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Services Friday, Saturday for Franklin Lawyer Henry Hartzog

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Jan 17, 2019
Henry Martin "Mark" Hartzog of Franklin died Tuesday. He was 78. Hartzog was the senior member of Hartzog & Silva PLC in Franklin. He completed Marine Officers Candidate School and served in the United States Marine Corps, attaining the rank of Captain and serving in Vietnam from 1965-1966. After leaving the Marines, he attended the University of Tennessee College of Law. Upon graduation, he relocated to Franklin and joined the firm of Dave Alexander. Mark served for 17 years as legal counsel for the Williamson County Board of Realtors. Visitation will be Friday from 3 to 7 p.m. at Williamson Memorial Funeral Home. A celebration of life service will be conducted at 10 a.m. on Saturday at First Presbyterian Church, 101 Legends Club Lane in Franklin, with visitation one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will be at Mt. Hope Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to Habitat for Humanity, Friends of Radnor Lake, Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt, First Presbyterian Church Franklin or First Presbyterian Church Nashville.

Court Soliciting Comments on Changes to Rule 7

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Jan 17, 2019
Upon recommendations from the Tennessee Board of Law Examiners, the Tennessee Supreme Court is considering changes to Rule 7, which governs the admission and licensing of attorneys in the state. Changes proposed include edits to the rules governing students attending non-American Bar Association accredited law schools, approval of law schools seeking ABA accreditation and more. The court is soliciting comments from the legal community and the public, which must be submitted by Feb. 15. Comments should be e-mailed to appellatecourtclerk@tncourts.gov or mailed to: James M. Hivner, Clerk, Tennessee Appellate Courts, 100 Supreme Court Building, 401 7th Avenue North, Nashville, TN 37219-1407. Read the order here.

Lawmaker to Introduce Bill for Restoring Felon Voting Rights

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Jan 17, 2019
State Sen. Brenda Gilmore, D-Nashville, is filing legislation that would grant convicted felons a second chance at the right to vote, WRCB-TV reports. If passed, the new law would help move Tennessee from the list of states with the highest percentage of citizens who have lost the right to vote. Felons re-applying would be required to pay all outstanding court fees, including child support and restitution.

Judge Rules Spanish-Language Journalist Will Stay in Immigration Detention

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Jan 17, 2019
Memphis-based journalist Manuel Duran will likely remain in immigration detention for several more months following a decision today by a judge in Louisiana to deny his release on bond, The Commercial Appeal reports. A native of El Salvador, Duran is well-known in Memphis for his years of appearances on Spanish-language radio stations. More recently, he was running his own news outlet, Memphis Noticias. He was arrested along with several others while covering a protest outside the criminal justice center in Memphis on April 3.

Judge Dismisses Instant Runoff Lawsuit

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Jan 17, 2019
A judge has dismissed a lawsuit that sought to deem instant runoff voting legal in Tennessee, noting that an administrative challenge on the topic remains unresolved, The Commercial Appeal reports. Davidson County Chancellor Anne Martin dismissed the lawsuit by several prospective Memphis city council candidates and IRV Memphis, Inc. against state elections coordinator Mark Goins and Shelby County's Election Commission. Memphis voters in 2008 approved city election instant runoff voting.Goins is still deliberating on the administrative law proceeding that was held in the case, and that decision is expected to be released soon.

Bonnyman Honored at Reception

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Jan 17, 2019
Davidson County Chancellor Claudia C. Bonnyman was celebrated for her many years of public service by colleagues, friends and family at a retirement reception held Tuesday at the Metropolitan Courthouse in Nashville. Bonnyman served on the Davidson County Chancery Court for 15 years; from 2003, when she was appointed by Gov. Phil Bredesen, until her recent retirement. During her judicial career, Bonnyman won election three times, most recently in 2014. She also won the admiration of many of her peers, as was evident by the warm remarks that several judges offered at the reception.

Florida Lawyer Censured in Tennessee

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Jan 17, 2019
William Jeffrey Barnes of Boca Raton, Florida, received a public censure on Wednesday from the Board of Professional Responsibility of the Tennessee Supreme Court. Between May 2011 and August 2017, Barnes was admitted to practice pro hac vice in nine foreclosure actions in state and federal court in Tennessee. In each of the nine matters, Barnes’ supporting affidavit stated that a copy of the filing was being sent to the Board of Professional Responsibility contemporaneously.  Barnes, however, failed to send the materials to the Board of Professional Responsibility and failed to timely pay his pro hac vice registration fee as required under Tennessee Supreme Court Rule 19(f).

What Drug Dealers and Celebrities Teach Lawyers About Professional Responsibility

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Jan 17, 2019
Believe it or not, the legal problems faced by some of the most notorious drug dealers actually allow us to understand the requirement to eliminate the barriers to justice for all. Similarly, the issue that celebrities face give us a chance to talk about conflicts, inclusion and substance abuse. Join Stuart Teicher, Esq., as he examines the intersection of several aspects of professional responsibility — access to justice, ethics, substance abuse and diversity...all in a way that will keep you engaged! Earn 3 hours of dual CLE at this program in Nashville on Feb. 20.

SCOTUS Justices Appear Ready to Void Tennessee Residency Requirement for Alcohol Sales

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Jan 16, 2019

The U.S. Supreme Court appeared ready to strike down a Tennessee provision that requires people to live in the state for two years before obtaining a license to sell alcohol, The Associated Press reports. Several justices said the restriction unconstitutionally discriminates against out-of-state economic interests. A ruling invalidating the residency requirement would be a victory for The Ketchum family, who bought a Memphis liquor store and moved to Tennessee from Utah in search of a healthier climate for their disabled adult daughter. Thirty-five states and the District of Columbia are urging the court to uphold the two-year residency requirement.

A Judges Panel: Legal Writing Pet Peeves and Pointers, Memphis, Jan. 25

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Jan 16, 2019
It's the new year, so why not take in a "Pop-Up" CLE to get 2019 started on the right track. Join us Jan. 25 at Central BBQ in Downtown Memphis after work for a unique CLE experience; no powerpoint or fuss, just great food, a panel of judges and unlimited networking opportunities. Take away essential skills that can help you to improve in your practice of law; while enjoying a casual night out in beautiful Downtown Memphis and earning one hour of dual CLE. 
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