Free legal counsel for matters such as landlord-tenant disputes, evictions, etc. The Attorney for Students advises currently registered Cal students regarding their legal questions, rights, and obligations. A student legal consultation might include (but is not limited to) one of the following examples:
-A landlord-tenant dispute
-A citation for a criminal infraction or misdemeanor
-Filing an action in California Small Claims Court
-Questions related to debt and/or collection actions
For tenants' rights issues (eviction & security deposit, leases, etc.). Call a housing counselor at 510-981-7368 or schedule an appointment with a housing counselor using the appointment request form
Bay Area Legal Aid helps low-income tenants obtain or remain in safe, affordable housing and provides legal assistance in the areas of eviction defense, housing conditions, fair housing and housing discrimnation
