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Legal Solutions for Housing Problems

IDG Legal offers free legal assistance regarding landlord, tenant, and other housing issues, for drivers. You will be able to meet with a lawyer who is volunteering their time pro bono. They will be able to give you general advice about landlord-tenant disputes, pursuing a case in small claims court, New York City housing law, understanding legal documents such as leases or eviction notices, and let you know your rights as a tenant. If appropriate, they will also direct you to other government resources or other nonprofit organizations that can help further your case.

Our partnership is with the New York County Lawyer Association.

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How Much Does This Service Cost?

This service is free. All services are provided by lawyers who are working pro bono and volunteering the time and expertise to help.

How do I use this service?

To receive help for a housing issues, contact IDG Legal by submitting the Housing Form. Someone from our partnering organization will reach out to schedule an appointment with a lawyer from there.

What can the lawyer do for me?

Housing services include tenant-landlord disputes, understanding a lease, attending housing court, issues with your lease, help filling out housing-related documents, understanding your rights as a tenant, and more.

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