There is a New York Times article on a public defender (appointed) lawyer in Texas. The judge is accusing the attorney of spending too much time with the client, billing the state too much money, and spending resources on a vigorous defense.
https://nyti.ms/2uvcwQK
Do New York judges routinely cut public defenders bills?
What is the state of affairs with New York 18 B lawyers?
Does the state have to provide the best defense or merely a reasonable one?
