Public Defender Service for the District of Columbia
Legal ServicesDistrict of Columbia, United States501-1000 Employees
The Public Defender Service for the District of Columbia is a legal services nonprofit based in Washington, DC. It provides and promotes high-quality legal representation for indigent adults and children facing a loss of liberty, supporting a fair administration of justice in the district. The organization has operated for more than 65 years and is widely recognized for its advocacy and quality representation. It is noted for meeting the standards outlined in the American Bar Association's Ten Principles of a Public Defense Delivery System. Within the District of Columbia, PDS operates as a defender-oriented nonprofit within the legal services field, recognized by judges, prosecutors, and public defender communities for its work. It employs a sizable staff to support its programs, services, and opportunities, including internships and legal clerkships.