When basic human needs are at stake, having a lawyer must be a right, not a luxury.
Featured: Read about the NCCRC’s year in the PJC’s Annual Report
The Public Justice Center, which created/hosts the NCCRC, has released its annual report featuring a description of the NCCRC's 2025 activities.
Read MoreCivil right to counsel status map
The status map allows you to see recent civil right to counsel activity and established rights to counsel around the U.S.
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Tenant Right to Counsel
Tenant right to counsel (RTC) is a growing movement across the U.S. As of 2024, over 20 jurisdictions (cities, counties, and states) have enacted a version of this right (up from 0 in 2016!). The NCCRC supports the organizers and advocates working to advance tenant RTC. Visit our Tenant RTC resource page for more!
Tenant RTC ResourcesResource Library
Delve into our extensive resource library for comprehensive tools and readings about the right to counsel in civil cases!
