Jeffrey Usman

Dad of 2 great kids, one w/ autism; Married up @ProfLadyUsman; Former law prof; TN Ct of Appeals Judge; Catholic; Respecter of human dignity & limited govt

[Jeffrey Usman @Prawfish]

Best job in the judiciary— Tennessee state court judge — but this one, Grand Canyon Magistrate looks pretty good too

[Jeffrey Usman @Prawfish]

At the Grand Canyon for a family trip, making use of the First Amendment activities area set aside by @GrandCanyonNPS to make an impassioned speech about how incredibly worthwhile, despite being freezing, it was to get up to see sunrise over the Canyon — full approval from the littlest Usman

[Jeffrey Usman @Prawfish]

Congratulations to all those who passed the Tennessee bar! TN’s traditional swearing-in ceremony before the TN Supreme Court is a truly wonderful experience for you & your loved ones! For those who did not pass this time, I know plenty of excellent lawyers who did not pass the first time https://t.co/hdjXdjXapi

[Jeffrey Usman @Prawfish]

Happy First Monday in October to all who celebrate

[Jeffrey Usman @Prawfish]

Trying to explain to my wife, the remarkable @ProfLadyUsman, what the death of Optimus Prime meant to young boys of a certain era — having some challenges — any thoughts for helping to better explain the significance?

[Fathom Entertainment @FathomEnt]

For 40 years, this movie didn't let anyone off easy. It still won't. The Transformers: The Movie returns to theaters starting tomorrow, followed by the theatrical debut of Optimus Prime: Awakening, an all-new animated short.

[Jeffrey Usman @Prawfish]

A proud moment in parenting — 2nd grade parents night — an about me info sheet prepared by my youngest — her favorite book: The Midnight Ride of Paul Revere; her favorite movie: Young Washington; and her favorite holiday: Evacuation Day

[Jeffrey Usman @Prawfish]

Went to @CoyoteACMEMovie with a multi-generational group over the weekend, ranging in age by more than 70 years, was enjoyed by the youngest to the oldest — nice to watch a movie together that managed to have both my youngest & my dad laughing

[Jeffrey Usman @Prawfish]

1 yr term law clerk position (starting fall 2027), if you are graduating law school in the spring of 2027 & interested in being considered for a TN Ct of Appeals clerkship in Nashville, TN -- please send your application to my career clerk [email protected] by Sept 18th - resume, references, writing sample, & transcript

[Jeffrey Usman @Prawfish]

photo facial expression = When you are a big kid 2nd grader & your mom, the wonderful @ProfLadyUsman, has taken ENTIRELY too many pictures for your first day of the new school year but your dad is telling some fairly decent jokes trying to keep the peace

[Jeffrey Usman @Prawfish]

My terrific former @BelmontLaw colleagues are hiring for multiple faculty positions this year - seeking candidates in health, entertainment, criminal law, criminal procedure, contracts, business associations, and related areas - a great place to teach law & Nashville is a wonderful city -- more info at https://t.co/70HCXUHdWn

[Jeffrey Usman @Prawfish]

Always enjoy taking the littlest Usman to vote, as she brings ballet dancing to voting

[Jeffrey Usman @Prawfish]

Had a belated birthday party for the littlest Usman — @ProfLadyUsman & I put together a goodie bag for the rising 2nd graders — did we go with a patriotic theme & include a pocket constitution with Declaration of Independence, of course we did

[Jeffrey Usman @Prawfish]

Historians Joseph J. Ellis & Ron Chernow, among others, have described George Washington as seemingly made of marble — even contemporaries could have such a sense, Abigail Adams in meeting him (and this was 1775) was so struck by his dignity with ease that she described him, quoting poetry, as a sort of temple — Young Washington (@washingtonmovie) is a gift of a movie, rendering a flesh & blood and very human Washington while showing the growth from failure of an extraordinary young man who would become the indispensable man of the American Revolution — a leader among leaders who held the country together through war and peace — like Washington himself the movie is not perfect but it is impressive and well worth watching

[Jeffrey Usman @Prawfish]

I always find inspiration in rereading the Declaration of Independence on the 4th - the Declaration is a remarkable act of bravery, a humanity advancing statement of self-government & liberty, a vision of America broad enough that it become a rallying cry for the generations that followed in advancing the American promise among all her people — Happy 250th to all Americans, may freedom forever reign, may we be the city on the hill

[Jeffrey Usman @Prawfish]

Very much looking forward to seeing Young Washington — planning on over the next few days watching some other 4th of July favorites — John Adams episode 2, The Patriot, 1776, Hamilton, and of course Independence Day — any other recommendations?

[Jeffrey Usman @Prawfish]

This is terrific — definitely worth a listen

[Tara LaRosa @TaraLaRosa]

Greatest new song to come out of the World Cup! ⚽️❤️🇺🇸 Welcome To The Land Of The Free!🇺🇸❤️⚽️

[Jeffrey Usman @Prawfish]

Thoroughly enjoyed discussing separation of powers with @NashSchoolOfLaw's Dean Koch, a giant of the TN judiciary, as part of celebrating America's 250 anniversary -- wonderful job hosting by Nick Morgan of @TNCourts -- the program can be found at https://t.co/88XWHA9lnl

[Jeffrey Usman @Prawfish]

Sorry to hear of the passing of American historian Gordon Wood — history provides such an important perspective, helping to avoid getting lost in the present — a country that knows its history knows what it has been & sees what it can be — Wood helped tell this amazing country’s story.

[Jeffrey Usman @Prawfish]

Congratulations to the Schramkowskis — @AlexSchramTN & Celeste — an absolutely beautiful wedding — @ProfLadyUsman & I loved the incorporation of your shared love of @starwars — may you have a lifetime of joy and happiness