Defender Association of Philadelphia Employee Directory
Law PracticePennsylvania, United States501-1000 Employees
The Defender Association of Philadelphia operates as a nonprofit law firm delivering legal representation to adults and juveniles in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, along with access to social services and reentry support. Its work includes advocacy and community collaboration aimed at improving outcomes for vulnerable populations, while upholding constitutional rights and promoting a fair justice system. The organization uses an integrated defense approach that brings together lawyers, social service advocates, mitigation specialists, and other staff to develop coordinated, client-centered strategies. This model seeks to ensure clients understand the legal process, obtain necessary support, and are treated with dignity and respect at a pivotal moment, presenting the full human context to judges and prosecutors. Based in Philadelphia and founded in 1934, the Defender Association has a long history of reducing barriers to service and linking clients with resources in their communities.