Texas RioGrande Public Defender
The Texas RioGrande Public Defender offers internship opportunities for current law students to assist in criminal defense cases across rural Texas counties. Interns work closely with attorneys, investigators, and specialists through all stages of casework, gaining courtroom and client experience while supporting indigent clients. The program emphasizes public interest law, mentorship, and community service.
Texas RioGrande Public Defender (TRGPD) is a nonprofit public defender organization providing client-centered criminal defense and holistic legal services across South Texas. TRGPD delivers direct legal advocacy alongside social‑work‑informed supports to protect the rights of indigent and marginalized clients. The organization emphasizes dignity, respect, and inclusivity—offering culturally competent representation and community-based services while pursuing systemic reforms to advance fairness in the criminal legal system.
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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