Ga. R. Prob. Ct. 3.1
As amended through April 15, 2024
Pursuant to OCGA § 15-9-2.1, the probate court has the authority to appoint full-time and part-time associate judges. The probate court determines the salary and benefits paid to the associate judge, subject to county approval. Associate judges shall be equally as qualified as the elected probate judge to receive appointment. Full-time associate judges shall not practice law outside the associate judgeship, except as otherwise provided by law.
Ga. R. Prob. Ct. 3.1