Strengthening Defense Teams: NAPD’s Team Mitigation Institute

The National Association for Public Defense (NAPD) recently hosted their Team MitigationInstitute in Seattle, Washington. This intensive, multidisciplinary event brought together publicdefenders from across the country to hone their skills in developing and implementing effectivemitigation strategies for their clients. The […]

We the Defenders Detroit: WTD Recap Blog

In August 2024, Wayne State University School of Law in Detroit, Michigan, served as the gracious host of the NAPD’s annual “We the Defenders” conference. In the public defense community, it is normal for conferences to promote personal and professional […]

We the Defenders Detroit: Detroit is the phoenix born from the ashes anew

D-town was the perfect spot to hold this training.  Forget what you heard, Detroit is the phoenix born from the ashes anew.  There is a palpable hope that resonates through every business and resident here.  Detroit has become one of […]

We the Defenders Detroit: A Catalyst for Change in Public Defense

The recent NAPD We the Defenders Conference in Detroit was more than just a gathering; it was a revitalizing force for the public defense community. Bringing together 265 dedicated professionals, including investigators, mitigation specialists, social workers, paralegals, and other essential […]

NAPD Changemakers Forum Tackles Public Defense Challenges

The NAPD’s Changemakers Forum sparked innovation and collaboration in Salt Lake City, Utah. This creative event brought together a diverse group of public defense leaders for a dynamic exchange of ideas focused on tackling the most pressing challenges in the […]