TBA Law Blog


Posted by: Kate Prince on Apr 8, 2021

The Tennessee Senate Judiciary Committee advanced the appointment of Judge Jill Bartee Ayers to the Court of Criminal Appeals following a hearing late last month. Ayers, who is currently a circuit court judge for the 19th Judicial District, was recommended for the Middle District seat by Gov. Bill Lee. Ayers was a partner at Batson Nolan PLC in Clarksville prior to being appointed to the bench by former Governor Bill Haslam. She has been on the bench since 2015 and has presided over 50 jury trials. Ayers’ confirmation will now go before the full state Senate. The state House can hold separate confirmation hearings. Read more from the Administrative Office of the Courts.