The Defender Association of Philadelphia is more than just a law firm. We’re the community’s lawyers.
The Defender team – more than 500 attorneys, social workers, investigators, administrators, and other staff – makes sure that everyone, regardless of income, has access to high-quality defense when facing criminal charges. Our mission-driven, client-centered model focuses on outcomes that support a fundamentally fair system that creates safer, stronger communities. Our unique model and approach give our attorneys and staff the skills and support they need to get the best outcomes for our clients. Many former Defenders go on to serve as judges, state and federal officials, and successful private practitioners.
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Since 1934, we have believed that poverty shouldn’t prevent access to justice. Everyone, regardless of income, deserves the highest quality legal counsel.
ICYMI: click the link in our bio to read the @phillyinquirer story on PA’s historic investment in #public defense:
“[#Phillydefenders is] of the better-funded — albeit still underfunded — public defender offices in Pennsylvania. Without the funding we receive from the city, our office wouldn’t be able to provide our clients with the high-quality legal representation the constitution requires,” said @khudson_phillydefender.
www.inquirer.com/news/philadelphia/pennsylvania-public-defender-office-funding-20240314.html
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“For our justice system to work efficiently, we can’t only fund the law enforcement, prosecution and punitive elements.”
-Keisha Hudson, Chief Defender-
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Next to last in the nation: PA finally provides funding for indigent defense
Appropriating $7.5 million, and a promise of $2.5 million more in the next budget, PA now funds indigent defense. Only South Dakota does not provide statewide funding for indigent public defense,0 CommentsComment on Facebook
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March 18: Virtual Press Conference
On Gideon Day, public defense chiefs from across the U.S. will hold a virtual press briefing to challenge misleading narratives about crime.
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ICYMI: Read the @phillyinquirer story on PA’s historic investment in #public defense:
https://www.inquirer.com/news/philadelphia/pennsylvania-public-defender-office-funding-20240314.html