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Home Client/Family Resources CJA News Community Resources Noon Brown Bag May 13, 2020 SEE ALL EVENTS MENTORSHIP PROGRAM TRAINING SERIES May 15, 2020 SEE ALL EVENTS Noon Brown Bag Jun 10, 2020 SEE ALL EVENTS MENTORSHIP PROGRAM TRAINING SERIES Jun 19, 2020 SEE ALL EVENTS Appellate Practice Half Day CLE Jul 15, 2020 SEE ALL EVENTS MENTORSHIP PROGRAM TRAINING SERIES Jul 17, 2020 SEE ALL EVENTS MENTORSHIP PROGRAM TRAINING SERIES Aug 21, 2020 SEE ALL EVENTS Mental Health CLE Sep 09, 2020 SEE ALL EVENTS MENTORSHIP PROGRAM TRAINING SERIES Sep 18, 2020 SEE ALL EVENTS Noon Brown Bag Oct 14, 2020 SEE ALL EVENTS MENTORSHIP PROGRAM TRAINING SERIES Oct 16, 2020 SEE ALL EVENTS Noon Brown Bag Nov 18, 2020 SEE ALL EVENTS MENTORSHIP PROGRAM TRAINING SERIES Nov 20, 2020 SEE ALL EVENTS Noon Brown Bag Dec 09, 2020 SEE ALL EVENTS MENTORSHIP PROGRAM TRAINING SERIES Dec 18, 2020 SEE ALL EVENTS " I would like to start by saying how truly blessed I am to have met all of you. I am truly grateful for the DREAM program. It has transformed my life on a level that I never thought was possible. When I started the program, you saw something in me that I did not see in myself at the time. It’s kind of funny when I look back on the past few years and reflect on my experiences while in DREAM. My court case was a blessing in disguise. There is not a day that goes by where I do not think of you... READ MORE " - DREAM graduate, September 2017 " You and your team at the Federal Public Defender have performed far above and beyond the call of duty. READ MORE " - Client, September 2012 " Giving earnest thanks is daunting. One hopes the words chosen conveys all the sincerity. When I was arrested in the summer of 2015, I was thrust into a black hole and spiraled ever downward. My active mind went dormant and my existence became meaningless. Self-loathing, self-pity, and self-destruction became the order of business. Then something remarkable happened; I became your client. Because of you, I gained a safe haven, a voice, a coat of armor, and hope. Right from the start, you re-... READ MORE " - Client, March 2017 " The work you did for me shows you really care and that the defense team has a heart and this is not just a job. READ MORE " - Client, March 2018 " You all went above and beyond when working on my case. It is nice to see these days. READ MORE " - Client, June 2017 " To my attorney: Thank you again for your hard work and working extra hard to ensure our success. READ MORE " - Client and family, 2018 " Attorney- A special thank you for all your help over the years. I know it’s your job, but it’s my life- and I feel you went above and beyond and I just want to express my appreciation. READ MORE " - Client, 2017 " Dear my attorney- I am writing this letter to you to express my most sincere thanks for the most professional representation. You have stuck by me through the years in dealing with this very stressful case. I admire your composure, work ethic and most of all excellent representation. I feel I have won my life back because of you despite the circumstances. G.K. Chesterton once said, ’I would maintain that thanks are the highest form of though, and that gratitude is happiness doubled by wonder... READ MORE " - Client, October 2011 " Attorney- Thank you for all your efforts in my husband’s case and assisting me during this time. It was a pleasure meeting you and thank you for being so nice to our family. Good luck with all your cases. Take care. READ MORE " - Client’s wife, 2010 " My internship at the FPD allowed me, as an undergraduate, to step into the legal field. It gave me the access to trial preparations, hands on legal work experience, field work, organization of cases, and client representation practice. Overall, the internship allowed me to work with a wonderful staff and begin to think like a federal public defender. I am certain, upon reflection, that this internship has made me more compassionate, patient, understanding and an educated citizen. I cannot... READ MORE " - Undergrad intern, May 2018 " Hi Attorney- We just wanted to thank you, not only for your hard work, but for believing in your client. I believe if the justice system had more attorneys like you, there would be more success stories to talk about. TK is doing great and I believe he will continue to do so- you made it possible for him to stay on the right path and make something of himself that he can be proud of. You helped our family stay together and for that- we thank you. You’re a great attorney and a compassionate... READ MORE " - Client and Family, June 2018 " Dear Defender: For about 18 months, I have been respresented by an attorney at your office, as well as by two paralegals. I want to advise you about my dealings with the two paralegals- both have, at every opportunity, gone completely off the charts to assist me with any and all issues I have faced while in the custody of the BOP. I have never seen or dealt with anyone that could compare to these two individuals, and I hope you fully appreciate what a true treasure these team members of... READ MORE " - Client, August 2018 " I highly recommend spending a summer at the Federal Public Defender. The attorneys are fantastic to work with and give legal interns interesting and substantive assignments. During my summer, I worked closely with two attorneys on an appeal challenging a denial of pretrial release for an undocumented client charged with an immigration-related offense. I also worked on a variety of motions and memos on evidence suppression, sentencing, pretrial detention, restitution, federal habeas petitions... READ MORE " - Legal Extern, Summer 2018 " Thank you so much for going above and beyond! I am extremely grateful for all of your help and bearing with me through everything! READ MORE " - Client, October 2018 " Dear Attorney- I write today to express my gratitude for your help- thank you. I can only hope your reflections of me can be seen by others. I truly appreciate that you take the time to talk to me. READ MORE " - Client, August 2018 " Greetings Defender, I humbly and respectfully forward this correspondence, extending my appreciation and gratitude to my attorney. My attorney has been very informative, knowledgable, professional and forward thinking. Although there has been times where our ideals, approach and views were not in accordance, my attorney has always sought to provide me with the best information and full understanding of the law, federal rules of appellate procedure and the standard set forth by way of the... READ MORE " - Client, October 2018 " Hello Sir- Just wanted to say thank you for your services and hard work! I greatly appreciate it. You got me a good deal and saved me a ton of money that I didn’t have. I am forever grateful. Thank you again and many blessings your way. READ MORE " - Client, September 2018 " I just wanted to thank my attorney for all the support. I am very grateful. I am very blessed for having her as my attorney and thank you very much for everything. God bless you. READ MORE " - Client, March 2019 " Everyone wants to thank me, but I tell them that...