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Glenda Hatchett
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| Born | May 31, 1951 Atlanta, Georgia |
| Residences | Atlanta, Georgia |
| Education | Mount Holyoke College (BA) Emory University (JD) |
| Occupation | Judge and Attorney |
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Glenda A. Hatchett, born on May 31, 1951, is famous as Judge Hatchett. She is an American lawyer, judge, and TV personality. She starred in the TV show Judge Hatchett. She also leads her own law firm, The Hatchett Firm.
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Early Life and Education
Glenda Hatchett was born in Atlanta, Georgia. She went to Mount Holyoke College. In 1973, she earned her bachelor's degree in political science. The college later honored her in 2000. After that, she studied law at Emory University School of Law. She received her law degree in 1977.
Judge Hatchett's Career Journey
After law school, Glenda Hatchett worked for a federal court. Then, she joined Delta Air Lines. At Delta, she became the highest-ranking woman of color globally. She worked as a senior attorney. She also managed public relations for the airline. Her job included handling media and crises around the world. Ebony Magazine recognized her in 1990. They named her one of the "100 Best and Brightest Black Women in Corporate America." Emory University also gave her the Emory Medal. This is the highest award for an alum.
Becoming a Judge
In 1990, Hatchett decided to leave Delta Air Lines. She became the Chief Presiding Judge. This was for the Fulton County Juvenile Court in Georgia. With this role, she made history. She became Georgia's first African-American Chief Presiding Judge of a state court. She led one of the largest juvenile court systems in the country.
Television and Books
In 2000, Judge Hatchett started a TV show. It was called Judge Hatchett. The show ran for eight seasons. It is still shown today on WeTV. The show was even nominated for two Emmy awards.
She also became a successful author. In 2004, she wrote "Say What You Mean, Mean What You Say." This book became a national bestseller. In 2010, she released "Dare to Take Charge." This book also became a #1 national bestseller.
Current Work and Public Speaking
Since 2004, Judge Hatchett has been on the board of the Atlanta Falcons Football Organization. She also helps with other groups. These include Play Pumps International and the Boys and Girls Clubs of America.
In 2014, she returned to Atlanta. She started her own law firm. It is called The Hatchett Firm, PC. Her firm helps people with serious personal injuries. They also handle medical mistakes and group lawsuits.
Besides her law work, Judge Hatchett is a motivational speaker. She gives speeches across the United States. In 2013, she spoke at a big conference. Hillary Clinton also spoke at the same event. Judge Hatchett is the only speaker invited back more than once. In 2015, she gave a special lecture. It honored the first African-American students at the University of Georgia.
Judge Hatchett often appears on TV as a legal expert. She has been on CNN many times. She has also appeared on shows like The View and Jimmy Kimmel Live!. In 2015, she announced a new TV show. It is called "The Verdict with Judge Hatchett." In 2016, her law firm represented the family of Philando Castile.
Personal Life
Judge Hatchett lives in Atlanta, Georgia. She has two sons. Through a DNA test, she learned about her family history. Her ancestors came from the Yoruba and Hausa people of Nigeria.
Books by Judge Hatchett
- Say What You Mean and Mean What You Say! 7 Simple Strategies to Help Our Children Along the Path to Purpose and Possibility (2003)
- Dare to Take Charge: How to Live Your Life on Purpose (2010)
