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Eviction Prevention and Right to Counsel in Detroit, MI.
We offer legal representation for individuals who are facing eviction. We offer advice and legal representations for tenants, homeowners, land contract holders, and those without written lease agreements. If you are facing eviction- we’re here to help. If you have a first court hearing scheduled, bring these items to your appointment to process your intake faster: Deed/Lease/Land Contract/Mortgage Agreement, Income Information, Legal Notices, ID
Michigan Legal Services is proud to participate in the Right to Counsel Program.
In the City of Detroit, there's a law called Right-to-Counsel (RTC) that helps people who rent their homes and are facing eviction. This law gives the renters or tenants the right to have a lawyer for free to help them in court.
The Office of Eviction Defense works with local legal services to make sure that tenants going to the 36th District Court for eviction cases can get free legal help and protect their rights. If you have a court date related to your landlord or tenant situation at the 36th District Court, you should go to the hearing. Our free lawyers will be there to support you and tell you more about your rights under the RTC law.
These free legal services are available for tenant households that are facing eviction and have a gross income up to twice the federal poverty level. It doesn't matter where you come from, or your national origin – everyone qualifies for these services based on income. Before getting legal help, they'll check if you meet the income requirements.
Probate Assistance - To Keep Family Home
We offer legal representation for individuals that need assistance with a probate estate for purposes of clearing legal obstacles to remain in one’s family home. You may need probate assistance if the deed to your home remains in the name of a deceased family member. If a probate matter is standing in the way of you remaining in your family home- please give us a call. Death Certificate, Income Information, Legal Notices, ID
For Probate questions and answers please contact us at:
PHONE:
EMAIL: apetroni@milegalservices.org
Tax Foreclosure Assistance - We Are Here
If you are at risk of losing your home to tax foreclosure, we are here to help. Depending on your income you may be eligible for a poverty exemption for your taxes. We work extensively with public and private partners that have resources available that may help you save your home. Please assemble the following items, if available, to process your intake faster: Deed/Lease/Land Contract, Current Utility Bill, Tax Bill, Income Information, Legal Notices, ID.
National Right to Counsel Movement Video
Detroit Right to Counsel Video