Summary
Marcus Richard is an Assistant Public Defender in Kalamazoo, Michigan with a decade of professional experience rooted in public interest law and direct client advocacy. A Michigan State University JD graduate, he has worked in legal aid and defender offices providing criminal defense to indigent clients and honed courtroom and case-management skills through internships and clerkships. Marcus has also contributed to law school community wellbeing as Wellness Committee Chair and organizer, signaling a commitment to service beyond litigation. His background in media, culture, and Chinese from NYU gives him broader cultural literacy and communication strengths that inform client-centered advocacy. Known for steady, empathetic representation, he seeks roles that continue impacting vulnerable populations and improving access to justice.
10 years of coding experience
Bachelor’s Degree, Major: Media, Culture, Communication, Minor: Chinese Language, Bachelor’s Degree, Major: Media, Culture, Communication, Minor: Chinese Language at New York University
Doctor of Law - JD, Doctor of Law - JD at Michigan State University