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LSC Awards More Than $14M in Disaster Relief Grants to Legal Aid Organizations

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Oct 11, 2018
The Legal Services Corporation (LSC) announced today that it is awarding 11 disaster relief grants to legal aid organizations in California, Florida, Puerto Rico, Texas and the Virgin Islands totaling $14,145,055. Earlier this year, Congress enacted an $89.3 billion emergency supplemental appropriations law that included $15 million for LSC to support the delivery of legal services related to the destruction caused by Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria and the California wildfires in 2017. The grants support projects that mobilize pro bono attorneys, enhance online resources for survivors, and improve communication and cooperation among legal aid clients, pro bono attorneys and partner organizations.

Volunteers Needed for Legal Clinic in Nashville Oct. 16

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Oct 11, 2018
The Fred D. Gray Institute for Law, Justice and Society's regular legal clinic at St. James Missionary Baptist Church in Nashville will be held Oct. 16. Those interested in volunteering should meet upstairs in the rear of the building at 5:30. It will be an advice-only clinic with no expectation that volunteers take on continuing representation. Volunteers will be provided an informational packet that addresses common legal clinic questions. Those interested should contact Randy Spivey at 615-966-2503.

President Names 13 Nominees to Federal Bench, Including One in Tennessee

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Oct 11, 2018
The White House announced 13 new judicial nominees, including one for a seat in Tennessee, Law.com reports. President Donald Trump nominated Judge Clifton Corker for a seat in the Eastern District of Tennessee. The nominees include five picks for appeals courts and eight for trial court seats.

Tennessee Supreme Court Launches Oral Argument Video Initiative

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Oct 11, 2018
The Tennessee Supreme Court began last week videotaping oral arguments taking place in Nashville and making them available to the public. The video will give lawyers, students and others a more realistic feel of the interaction between the court and attorneys during oral argument, which often includes unscripted questioning and debate. The video system includes three separate cameras, allowing the view to toggle between the attorney at the podium and the individual justices on the bench during the oral argument. 

Washington State Supreme Court Rules Death Penalty Violates Constitution

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Oct 11, 2018
Washington state’s Supreme Court ruled today that the death penalty violates its Constitution, USA Today reports. The court was unanimous in its order that the eight people currently on death row have their sentences converted to life in prison. “Given the manner in which it is imposed, the death penalty also fails to serve any legitimate penological goals,” the justices wrote.

This Week: Hot Topics in Real Estate 2018

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Oct 11, 2018
Join us Nov. 9 at the AT&T Building in Nashville for Hot Topics in Real Estate. The program, a staple for Tennessee "dirt lawyers," is designed to keep you on the cutting edge of developments in real estate law with topics such as blockchain and smart contracts, case law updates and tips to avoid complaints. Do not default on this opportunity to learn from seasoned professionals while networking with colleagues in your area of practice. 

6th Circuit Grants Motion to Stay Zagorski Execution

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Oct 10, 2018
The U.S. 6th Circuit Court of Appeals has granted a motion to stay the execution of death row inmate Edmund Zagorski, who was scheduled to die tomorrow via lethal injection. "We conclude that this case presents exceptional circumstances warranting a stay," the court's opinion states. “If we do not grant a stay, we will necessarily be deciding or rendering moot his appeal, without affording Zagorski the opportunity to present his appeal to us in the first instance. At a minimum, due process requires that Zagorski be afforded an opportunity to present his appeal to us.” Earlier today, attorneys for Zagorski filed an emergency motion to force the state to allow him execution by electric chair, The Tennessean reports.

Special Judge Rules Against Judicial Candidate in Suit Over Political Signs

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Oct 10, 2018
A special judge yesterday dismissed claims by a candidate for judge who says a contractor she hired to put out campaign signs failed to live up to their agreement, The Times Free Press reports. Catherine White, a family attorney, filed a civil summons against Shackleford this summer in Hamilton County General Sessions Court, saying Shackleford had agreed on Feb. 11 to place 150 signs around Chattanooga for $15 each in her bid for Hamilton County Circuit Court judge. Instead, he installed only 112, White said, which is proven by a "bubble map" that Shackleford created showing the general location of each sign. In her claim, she said Shackleford owed her $2,040.92. While appearing sympathetic to White’s problem, Judge Thomas Austin ultimately ruled against White’s claim because she didn’t “carry her burden of proof.”

Independent Candidate Drops Out of District 30 Race, Endorses Democrat

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Oct 10, 2018
J. Michael Holloway, an attorney running as an independent in Tennessee’s House District 30 race, has chosen to drop his election bid and endorse Democrat Joda Thongnopnua, The Times Free Press reports. "Over the past several months, it's become clear to me that Joda is the best choice for District 30 and Tennessee,” Holloway said in a press release. Thongnopnua faces Republican Esther Helton in a race for an open seat created when incumbent Rep. Marc Gravitt was elected Hamilton County Register of Deeds. District 30 includes southern portions of Hamilton County. 

Services Scheduled Tomorrow for Judge Sue McKnight Evans

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Oct 10, 2018
Judge Sue McKnight Evans, of Old Hickory, died on Oct. 8. She was 85. Evans began her career as a teacher, going on to earn her law degree from Nashville School of Law, and entering into private practice in Nashville. She was elected General Sessions Judge for Division IX in 1996. She successfully ran for re-election twice, and completed her service on the bench in 2014 at the end of her term. Evans was appointed to the Court of the Judiciary where she served two terms from 1999 until 2007. In 2010, she was recognized by the National Association of Women Judges. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until the service at noon, tomorrow at St. Edwards Catholic Church, 188 Thompson Lane, in Nashville. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Father Ryan High School Library.
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