Carlos J. Martinez: ‘This honor underscores PD-11’s significant advancement in innovatively using technology within the criminal legal system to enhance client representation.’

The Miami-Dade Public Defender’s Office (PD-11) has been named the 2025 Thomson Reuters Legal Innovator of the Year. The award was presented November 10 at SYNERGY for Legal Professionals 2025, Thomson Reuters’ annual conference in Orlando.

The SYNERGY Awards honor legal innovators who leverage Thomson Reuters technology to redefine legal practice, deliver measurable improvements, and elevate client outcomes. The awards recognize organizations and professionals who combine legal expertise with innovation to advance access to justice and apply AI in practical, team-wide solutions.

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