Federal Public Defender for the Northern District of New York’s Syracuse Office

Federal Public Defenders for the Northern District of New York's Syracuse office is the main public defender's office for Northern New York. With one federal public defender, one first assistant federal public defender, and three panel attorneys on staff, they are authorized to provide legal representation to persons financially unable to retain counsel in federal criminal and related proceedings. Representation includes counsel and investigative, expert, and other services. Federal Public Defenders for the Northern District of New York's Syracuse office handles a wide range of cases including felonies, misdemeanors, appeals, and non-capital habeas matters. All services are provided to the client free of charge, whether they are represented by a full time defender, or a Criminal Justice Act Attorney. The office's website also provides a wealth of links and relevant resources for clients, including local correctional facility and court addresses, relevant legal publications, news, and more. For more information on the services provided by the Federal Defender for the Northern District of New York's Syracuse office, please contact them directly.