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The Supreme Court of Georgia has issued an order declaring a statewide judicial emergency and extending certain deadlines in ongoing court proceedings due to the effects of tropical cyclone Helene. More information and resources here »

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Hurricane Helene Information and Resources

The State Bar of Georgia will be posting information and links to resources on this page as they become available to provide assistance and guidance to Bar members and the public as we work to recover from the effects of Hurricane Helene.

Supreme Court Orders

09.30.24 - Supreme Court Issues Order Declaring Judicial Emergency and extends certain deadlines in ongoing court proceedings due to the effects of tropical cyclone Helene. Read the full order here.

Information About Court Closures

From the Governor

Governor Kemp has declared a State of Emergency for all 159 counties in Georgia. Click here to view the executive order.

Resources and Assistance

State Bar Programs

The State Bar’s SOLACE* Program exists to allow our members to reach out in meaningful and compassionate ways to others in the legal community in times of need caused by events and situations like this. Reach out to SOLACE at solace@52477799.com.

SOLACE may also be available to respond to requests for in-kind donations in other areas of South Georgia, including replacing office supplies and equipment, if they can secure:

  • A location for donations to be dropped off and picked up.
  • A local area point of contact to coordinate donations.
  • Persons available to transport donations to South Georgia.

Email solace@52477799.com for more information.

*SOLACE is a network of individuals within the legal community who are willing to consider providing nonmonetary assistance to help lawyers and other members of the legal community who need support because of a sudden catastrophic event such as illness, injury, fire or natural disaster. It is administered through the State Bar of Georgia.

Other Resources

Visit gema.georgia.gov for resources available for those affected, including food distribution locations, shelters, local emergency management agency contact information and opportunities to volunteer.