Fordham Law Defenders

FLD

Fordham Law Defenders (FLD) is a community of Fordham law students who are pursuing or strongly considering careers in public defense. FLD organizes discussions, collaborates with practitioners and alumni, and shares resources and tactics. FLD supports students seeking to excel as zealous and careful defenders of indigent people who are facing accusations, court-involvement, and loss of freedom.

2026-2027 Student Board Members

  • 3L President: Kayla Abrams
  • 2L President: Audrey Grace
  • Communications Director: Farrell Aldrich
  • Director of Community Outreach: Patty Yao
  • DEI Coordinator: Jana Choi
  • 3L Event Coordinator/Treasurer: Nathan Wakhloo
  • 2L Event Coordinator/Treasurer: Ava Levine

Contact

The Public Interest Resource Center (PIRC) student groups office is located at Room LL-101 of the Law School.