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Posted by: Laura Labenberg on Sep 8, 2025

In this feature of Voices of the YLD, Harry Crane reflects upon his experiences as a Rural Judicial Fellow this summer. Crane had the opportunity to work with Judge Mark Hayes, Circuit Court judge in the 29th Judicial District. Crane and five other law students participated in the inaugural Rural Judicial Fellowship (RJF) program led by YLD Middle Tennessee Governor Alix Rogers and YLD East Tennessee Governor Judge Zack Walden. 

Originally from Michigan, Crane received his Bachelor of Science degree from Belmont University's 3+3 Law Program. Crane is a 2L at Belmont University College of Law.