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- ↑ Rasmussen, Kristen (2018-06-05). "Brown, Gobeil Sworn in as State Appellate Court Judges". Daily Report. Retrieved 2019-01-12.
- ↑ Anteau, Alex (June 22, 2023). "Amanda Mercier Sworn in as Chief Judge of Ga. Court of Appeals". Daily Report. Retrieved July 21, 2023.
