Ep. 24 Black History Month: A Conversation With The Dreamer, Judge John McClarty Tennessee Court Talk podcast

25:15

Send us a text Lead Attorney, Joe Byrd interviews First Review Auditors, Alyssa Hudson and Kendall Leslie to discuss issues related to dependency & neglect, termination of parental rights, and non-capital criminal court claims. Additionally, Alyssa discusses supplier information issues. The discussion offers tips for attorneys arising from common problems auditors observe when processing claims.…

1
Ep. 47 The Purpose of a Show Cause Order 22:41

22 days ago22:41

22:41

Send us a text On this episode of Tennessee Court Talk , we explore a little-known but important process used in Tennessee’s appellate courts: the Order to Show Cause . Often misunderstood, this procedure serves as a form of contempt hearing specifically for attorneys, requiring them to appear in person before the appellate court to explain their conduct—or lack thereof—in cases they are handling. Joining the conversation are two respected judges from the Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals: Judge Ross Dyer , who brings valuable insight from his prior work in the Tennessee Attorney General’s Office before his appointment to the appellate bench in 2016. Judge Tom Greenholtz , who shares his perspective shaped by years on the trial bench in Hamilton County before his appointment to the appellate bench in 2022. This episode sheds light on the purpose and process of Orders to Show Cause, highlighting their role in maintaining accountability and ethical standards in the legal profession.…

1
Appointed Counsel Vol. 16: Non-Capital Claims 17:18

5 weeks ago17:18

17:18

Send us a text On this month's episode of Appointed Counsel, the Caitlin Clark of the Indigent Representation team joins Joe Byrd to discuss criminal court claims. Gene Vestal not only has a unique job at the Administrative Office of the Courts as the first line auditor for criminal claims, but also an interesting background. He and Joe Byrd not only go down memory lane, but discuss what he looks for in criminal claims and steps attorneys can take for a smooth process.…

1
Ep. 46 A Presidential Legacy: Discussing Life, Law and Heritage With Judge Andrew Jackson VI 28:14

9 weeks ago28:14

28:14

Send us a text History is filled with stories passed down through the generations. In this episode of Tennessee Court Talk, we sit down with Knox County General Sessions Court Judge Andrew Jackson IV. Judge Jackson shares insights into the workings of General Sessions Court, his personal journey, legal career, and captivating tales from his remarkable heritage.…

1
Vol 15: How Overclaims Are Flagged 14:38

10 weeks ago14:38

14:38

Send us a text In this episode of Appointed Counsel, Joe Byrd is joined by Jasper Beard, a compliance officer on the AOC's Indigent Services team. Joe and Jasper's discussion is all about attorneys submitting activities that exceed 24 hours of work in the same day. Learn when overclaims are flagged, how to fix an overclaim status as an attorney and Jaspers approach to correcting over claim status's with attorneys across the state.…

1
Ep. 45 AI in the Courts: The Promises and Perils of New AI Technology 14:40

11 weeks ago14:40

14:40

Send us a text Artificial Intelligence has the potential to streamline tasks within the courts, increasing efficiency and allowing staff to work on higher level tasks. But like any technology, AI is not infallible or without risks. In this episode of Tennessee Court Talk, we speak with Michael Navin, Principal Court Management Consultant in the Technology, Architecture Planning and Security Division at the National Center for State Courts about how AI is impacting court systems in this new technological era.…

1
Appointed Counsel Vol. 14: Proper Billing for Attorney Activities 17:04

13 weeks ago17:04

17:04

Send us a text In this episode of Appointed Counsel, Joe Byrd invites special guest Debra Sandlin of the AOC's Legal Services Division. The bulk of this conversation revolves around Deborah's role in the billing cycle of appointed counsel and advice she gives concerning billable hours to law schools throughout Tennessee.…

1
Ep. 44 Beyond the Bench: Featuring Appellate Court Clerk Jim Hivner 18:11

16 weeks ago18:11

18:11

Send us a text The Clerk of the Appellate Courts in Tennessee is an appointed position – one you may not be aware of. Very few people ever see an appellate court clerk at work, but their role is crucial in keeping the courts open, well-organized, and transparent. On this episode of Tennessee Court Talk we get to know Jim Hivner, who has served as Clerk of the Appellate Courts for ten years. He talks to Nick Morgan about the role of e-filing, what his job entails in and out of the courtroom, and even his favorite casserole. Listen to learn more the Appellate Court Clerk of Tennessee.…

1
Appointed Counsel Volume 13: Fiscal Services 24:12

17 weeks ago24:12

24:12

Send us a text The indigent services team relies on several other departments to accomplish its goal of getting attorneys paid for their services, but in this episode, Joe Byrd sits down with two of the most important people in the process. The fiscal department of the Administrative Office of the Courts join Appointed Counsel to discuss best practices in filing a claim for expenses and the different terms used to define the services of an attorney in indigent representation.…

1
Appointed Counsel Vol. 12: Experts and Investigators 13:02

22 weeks ago13:02

13:02

Send us a text In this episode, host Joe Byrd explains a specific process that must occur before any proposed expert or investigator begins to work. A process that involves both the trial court and the Administrative Office of the Courts. Joe also gives tips for those claims to not only be approved by the authoritative bodies, but also how to get a claim moved through the process and paid more effectively. This episode is for attorneys.…

1
Ep. 43 The Role of a Guardian Ad Litem 18:57

23 weeks ago18:57

18:57

Send us a text The guardian ad litem (GAL) in Tennessee plays a crucial role in family court, acting as a voice for the child. As a legal representative of the child, they meet the child where they are in a case and advocate for the child's best interests and ensure their protection until the completion of the matter. On this episode, Nick Morgan welcomes Judge Robert Philyaw of Hamilton County Juvenile Court and Attorney Chris Stiles of Chattanooga to discuss the topic of GAL's, give more insight in the role of a GAL both in practice and from behind the bench and talk about the importance in the relationship between the Guardian Ad Litem and the judge in the matter. This episode is for all audiences.…

1
Ep. 42 Giving Thanks: Holiday Traditions of the Tennessee Supreme Court 16:36

24 weeks ago16:36

16:36

Send us a text In this episode of Tennessee Court Talk, Samantha Fisher leads Chief Justice Holly Kirby, Justice Sarah Campbell, Justice Dwight Tarwater and Justice Mary Wagner down memory lane. The discussion focuses on traditions the justices had during the Thanksgiving holiday as children and the traditions that have created with their own families they celebrate with today. This episode is for all audiences.…

1
Appointed Counsel Vol. 11 - Travel Time and Expenses 6:47

27 weeks ago6:47

6:47

Send us a text Attorneys are permitted to bill for travel time and expenses, and there are specific guidelines under Rule 13 that determine what is and is not compensable regarding travel time and reimbursable expenses. In this quick episode, host Joe Byrd explains everything you need to know about these guidelines. This podcast is intended for attorneys.…

1
Ep. 41 Judicial Retention 101 16:17

28 weeks ago16:17

16:17

Send us a text With election season in full swing, Tennessee voters had the chance to vote on the retention of an appellate court judge and a Supreme Court Justice in August 2024. Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals Judge Matthew Wilson was one of those judges. In this episode of Tennessee Court Talk, Nick Morgan sits down with Judge Wilson in Jackson, TN to discuss the purpose of retention elections, why they are so different and three words his best friend would use to describe him. This episode is for all audiences. Produced and Edited by Nick Morgan, Administrative Office of the Courts…

1
Ep. 40 Judicial Recovery From Hurricane Helene 18:41

30 weeks ago18:41