The Trial Court Vacancy Commission is now accepting applications for an upcoming Circuit Court judge vacancy in the 30th Judicial District – Shelby County. Judge Donna M. Fields has informed the governor that she will retire effective September 1.
Any interested applicant must be a licensed attorney who is at least 30 years of age, a resident of the state for five years, and a resident of the 30th Judicial District. Applicants must complete the designated application, available here and submit it to the Administrative Office of the Courts by noon CDT on July 7, 2016.
The Trial Court Vacancy Commission will interview all qualified applicants in Memphis on August 8. The meeting will include a public hearing, during which members of the public may express any objections to any applicant. The interview and public hearing will be open to the public.