On behalf of the State Bar of Georgia, I would like to express congratulations to Clint G. Bearden of the Law Office of David E. Ralston in Blue Ridge on his appointment by Gov. Nathan Deal to serve as a Superior Court judge for the Northeastern Judicial Circuit, which includes Dawson and Hall counties.

A resident of Dawsonville, Judge Bearden will benefit from his nine years of experience in the legal profession, including service as a Magistrate Court judge in Dawson County.

Judge Bearden’s acceptance of this appointment is evidence of his continued dedication to serving the public. His fellow members of the State Bar of Georgia wish him well in a new capacity of judicial leadership.

Brian D. “Buck” Rogers

President, State Bar of Georgia