TBA Law Blog


Posted by: Kate Prince on Nov 19, 2019

The Trial Court Vacancy Commission is accepting applications for a circuit court judge in the 15th Judicial District, which covers Jackson, Macon, Smith, Trousdale and Wilson counties. The vacancy was created by the retirement of Judge John D. Wootten Jr. Qualified applicants must be licensed attorneys who are at least 30 years of age, have been residents of the state for a minimum of five years and are residents of the 15th Judicial District. Applications must be submitted to the Administrative Office of the Courts by noon on Dec. 3. Candidates must submit the original signed (unbound) as well as a digital copy of the application in order to have their name placed on the list of candidates for the vacancy. Review complete application instructions here