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Rockdale Newton Citizen, Massey appointed Ocmulgee Superior Court judge

Terry holds a Bachelor's Degree of Business Administration (BBA) and a Law Degree, both from the University of Georgia. He currently resides in of Milledgeville, Georgia with his wife, Shelly, and their three children. He attends LakePoint Community Church. 

Terry has experience as an Attorney with the Dubose, Massey, Blair & Evans law firm, and as a Sole Practitioner at his own law firm, Massey Law Firm LLC. He previously served part-time with the Municipal Court Judge for the City Council of Conyers.

Terry N Massey is a Superior Court Judge for the Ocmulgee Judicial Circuit. He was appointed to this position in 2018, and is serving his second term. 

Candidate website

While working at his litigation practice, he handled criminal, domestic, civil, and corporate litigation cases. 

The candidate's website says, "Superior Court has exclusive jurisdiction over all cases of divorce, equity, title to land, and felonies involving jury trials, including death penalty cases."

As a Superior Court Judge, he manages cases consisting of divorce, equity, title to land, and felonies involving jury trials, including death penalty cases. 

Received Law Degree from the University of Georgia School of Law in 1990.

While working at the Dubose, Massey, Blair & Evans Law Firm, he practiced in areas of criminal defense, family law, and assisting small business owners in civil matters.

Licensed to practice law in the state of Georgia as of 1990, and the United States District Court for the Northern District of Georgia in 1991.

- While working at his litigation practice, he handled criminal, domestic, civil, and corporate litigation cases. 
- As a Superior Court Judge, he manages cases consisting of divorce, equity, title to land, and felonies involving jury trials, including death penalty cases. 
- Received Law Degree from the University of Georgia School of Law in 1990.
- While working at the Dubose, Massey, Blair & Evans Law Firm, he practiced in areas of criminal defense, family law, and assisting small business owners in civil matters.
- Licensed to practice law in the state of Georgia as of 1990, and the United States District Court for the Northern District of Georgia in 1991.

Legal Experience

As of April 23, 2024, Terry N Massey’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Ethics & Conduct

Judicial Administration

Believes in the profound impact of judicial decisions on communities, upholds respect and fairness, supports rehabilitation for non-violent offenders, and endorses strict consequences for violent criminals to ensure public safety.

Supports rehabilitation and second chances for non-violent offenders, and applying the " the full weight of the law" for violent offenders. 

- Supports rehabilitation and second chances for non-violent offenders, and applying the " the full weight of the law" for violent offenders. 

Judicial Philosophy

The candidate's website says, "...Prior to his appointment, he served as a Rotarian for 25 years. He also enjoys volunteering at the Boys and Girls Club, YoungLife, and the Madison-Morgan Conservancy, as well as numerous other civic organizations."

Volunteers with the Boys and Girls Club, YoungLife, and the Madison-Morgan Conservancy, amongst other civic organizations. 

- Served as a Rotarian. 
- Volunteers with the Boys and Girls Club, YoungLife, and the Madison-Morgan Conservancy, amongst other civic organizations. 

Community Involvement

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Terry N Massey

Judge Massey is a resident of Milledgeville, GA, and a graduate of the University of Georgia. He is married with 3 children.

Terry has experience as a trial lawyer and opened Massey Law Firm LLC.

Terry N Massey is a Superior Court Judge for the Ocmulgee Judicial Circuit. He was appointed in 2018. He was also a part-time Municipal Court Judge for the  City Council of Conyers.

The candidate's website says, "Judge Massey previously served as a Municipal Court Judge for 23 years, which gives him extensive judicial experience... Prior to becoming Superior Court Judge, he represented clients throughout the state of Georgia in both state and federal courts. His litigation practice consisted of criminal, domestic, civil litigation, and corporate litigation..."

Believes in the value of legal education and hometown service, holding a Business Administration degree and Law degree from the University of Georgia, later serving 23 years as Conyers' Municipal Court Judge after starting a private practice.

The candidate's website says, "20+ Years Serving on the Bench From Municipal Court to Superior Court with Honor & Integrity."

His litigation practice consisted of criminal, domestic, civil, and corporate litigation.

As a Superior Court Judge, he handles cases of divorce, equity, title to land, and felonies involving jury trials, including death penalty cases.

- His litigation practice consisted of criminal, domestic, civil, and corporate litigation.
- As a Superior Court Judge, he handles cases of divorce, equity, title to land, and felonies involving jury trials, including death penalty cases.

Said, "You have my word that I will continue working hard, applying the law firmly and fairly, and serving with integrity."

- Said, "You have my word that I will continue working hard, applying the law firmly and fairly, and serving with integrity."

Supports rehabilitation for non-violent offenders and endorses strict consequences for violent criminals to ensure public safety.

- Supports rehabilitation for non-violent offenders and endorses strict consequences for violent criminals to ensure public safety.

The candidate's website says, "Volunteering is a great way to show your support. Did you know that people are 90% more likely to trust someone or something recommended by a friend?"

The candidate's website says, "Here's an opportunity to do something that will impact your community. Your volunteering will help Judge Massey continue making a difference."

The candidate's website says, "Meeting new people allows Judge Massey to share his message and gain knowledge and insight into each community. Judge Massey welcomes the opportunity to speak with as many constituents"

The candidate's website says, "Family and community have always been a large part of Judge Massey's life."

The candidate's website says, "When donating to the campaign of Judge Massey, you are making a donation to the future success of our community. Consider being part of the"

The candidate's website says, "Terry is married to Shelly Black Massey... The Massey's attend LakePoint Community Church, where he leads a small group and provides communion thought. Previously, he has served as a Sunday School teacher, trustee, and deacon in other churches."

Attends LakePoint Community Church, where he leads a small group and provides communion thought. Previously, he has served as a Sunday School teacher, trustee, and deacon in other churches.

Believes in impacting lives through legal representation, church, and community service, and plans to uphold the law with integrity, aiming to make a difference case by case.

Believes in impacting lives through legal representation, church, and community service.

Volunteers at the Boys and Girls Club, YoungLife, and the Madison-Morgan Conservancy.

- Attends LakePoint Community Church, where he leads a small group and provides communion thought. Previously, he has served as a Sunday School teacher, trustee, and deacon in other churches.
- Believes in impacting lives through legal representation, church, and community service.
- Served as a Rotarian for 25 years.
- Volunteers at the Boys and Girls Club, YoungLife, and the Madison-Morgan Conservancy.

Judge Terry N. Massey is a resident of Milledgeville, GA, USA, and a proud graduate of the University of Georgia, where he earned the distinction of being a 'Double Dawg,' a term used for alumni who have graduated from two different programs at the university. Details about the specific church he attends or information about his family are not provided in the background information given.

Judge Terry N Massey serves as a Superior Court Judge for the Ocmulgee Judicial Circuit. He was sworn in by Governor Nathan Deal on August 8, 2018, to fill a vacancy created by the appointment of the Honorable E. Trenton Brown, III to the Court of Appeals. Prior to his current role, the specifics of his professional background before becoming a judge are not provided.

Judge Terry N Massey has served as a Superior Court Judge for the Ocmulgee Judicial Circuit since being sworn in on August 8, 2018, after being appointed by Governor Nathan Deal to fill a vacancy. Prior to this appointment, the details of any other political offices held or committees served on are not provided.

- Georgia Superior Court Judges hear a wide range of criminal cases from petty theft and public drunkenness to murder. Some cases in front of the Georgia Superior Court involve the death penalty. 
- On the civil side, Superior Court Judges hear cases on divorce, titles to land, contract disputes, and premises liability. 
- Superior Court Judges are elected by judicial circuit. Each county surrounding Atlanta has its own judicial circuit, while rural judicial districts typically consist of multiple counties.
- Superior Court Judges are elected to four year terms. Elections are nonpartisan. The Governor can appoint Superior Court Judges when vacancies arise. 