Eviction Defense Center is a specialized legal services provider dedicated exclusively to protecting tenants from eviction in the Bay Area. Since 1996, the firm has offered free and sliding-scale legal representation to low-income individuals and families, establishing itself as a critical resource for housing justice in Alameda County and the City of Richmond.
The center takes a client-centered approach, focusing on preventing homelessness by aggressively defending tenants’ rights through direct legal advocacy, education, and rental assistance support. Their experienced team understands the local housing laws deeply and works to empower vulnerable renters facing unlawful evictions, wrongful rent increases, or predatory landlord practices.
Services Offered
- Eviction defense
- Free legal services for low-income tenants
- Sliding-scale legal representation
- Rental assistance application processing
- Tenant rights education and advocacy
- Insurance-related legal advice (Insurance attorney)
Services are available in both English and Spanish, reflecting the center’s commitment to accessibility for diverse communities throughout Alameda County and the City of Richmond.
