Orleans Public Defenders

The mission of the Orleans Public Defenders (OPD) aims to fight for our clients by providing excellent client-centered representation, reforming the system and partnering with the community. OPD provides holistic, community-based representation in New Orleans, representing thousands of people each year utilizing a client-centered defense model that puts the client first and takes a 360 degree approach to our advocacy and representation. We recognize our clients are unique individuals and work to address their needs both in the court and out. Our diverse staff includes adult and juvenile attorneys; social workers; client, youth and parent advocates; investigators, and administrators all working together for equal justice for our clients, their families, our community, and a better New Orleans. In short, we protect innocence, defend the constitution, demand justice, and hold power accountable.