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About Us

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Meet Deborah M. Golden

Deborah M. Golden is a highly respected attorney with over twenty-five years of experience in the law. She is known for her unwavering commitment to seeking justice and holding the government accountable. Deb’s legal career began at nonprofit organizations, where she developed a deep understanding of the challenges faced by marginalized communities and the importance of fighting for their rights.

Deb’s extensive knowledge of and experience in civil rightsprisoners’ rights in D.C., (and the Federal Bureau of Prisons) and FOIA make her a formidable advocate for her clients. She fearlessly takes on challenging cases and has a proven track record of achieving favorable outcomes. Her dedication to her clients, combined with her strategic approach and legal expertise, has earned her recognition and respect in the legal community

bex kolins

Associate Attorney

bex kolins (they/them) has been supporting currently and formerly incarcerated people for close to fifteen years. Through relationships with incarcerated people, bex determined that becoming a lawyer allowed them to better care for and advocate for people in prison. Their work is largely informed by relationships with people in prison and understanding that those inside should be the driving force behind their own advocacy. In 2021, they graduated summa cum laude from North Carolina Central University School of Law. Over the years, they have successfully assisted prisoners and their loved ones in suing state prisons for sexual assault, failure to protect, excessive force, and deliberate indifference to medical care. bex fights tirelessly for their clients, dreaming of a world where directly impacted people are the champions of their own stories and no one is behind bars.

Our Firm's Philosophy

Our Commitment to Justice and Empowerment

At The Law Office of Deborah M. Golden, we believe in the power of justice and the ability of every individual to exercise their rights. Our firm’s philosophy is rooted in the principles of integrity, compassion, and relentless advocacy. We are committed to empowering our clients, highlighting their voice, and fighting for their rights in the face of adversity.

We understand that navigating the legal system can be overwhelming and intimidating. That’s why we are dedicated to guiding our clients every step of the way, providing them with personalized attention and strategic legal representation. We take the time to listen, understand our clients’ unique circumstances, and develop effective strategies to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Professional​

Our firm maintains the highest level of professionalism in all aspects of our practice, ensuring that our clients receive exceptional legal representation and service.

Personal

We are deeply focused on understanding our clients as individuals with unique needs and goals, allowing us to develop strategic legal approaches tailored to their specific situations.

Serious

We approach every case with the seriousness it deserves, recognizing the significant impact our work can have on our clients’ lives and the pursuit of justice.

Our Mission

Holding the Government Accountable, One Case at a Time

Our primary mission is to hold the government accountable for its actions and to protect the rights of individuals and communities. We are passionate about advocating for justice, challenging unlawful practices, and promoting transparency in government actions. Whether it’s fighting for the rights of prisoners, addressing civil rights violations, or navigating the intricacies of FOIA, we are committed to making a difference.

Through our unwavering dedication to our clients and our relentless pursuit of justice, we aim to make positive change in our society. We are not afraid to take on challenging cases or confront powerful entities in our quest for accountability. Our clients can trust us to be their fierce advocates and tireless defenders.

“A law is valuable, not because it is a law, but because there is right in it.”

Henry Ward Beecher