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Georgia holds a bachelor's degree in sociology from North Carolina State University and a law degree from Campbell University Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law. She attends a local Greek Orthodox Church. 

Georgia currently works as an attorney at her own private practice, Nixon Law Offices. She previously worked as an assistant district attorney for the state of North Carolina.

Georgia Nixon previously served as a member of the Jamestown City Council for 3 terms. 

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 Nixon Law Offices, PA Board-Certified Specialist in State and Federal Criminal Law, and former Assistant District Attorney

Believes legal experience should encompass a wide range of criminal defense issues, from minor traffic violations to serious felonies. Supports providing free consultations for those facing serious criminal charges.

As an attorney at Nixon Law Officers, PA  Nixon's practice areas consist of Criminal Defense, Assault Charges, Drug Charges, and DWI Defense. 

As an assistant district attorney, Nixon prosecuted civil and criminal cases under state law on behalf of the district attorney’s office, supervised legal and clerical staff, and conducted interviews with victims and witnesses in ongoing cases.

- As an attorney at Nixon Law Officers, PA  Nixon's practice areas consist of Criminal Defense, Assault Charges, Drug Charges, and DWI Defense. 
- As an assistant district attorney, Nixon prosecuted civil and criminal cases under state law on behalf of the district attorney’s office, supervised legal and clerical staff, and conducted interviews with victims and witnesses in ongoing cases.

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As of June 14, 2024, Georgia Nixon’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Believes in community involvement through teaching legal aid classes, raising funds for local charities, and volunteering as a Teen Court Judge.

- Served as a volunteer Teen Court Judge. 

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Stephanie holds a bachelor's degree in English and history from Utah State University and a law degree from Wake Forest University. 

Stephanie works as an assistant district attorney for the state of North Carolina. She previously worked as an associate at the law firm of Kilpatrick, Townsend & Stockton and as an adjunct professor at the Wake Forest University School of Law and Elon School of Law.

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Trellis, Judge Stephanie L. Reese: Professional Background and Legal Expertise

NC, Governor Cooper Appoints Superior Court Judge for Guilford County

Stephanie Reese currently serves as a superior court judge in District 24B. She was named to this position in 2024. She also serves as a superior court judge in District 18. She was appointed to this position in 2022. 

As superior court judge, Reese oversees cases involving criminal felonies, the administration of wills and estates, evictions of renters, and divorce proceedings, and exercises authority to review and correct the rulings of lower courts.

As an assistant district attorney, Reese prosecuted civil and criminal cases under state law on behalf of the district attorney’s office, supervised legal and clerical staff, and conducted interviews with victims and witnesses in ongoing cases.

As an associate at Kilpatrick, Townsend & Stockton LLP , Reese researched, drafted, and filed legal documents, and provided defense and counsel to clients.

- As superior court judge, Reese oversees cases involving criminal felonies, the administration of wills and estates, evictions of renters, and divorce proceedings, and exercises authority to review and correct the rulings of lower courts.
- As an assistant district attorney, Reese prosecuted civil and criminal cases under state law on behalf of the district attorney’s office, supervised legal and clerical staff, and conducted interviews with victims and witnesses in ongoing cases.
- As an associate at Kilpatrick, Townsend & Stockton LLP , Reese researched, drafted, and filed legal documents, and provided defense and counsel to clients.

As of June 14, 2024, Stephanie Reese’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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- The Superior Court Judge hears both civil and criminal cases. Superior Court Judges try civil cases involving more than $10,000. Superior Court Judge hear appeals of misdemeanors and infraction cases that were first heard in the District Court,
- They make decisions on bail, meaning a Superior Court Judge could keep a non-dangerous person in jail before they are convicted by setting a high bail.
- In each district (except Wake County), the most senior judge in years of service is designated the senior resident superior court judge. They are responsible for various administrative duties, including appointing magistrates and some other court officials, and managing the scheduling of civil cases for trial.
- Superior court judges rotate among the districts within their divisions.  
- The Superior Court Judge is elected for 8-year terms. Elections are partisan.

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North Carolina Superior Court Judge, District 24B

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