Are you in need of a Public Defender in the Waycross Judicial Circuit?

This circuit serves Bacon, Brantley, Charlton, Coffee, Pierce, and Ware Counties.

If you're facing legal challenges in these counties, Circuit Public Defender Joshua Larkey is here to help. Call 912-287-4360 for assistance.

Know your rights and reach out to the support you deserve.

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Today, we honor the brave men and women who have served our country with courage and sacrifice. Your dedication reminds us of the true meaning of service and justice.

At the Georgia Public Defender Council, we proudly stand with veterans in our communities, our courts, and among our own team who continue to serve others every day.

Thank you for your strength, your service, and your example.

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Meet Bunmi Akinsunmi, a Georgia State University student interning with our Atlanta Central Office. Her inspiration for joining GPDC came from a desire to be a voice for those who are often unheard. She wanted to understand the intricacies of the legal system and learn how to effectively advocate for marginalized communities. Bunmi has gained valuable insight into what it means to serve, protect, and empower individuals in need.

One of the most rewarding parts of her experience has been helping organize the Ladders Program, which supports youth rehabilitation by providing mentorship, education, and life skills. Bunmi describes the experience as eye-opening and inspiring. It reminds her that real change happens when we invest in others.

Bunmi aspires to pursue a career in Sports and Entertainment Law, but her commitment to service and justice shines just as brightly. She lives by her favorite Winston Churchill quote: “We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give.”

There’s no doubt that Bunmi will continue to make a lasting impact wherever her journey takes her. We can’t wait to see the incredible things she’ll accomplish!

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Meet Eden Chavers, a senior at Statesboro High School interning with the Bulloch County Office in the Ogeechee Judicial Circuit. Eden was inspired to join GPDC because she aspires to pursue a career in law and wanted to gain early experience in the field.

She shares that the most meaningful part of her internship has been meeting and connecting with legal professionals who have offered guidance and encouragement as she learns more about the justice system. Her goal is to one day become an attorney and open her own law office.

Outside of her passion for law, Eden stays busy as Co-Captain of her school’s Color Guard team, President of her FCCLA Chapter, and Historian/Recorder of the Statesboro Youth Council. She also loves to sing and dance!

Eden lives by her favorite quote: “Practice makes progress, and with progress, perfection will come!”

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Meet Dana Kemp, a student at Atlanta's John Marshall Law School interning with our Ogeechee Judicial Circuit Office. Dana was drawn to GPDC because she wanted an internship that offered real, hands-on experience—and that’s exactly what she’s found. From observing attorneys in court to being assigned her own cases and even speaking on behalf of clients, Dana has been fully immersed in the work of public defense.

She shares that the most meaningful part of her internship has been witnessing the dedication of the attorneys she works alongside. Their commitment to fighting for every client, no matter how difficult the case, has shown her what it truly means to serve with passion and purpose.

Dana’s career goals include becoming a civil rights and criminal defense attorney, continuing the work of fighting for justice and equality. She carries with her a quote from her mentor, Chief Public Defender Renata Newbill-Jallow: “Mercy is not the absence of accountability, it’s the presence of humanity.”

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