Office hours: Mon–Fri · 8:00am – 4:30pm · 201 Poplar Ave, Suite 2-01, Memphis

Our Leadership

The Shelby County Public Defender is led by a team with deep roots in public defense, criminal justice reform, and the Shelby County community. They set the direction, standards, and culture of our office.
Last updated: August 2026

Leadership at SCPD is mission-driven. Every decision — about staffing, caseloads, training, and advocacy — flows from the same commitment: high-quality, client-centered representation for every person who cannot afford a private attorney.

Office Leadership

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Jerri Green

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Gregory (Gregg) Carman

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James (Glover) Wright

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