The Governor’s Council for Judicial Appointments is set to evaluate six candidates for a vacancy in the Court of Appeals Western Section. The meeting will take place on November 18, 2024, in Jackson.
The candidates under consideration are Tony A. Childress, Steven W. Maroney, James R. Newsom III, Jeffrey E. Nicoson, Craig P. Sanders, and Valerie L. Smith.
A public hearing is scheduled for the same day at 9:00 a.m. CST in the courtroom of the Tennessee Supreme Court Building located at 6 Hwy 45 Bypass, Jackson, Tennessee 38301.
Members of the public are welcome to attend this hearing and may voice their objections regarding any applicant either orally or in writing. Those requiring accommodations due to disabilities or who have questions about the Council can reach out to John Jefferson at the Administrative Office of the Courts via email at John.Jefferson@tncourts or by phone at 615-741-2687.
After conducting interviews and holding deliberations during the public hearing, the Council will recommend three candidates to the governor.
For further inquiries, contact John Jefferson, assistant general counsel, at john.jefferson@tncourts.gov.