Tamara Giwa has officially stepped into the role of executive director at the Federal Defenders of New York, an organization that provides legal representation for those who are charged with federal crimes, but are unable to afford it. This information was validated by a recent news release.
Prior to assuming her new role, Giwa served as director of strategic litigation. Her experiences have been enriched with her time served as a staff attorney with both the Brooklyn Family Defense Project and the Legal Aid Society’s criminal defense practice. This transition into a more prominent leadership position took effect on April 1.
Giwa’s career trajectory so far demonstrates a dedication to legal representation for all, and this new role consolidates her position at the forefront of the public defense movement for the state of New York.
The Federal Defenders of New York operates in the Southern and Eastern Districts, with a critical mission to offer support to those who otherwise wouldn’t have access to adequate legal defense in federal courts.
Further details on this new appointment via Bloomberg Law.