Let Justice Be Done is a story portraying the life of an outstanding self made man who was dedicated to the principals of justice and fairness. It encompasses his life from a young lad in Cobb County, Georgia, who, with only an eighth-grade education was successful in every endeavor he pursued. At age twenty one he served as a court recorder for a Superior Court , private practice for eleven years, Superior Court Judge of the Blue Ridge Judicial Circuit for eighteen years and rose to the highest judicial position in the state; a seat on the Supreme Court of Georgia.                    
      It also covers in some detail several of his important trials that created national attention. The Peek murders investigation and trials, reviewed in some detail are examples of a story that created national attention in the 1930s and was featured on Big Story. A radio program similar to Gang Busters of the same period. One chapter is devoted to the double murders said to be better than a dime novel.
      It was fortunate for me to have had the opportunity to spend time with the Judge and to listen to his wisdom and wit; both are frequently  demonstrated in  this book. It was especially joyful experience to observe the twinkle in his eyes, his gentleness, his courage, his fidelity, and his unbridled love for his family. 
      Judge Hawkins showed his Christian loyalty on the bench and in every facet of his life. As you will see none of these qualities diminished his ability and determination to fearlessly make  decisions that fairly and justly complied with the laws and the Constitution, to bring equal justice to all who came before him. An associate said that Judge Hawkins obvious concern and consideration for any defendant would have moved a heart of stone.In the story you will see that great love and admiration of him is expressed in letters, news paper articles and many other kind and thoughtful ways. 
       Learned dignitaries marvel at the extent of his success as an attorney, public servant and the depth of his natural abilities. The above
qualities and characteristics are the criteria by which we judge a man’s greatness.

         September 2008