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Recent News About Tennessee Judiciary
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Tennessee Supreme Court set to hear pivotal cases on January docket
The Tennessee Supreme Court is scheduled to hear two significant cases on January 8, 2024, in Knoxville. -
Tennessee Supreme Court upholds enforceability of education program contract
The Tennessee Supreme Court has issued an opinion in the case of Pharma Conference Education, Inc. v. State, rejecting the State of Tennessee's claim that its contract with Pharma was unenforceable due to being illusory. -
Tennessee Supreme Court raises attorney registration fees after fifteen years
The Tennessee Supreme Court has announced an increase in the annual registration fee for attorneys, marking the first such adjustment in 15 years. -
Summer program inspired new Tennessee judge's legal career
Newly appointed 22nd Judicial District Circuit Court Judge Jessica Parrish attributes her interest in law to a summer school program she attended during high school. -
Daniel Forrester reflects on election as chancellor for Tennessee's 7th Judicial District
Chancellor Daniel Forrester was elected to the 7th Judicial District Chancery Court in August 2024, achieving a significant milestone in his legal career. -
Tennessee Supreme Court brings SCALES program to Austin Peay State University
The Tennessee Supreme Court is set to hear oral arguments in two cases at Austin Peay State University on December 4, 2024. -
Third Judicial District Recovery Court receives nearly $2 million federal grant
The Third Judicial District Recovery Court has been awarded a federal grant from the United States Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) amounting to just under $2 million. -
Governor to review applications for court of appeals vacancy
The Governor's Council for Judicial Appointments in Tennessee has decided to forward three applications directly to the Governor for a vacancy in the Court of Criminal Appeals, Eastern Section. -
Wayne County judge receives Sharon G. Lee Award at annual conference
Wayne County General Sessions & Juvenile Court Judge James Y. Ross was honored with the Sharon G. Lee Award of Excellence at the 2024 Annual Tennessee Municipal Court Judges Conference. “Thank you, everybody,” said Judge Ross. “I will say it’s... -
Council forwards three nominees for court of appeals vacancy
The Governor’s Council for Judicial Appointments has announced its nominees for the Court of Appeals Western Section. -
Tennessee Supreme Court rules against common law wrongful foreclosure claim
The Tennessee Supreme Court has clarified standing requirements in the state and determined that there is no common law cause of action for "wrongful foreclosure." -
Governor's council reviews applicants for court of appeals vacancy
The Governor’s Council for Judicial Appointments is set to evaluate three candidates for a vacancy in the Court of Appeals Eastern Section. -
Former police officer David Veile becomes judge after years of persistence
21st District Circuit Court Judge David Veile was elected to the bench on August 1, 2024, succeeding retired Judge Michael Binkley. -
Governor receives nominees for 4th Judicial District vacancy
The Trial Court Vacancy Commission convened in Sevierville, Tennessee, to choose candidates for a circuit court judge position in the 4th Judicial District. -
Native American tribe supports Tori Smith’s path to becoming county judge
Hamilton County General Sessions Court Judge Tori Smith's journey to the judiciary began with an unexpected source of inspiration—a popular children's television show. -
Tennessee Supreme Court makes attorney contact info confidential
The Tennessee Supreme Court has announced a significant change regarding the confidentiality of attorneys' personal contact information. -
Tennessee Supreme Court reviews sentencing in Pervis Tyrone Payne case
The Tennessee Supreme Court is set to hear oral arguments for a case on November 6, 2024, in Jackson. -
Kimberly Lund joins chancery court as new judge for Montgomery and Robertson
Judge Kimberly Lund has been appointed to the 19th Judicial District Chancery Court, marking a new chapter in her legal career. -
Tennessee Supreme Court allows out-of-state lawyers to aid flood victims
The Tennessee Supreme Court has issued an order permitting out-of-state attorneys to provide free legal services to residents affected by severe flooding in East Tennessee. -
Council reviews applicants for Court of Appeals vacancy
The Governor’s Council for Judicial Appointments is set to evaluate six candidates for a vacancy in the Court of Appeals Western Section.