Poston named Superior Court judge

Governor Kemp announces court, judicial appointments

Graduated cum laude from the University of Georgia School of Law. 

Has over 30 years of experience at the District Attorney's office, dealing with prosecution of state criminal offenses.

- Graduated cum laude from the University of Georgia School of Law. 
- Has over 30 years of experience at the District Attorney's office, dealing with prosecution of state criminal offenses.

Legal Experience

As of March 19, 2024, Bert Poston’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Ethics & Conduct

Judicial Administration

Judicial Philosophy

Active membership with the Rockbridge Community Church.

- Active membership with the Rockbridge Community Church.

Community Involvement

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Bert Poston

- 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. 