Mission Statement
Traditional Unit
We are committed to the pursuit of justice by aggressively advocating in federal district and appellate courts for the constitutional rights and inherent dignity of individuals who are accused or convicted of crimes and cannot afford to pay for a lawyer.
We advance the rights of all individuals by developing innovative approaches in our representation that promote systemic change and by serving as a valuable resource to the larger legal community.
Capital Habeas Unit
The Capital Habeas Unit advocates for the constitutional rights and inherent dignity of indigent persons sentenced to death. We provide the highest quality representation in post-conviction proceedings through diversity of experience, collaborative and thorough case development, focused litigation strategies, and skilled courtroom advocacy.
Core Values
- Excellence
- Collaboration
- Diversity & Inclusion
- Respect
- Integrity
- Client-Centered Representation