Welcome to the Public Defender Service for the District of Columbia (PDS), your trusted source for quality legal representation for indigent adults and children in the D. C. Our mission is to provide and promote exceptional advocacy for those facing a loss of liberty.

At PDS, we offer a range of legal services divisions, including the Trial Division, Appellate Division, Special Litigation Division, Parole Division, Mental Health Division, Civil Legal Services Division, and Community Defender Division. Each division is staffed by experienced professionals dedicated to ensuring the rights and well-being of our clients. In addition to our legal services, we provide comprehensive support through our legal support services divisions, which include the Investigations Division, Office of Rehabilitation and Development, Defender Services Office, and Administrative and Technical Support.

Since our establishment over 60 years ago, PDS has been at the forefront of exceptional advocacy and quality legal representation. We have received numerous awards and recognition for our outstanding work. Visit our website to learn more about PDS, our leadership, upcoming events, and our historical timeline.

We are here to help you, so please feel free to reach out to us for assistance. Contact us today for exceptional legal representation and support