Tenant Eviction Defense
Get legal help fighting your Oregon eviction.
The Commons Law Center helps low- and moderate-income Oregonians defend against eviction at low or no cost. Looking for help? Start by requesting a consultation using the link below.
More than half of all Oregonians qualify for legal services. A family of four could earn up to $111,000 per year and a single person up to $54,000 and still qualify for services. To see the maximum monthly income by household size, click here.
"The Commons Law Center was so helpful and professional! Going through a legal matter can be very difficult and expensive. They really made the difference! Thank you so much for all your help."
— Thomas C.
We can help you immediately with your eviction defense. Click the button below to request a consultation.
Free Legal Help for Oregon Renters
Legal Aid
Eviction Defense Project
Service Area: All of Oregon
Eligibility: You are likely eligible if you receive a form of public benefits like TANF, SNAP, or OHP.
Available Services:
- Review Court Filings
- 1:1 Consultation
- Representation in Court*
Contact:
Phone: 888-585-9638
Email: evictiondefense@oregonlawcenter.org
Metro Public Defender
Community Law
Service Area: Multnomah County
Eligibility: You are likely eligible if you qualify for rental payment help from Multnomah County
Available Services:
- Review Court Filings or Eviction Notice
- Pre-court Negotiation
- Representation in Court*
Contact:
Call 211 and ask for rental assistance and legal referral. Or, if you have a social services caseworker, ask for a referral to Community Law
The Commons
Tenant Eviction Defense
Service Area: All of Oregon
Eligibility: Over 50% of Oregonians qualify for services, including most people who receive any form of public benefit.
Available Services:
- Review Court Filings or Eviction Notice
- Strategic Legal Assessments
- Representation in Court*
Contact:
Call or text 503-850-0811
Or fill out this questionnaire
* Representation in court depends on the availability of attorneys, ability to appear remotely, and may be subject to qualification.