Another attorney officially announced this week his plan to run for the Washington County General Sessions Court judicial position being vacated by a retiring judge.
A veteran Johnson City attorney has been named president of the Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association.
Tony Seaton was elected to the position at the organizationâs annual convention in June. Seaton, who has practiced law in Northeast Tennessee for more than three decades, said his goal as president of the association is to make sure civil justice is carried out peacefully and fairly in Tennessee.
âAs lawyers for the plaintiffs, it is our duty to improve the safety and quality of life for our clients who are involved in civil disputes,â he said. âWe also want to make sure the courts are open and affordable to everyone in this state.â