Tacoma Pro Bono

What should you do if you’ve received a summons and complaint for ‘unlawful detainer’ – that is, eviction? If you are low income, you may be eligible to have one of our Housing Justice Project attorneys represent you in court. It is OK if you haven’t been able to reach our program to get help – if you have a date for a ‘show cause’ hearing, all you need to do is show up for that hearing. You can attend via Zoom or in person. Our paralegals and attorneys will be there to screen you for eligibility so the court can appoint an attorney to represent you. Often the court will also grant a continuance of the hearing so you’ll have a chance to meet with the attorney.