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Judge Shayne Green, Attorney Robert Brooks and Deputy Sheriff Mike Sullivan Run for Polk County Judge

Following the resignation of Polk County Probate Judge Tony Brazier, voters will decide between interim Judge Shayne Green, Cedartown attorney Robert "Bobby" Brooks and Polk County Deputy Sheriff Charles Michael Sullivan in the special Nov. 8 nonpartisan election.
3 minute read

Daily Report Online

Judicial Funds Stolen: Finance Director Arrested for Allegedly Stealing Thousands

Madison County Finance Director Melissa "Missy" Tolbert has been arrested and charged with five felony counts of theft by taking totaling just under $14,000 for funds stolen from the Constitutional Officers Association of Georgia between 2018 and 2022.
3 minute read

Law.com

How I Made Practice Group Chair: 'My Entrepreneurial Qualities and Business Development Efforts Played a Key Role,' Says Shrutih Tewarie (Chemburkar) of Foley Hoag

"Work hard, don't give up, and forge your own destiny."
8 minute read

Daily Report Online

Lawyers Call on Governor to Suspend Sheriff Charged for Groping TV Judge

"Due process should be blind in Georgia," said NAACP Georgia State President Gerald A. Griggs. "What's good for a white sheriff should be good for a Black sheriff."
5 minute read

Daily Report Online

Judge Shatara Powell Faces Brian Kempson and Trenda Hobbs-Thomas in Talbot County Election

Voters will decide between interim Talbot County Chief Magistrate/Probate Judge Shatara Powell and challengers Brian Kempson of the Talbot County Building and Zoning Board and business relations consultant Trenda Hobbs-Thomas to fill a vacancy created by the death of Judge Sherrell Terry.
7 minute read

Corporate Counsel

Tyson Foods Legal Boss Gets Another Helping of Responsibilities

The global food company's legal chief, Amy Tu, will also serve as chief administrative officer and international group president as part of executive leadership changes.
2 minute read

Law.com

How I Made Practice Group Deputy Chair: 'I Have Had the Skill Set, Work Ethic and Dedication to Belong in and Lead Any Room,' Says Alicia Tallbe of Yankwitt

"If you are known within your firm as the person others want to come to for guidance, advice and support. a leadership role is the next natural step."
6 minute read

Daily Report Online

Judge Gretchen Johnson Bailey Faces Ex-Victims' Advocate Emily Hardwick in Appling Court Election

Voters will decide between incumbent Interim Appling County Probate Judge Gretchen Johnson Bailey and challenger Emily Hardwick, an evidence custodian with the Appling County Sheriff's Office, to fill a vacancy created by the resignation of former Judge Diane Hallman.
5 minute read

Law.com

How I Made Partner: 'The Traits That Make Us Different Are Key Factors in Our Success,' Says Charlene Gedeus of Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney

"Oftentimes we avoid doing things out of fear of failure and general fear of the unknown. I would tell my younger self, 'I know you are scared, do it anyway.'"
6 minute read

The American Lawyer

With Eyes on Competition and Culture, Law Firm Highlights Women in Power

"Just having the chance to be a female-led firm, I think we've had a ton of opportunities around that," said Jessica Fairchild of Croke Fairchild Duarte & Beres.
5 minute read

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