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Trellis-Judge Gregory V Sapp: Professional Background and Legal Expertise

Gregory has a Bachelor of Arts degree in history and political science from the University of Georgia and a law degree from the University of Georgia School of Law. Gregory is a Deacon at Southside Baptist Church. Him and his wife have two children. 

Prior to his role as a State Court Judge, Gregory was the Principal Attorney at Sapp Law Group after being an Attorney Partner for Calhoun, Cerbone & Sapp. 

Judge Gregory V Sapp

Gregory Sapp is currently the Chief State Court Judge in Chatham County. He was first appointed by Governor Nathan Deal in 2011, and became Chief Judge in 2021. 

Earned his law degree from University of Georgia School of Law.

As Chief State Court Judge in Chatham County, oversees the administration of the State Court, manages the docket and scheduling of cases, provides leadership to other judges and court staff, ensures the efficient operation of the court, represents the court in official capacities, and upholds the integrity and impartiality of the judicial system.

As Principal Attorney at Sapp Law Group, led legal proceedings, provided legal advice, drafted and reviewed legal documents, represented clients in court, negotiated settlements, managed a team of legal professionals, and ensured compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

As an Attorney Partner for Calhoun, Cerbone & Sapp, collaborated with colleagues to provide legal services, advised clients on various legal matters, conducted legal research, negotiated agreements, represented clients in court proceedings, managed client relationships, and contributed to the overall success and growth of the law firm.

- Earned his law degree from University of Georgia School of Law.
- As Chief State Court Judge in Chatham County, oversees the administration of the State Court, manages the docket and scheduling of cases, provides leadership to other judges and court staff, ensures the efficient operation of the court, represents the court in official capacities, and upholds the integrity and impartiality of the judicial system.
- As Principal Attorney at Sapp Law Group, led legal proceedings, provided legal advice, drafted and reviewed legal documents, represented clients in court, negotiated settlements, managed a team of legal professionals, and ensured compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
- As an Attorney Partner for Calhoun, Cerbone & Sapp, collaborated with colleagues to provide legal services, advised clients on various legal matters, conducted legal research, negotiated agreements, represented clients in court proceedings, managed client relationships, and contributed to the overall success and growth of the law firm.

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Served as the president of the Savannah Bar Association and the Savannah Sunrise Rotary Club.

Served two terms on the Savannah-Chatham County Board of Education.

Is a Life Fellow of Georgia Bar Foundation.

Volunteers his time in the community with various organizations including as a board member for the United Way of the Coastal Empire, Savannah Philharmonic Advisory Board, Chatham Savannah Authority for the Homeless, and Communities in Schools of Savannah. He also serves in the St. Patricks Day Parade Committee.

- Served as the president of the Savannah Bar Association and the Savannah Sunrise Rotary Club.
- Served two terms on the Savannah-Chatham County Board of Education.
- Is a Life Fellow of Georgia Bar Foundation.
- Volunteers his time in the community with various organizations including as a board member for the United Way of the Coastal Empire, Savannah Philharmonic Advisory Board, Chatham Savannah Authority for the Homeless, and Communities in Schools of Savannah. He also serves in the St. Patricks Day Parade Committee.
- Is a Leadership Savannah graduate.

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Gregory V Sapp

- Despite their name, State Courts in Georgia have limited jurisdiction within their county. State Court Judges also have limited jurisdiction over the types of cases they hear, as opposed to Superior Court. 
- State Court Judges hear misdemeanors, like traffic tickets. They also issue arrest and search warrants and hold preliminary hearings in some criminal cases. 
- State Court Judges hear most civil matters that aren't related to land titles, divorce, or cases involving non-monetary damages (those matters are handled by the Superior Court).
- State Court Judges are elected in non-partisan county wide elections and serve four year terms. The Governor can appoint State Court Judges when vacancies arise. 
