The Eviction Legal Defense Program: Know Your Resources!

  By Alizah Khan 

In the last episode of "Know Your Resources," we covered the "PCC Legal Resource Center." One of their key resources is housing justice. This blog post will focus on the Eviction Legal Defense Program.

Working alongside the Oregon Law Center, the Portland Community College (PCC) Legal Resource Center's Eviction Legal Defense Program, provides free legal assistance to low-income tenants facing eviction. Among its many services, the center’s Eviction Defense Project is a project working for a better future for low-income tenants facing eviction. This blog post aims to shed light on this vital project and its role in preserving housing rights.

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Eviction is a harsh reality for many low-income tenants. It’s not just about losing a place to live; it’s about the loss of stability, security, a sense of belonging, and a community. The legal system is harsh on tenants, and due to the discriminatory history of landlord-tenant law, it tends to favor landlords. This is where the Eviction Defense Project steps in.

The Eviction Defense Project is a collaboration between the Oregon Law Center and several different organizations. It provides free legal assistance to low-income tenants who have received a termination notice from their landlord or have an eviction court case pending. 

The project’s primary goal is to ensure that tenants’ rights are upheld during the eviction process. It provides legal advice, representation in court, and assistance in negotiating with landlords. The project also educates tenants about their rights and responsibilities, empowering them to advocate for themselves.

The Eviction Defense Project is more than just a legal service; it’s a movement towards a more equitable society. By providing free legal assistance to those who need it most, the project is helping to level the playing field and ensure that everyone, regardless of their income, has access to justice.

In a world where eviction is a looming threat for many, the Eviction Defense Project is an important service that many are unaware of. It embodies the PCC Legal Resource Center’s commitment to increasing access to justice and addressing the impact on marginalized communities. If you or someone you know is facing eviction, don’t hesitate to reach out to the Eviction Defense Project. Remember, you’re not alone, and help is just a phone call away.

If you need legal advice, please contact a lawyer or a legal aid organization.

If you’re a tenant facing eviction, you can contact the Eviction Defense Project by filling out the Eviction Legal Defense Project web form or calling 888-585-9638. Once you reach out, you’ll be connected with a team of dedicated professionals who will guide you through the eviction process.