For over twenty years, Judge Mablean has brought a wealth of legal and sensible knowledge to television courtrooms. Dispensing her now familiar brand of justice with her no-nonsense, straight talk and and sense of humor, Judge Mablean currently serves as the Presiding Judge on her self-titled television show, JUSTICE WITH JUDGE MABLEAN. In its 8th eighth season, the show is produced by Byron Allen's Entertainment Studios (ES). JUSTICE WITH JUDGE MABLEAN airs in broadcast syndication, Monday through Friday, in all major U.S. media markets, Canada South Africa, Jamaica, Australia, and the Bahamas, covering a range of real life issues with real legal solutions. It can also be seen nationwide on Byron Allen's channel, Justice Central and on other local cable television stations. Check your local listings for time and channel.
Judge Mablean began her television career as the ceiling breaking judge of Fox TV's ''Divorce Court'' in 1999, presiding for seven (7) seasons. During this time, she also gained notoriety for her roles in Tyler Perry's ''Diary of a Mad Black Woman'', ''Madea's Family Reunion'' and ''Madea Goes to Jail''. She also appeared on Celebrity Fit Club and other television guest appearances. After Divorce Court, she was able to focus her efforts on her non-profit that she founded, MABLEAN EPHRIAM FOUNDATION, whose mission is to strengthen families, educate young minds and financially empower the residents of the impoverished communities of Los Angeles County. MEF mentors students at several schools in Los Angeles, that include her alma mater, Thomas Jefferson High School . The Foundation provides both academic and cultural enrichment programs and offers college scholarships to graduating seniors in the communities served. MEF continues its college scholarships for the students up to four years.
In addition, she presents her signature award show, Honoring and paying tribute to fathers from the same communities, known as Honoring Unsung Fathers (HUF). The event has been held each year since 2004, on Father's Day, featuring a brunch, the best in entertainment and awards presented by celebrity guests. Mark your calendars to attend Father's Day, June 18, 2023.
She is most grateful that her time off Divorce Court allowed her to care for her mother, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, until her death in February, 2010.
Judge Mablean began her law career in 1978. She served as a prosecuting attorney for the City of Los Angeles and in her own private practice focusing on family law and criminal defense.
Judge Mablean has traveled extensively as a much sought after public speaker. She uses her voice to serve the community at large. She has written and published two books, 'Judge Mab lean's Life Lessons: 52 Tools for Weekly Living'' and ''Look Deep Before You Leap: Heed the Red flag Warnings to Avoid Unhealthy Relationships''. Both books ae available on her web site: Judgemablean.com and on Amazon.com. ''Look Deep'' is also available as an audiobook on Amazon.com.
Judge Mablean attributes her success to God, her parents, family and close friends, her faith, religion and trust in God, keeps this mother of four, grandmother of ten, great-grandmother of one, Auntie to many, meek and humble.
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