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Legal ServicesNew York, United States51-200 Employees
New York County Defender Services is a public defender office serving Manhattan, providing legal representation to people accused of crimes. Founded in 1997, it has grown from a small team into a sizable organization with a broad range of trial-focused capabilities and a strong emphasis on ongoing training. Over its history, it has represented more than 300,000 clients in Manhattan's Criminal and Supreme Courts. Its defense team combines experienced trial lawyers with social workers, investigators, paralegals, and support staff, and includes specialists in corrections, immigration, civil matters, and policy to safeguard clients' rights inside and outside the courtroom. The organization also maintains dedicated trial attorney specialists for Manhattan's problem-solving courts, including mental health, veterans' treatment, and integrated domestic violence courts. Clients in Manhattan rely on NYCDS to access resources and a rights-centered defense aimed at achieving the best possible outcomes.