemetery was one of the limited options available for Black burials. The Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation suggests that many of the burials at this cemetery could be of former slaves. … Read more

Atlanta District Attorney Stands Firm on Hiring Experienced Attorney for Trump Case Amid Scrutiny

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Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis of Atlanta defended the qualifications of the outside lawyer she hired for the criminal investigation into former President Donald Trump’s attempts to overturn the results of Georgia’s 2020 election. The decision to bring in a special prosecutor has sparked controversy and raised questions about potential political motivations. The move to hire a high-profile lawyer, John Floyd, has drawn criticism from Trump’s allies, who argue that Willis is biased against the former president. However, Willis has strongly defended her choice, stating that Floyd brings a wealth of experience and expertise … Read more