Legal Resources
Free Legal Help Directory
Access free and low-cost legal resources for tenant rights issues in Dallas County. Many organizations offer assistance regardless of income or immigration status.
Emergency Hotlines
Free Legal Aid Organizations
Texas Tenants' Union
NonprofitFree tenants' rights workshops (2nd or 3rd Monday at 6:30pm online), one-on-one counseling, and organizing assistance. Serving Texas tenants for 40+ years.
Services:
Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas
Legal AidFree civil legal services for low-income residents including housing, eviction defense, and tenant rights cases. Landlord-tenant hotline: 855-548-8457
Services:
Dallas Volunteer Attorney Program (DVAP)
Legal AidPro bono legal services connecting low-income Dallas residents with volunteer attorneys.
Services:
Texas RioGrande Legal Aid (TRLA)
Legal AidProvides free legal services throughout Texas including housing and tenant rights.
Services:
Lone Star Legal Aid
Legal AidFree civil legal assistance for low-income Texans in housing matters.
Services:
Dallas Bar Association Lawyer Referral
Referral ServiceReferral service to find attorneys. Initial consultations are typically $20 for 30 minutes.
Services:
Government Agencies
Dallas Code Compliance
Report housing code violations, unsafe conditions, and property maintenance issues.
Texas Attorney General - Consumer Protection
File complaints about deceptive business practices by landlords or property managers.
HUD Fair Housing (Region VI)
Report housing discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or family status.
Texas Department of Housing
State housing resources and emergency rental assistance programs.
When to Seek Legal Help
- •You received an eviction notice or court summons
- •Your landlord refuses to make necessary repairs
- •Your security deposit wasn't returned within 30 days
- •You're being harassed or retaliated against
- •You believe you're experiencing housing discrimination
- •Your landlord illegally locked you out
- •You have health/safety issues landlord won't address
- •You need help understanding your lease terms
Disclaimer: This directory is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. The Lofts at Sylvan Thirty Tenant Association is not a law firm and cannot provide legal representation. Always consult with a licensed attorney for your specific situation. Information is current as of our last update but may change.
Can't Find What You Need?
Contact us and we'll try to connect you with the right resource for your situation.
Contact Our Association