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Queens Defenders

Coverage of Queens Defenders in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jul 16 · 18:20 UTCMost recent: Jul 16 · 18:30 UTC
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Brooklyn Defender Servicesorganization2Lisa Schreibersdorfperson2Maria Gormanperson1Andrew Eichenperson1BDS Unionorganization1Canadian wildfire smoketopic1National Labor Relations Boardorganization1Association of Legal Aid Attorneys UAW Local 2325organization1Al Bakerperson1Brooklynplace1Queensplace1remote work policytopic1
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  • POLITICSJul 16 · 18:30 UTCAMNY
    Brooklyn and Queens public defender union strikes over wage demands

    The public defender union in Brooklyn and Queens struck over unresolved wage demands after a 21-hour bargaining session. Union leaders criticized management for refusing terms to sustain low-paid staff, while management claimed they offered a strong proposal. The union represents around 500 staff, including attorneys and support workers, with supervisors handling cases during the strike.

  • CRIMEJul 16 · 18:20 UTCTHE CITY NYC
    Walkout: Lawyers for Low-Income Clients Strike in Brooklyn and Queens

    Hundreds of lawyers and staff at Brooklyn Defender Services and Queens Defenders struck in Brooklyn and Queens over unresolved negotiations with management on wages, benefits, and remote work policies. The strike, averted from picketing due to poor air quality, risks disrupting courts but remains operational for now, with supervisors covering caseloads.

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