Bronx Defenders Service becomes third NYC public defense firm to set July strike date as contract negotiations break down

The Bronx Defenders Service, part of the Association of Legal Advocates and Attorneys UAW Local 2325, has authorized a strike for July 27 due to stalled contract negotiations over wages and working conditions. They join the Brooklyn Defenders Service (on strike since July 16) and the Harlem-based Neighborhood Defenders Service (planning a July 24 strike), all demanding fair contracts to retain legal professionals and ensure consistent client representation.