Two new juvenile court judges have been selected for the Mountain Judicial Circuit.
Superior Court Chief Judge William Oliver announced Monday that Lori K. Pearson will be sworn in as a full-time judge while Angela J. Highsmith will serve on the bench part-time. Both will begin four-year terms on May 1.
Oliver says Pearson comes to the role with a wealth of legal experience, most recently serving as the Assistant District Attorney assigned to juvenile court. In her new role, she will be responsible for all matters concerning juvenile delinquency, unruly behavior, dependency, and traffic offenses.
Highsmith will be brought on to help manage the growing caseload in the Mountain Judicial Circuit. Her background in family law and commitment to child welfare will be a great asset to the court, says Oliver.
“I am proud to announce the appointment of Lori Pearson and Angela Highsmith to these critical positions within our judicial system,” he says. “Both individuals have demonstrated exceptional legal skills and a deep commitment to serving the families and children of our community. I look forward to seeing the impact they will have in their new roles.”
The new justices will be sworn into office on May 1 at 4 p.m. at the Habersham County Courthouse. Former Juvenile Court Judge B. Nichole Carswell, who was recently appointed to the superior court bench, will administer the oaths.
The Mountain Judicial Circuit includes Banks, Habersham, Rabun, and Stephens counties in Northeast Georgia.
