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.
Massachusetts considers tenant right to counsel
Bills have been filed to create a statewide right to counsel in eviction cases, and a statewide coalition has been launched to support them.
All about Boulder’s eviction right to counsel
In Nov 2020, voters in Boulder Colorado approved a ballot initiative establishing a right to counsel for tenants facing eviction.
All about Baltimore’s tenant RTC
The City of Baltimore has enacted a bill to provide all low-income tenants facing eviction with counsel .
Dayton launches tenant rep pilot
The City of Dayton OH has provided funding to run a tenant representation pilot project.
Study finds NYC tenant RTC program improves birth outcomes
A study found that NYC's tenant right to counsel program reduces adverse birth outcomes such as preterm both and low birth weight.
Delaware finally enacts right to counsel for parents
A 2024 change in the law provides indigent parents with counsel at all stages of abuse cases, including termination and reinstatement matters.
Report finds counsel infrequently appointed in guardianship cases despite RTC
A report by Disability Rights Maine found 75% of guardianship respondents lacked counsel despite a state right to counsel law.
Latest Fordham Urban Law Journal issue features CRTC
The latest issue of the Fordham Urban Law Journal has several articles about civil right to counsel, including one by the NCCRC Coordinator.
All about right to counsel efforts in Tulsa and OKC
Tulsa and Oklahoma City are exploring a potential right to counsel for tenants facing eviction.
All about tenant RTC efforts in Richmond VA
The City of Richmond passed a resolution supporting the concept of tenant RTC, which follows a prior $500k budget allocation for representation.
Esteemed panel of judges and advocates explores RTC in various civil areas
Boston College Law hosted a panel in sept 2024 focused on civil right to counsel and featuring both advocates and judges as panelists.
Ohio 5th Dist. joins the 6th in recognizing RTC for minor DV respondents
Two Ohio appellate courts have found a due process right to counsel for juvenile respondents in protective order proceedings.
