Richmond Public Defenders

Fighting for You.

meet the team

About Us

Our community of committed, inspired lawyers litigate aggressively and advocate for our clients at every opportunity. We understand the importance of giving our clients respect and compassion during the most trying time of their lives.

Client and Attorney

Resources

We know many of our clients have social support needs that contributed to their legal issues. We work to identify what needs they have and to locate service providers to work with them to address their specific issues.

the defense never rests

Jobs & Internships

Criminal defense is about defending civil and human rights. We need imaginative, motivated people, filled with compassion, skill and commitment. If you possess these qualities, the work and the client community both need you.

Maps & Directions

Public Defender's Office

Our offices are located on the 6th floor.

Address: 701 E Franklin St # 600, Richmond, VA 23219

Oliver Hill Courthouse

Juvenile & Domestic Relations

Address: 1600 Oliver Hill Way, Richmond, VA 23219

John Marshall Courthouse

General District Courts (2nd floor) and Circuit Courts (3rd floor)

Address: 400 N 9th St, Richmond, VA 23219

Richmond-Marsh/Manchester Courthouse

Address: 920 Hull St, Richmond, VA 23224

Dedicated to protecting and defending the rights and dignity of our clients through zealous, compassionate, high quality legal advocacy.