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.
All about Louisville’s eviction right to counsel
Louisville is first the Southern city to enact an eviction right to counsel.
Study finds WA tenant RTC improves health
A new report found that Washington State's tenant right to counsel program improved tenant health in several ways.
MA court: Parents have right to counsel in certain private custody cases
The MA Court of Appeals held birth parents are entitled to counsel in permanent custody cases involving awards of custody to a nonparent.
All about the constitutional right to counsel in Ohio adoption cases
The Supreme Court of Ohio ruled that indigent parents in adoption cases have a right to counsel under the Equal Protection Clause.
All about the tenant RTC campaign in Phoenix
A coalition of advocates and government stakeholders have launched an effort to enact a right to counsel for tenants facing eviction.
Maryland extends appropriations for the eviction right to counsel through 2028
In May 2025, Maryland enacted SB 154, extending funding for the eviction right to counsel and modifying task force provisions.
All about Columbus Ohio’s new tenant right to counsel
In Dec 2024, the City of Columbus enacted a right to counsel for certain tenants facing eviction.
Members of Congress introduce federal immigration RTC bill
A bill introduced in Congress would provide a right to counsel for all immigrants facing deportation.
Memphis tenant rep pilot keeps more than 1/3 of tenants in homes
A Memphis-based tenant representation pilot kept more than 1/3 of tenants in their home while delivering other benefits.
