A local attorney will be running for the Republican nomination for Shelby County Circuit Court Judge. Dennis Atteberry has announced his candidacy for the position.

Atteberry says running for the judge position is the next step he’s looking to take in his law career.

Atteberry is married with three children. He says he has worked with members of the community in many ways other than just practicing law.

Atteberry says the values and work ethic he holds dear make him the best candidate for Shelby County Circuit Court Judge.

Atteberry has held a seat on the Taylorville School Board. It is anticipated that he will resign from the school board as he relocates to Shelby County to run for the judgeship. The seat was previously held by Judge Alan Bennett, who passed away in late November.