@bds_union

We are the wall-to-wall union at Brooklyn Defender Services • A chapter of ALAA-UAW 2325 since 2021

 Brooklyn, NY
instagram.com/bds_union
Joined June 2021
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Congratulations to @bds_union & @alaa2325 members on reaching a tentative agreement including pay increases for staff, more sick leave, higher retirement contributions, & remote work options!
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@UAWJul 22
"The threat of a mass citywide public defender strike wreaking havoc on the city’s courthouses appeared to be averted on Tuesday after striking attorneys reached a deal on a new labor contract with the city’s second-largest public defender group." ow.ly/gRK050ZrwEL

Brooklyn Defender Services strike ends after tentative labor deal reached — Queens Daily Eagle

The threat of a mass citywide public defender strike wreaking havoc on the city’s courthouses appeared to be averted on Tuesday after striking attorneys reached a deal on a new labor contract with...

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A fair, dignified defense is the right of every New Yorker, not just those who can afford it. Congratulations to @BklynDefender for reaching a tentative agreement and thank you to the public defenders who serve New Yorkers every day.
amNewYork™@amNewYorkJul 22
The union representing around 500 public defense attorneys and legal staff in Brooklyn and Queens reached a tentative deal on Tuesday night, getting hundreds of staff attorneys back to work on Wednesday. amny.com/law/brooklyn-defend…
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Last night, we reached a Tentative Agreement on a contract and our STRIKE IS OFF. We owe this win to the tireless work of our bargaining committee, the dedication of our rank & file members, & the support of our elected officials, union siblings & community members. Solidarity!
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The Brooklyn Defender Services Union is on strike. We are striking for a fair contract that makes our work sustainable. We call on management to come back to the table immediately so we can return to serving our neighbors. Learn more: instagram.com/bds_union/
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If you're able, please consider donating to support striking legal services workers across the city in @alaa2325: gofundme.com/f/support-strik…

Donate to Stand with Striking Legal Service Workers!, organized by Kelly Roberts

I am raising funds from the community to support striking legal service worke… Kelly Roberts needs your support for Stand with Striking Legal Service Workers!

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This morning, @UAW members at @bds_union went out on strike, joining their @alaa2325 siblings at Justice in Motion who have been out on the picket line since Friday. ✊
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BDS Union retweeted
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@UAWJul 16
"Over 500 attorneys and legal staff at New York City’s second-largest public defender organization went on strike Thursday." @bds_union | @UAWRegion9A ow.ly/AHTQ50Zoth6

Brooklyn Defender Services union goes on strike — Queens Daily Eagle

Over 500 attorneys and legal staff at the city’s second-largest public defender organization went on strike Thursday.

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Brooklyn Defender Services Union is officially ON STRIKE as of 8 AM this morning. We are striking for a contract that is fair for all, and on par with other NYC public defender offices.
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On Thursday, @bds_union will be ready to strike after issuing a strike deadline to management last week! xitter.cf/bds_union/status/20756…
BDS Union@bds_unionJul 10
Last night, our Union's bargaining committee unanimously voted to set a strike deadline of Thursday, July 16 at 8:00 AM. Despite hours upon hours of bargaining, management has continued to fail to provide timely and fair counters on critical issues. (1/2)
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Gonna need @BklynDefender to fix this with a #FairContract
BDS Union@bds_unionJul 10
Last night, our Union's bargaining committee unanimously voted to set a strike deadline of Thursday, July 16 at 8:00 AM. Despite hours upon hours of bargaining, management has continued to fail to provide timely and fair counters on critical issues. (1/2)
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Last night, our Union's bargaining committee unanimously voted to set a strike deadline of Thursday, July 16 at 8:00 AM. Despite hours upon hours of bargaining, management has continued to fail to provide timely and fair counters on critical issues. (1/2)
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Management STILL has not given us complete numbers for their salary proposal or complete language on healthcare, did not provide counters on UDOs, bereavement, or workload, and outright rejected our proposals on WFH, probation, and sabbatical. Our membership demands better! (2/2)
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Solidarity!
BDS Union@bds_unionJul 8
Today, with 94% participation, 96% of BDS union members joined together and voted YES to authorize a strike !! Such a resounding strike authorization vote not only shows that we're strike ready, but is also a testament to the months of hard work by our bargaining committee...1/2
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The members of @bds_union work tirelessly to ensure all New Yorkers have access to legal representation. I’m proud to support their fight for a fair contract that reflects the value of their work.
BDS Union@bds_unionJul 8
Today, with 94% participation, 96% of BDS union members joined together and voted YES to authorize a strike !! Such a resounding strike authorization vote not only shows that we're strike ready, but is also a testament to the months of hard work by our bargaining committee...1/2
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Today, with 94% participation, 96% of BDS union members joined together and voted YES to authorize a strike !! Such a resounding strike authorization vote not only shows that we're strike ready, but is also a testament to the months of hard work by our bargaining committee...1/2
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...and to the unified organizing by our membership. We deserve a fair contract, and we're ready to strike for the contract we deserve. 2/2
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Follow us on Instagram to join our fight! instagram.com/bds_union?igsh…
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Law360Union@law360unionMar 2
Our members are clear: @LexisNexisRisk and @RELXHQ must cut ties with ICE.
NewsGuild of New York@nyguildMar 2
Nearly 80% of our @law360union has signed onto a letter demanding that @LexisNexis cut ties with ICE. Read more here....
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Nearly 80% of our @law360union has signed onto a letter demanding that @LexisNexis cut ties with ICE. Read more here....
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@UAWJan 14
STATEMENT ON FORD PLANT VISIT FROM VP LAURA DICKERSON, FORD DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR The autoworker at the Dearborn Truck Plant is a proud member of a strong and fighting union —the UAW. He believes in freedom of speech, a principle we wholeheartedly embrace, and we stand with our membership in protecting their voice on the job. The UAW will ensure that our member receives the full protection of all negotiated contract language safeguarding his job and his rights as a union member. Workers should never be subjected to vulgar language or behavior by anyone—including the President of the United States.
Statement on Ford Plant Visit from VP Laura Dickerson, Ford Department Director

ALT Statement on Ford Plant Visit from VP Laura Dickerson, Ford Department Director

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