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Recent News About Supreme Court of Georgia
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Supreme Court of Georgia Chief Justice Michael P. Boggs has announced the formation of a new committee to examine the impact of artificial intelligence on the judiciary. The Judicial Council of Georgia Ad Hoc Committee on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Courts will work in partnership with the National Center for State Courts (NCSC).
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The Supreme Court of Georgia has announced the new class of term law clerks for the 2024-25 year. These clerks, who will serve for one year, are tasked with assisting Justices through legal research, drafting and reviewing opinions, and preparing for oral arguments.
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Supreme Court of Georgia Chief Justice Michael P. Boggs has issued a statewide judicial emergency order, extending certain deadlines in ongoing court proceedings due to the effects of tropical cyclone Helene.
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The Supreme Court of Georgia will honor the Hon. Robert C. I. McBurney for his years of service as Presiding Officer of the Judicial Qualifications Commission Hearing Panel.
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The Hon. Robert C. I. McBurney has stepped down as Presiding Officer of the Judicial Qualifications Commission (JQC) Hearing Panel after more than seven years of service.
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The Supreme Court of Georgia has determined that individuals applying to become licensed attorneys in Georgia will take the “NextGen” integrated bar examination starting in July 2028.
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Due to delays in the United States Postal Service, pro se filers are encouraged to utilize the Court’s electronic filing (SCED) system to ensure timely filings. Alternatively, pro se filers who choose to file by conventional paper filing should consider using a third-party commercial carrier for delivery. See Supreme Court Rule 13 (1) (a) and (2) (b). Pro se filers can register to e-file at https://www.gasupreme.us/non-attorney-request-form/.
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The Supreme Court of Georgia held a ceremony on May 23, 2024, to unveil the portrait of former Chief Justice Hugh P. Thompson. The event took place in the courtroom and marked an important moment for the judicial community.
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Atlanta, May 21, 2024 – Chief Justice Michael P. Boggs of the Supreme Court of Georgia has released a statement following the passing of Georgia Court of Appeals Senior Judge Dorothy Toth Beasley.
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Georgia's Supreme Court justices and Court of Appeals judges have recently completed a security training program focused on personal safety and situational awareness. This initiative is part of the Judicial Council of Georgia’s Standing Committee on Judicial Security's ongoing efforts to enhance the protection of state-level judges.
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Justice Shawn Ellen LaGrua has been honored with the Georgia Association for Women Lawyers' (GAWL) prestigious Kathleen Kessler Award. This accolade is presented annually to a female attorney who demonstrates exceptional professionalism and dedication to service within the legal community. The award commemorates Kathleen Kessler, a pioneering trial attorney who tragically lost her life in the 1996 ValuJet Flight 592 crash.
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Atlanta, May 2, 2024 – A ceremony to unveil the portrait of the Honorable Hugh P. Thompson, former Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Georgia, is scheduled for Thursday, May 23, 2024, at 2 p.m. The event will take place in the Supreme Court courtroom.
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Thérèse S. "Tee" Barnes has been reappointed for another six-year term as Clerk and Court Executive of the Supreme Court of Georgia, with her new term beginning on August 1, 2024. Barnes has held the position since 2006.
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Chief Justice Michael P. Boggs presented his second State of the Judiciary address to the General Assembly in the House chambers at the Capitol.
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Atlanta, January 22, 2024 – The Supreme Court of Georgia's Chief Justice Michael P. Boggs is set to deliver the State of the Judiciary address on February 7 at 11 a.m. Eastern. This will be his second address to the Georgia General Assembly.
