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Grand Rapids, MI 49503

The Federal Public Defenders Office for the Western District of Michigan, established in the Fall of 1995, operates from its headquarters in Grand Rapids, overseeing a significant legal framework within both the Northern and Southern Divisions of the district. Initially functioning without physical office space, the office has expanded smoothly since its early days, now housing a team of attorneys and legal personnel dedicated to serving clients in need of court-appointed counsel.

Under various leaderships, including notable defenders Howard Gillingham and Christopher P. Yates, the office has seen substantial growth, adding staff and even opening a satellite office in Marquette, Michigan. The current interim defender, Sharon Turek, was named shortly after Ray Kent transitioned to a position as a Magistrate Judge, showcasing the office's continual evolution and commitment to federal defense.

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