Low or No-Cost Legal Assistance

Tenant Legal Resources for All Renters

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August 07, 2023

Low or No-Cost Legal Assistance

Tenant Legal Resources for All Renters

When seeking assistance as a tenant, turning to government agencies and nonprofit organizations is often your best bet. Given that tenant-related laws are primarily governed at the state or local level, it's wise to engage with a local resource, ideally within your city or county. While the list of resources provided primarily comprises national organizations, they frequently possess the ability to link you to local counterparts that can address your specific needs effectively.

American Bar Association legal help finder

"Programs to help people of modest means obtain legal help." A state-by-state list of local legal resources provided by the American Bar Association.

Legal Services Corporation

Legal Services Corporation (LSC) is an independent nonprofit established by Congress to provide financial support for civil legal aid to low-income Americans. On LSC's website, you can enter an address or city to find an LSC-funded legal aid organization near you.

http://LawHelp.org

"LawHelp helps people of low and moderate incomes find free legal aid programs in their communities, answers to questions about their legal rights, and forms to help them with their legal problems."

HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agencies

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) sponsors housing counseling agencies throughout the country. Although many agencies on this list focus on providing assistance to homeowners, most either provide counseling to renters as well or can point you in the direction of a local renter-focused agency.

National Fair Housing Alliance

The National Fair Housing Alliance works to eliminate housing discrimination and to ensure equal housing opportunity for all people. On its website, you can search for local fair housing resources and find links to legal information.

National Disability Rights Network

Provides services to people with disabilities, handling housing problems and many other aspects of community living.

In your journey as a tenant, remember that government agencies and nonprofit organizations stand as reliable allies in your pursuit of fair treatment and housing security. By reaching out to local resources within your city or county, you're taking a proactive step towards understanding and asserting your rights as a tenant. While the resources highlighted may have a national scope, their capacity to bridge you with local counterparts ensures that your unique needs are met.

Embrace the empowerment that comes from informed decision-making and advocacy, creating a rental experience that is equitable and respectful for all parties involved. For additional resource information, please see our other article HERE.

Always protect yourself as a tenant by documenting your space. We always recommend using our App to take your photos, video and comments about the true condition of your residence.