Albany, NY, November 9, 2025
An Albany attorney has been appointed as the new federal public defender for Upstate New York, leading a team that represents defendants in federal criminal cases across the region. The Federal Public Defender’s Office operates under the Criminal Justice Act, ensuring legal representation for those in need. Offices are established in Albany and Syracuse, and the attorneys in this office are not permitted to engage in private practice.
Syracuse, N.Y. — An Albany attorney has been appointed as the new federal public defender for Upstate New York, overseeing a team that represents individuals in federal criminal cases across the region.
The attorney will lead a team of lawyers who represent defendants in federal criminal cases and related matters by appointment from the federal court. The Federal Public Defender organization operates under the authority of the Criminal Justice Act, 18 U.S.C. § 3006A, to provide defense services in federal criminal cases and related matters by appointment from the federal court. Federal Public Defender’s attorneys may not engage in the private practice of law.
The Office of the Federal Public Defender for the Northern District of New York has offices in Albany and Syracuse. The Albany office is located at 54 State St., Suite 310, Albany, NY 12207, and the Syracuse office is at 4 Clinton Square, 3rd Floor, Syracuse, NY 13202.
The Federal Public Defender’s Office provides defense services in federal criminal cases and related matters by appointment from the federal court. Attorneys in this office are prohibited from engaging in private practice.
For more information, individuals can contact the Albany office at (518) 242-4004 or the Syracuse office at (315) 701-0080.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Who has been appointed as the new federal public defender for Upstate New York?
An Albany attorney has been appointed as the new federal public defender for Upstate New York, overseeing a team that represents individuals in federal criminal cases across the region.
What is the role of the federal public defender?
The federal public defender leads a team of lawyers who represent defendants in federal criminal cases and related matters by appointment from the federal court. Attorneys in this office are prohibited from engaging in private practice.
Where are the offices of the Federal Public Defender for the Northern District of New York located?
The Federal Public Defender’s Office has offices in Albany and Syracuse. The Albany office is located at 54 State St., Suite 310, Albany, NY 12207, and the Syracuse office is at 4 Clinton Square, 3rd Floor, Syracuse, NY 13202.
How can I contact the Federal Public Defender’s Office?
Individuals can contact the Albany office at (518) 242-4004 or the Syracuse office at (315) 701-0080.
Key Features
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| New Appointment | An Albany attorney has been appointed as the new federal public defender for Upstate New York, overseeing a team that represents individuals in federal criminal cases across the region. |
| Role of the Federal Public Defender | The federal public defender leads a team of lawyers who represent defendants in federal criminal cases and related matters by appointment from the federal court. Attorneys in this office are prohibited from engaging in private practice. |
| Office Locations | The Federal Public Defender’s Office has offices in Albany and Syracuse. The Albany office is located at 54 State St., Suite 310, Albany, NY 12207, and the Syracuse office is at 4 Clinton Square, 3rd Floor, Syracuse, NY 13202. |
| Contact Information | Individuals can contact the Albany office at (518) 242-4004 or the Syracuse office at (315) 701-0080. |
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