When basic human needs are at stake, having a lawyer must be a right, not a luxury.
Featured: Check out the NCCRC’s legislative activity in the 2026 session!
The NCCRC tracks and intervenes on critically important RTC legislation around the country. Read more to see what we've been up to!
Read MoreCivil right to counsel status map
The status map allows you to see recent civil right to counsel activity and established rights to counsel around the U.S.
View The MapCivil right to counsel in the news
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Tenant Right to Counsel
Tenant right to counsel (RTC) is a growing movement across the U.S. As of 2026, 27 jurisdictions (cities, counties, and states) have enacted a version of this right (up from 0 in 2016!). The NCCRC supports the organizers and advocates working to advance tenant RTC. Visit our Tenant RTC resource page for more!
Tenant RTC ResourcesResource Library
Delve into our extensive resource library for comprehensive tools and readings about the right to counsel in civil cases!
