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Sonyja J. George – Presiding Judge, Clayton County Magistrate Court. Courtesy photo

Elevated: Magistrate Judge Prepares to Transition to State Court Bench

"As state court judge, I promise to act with integrity and respect in my approach with all persons before the court," said Presiding Judge Sonyja J. George of the Clayton County Magistrate Court. "I will also operate the court with judicial efficiency and effectiveness."

December 22, 2022 at 10:25 AM

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Cedra Mayfield

Litigation Reporter

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What You Need to Know

Gov. Brian Kemp has appointed Clayton County Magistrate Court Presiding Judge Sonyja J. George to fill a vacancy on the Clayton County State Court bench created by the Dec. 31 retirement of Chief Judge Linda S. Cowen.
George had been in the running for the position alongside Clayton Probate Court Associate Judge Atha H. Pryor and Clayton Magistrate Court Associate Judge Tameka A. West.

Same county, different bench.

Clayton County Magistrate Court Presiding Judge Sonyja J. George is joining the Clayton County State Court.

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