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TENNESSEE LAWYERS’ FUND PAYMENT FOR SULLIVAN COUNTY ATTORNEY

On September 2, 2025, the Tennessee Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection (Lawyers’ Fund) paid a claim filed against Samuel Ervin White, in the amount of $1,100.00.

Lawyers’ Fund, financed by Tennessee lawyers and judges, was established by the Tennessee Supreme Court to reimburse individuals for losses caused by the rare instances of dishonest conduct by attorneys. The Tennessee Supreme Court appoints a Lawyers’ Fund Board, consisting of six lawyers and three non-attorney members, who serve without compensation in considering and paying claims pursuant to Tennessee Supreme Court Rule 25.

Mr. White is required to reimburse Lawyers’ Fund for the amount paid to any claimant pursuant to Tennessee Supreme Court Rule 25 Section 16 and/or the Order of Enforcement entered by the Supreme Court of Tennessee. White Press Release

TENNESSEE LAWYERS’ FUND PAYMENT FOR SHELBY COUNTY ATTORNEY

On June 16, 2025, the Tennessee Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection (Lawyers’ Fund) paid a claim filed against George Skouteris, Jr., in the amount of $17,609.40.

Lawyers’ Fund, financed by Tennessee lawyers and judges, was established by the Tennessee Supreme Court to reimburse individuals for losses caused by the rare instances of dishonest conduct by attorneys. The Tennessee Supreme Court appoints a Lawyers’ Fund Board, consisting of six lawyers and three non-attorney members, who serve without compensation in considering and paying claims pursuant to Tennessee Supreme Court Rule 25.

Mr. Skouteris is required to reimburse Lawyers’ Fund for the amount paid to any claimant pursuant to Tennessee Supreme Court Rule 25 Section 16 and/or the Order of Enforcement entered by the Supreme Court of Tennessee. Skouteris Press Release