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Tenant rights help — Houston Volunteer Lawyers

Free legal help for tenants facing eviction, unsafe conditions, or lease disputes in Harris County.

By Houston Volunteer Lawyers -- via structured_import -- Apr 13, 2026

Tenant rights help — Houston Volunteer Lawyers

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Houston Volunteer Lawyers provides free legal assistance to low-income Harris County residents facing housing issues including eviction, unsafe living conditions, security deposit disputes, and lease violations. Volunteer attorneys offer brief advice clinics, full representation in eviction court, and assistance with fair housing complaints. Services are available to those earning below 200% of the federal poverty level. Call the intake line to apply.

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Houston Volunteer Lawyers connects low-income individuals and families with pro bono legal help. Volunteer attorneys assist with family law, immigration, estate planning, consumer issues, and other civil matters, ensuring that everyone in our community has access to justice regardless of income.

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