Press Releases
Civil Right to Counsel

Large Number of People Who Face Foreclosures Don’t Have a Lawyer

New York - A new in-depth study by the Brennan Center for Justice released Oct. 6, 2009, shows that disturbing numbers of families face foreclosure proceedings without the aid of legal counsel.

– 10/06/09

“Right to Counsel” Bill for Low-Income Seniors

Today, New York City Councilmember Rosie Mendez introduced a new law that will give low-income senior citizens the right to have an attorney represent them in fighting eviction from their apartments or foreclosure of their homes.

– 11/15/07