PUBLIC DEFENDER SERVICES
OF LANE COUNTY

Public Defender Services of Lane County, Inc. (PDSLC) is a non-profit law firm
which provides legal representation to clients once they are appointed by 
the Lane County Circuit Court.

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Client Information

Information to help you navigate your case, understand your rights, and stay connected with your attorney.

Mental Health

Information to help clients navigate Mental Health Court, understand how the program works, and stay informed throughout their case.

Juvenile Cases

Information to help young people and their families understand the juvenile court process, learn what to expect, and stay connected with their defense team.

Who We Are

Established in 1977, PDSLC is a private non-profit organization committed to defending the rights of people 
who are facing a loss of their personal liberty due to the actions of the State.

We represent adults and juveniles charged with everything from trespass to murder.

We fight for the rights of people who are accused of violating their probation, and for those who are facing jail because they are behind on their child support payments.

We fight for the rights of parents and children when the State becomes involved in termination proceedings, and

We fight for the rights of those afflicted with mental illness when the State tries to hold them in the State hospital against their will.

OUR GOALS

We treat our clients with dignity, empower them to make informed choices and fight to defend their rights.

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We deliver outstanding legal services.

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We uphold the presumption of innocence without regard to the accusations against our clients.

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We deal ethically with our clients, witnesses, the courts, and all other representatives of the criminal justice system.

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We strive to lead by example in the criminal justice community.

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We provide a supportive environment where employees and clients are treated with respect and dignity, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, economic and cultural background, religion, age or disability.

OUR MISSION

“We treat our clients with dignity, empower them to make informed choices and fight to defend their rights.”

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“They are all so genuine and down to earth, they are all truly something very special ❤️ What an absolute honor it has been. I thank each and every one of you for all of your hard work and efforts. You guys are an incredible team!”

E. Morrison

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“The attorneys I have through the public defenders office have been great. The drug court attorney and the attorney for DHS cases have been wonderful. Thank you”

John H

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Jeffrey D. Ryding best Attorney you could ask for always does what best for you. He always keep’s you up to date 100% God blessed you with a gift man! Thank you for everything public defender’s god bless!!

Justin White

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“Zara is an incredible brilliant, intelligent and prepared Attorney.
I’m so grateful for her hard work on my case! We all wish her the best success in her future😊 Thank you so very much!!!”

Heather Ortis

CONTACT US

Questions, comments, concerns?

180 E 11th Ave, Eugene, OR 97401

(541) 484-2611

Monday-Friday: 8am-12pm | 1pm-5pm
(Our office is closed from 12pm-1pm)