Smart, savvy and opinionated, the irrepressible Judge Judith Sheindlin continues to hold court as presiding judge on JUDGE JUDY, the highest-rated daily, half-hour, nationally syndicated reality courtroom series. Having made a name for herself as a tough but fair judge in New York’s Family Court, Sheindlin retired from the bench in 1996 to bring her trademark wit and wisdom to the widely successful series that takes viewers inside a television courtroom where justice is dispensed at lightning speed.
Judge Marilyn Milian brings her style of justice to The People’s Court. She is the first Latina Judge to host a nationally syndicated court program and is proud of her Cuban heritage. She received an undergraduate degree from University of Miami and attended Georgetown Law School. Milian was appointed to State Attorney for Dade County Florida, then was appointed to the County Court in Florida, then the Miami County Court Domestic Violence Court Criminal and Civil Division.
A former prosecutor with an outstanding record of success. Nancy’s life changed forever in 1979, when her then-fiancé was shot and killed. In the aftermath of that crime, Nancy turned her focus to justice, thus launching her passionate crusade for victim’s rights. Nancy donated her time and helped staff the hotline at an Atlanta battered women's center for 10 years. Nancy Grace came to television from the Atlanta Fulton County District Attorney's Office. Nancy has been honored many times for her work in the law, and on behalf of victims. Since her marriage and the birth of her twins, Nancy says, “I feel even more passionate about fighting for victims.”
With over twenty years of experience behind her in the practice of law, Lynn Toler brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the bench of Divorce Court, the half-hour, relationship-oriented courtroom show. A television classic revived for the 90's and beyond, Divorce Court features real people, real conflicts and powerful human drama in a compelling true-life courtroom setting where litigants abide by Toler’s legally-binding decisions. Toler earned an undergraduate degree in English and American Literature from Harvard (1981) and a Juris Doctorate from the University of Pennsylvania Law School in 1984.
Justice takes on a whole new meaning when it comes to the dynamic, tough-talking, no-holds-barred JUDGE JOE BROWN. Brown, who rose from the streets of South Central Los Angeles, applies his trademark “tough love” approach and unorthodox sentencing methods to encourage offenders to learn from their mistakes - or he will make them pay the price for their actions. Judge Joe Brown’s passion for justice and his commitment to finding real solutions has enabled him to truly make a difference in people’s lives.
A former police officer, trial attorney and criminal court judge, it’s no surprise that Judge Alex Ferrer has seen it all! With more than 20 years of experience, Judge Alex Ferrer is respected by his peers, extremely knowledgeable of the law, and well-equipped to handle highly charged cases in a fair and insightful manner. Judge Alex will take control of his court room by delivering a straight forward, decisive and tough brand of justice. From patrolling the streets, to controlling the courtroom, Judge Alex is bringing his real-life brand of law and order to television.
Greg Mathis was a high school drop out and gang member who was in and out of jail. He went on to become the youngest judge in Michigan’s history. He then was elected a Superior Court Judge for Michigan’s 36th district. Mathis wrote a book about his experiences called “Inner City Miracle” published in 2002. He is committed to social change, economic growth and education, literacy, youth advocacy, labor rights, and empowerment.
Jeanine Pirro is a highly respected former District Attorney and county judge, elected
politician, sought-after legal commentator, author, champion of women’s rights, and
mother of two. She now brings her many years of professional and life experience to the
daytime television court genre. Recently, Pirro has been a guest commentator on FOX News, and she has made numerous appearances as a legal analyst on CNN and on such shows as “Today,”“Good Morning America, “The Early Show, “60 Minutes.” As a constant presence in thecourtroom, politics, and television, Pirro now brings her considerable life experience andno-nonsense yet compassionate voice to her viewers each day.
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