Civil RTC News
This page lists all of the most recent developments on civil right to counsel across the country. These could be newly created rights to counsel, significant publications, public events, advocacy efforts, or other things that don’t fit into a neat category.
January 6, 2026
All about Connecticut’s eviction right to counsel
In May 2021, Connecticut became the third state to enact a statewide right to counsel for indigent tenants facing eviction.
January 5, 2026
A 2026 bill would’ve created an access to counsel in eviction task force
The task force created by HB 1181 would have reviewed the eviction process and potential funding to increase access to counsel for tenants.
January 2, 2026
Law360 cites RTC as major access to justice issue for 2026
Law360 listed right to counsel as one of the "Legal Fights Set To Define Access To Justice In 2026".
