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Housing Law Unit

The BronxWorks Legal Services Tenant Defense Program provides comprehensive, free legal assistance to low-income tenants, focusing on eviction prevention, preserving affordable housing, and ensuring economic stability for vulnerable populations.

 

All referrals must come directly from HRA and OCJ. For more information, contact 311.

Contact Us.

Jerome Frierson, Vice President of Legal Services
jfrierson@bronxworks.org

Our services include representation in eviction proceedings, administrative hearings, and appellate courts; as well as engaging in impact litigation to strengthen tenant protections and address systemic housing issues. Since we began accepting cases for full representation in state court, we have made a meaningful and immediate impact by addressing housing crises and challenging systemic issues to secure stronger tenant protections.

Supported by a team of experienced, mid-level and junior attorneys and paralegals, the program is contracted to handle a certain number of housing matters annually. We are committed to meeting our target and expanding our impact.

At BronxWorks, we believe in the fundamental right to safe, stable, and affordable housing for all. Through our individual representation and systemic advocacy, we aim to provide resources to help ensure housing stability for tenants across the Bronx.

Community Impact

From October to December 2024, the BronxWorks Tenant Defense Program served over 370 individuals, safeguarding their housing and economic stability.