Annual Conference
Our three-day, statewide Annual Conference is hosted every year to provide the staff with a diverse array of continuing education trainings. We also take this opportunity to recognize the accomplishments and service of several of our outstanding staff members.
October 2024 Honorees
Pat McCutchen Award
Russell Johnson
District Attorney General, 9th Judicial District
This award is presented each year to the individual who best exemplifies the goals and ideals of the Tennessee District Attorneys General Conference and their efforts to improve the quality of justice for all Tennesseans. 9th Judicial District Attorney General Russell Johnson has embodied these ideals both as a leader and dedicated servant to his community. Gen. Johnson previously served as the president of the Conference.
President’s Award
Justin Harris
Assistant District Attorney, 15th Judicial District
This award is presented annually to an Assistant District Attorney General, Victim Witness Coordinator or employee of the criminal division who has demonstrated exceptional service to the Criminal Justice System of Tennessee, the TNDAGC, and the citizens we serve. ADA Justin Harris receives the award for his exemplary trial advocacy in his community.
Tony Clark Award
Kelly Pinson and Becky Liebergesell
Victim Witness Coordinators, 24th Judicial District
This award was established by the TNDAGC Executive Committee in 2018 in memory of the late District Attorney General Tony Clark. The award is presented annually to a non-prosecutor staff member of the TNDAGC who exhibits the highest character and demonstrates exceptional compassion, care and dedication to victims of crimes. Kelly Pinson and Becky Liebergesell, were chose for their exceptional efforts in a recent child sexual abuse case.
DUI Prosecutor Decade of Excellence Award
Matthew Hooper
Assistant District Attorney, 25th Judicial District
DUI Prosecutor of the Year Award
Victoria Haywood
Assistant District Attorney, 22nd Judicial District