Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School is proud to announce that Judge Glenda Hatchett will serve as the commencement speaker for the 2025 graduation ceremony on May 17th. With a career that spans law, television, and corporate leadership, Judge Hatchett has made remarkable contributions to the legal profession and is a trailblazer in every sense of the word. Her groundbreaking initiatives in juvenile reform, her prestigious tenure as Georgia’s first Black Chief Judge of a State Court, and her distinguished leadership in both the public and private sectors have earned her national recognition.
Judge Hatchett’s accomplishments include presiding over Fulton County’s Juvenile Court, receiving the United States Justice Department’s Roscoe Pound Award for Criminal Justice Reform, and serving on the boards of several Fortune 500 companies, including HCA, The Gap Inc., and ServiceMaster Company. She is also known for her work as a motivational speaker, author, and television personality, including her two-time Emmy-nominated syndicated show, Judge Hatchett. With a career spanning over 40 years, Judge Hatchett’s dedication to justice, leadership, and community service has inspired countless individuals across the nation.
“I’m honored to deliver the commencement address because we are celebrating a new generation of young lawyers joining our honorable profession,” said Judge Hatchett.
Her words are sure to resonate deeply with the graduating class as they begin their careers in the legal field.
AJMLS is thrilled to have Judge Hatchett as our commencement speaker, and we look forward to the inspiring message she will share with our graduates, their families, and the AJMLS community.