Right to Counsel
Right to Counsel / Universal Access to Legal Services in Housing Court
In short
Free lawyer in eviction cases (full representation <=200% FPL; brief advice above), also NYCHA termination hearings. NYC tenants facing eviction in Housing Court or NYCHA administrative proceedings.
- What you get
- Free lawyer in eviction cases (full representation <=200% FPL; brief advice above), also NYCHA termination hearings.
- Who qualifies
- NYC tenants facing eviction in Housing Court or NYCHA administrative proceedings.
- Income limit (2026)
- 200% FPL (2026: ~$31,920 single / ~$66,000 family of 4).
- Papers to gather
- Court papers, lease, rent records, income proof.
- Renewal
- N/A
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