For Fulton County residents, justice is indeed served, thanks to the Magistrate Court of Fulton County, often called the “People’s Court,” with resourceful initiatives that aim to “inform, engage, and empower” its community.
One of the court’s key programs is its R.E.A.C.H. Clinic (Rapid Education Assistance Court Help Clinic), a free self-help legal navigation service staffed with senior attorneys who provide legal guidance on the next steps in magistrate court cases. Available for assistance in person, by phone, or by email, the clinic performed an astounding 3,000 services in 2024, proving the court’s dedication to serving its citizens. In conjunction with the R.E.A.C.H. Clinic, the Court partners with Fulton County Libraries to host “Magistrate 101.” As Judge Cassandra Kirk says, this program is another opportunity to “walk our court into the community,” as it brings resources and legal knowledge directly into the community to help residents handle their cases.
The Magistrate Court of Fulton County is also committed to the younger citizens of its community, hosting an immersive experience called “Bang the Gavel Day” with middle and high school students. This lunch-and-learn series allows students to observe civil and criminal cases and participate in a mock trial. Over the past 3 years, 300 students have been able to participate, with one young student visiting from the Department of Juvenile Justice making his judgment call for a future in law.
As the Magistrate Court of Fulton County celebrates 10 years in 2025, it remains dedicated to the Fulton community through these engaging programs. From offering internships and externships to students from high school to college and even a chatbot service named Maggie available 24/7, the Magistrate Court of Fulton County proves beyond a reasonable doubt that they remain fully committed to making justice accessible.
Judge Cassandra Kirk says, this program is another opportunity to “walk our court into the community.”