The Athens-Clarke County Probate Court has received Governor Brian Kemp’s approval of the resignation of Beverly Logan, the Clerk of Superior and State Courts of Athens-Clarke County. Ms. Logan is retiring effective May 31, 2023 after 30 years of service. The election superintendent for the county will call a special election pursuant to O.C.G.A. §21-2-540 (c)(1)(A) to fill the vacancy for the remainder of the current term through December 2024. In accordance with O.C.G.A. § 15-6-53 (b), Athens-Clarke County Probate Court Judge Susan G. Schaffer will appoint an interim Clerk of Court until the special election can be held. In order to serve as interim Clerk of Court, a person must be qualified to hold the office of clerk and meet all of the eligibility requirements set forth in O.C.G.A. §15-6-50 (b).

Any person interested in applying for consideration for appointment as the interim Clerk of Court should submit a letter of interest, an affidavit of qualification, and a resume to The Honorable Susan G. Schaffer, Athens-Clarke County Probate Court, 325 East Washington Street, Suite 200, Athens, GA 30601. All applications must be received in the Probate Court offices by 5:00 PM on Monday, May 22, 2023 for consideration.