In eviction hearings, many tenants appear without legal counsel, which severely affects their ability to defend against eviction. A couple attempted to secure their housing but did so without a lawyer present, and their request was denied. Another tenant had accrued significant unpaid rent and faced strict deadlines to resolve the issue. The judge provided necessary legal clarifications but ultimately, without counsel, tenants risk their housing stability significantly.
A couple appearing in eviction court faced a judge without legal representation, only an interpreter, as the landlord’s attorney communicated via phone. The judge denied their request to return home.
A Black woman with $27,849 in unpaid rent was informed she had until the end of February to pay or risk eviction. She had to receive legal clarification on the terms from the judge.
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