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Judge Leonia Lloyd: Founder of Twins of Justice and Award-Winning Author
This is MY Judge
Our Voices Matter Podcast with Linda Lorelle and Judge Leonia Lloyd
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December 2020
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Judge Leonia Lloyd and Elizabeth Atkins Interview
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Interview with Blake Benberry
Twins for Justice
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Detroit Public TV
American Black Journal Clip interviews Judge Leonia Lloyd
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John Winston Podcast
John Darryl Winston interviews, author, Judge Leonia J. Lloyd
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1pKkqaGN4CE
The Reading Circle
Judge Leonia Lloyd Appears on The Reading Circle with Marc Medley
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Erica Lynn Speaks Podcast
Let’s Move Forward In Your Purpose w/Judge Leonia Lloyd on Erica Lynn Speaks podcast
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Literary World of Sylvia Hubbard/Motown Writers
Detroit Judge Lloyd still serving justice to our souls with her book
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8m8vULT1gFs
Our Voices Matter Podcast
Linda Lorelle and Judge Leonia Llyod have aA conversation about finding your path to greatness
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IO_-G0gXHVQ
Plan B Success
Judge Leonia Lloyd discusses with Justice with Rajeev Mudumba
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Judge Pens Memoir Celebrating Powerful Legacy of “Twins for Justice” Who Helped Transform Lives of Drug Addicts, Those Who Practice the Act of Prostitution and Other Crimes
Detroit Disrupter Judge Leonia Lloyd Wields a ‘Diamond Gavel’ for Change
NEW BOOK ALERT: Retired Detroit Judge Leonia J. Lloyd’s ‘Your Honor, Your Honor’ book steadily generating a slew of favorable reviews
Crown Holder Evening with Judge J. Leonia Lloyd
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Following her gifts and talents, Leonia found the meaning to her life by helping others when she became a teacher, lawyer, judge and motivational speaker while holding on to her core values of respect, humanity and justice in the face of racism and sexism. Laying the necessary groundwork, she earned her Bachelor of Science Degree and a Juris Doctorate at Wayne State University. Determined to help the disenfranchised as well as unknown musical artists, Leonia and her twin sister set up their own law firm. Helping unknown artists reach for the moon, they acquired and negotiated multimillion dollar recording contracts that resulted in their artist earning gold and platinum records.
Creating a difference in the world compelled Leonia to run for elected office against ten incumbents and win. Elevating the lives of those who appeared before her was her goal as a Drug Treatment Court Judge. Acting as a catalyst in the judicial system she helped implement the second Veteran’s Treatment Court in Michigan. Presiding over both innovative courts helped transform persons with severe addictions to alcohol/drugs to become productive citizens.
Serving on the board of the Michigan Southeastern Veterans Stand Down, she brought the court to Homeless Veterans to help them remove legal baggage, so they were free to live powerful lives. Assisting law students that needed financial aid, she endowed the Wayne State University Twins for Justice Scholarship fund.
Touching and changing the lives of many in her community has earned her numerous awards. Proudly authoring a powerful debut memoir, “Your Honor, Your Honor”, that garnered several literary awards in the United States, England and Canada.
Visit her at www.judgeleonia.com , LinkedIn at Judge Leonia Lloyd and her YouTube channel Judge Leonia Lloyd
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Interview Questions for
Judge Leonia Lloyd
General
- What motivated you to write your memoir?
- Is this your first published book?
- Where did the title of your book originate?
- Since it is a memoir, do you feel you have been writing it all along or did you only recently write down all your memories into a book format?
Career
- How did being part of the Black Student Union while in college shape your decision to pursue a law degree, and eventually, a career as a lawyer?
- Why did you want to be a judge when you already had a successful career as a lawyer?
- You presided over many cases involving minors. You state in your memoir, “As a judge, I felt I had to do something to motivate them.” Not all judges take on this responsibility. Why did you feel compelled to help these young people and take an interest in their lives?
- Despite racism and prejudice, both you and your sister persevered to have very successful careers in law. What would be your advice to other young men and women of color who are interested in pursuing a career in law?
Determination
- Not giving up is a powerful theme in your memoir. You and your sister were both very determined from a young age. In your memoir you say, “Quitting was not in our vocabulary.” Do you have any advice for those who are struggling right now and want to give up on their dreams?
- During your college years you were a part of the Black Student Union, and in your memoir you discuss a protest you were a part of. The end result of this protest was a positive one. Not all protests end positively. What would be your advice to those who feel defeated in the current political climate? Who maybe feel their voices aren’t being heard or being taken seriously?
- Your sister used to quote Mae West in saying, “You only have one life, but if you do it right, once is enough.” How did you propel this message into your courtroom to help defendants see their ultimate potential?
Resiliency
- How did working with a grief counselor help you mourn the loss of your sister?
- How did you cope with going back to work at the 36th District Court after her passing?
- How did working with a grief counselor influence your approach in the courtroom to help veterans and drug offenders?
Fairness
- In your memoir you mention the importance of fairness. How did your transformative years as a teenager and college student shape how you would handle the cases that would come through your courtroom?
- You state in your memoir that “the most important thing to the defendant is being heard.” As your career progressed, did it become difficult to maintain this level of fairness and not become jaded?
Family
- It’s very clear that you were very loved by your parents, and you and your sister loved your parents despite their faults. In your memoir you explain, “Life is not perfect, and your parents aren’t either because they are human.” This is a very reflective statement. Was it difficult for you and Leona to not be bitter regarding your father’s alcoholism and your mother’s battle with mental illness?
- What role did God play in allowing you to pardon and forgive your parents of their misgivings?
- You were obviously very close to your sister. In your memoir, you talk about how similar you two were. But, how were you different?
Music
- The influence of music on your life is mentioned throughout your memoir, especially your love for Motown music. Can you think of a song that captures the story of your life?
- While at the law firm you and your sister shared (Lloyd and Lloyd), you represented several musical artists. This had to feel like a dream come true for someone who loved music so much. Do you ever miss being a part of the industry?
- What is your favorite memory or story during this time period?