Does Bronx Defenders pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Bronx Defenders employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.7 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Bronx Defenders. This rating has improved by 20% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Bronx Defenders?

67% of Bronx Defenders employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Bronx Defenders 3.0 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.5 for culture and values and 3.0 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Bronx Defenders?

Staff Attorney (13) , Intern (6) , Investigator (5) , Attorney (4) , Director (3) , Civil Legal Advocate (2) , Internship (2) , Parent Advocate (2) , Social Worker (2) , Summer Intern (2) , Supervising Attorney (2)

What are the pros of working at Bronx Defenders according to real employee reviews?

"Trial practice, great supervisors, meaningful work" ((in 7 reviews)); "Dedicated supervisors who care about the work, the clients, but also the staff." ((in 6 reviews)); "The people at BxD are great." ((in 6 reviews)); "Amazing culture and mentorship." ((in 3 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Bronx Defenders according to real employee reviews?

"bad management, no room for growth of certain directors don’t like you" ((in 4 reviews)); "Pay is low for the demand of work." ((in 4 reviews)); "Extremely long hours and emotionally taxing work" ((in 3 reviews))

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High quality practice. Not enough support staff - Staff Attorney Bronx Defenders Employee Review

4.0

Jun 18, 2021

Staff attorney

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

-Culture of excellent standards, zealous advocacy, dedication, hard work. -Client-centered representation. -Supportive supervisors. -Effort to connect with local community.

Cons

-Attorneys must do all of their own secretarial and paralegal work. -No pay parity with attorneys in city agencies.

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5.0

May 1, 2025

Investigator

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Lots of autonomy and flexibility

Cons

Position can require odd hours

3.0

Jul 16, 2026

Investigator

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Nice people you get to know over time.

Cons

Pay is low for the demand of work. Management is only looking out for themselves and not their staff

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