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.
April 17, 2026
Presumption of capacity and capacity determinations bill dies
A 2026 bill would have provided counsel to unrepresented individuals in matters related to determinations of their capacity.
April 14, 2026
All about the right to counsel for evictions in NYC
NYC is the first jurisdiction in the country to establish a right to counsel for low-income tenants in eviction cases, and is looking to expand.
April 13, 2026
Housing First and Housing for All Fund bills die
Two 2026 bills would've created a fund to be used for a variety of purposes, including for a right to counsel or representation in eviction.
