Welcome to Around the Circuit! Stay connected with the latest news, announcements, milestones, and moments from across the Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit. We’re proud to share the people and happenings that make our Circuit special.
We are thrilled to congratulate Brianna House on passing the Georgia Bar Exam! This incredible accomplishment is the result of years of hard work, dedication, and perseverance, and we are so excited to celebrate this special milestone with her. Making the occasion even more meaningful, Brianna will be sworn in by her VERY proud father, Chief Judge Brian House. What a special moment for the House family! Please join us in congratulating Brianna House, Georgia’s newest attorney! Swearing-In Ceremony September 28, 2026 at 12:00pm.
Meet the LMJC District Attorney’s Office newest appellate prosecutor! Congrats to Benjamin Dewberry on passing the GA Bar! Benjamin received an undergraduate degree from the University of West Georgia and attended law school at Liberty University School of Law in Virginia. Benjamin’s Swearing-In Ceremony date & time – TBD!
Kathleen Van Pelt Davis Sworn In as Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit DA
Governor Brian P. Kemp recently appointed Kathleen Van Pelt Davis as the new District Attorney for the Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit. The appointment fills the vacancy created by the resignation of Clayton M. Fuller, who left to take a seat in Congress.
Congratulations, Kathleen and wishing you great success as you take on this new role!
Chief Judge Brian House Hosts Third Bailiff Training Seminar for the Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit
On Friday, July 24, Chief Judge Brian House welcomed bailiffs from the LMJC to Catoosa County for a Bailiff Training Seminar. The seminar brought together bailiffs from all four counties for a day dedicated to highlighting the systems that keep our courtrooms running safely and smoothly.
Judge House led the training himself discussing courtroom responsibilities from the basics of security, managing juries throughout a trial, while mixing in some trivia and fun giveaways. Topics included proper interactions with jurors, gathering exhibits and verdict forms, safely escorting jurors to and from deliberations and other courtroom conduct.
This seminar reflects Judge House’s commitment to investing in the people who make the day-to-day work of the courts possible.
The Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit is grateful to every bailiff across the circuit for the dedication and professionalism they bring to the courtroom every day. Thank you for your service, and for the vital role you play throughout our circuit.