Richmond Public Defenders
Fighting for You.
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.
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.
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.
Oliver Hill Courthouse
Juvenile & Domestic Relations
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
Circuit Court
Dedicated to protecting and defending the rights and dignity of our clients through zealous, compassionate, high quality legal advocacy.