Analysis: Right to Counsel Roll-out ZIP Codes
Philadelphia’s Right to Counsel law guarantees free legal representation to eligible low-income renters. Eligible renters have a Right to Counsel when they face:
- Eviction proceedings.
- Lease or other tenancy termination proceedings.
- PHA housing subsidy termination proceedings.
The following report describes how the City chose the eligible ZIP codes for the roll-out of Right to Counsel. You can learn more about how to get free legal help to avoid eviction.
Name |
Description |
Released |
Format |
Name:
Right to Counsel ZIP Code Selection PDF
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Description: Reinvestment Fund report identifying ZIP codes for initial rollout of section 9-808 of the Philadelphia Code (Right to Counsel) |
Released:
January 21, 2022 |
Format:
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Name:
Right to Counsel FY23 Expansion ZIP Code Selection PDF
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Description: Reinvestment Fund report identifying ZIP codes for the expansion of section 9-808 of the Philadelphia Code (Right to Counsel) in FY23 |
Released:
January 31, 2023 |
Format:
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Name:
Right to Counsel flyer PDF
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Description: A flyer with a map of ZIP codes where residents have access to Right to Counsel services. |
Released:
November 26, 2024 |
Format:
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