Law

Public Defense: What Justice Looks Like from the Other Side

Hosted by Michael Torres · Public Defender at San Francisco Public Defender's Office

4 hoursSan Francisco, CA (Public Defender's Office)Up to 1 studentAge 16 yrs

About this experience

Join Michael for a half-day that may include a client meeting, a court appearance, and a debrief. He will explain how public defenders approach case strategy, what it means to represent someone who cannot afford a lawyer, and why he chose this work over more lucrative paths. This is law at its most human.

Safety information

Court appearances require business-casual attire. Strict confidentiality applies to all client information. Photography is prohibited in courtrooms.

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