Speaking & Media

Teri brings a layered perspective shaped by courtrooms, classrooms, publishing, public service, and years of listening to the stories behind the headlines.

Teri Lee Thompson speaking about Before the Gavel Falls

Teri Lee Thompson addressing an audience beside her new book

Bring a candid, experienced voice to the conversation.

Confidence as the foundation of leadership
From courtroom intervention to early intervention
Representation, identity, and self-esteem in children’s literature
Helping girls find their voice and take up space
Justice, redemption, and the stories society overlooks

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From the courtroom to the public conversation.

Selected television appearances discussing complex criminal proceedings and questions shaping public understanding of justice.

Teri Thompson appearing on Court TV during coverage of the Knoxville murder trial — Court TV · Knoxville trial coverage

Teri Thompson appearing on Court TV during State v. Colucci coverage — Court TV · State v. Colucci

Teri Thompson appearing on Court TV during California v. Winslow coverage — Court TV · California v. Winslow II

Writing, interviews, and profiles.

Feature · The Industry TimesRaising the Bar: The Life-Changing Work of Attorney Teri Lee Thompson Profile · Influential WomenTeri Lee Thompson — Associate Judge, Author, Adjunct Professor Podcast · RISE Urban NationRadical Self Love: Empowering Black Youth for Success Essay · Canopy ForumIf God is a God of Redemption, Should Government Get in the Way?Interview · VoyageATLDaily Inspiration: Meet Teri Thompson Legal Guide · Avvo Legal GuidesNavigating Probation Revocation Hearings in Georgia