The New York State Defenders Association maintains a list of Chief Defender Offices in New YorkState. It includes contact information for statewide and local public defenders, legal aid societies, and assigned counsel programs that provide criminal defense and related services for people unable to afford counsel. This list is periodically updated.
* Please note that Public defense lawyers and members of the public who need information or assistance may contact the Backup Center by phone at (518) 465-3524 or through our online Request Form.