Philadelphia’s Right to Counsel law guarantees free legal representation to eligible low-income renters. Eligible renters have a Right to Counsel when they face:
- Eviction proceedings.
- Lease or other tenancy termination proceedings.
- PHA housing subsidy termination proceedings.
You can learn more about how to get free legal help to avoid eviction.
You can also read a preliminary evaluation of the program conducted by Reinvestment Fund.
This page hosts annual updates on Right to Counsel that cover the highlights and outcomes during each fiscal year.