May CJA counsel use the resources of the Federal Public Defenders Office?
CJA counsel serve a vital role in the vigorous defense of indigent clients, and the Defender’s office is pleased to offer all assistance possible. CJA counsel can meet clients at the FPD office, and may use the office library if an issue arises while in court. The duty AFPDs are also available to answer legal questions from CJA counsel. The FPD Office unfortunately does not have the resources to provide full office space or staff support to the entire CJA panel. In the San Francisco federal building, CJA counsel may also use the district court library on the 18th Floor, and the Attorney’s Lounge — also on the 18th floor.
