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City staff recommends extending Feldman & Lee public‑defender contract while courts implement new caseload standards
Summary
City staff recommended extending the Feldman & Lee public‑defender agreement through Dec. 31 to allow time for procurement and planning after a Washington State Supreme Court provisional order lowers defender caseload standards effective Jan. 1, 2026.
City staff recommended extending the city’s agreement with the law firm Feldman & Lee for public defense services through the end of the year while jurisdictions assess operational and procurement options following a recent Washington State Supreme Court provisional order.
The staff report said the Supreme Court issued guidance that will reduce the maximum weighted caseload standard for public defenders from the earlier maximum to 120…
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