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Aurora City Council’s Continued Effort to Disband the Public Defender Office w/Elizabeth Cadiz

For the last episode of the year, we are returning to the Aurora Municipal Office to unpack the ongoing effort by the Aurora City Council to disband the Public Defender Office. This time, Hunter is joined by the new Chief […]

Between 46%-99% of Colorado Public Defenders are Overworked. Why is the State Waiting Two Years for Workload Standards w/James Hardy and Kayleigh TenBarge

Today, Hunter is by two Colorado State Public Defenders, James Hardy and Kayleigh TenBarge. When this episode was first recorded, James, Kayleigh, and Hunter were primarily focused on a piece of legislation that the Defenders Union of Colorado attempted and […]

Defending those that Protested Against Police Brutality and the Killing of Elijah McClain w/Amelia Power

Today, Hunter is joined by criminal defense attorney and former public defender Amelia Power to discuss her role in defending those who protested the killing of Elijah McClain. As is so often the case, those who used their 1st Amendment […]

Deputy State Public Defender

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Doug Wilson

We mourn the loss of Douglas Wilson, a well-respected figure in the field of public defense whose recent passing marks the end of an era. Doug’s dedication to justice was unparalleled. His role as a founding member of the National […]

Executive Director, The Office of the Alternate Defense Counsel

General Statement of DutiesThe Executive Director leads the agency’s mission to champion justice, dignity, and equity for the accused, ensuring exceptional representation and driving systemic change. This role oversees a dedicated team of staff and contractors, promoting collaboration to provide […]

Greater Colorado Social Work Fellowship Opportunity

Are you interested in living and working in a greater Colorado town? Are you interested in starting your own business to improve access to justice for people outside of the major metropolitan areas? If you are passionate about advocating for […]

HOLISTIC DEFENSE COORDINATOR

The OADC has long recognized that a pool of diverse, dedicated, passionate, and excellent legal teams throughout the entire state of Colorado is essential to the mission of our Agency. The Holistic Defense Coordinator is a new position created to […]

Immigration Specialist Attorney

Full position details are found here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/4613813/immigration-specialist-attorney Truncated Version of Job Description: Completes individualized client advisements for non-citizen public defender clients using up-to-date research methods and best practice standards in a timely manner. Provides immigration law support to attorneys through […]

Inclusivity Attorney Fellowship Opportunity

Do you identify as a member of the Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) community? Are you interested in starting your own criminal defense law office, business, or nonprofit after completing the Fellowship? Do you believe that holistic, team-oriented […]

Inclusivity Social Work Fellowship Opportunity

Do you identify as a member of the Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) community? Are you interested in establishing a private practice focused on criminal defense social work after completing an employee-based fellowship? If you are passionate about […]

Letter to Aurora, CO, City Council

“By giving the City Manager the power to hire and fire the Chief Public Defender and his/her assistants, we believe the city would be acting is in direct conflict with the advice of the United States Supreme Court, and nationally […]

Letter to Colorado Springs Gazette

The recent editorial “Public defenders aren’t social workers” presents a limited view of the role of public defenders and their impact on our legal system and society. Fiscal responsibility is crucial, but understanding the broader implications of public defense is […]