Legal Assistance at EDC
We believe that housing is a basic human right. EDC fights to uphold this right, providing legal assistance to help people stay in their homes and protecting San Francisco’s most vulnerable populations.
When facing landlords and their attorneys and a complete legal system, everyday people struggle to defend their rights in court. EDC provides free legal representation and support to help level the playing field.
As the lead organization in the city’s Tenant Right to Counsel program, EDC partners with organizations across the city to provide full-scope legal representation to tenants facing eviction. Each year, we provide free legal services to more than 5,000 city residents.
Summons & Complaint
If you have received a Summons & Complaint (example below) or have been served a notice to quit, call the legal assistance line at (415) 659-9184 or email us at legal@evictiondefense.org.
EDC is a lifeline for people faced with losing their homes. We are here to help.
For immediate legal assistance, call (415) 659-9184 or email legal@evictiondefense.org.
EDC also has three walk-in clinics across San Francisco, providing legal and additional social services and support to anyone in need. Our Right to Counsel coordinators meet with clients and act as ‘navigators’ to help identify needs, coordinate with the right resources, and support our legal team.
Main Tenant Right to Counsel Clinic
If you are facing eviction and receive a Summons & Complaint for unlawful detainer, please contact Eviction Defense Collaborative at (415) 659-9184, email us at legal@evictiondefense.org, or come to our clinic, located at 976 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94103.
Open for drop-ins on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. – 2:30p.m.
Bayview-Hunters Point Tenants’ Rights & Legal Clinic
Are you having trouble with your landlord, Section 8 housing, or the Housing Authority? There’s help in Bayview-Hunters Point. Eviction Defense Collaborative and the Housing Rights Committee of San Francisco are partnering to provide legal advice to tenants at our Bayview Office, located at 2145 Keith Street, San Francisco, CA 94124.Call 415-808-5662 or email Bayview@EvictionDefense.org to make an appointment.
Open for drop-ins Tuesdays from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Mission Tenants’ Rights & Legal Clinic
The Eviction Defense Collaborative and the Latino Task Force are partnering to provide legal advice to tenants in the Mission. Appointments are open to all San Francisco residents, regardless of where you live in the city at our Mission office, located at 701 Alabama Street, San Francisco, CA 94110. Call or text 415-532-7275 or email LTFhub@gmail.com to make an appointment.
Open for drop-ins on Thursdays from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Drop In Hours
You may also visit SFServiceGuide.org for guided help on eviction-related issues during non-business hours.
