Empowering California renters through information, education, and housing resources.
If you have questions about a notice, rent issue, or another housing concern, you can begin by completing the short form below. The information you submit helps us provide legal information and connect you with the right resources.
After completing the form, you will receive educational materials and, when appropriate, referrals to legal aid organizations that may be able to offer legal advice or representation.
If you need legal advice or legal representation, the following organizations may be able to help. They are separate from this project.
https://lawhelpca.org
Statewide directory of free and low-cost legal aid organizations.
https://www.laaconline.org/find-legal-help/
Search legal aid providers by location.
Depending on your county, this may include:
Bay Area Legal Aid
Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles
Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles
Central California Legal Services
Inland Counties Legal Services
Legal Aid Society of San Diego
…and others listed through LawHelpCA.
Emergency Support
Dial 211
Connects you to rental assistance, shelters, food programs, and crisis services.
Many counties offer renter counseling, mediation, or emergency relief programs.
Rental Assistance
https://housing.ca.gov
Information on current statewide renter protections and resource programs.
After you complete the intake form, we can send information about assistance programs in your area.
Mediation & Problem-Solving
Some disputes can be addressed through mediation.
Your county may offer:
Community mediation centers
Rent boards or rent stabilization offices
Housing counseling programs