Tennessee Court Talk

Mar 14 2025 61 ep. 30 mins 51
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Tennessee Court Talk is a podcast presented by the Tennessee Supreme Court, Administrative Office of the Courts. The aim of the podcast is to improve the administration of justice in state courts through education and understanding. 

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

Mar 14 2025 28 mins  
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.

Vol 15: How Overclaims Are Flagged

Mar 07 2025 14 mins  
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 ov

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

Feb 28 2025 14 mins  
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

Appointed Counsel Vol. 14: Proper Billing for Attorney Activities

Feb 10 2025 17 mins  
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.

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

Jan 24 2025 18 mins  
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

Appointed Counsel Volume 13: Fiscal Services

Jan 15 2025 24 mins  
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 expense

Appointed Counsel Vol. 12: Experts and Investigators

Dec 09 2024 13 mins  
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 a

Ep. 43 The Role of a Guardian Ad Litem

Dec 06 2024 18 mins  
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 Ha

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

Nov 25 2024 16 mins  
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. Thi

Appointed Counsel Vol. 11 - Travel Time and Expenses

Nov 07 2024 6 mins  
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.