Judge Brendan F. Murphy - Chief Magistrate of Cobb County

06/12/2026

Thanks to the Magistrate Court Clerks Council for inviting me to teach at their Annual Training. ⚖️ Added bonus to get to enjoy Athens with our Leadership Team!

06/05/2026

Congratulations to our graduates! ⚖️🎓 Please click on each photo to learn more about our clerks’ academic achievements!

05/30/2026

Congratulations, Sam & Brittany! ⚖️ 🙌🎉🏅

We said “Farewell and Thank You” to Civil Division clerk Samantha for her 9️⃣ years of service to the People’s Court as she heads to a new law firm career opportunity.

We also celebrated Brittany’s 5️⃣ year anniversary of re-joining the Court. Serving as a clerk, Real Property Division Supervisor, and now Accounting Supervisor, Brittany’s service & leadership shines in any endeavor she undertakes.

05/19/2026

It’s Election Day! 🇺🇸 Nonpartisan General Election for judges will appear on both party Primary ballots and the standalone Nonpartisan ballot. 🗳️🍑

Tuesday is Election Day in Cobb County for the May 19 General Primary/Nonpartisan Election.
Are you ready to cast your ballot?
⏰ Polls are open: 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.
🆔 Bring your approved photo ID
📍 Find your assigned polling place at My Voter Page, www.mvp.sos.ga.gov

05/17/2026

Thanks to State Court Clerk Tahnicia Phillips for challenging the to a fun Field Day to support a scholarship in memory of Nikole Justice! 💝🎓 Nikole was a wonderful State Court clerk that valiantly fought Breast Cancer.

05/15/2026

Mac is back! ⚖️ Courtroom clerks Grace, Falan, & Michone welcomed Senior Magistrate Judge Mike McLaughlin back to the for Landlord/Tenant calendars today.

Judge McLaughlin always follows the law with fidelity while treating each person in the courtroom with compassion and respect.

05/13/2026

Great to speak with the dynamic leaders of the Kennesaw Business Association! 🚂 All the better to do so with my friends, Superior Court Judges Angela Brown & Sonja Brown. ⚖️ Thank you for the invitation, Attorney Jenni Brown!

05/12/2026

Join us tomorrow, May 12th, for the KBA May Luncheon at Governors Gun Club!
🕦 Event begins at 11:30 AM
🤝 Doors open at 11:15 AM for networking
This month’s discussion:
“From Courtroom to Community: The Role of Judicial Leadership in Building Business Growth and Creating a Brand New U for Cobb County.”
A special thank you to our sponsor, Beaumont Products, Inc. (Citrus Magic), for supporting this important conversation on leadership, growth, and community impact.
We look forward to connecting with local professionals and leaders for an engaging afternoon!

05/11/2026

The received the inaugural Heart in Action Award at the Center for Family Resources Gala, recognizing our joint, innovative, & voluntary Housing Stability Court eviction diversion program! 💚🏆

I was so proud to see our talented, hardworking, and compassionate clerks of the Real Property Division & judges recognized for their tireless efforts. 🥹

Thank you to Clerk of the State Court of Cobb County Tahnicia Phillips for hosting an outstanding event! 💫

Magistrate Court of Cobb County
Real Property Division
•Stephanie, Supervisor
•Sharon, Lead Clerk
•Falan, Michone, & Grace, Courtroom clerks
•Audrey, Mindy, Kenda, Anaja, Josiah, & Brandon, Clerks

05/09/2026

Six years ago, a man whose life was defined by small, hidden acts of kindness boldly stepped between a domestic violence perpetrator and the woman he intended to kill. 💜 Raj’s fearless, selfless, decisive, and final action saved the life of a woman he never met.

Few are called to the ultimate, heroic sacrifice Raj made, but we could all in our daily lives: help, welcome, encourage, check in, smile, serve. 🤝

To learn more and watch a video of last year’s Raj Mehta Community Courtroom Dedication, please visit: https://www.law.uga.edu/rajesh-raj-mehta-memorial-endowment-family-justice 🏛️

We remember Senior Staff Attorney Raj Mehta. ⚖️