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Bronx Defenders

Coverage of Bronx Defenders in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jun 10 · 21:25 UTCMost recent: Jul 22 · 18:45 UTC
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Association of Legal Advocates and Attorneysorganization2Brooklyn Defender Services Unionorganization1Lisa Schreibersdorfperson1Mayor Mamdaniperson1Neighborhood Defense Servicesorganization1Brooklyn Defender Servicesorganization1Neighborhood Defender Service of Harlemorganization1Zohran Mamdaniperson1UAWorganization1City Councilorganization1Kathy Hochulperson1
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  • POLITICSJul 22 · 18:45 UTCAMNY
    Brooklyn Defender Services ends strike with tentative agreement

    The Brooklyn Defender Services Union ended a five-day strike with a tentative contract agreement that includes higher wages, improved benefits, and remote work arrangements. The deal, which requires member ratification, follows pressure from New York elected officials and comes amid similar strike plans by other legal service providers in the city.

  • POLITICSJun 10 · 21:25 UTCAMNY
    NYC public defender unions push to get funding in the city budget

    NYC public defender unions, including Bronx Defenders and Brooklyn Defender Services, are demanding wage increases and better benefits as they negotiate contracts expiring June 30, the same day the city budget is due. The Association of Legal Advocates and Attorneys (ALAA) seeks $80 million to achieve pay parity with federal public defenders and has warned of potential strikes if demands are not met.