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Trellis, Judge T David Lyles professional background and legal expertise

Has served as a superior court judge since 2017.

Has presided over the Paulding County Mental Health Court since 2019.

Has over 15 years of experience as an assistant district attorney, investigating and prosecuting individuals accused of committing crimes on behalf of the district attorney.

- Has served as a superior court judge since 2017.
- Has presided over the Paulding County Mental Health Court since 2019.
- Has over 15 years of experience as an assistant district attorney, investigating and prosecuting individuals accused of committing crimes on behalf of the district attorney.
- Has a law degree from Emory.

Legal Experience

As of March 19, 2024, T. David Lyles did not have a website or any information online.

Ethics & Conduct

Judicial Administration

Judicial Philosophy

Has been an adjunct faculty member of Emory Law School's Keppler-Eidson Trial Techniques Program since 2012.

Member of the board of directors of the Paulding County Boys and Girls Club, Paulding County Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and Paulding County Public Safety Appreciation Board.

- Has been an adjunct faculty member of Emory Law School's Keppler-Eidson Trial Techniques Program since 2012.
- Member of the board of directors of the Paulding County Boys and Girls Club, Paulding County Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and Paulding County Public Safety Appreciation Board.

Community Involvement

T. David Lyles

- 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. 