Neighborhood Defender Service – Detroit

Neighborhood Defender Service Detroit is part of a national network founded to increase access to public defenders. The Detroit office provides wraparound legal services for individuals facing criminal litigation in Wayne County, Michigan. The organization includes a dedicate team of investigators, attorneys and social workers to ensure that clients receive all the necessary support throughout the legal process. Investigators work to identify and process any evidence related to a client's case before any plea is entered, while social workers offer psychological support and counseling services to assist with the trauma associated with justice involvement. Additionally, Neighborhood Defender Service Detroit utilizes advocates who identify alternatives to incarceration for individuals facing nonviolent drug crimes or charges related to mental health crisis. The goal of the organization is to offer services from pre-arrest through criminal trial to ensure that all individuals receive quality legal representation and a fair chance at justice in the American court system.