Public Defender
OCEA members in the Public Defender’s office are represented by union stewards and a professional staff of labor relations representatives. Standing together, every OCEA member in the Public Defender’s office plays a role in achieving better wages, retirement security and fair rights on the job.
The information below is a resource for all OCEA members in the Public Defender’s office. Below, you will find a list of stewards and staff representatives for OCEA members assigned to the Public Defender’s office. You’ll also find the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), which is the negotiated union contract that sets forth the wages, hours and working conditions guiding your employment. And you can also find updates and news from OCEA about what’s happening in your agency and across the County.
Stay informed: Union news that affects you!
A Message from Your New OCEA President
September 21, 2022
It is truly one of the great honors of my life to become your OCEA President. Thank you to the Board of Directors for your belief in me, and to retired President Lezlee Neebe for your steadfast commitment to OCEA’s working families.
REMINDER: 2022 OCEA Health Fair is Happening Now!
September 19, 2022
Don't forget, the 2022 OCEA Health & Welfare Trust HEALTH FAIR IS HERE! Thank you to all OCEA members who joined us at our Drive-Thru & Walk-Up locations. We've distributed thousands of swag bags packed with goodies and health/vendor resources!
L.A. Lakers Tickets are Available Now
September 12, 2022
OCEA is happy to announce we are continuing our group ticket relationship with the Los Angeles Lakers for the upcoming 2022-23 season!
OCEA Health Fair: Opportunity Drawings, Swag & Resources!
September 9, 2022
The 2022 OCEA Health & Welfare Trust HEALTH FAIR IS HERE! Thank you to all OCEA members who joined us Thursday at West Justice Center for our first official Drive-Thru & Walk-Up location. We distributed swag bags packed with goodies and health/vendor resources!
Happy Labor Day from OCEA
September 5, 2022
As we gather with our families and friends this year to celebrate Labor Day, I hope you will take a moment to celebrate yourself. These past few years in the pandemic have redefined our lives in many ways, but through it all your dedication and service to the County, Cities, Districts–and most importantly, the communities–which you serve is unparalleled.
PUBLIC DEFENDER STEWARDS
Joseph Arrocha
Judy Bowling
Erick Castellanos
Jorge Castro
Lubna Debbini
Lissette Duran
Marco Garcia
Leticia Guerrero
Jessica Herrera
Mimi Lam
Sergio Mejia
Sergio Moya
Rene Pena
Jhosue Perez
Isabel Quintero
Carmen Saavedra
Ena Toledano
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OCEA LABOR RELATIONS REPRESENTATIVE
Sam Rice
Labor Relations Specialist
Michelle Rubio
Senior Labor Relations Representative