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Hon. Turquoise Haskin inducted as NY Civil Court judge

‘It’s an honor of a lifetime’

January 22, 2025 Wayne Daren Schneiderman
Approximately 200 spectators witnessed the induction of Turquoise Haskin.
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BEDFORD-STUYVESANT— Brooklyn native Hon. Turquoise Haskin, whose name recalls the ancient gem stone that was worn by pharaohs and Aztec kings, was formally inducted as a judge of the Civil Court of the City of New York the afternoon of Sunday, Jan. 12 at Cornerstone Baptist Church, located at 574 Madison Street, before a crowd of approximately 200 spectators. 

Chuck Schumer and Hon. Turquoise Haskin.
Chuck Schumer and Hon. Turquoise Haskin. Photo by Wayne Daren Schneiderman

Haskin has been a court attorney for more than 17 years and worked on the resolution and disposition of thousands of cases affecting every day New Yorkers. Notably, she has worked directly with her judge in dispensing justice on nearly 400 jury and bench trials in Kings County Civil and Supreme Courts. 

From left: Assemblyman Henry Butler (D-56); Councilmember Mercedes Narcisse (D-46); Assemblymember Shaquana Boykin (D-57); Jennifer Faucher, district leader and state committee member for the 41st Assembly District; and Assemblymember Nikki Lucas (D-60). Photo by Wayne Daren Schneiderman
From left: Assemblyman Henry Butler (D-56); Councilmember Mercedes Narcisse (D-46); Assemblymember Shaquana Boykin (D-57); Jennifer Faucher, district leader and state committee member for the 41st Assembly District; and Assemblymember Nikki Lucas (D-60). Photo by Wayne Daren Schneiderman

Haskin’s work as a past member of the Brooklyn Women’s Bar Association Board of Directors and editor-in-chief of its news publication represent some of her most esteemed accomplishments. The judge’s work in all of these areas for nearly two decades has endeared her to a broad and dedicated constituency of friends and fans.

From left: Jennifer Faucher, Mercedes Narcisse and Assemblymember and Democratic Party Chair Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn.
From left: Jennifer Faucher, Mercedes Narcisse and Assemblymember and Democratic Party Chair Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn. Photo by Wayne Daren Schneiderman

Haskin said her new role is “an honor of a lifetime,” and she told the Brooklyn Eagle, “I can’t wait to serve the people of Brooklyn in this capacity.” 

Frank Seddio greets Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer.
Frank Seddio greets Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer. Photo by Wayne Daren Schneiderman

Guest speakers included Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, who called Haskin, “a proud child of Brooklyn, who has spent her professional life protecting the people of the community she loves so much.” 

Chuck Schumer addressing the crowd.
Chuck Schumer addressing the crowd. Photo by Wayne Daren Schneiderman

“This is an incredible milestone for an already incredible legal career,” Schumer added. 

Assemblymember and Democratic Party Chair Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn, also in attendance, referred to Haskin as a champion for justice. “It is truly an honor to see [you] elevate,” she said. 

Several Kings County judges were also in attendance at the Jan. 12 induction.
Several Kings County judges were also in attendance at the Jan. 12 induction. Photo by Wayne Daren Schneiderman

Frank Seddio, retired Surrogate’s Court judge, former Brooklyn Bar Association president and past chair of the Kings County Democratic Party, addressed Haskin directly, telling her that she will be “one of the most spectacular judges we have on the bench.” 

Elected officials and guests gather around newly-minted Judge Turquoise Haskin (sixth from left).
Elected officials and guests gather around newly-minted Judge Turquoise Haskin (sixth from left). Photo by Wayne Daren Schneiderman

“You are a credit to the courts, a credit to the system we have, and you’ll be one of its brightest stars,” Seddio said.     

Hon. Turquoise Haskin speaks.
Hon. Turquoise Haskin speaks. Photo by Wayne Daren Schneiderman

Haskin earned her Bachelor’s Degree of Science in Marketing from New York University’s Stern School of Business and a Juris Doctor degree from the Emory University School of Law.  Her passion for the community is best illustrated through her mentorship of more than 40 students and volunteer work as a Small Claims Arbitrator and a Canarsie Lions member. 

Frank Seddio, retired Surrogate’s Court judge, former Brooklyn Bar Association president and past chair of the Kings County Democratic Party, speaks.
Frank Seddio, retired Surrogate’s Court judge, former Brooklyn Bar Association president and past chair of the Kings County Democratic Party, speaks. Photo by Wayne Daren Schneiderman

Haskin has also spearheaded several virtual legal clinics and presided as a Moot Court Judge for NYU law student oral arguments.

Justice Carolyn Wade swearing in Hon. Turquoise Haskin.
Justice Carolyn Wade swearing in Hon. Turquoise Haskin. Photo by Wayne Daren Schneiderman

Haskin has earned a reputation for her integrity, patience, temperament and effectiveness in identifying issues and resolving disputes between diverse parties.  In 2024, she was the recipient of the President’s Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of her service.

Pastor Lawrence Aker performs the “blessing of the robe.”
Pastor Lawrence Aker performs the “blessing of the robe.” Photo by Wayne Daren Schneiderman




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