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.
New Jersey introduces bill to study impact of lack of counsel in DV matters
A bill introduced in 2024 would create a task force to study the impact of lack of counsel on domestic violence matters.
All about the tenant right to counsel in Kansas City
Kansas City has enacted an ordinance guaranteeing counsel for all tenants facing eviction regardless of income.
PA joins majority of states in establishing RTC for guardianships
As of 2023, there is a right to client-directed counsel in guardianship proceedings regardless of ability to pay.
Federal funding for tenant rep / right to counsel
An increasing number of legal services programs have tapped a number of different federal funding pots to expand tenant representation.
All about Houston’s right to counsel pilot programs
A project provides all tenants counsel in certain Houston housing courts.
St. Louis is 22nd right to counsel jurisdiction
St. Louis has enacted a right to counsel for all tenants facing eviction.
Delaware takes major step towards tenant right to counsel
Delaware's new law entitles tenants to counsel in certain housing matters, but subject to qualifications that fall short of a full right.
Jersey City becomes 21st jurisdiction with tenant right to counsel
Following a push from the North New Jersey DSA, Jersey City has adopted a right to counsel for tenants facing eviction.
Legislature passes discretionary appointment for some kids
In TPR matters brought based on commission of a sex offense resulting in conception of the child, the court may appoint counsel.
Nevada guarantees / strengthens counsel for children in abuse matters
A court must appoint counsel for a child in an abuse/neglect proceeding.
CO enacts RTC for parents in due process appeals where parent prevailed below
Parents of students with a disability have the right to counsel in due process appeals where they prevailed below.
Montana guarantees child-directed counsel for children
A court must appoint counsel for a child in an abuse or termination matter and may assign counsel for appeals.
