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Welcome to EvictionDefenderNY

We are nonprofit legal aid organizations working together 

in upstate New York and Long Island

to help you stay in your home

 

Apply for legal help

 

  1. Answer a few questions about your eviction case
  2. If you qualify, we match you to a legal aid organization near you.
  3. They will contact you for an appointment.

Apply now

If you don't qualify for a free lawyer, we have resources to help you understand your options. 


 

Learn how to handle your eviction

Visit our guide to get step-by-step information about eviction cases.

You can also learn about security deposits, housing discrimination, mobile home rules, and how to bring a case against your landlord.

Learn more

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Who we are

EvictionDefenderNY brings together nonprofit legal service organizations across upstate New York and Long Island. We give renters clear information, connect them with free legal help when possible, and support them through the eviction process.

 

Our partners: