Eviction Defense & Legal Services
UCHC provides free legal help to eligible Detroit residents facing eviction or other housing problems. We can help you understand your rights, review your court papers, and figure out what to do next.
Have an eviction hearing coming up? Call the Eviction Defense Helpline at (313) 725-4646.
If you have court papers, keep them handy so you can share your case number and hearing date.
Do you need emergency shelter? Call CAM Detroit at (313) 305-0311 to ask about shelter and other services for people experiencing homelessness.
How We Can Help
UCHC provides free legal help to eligible Detroit residents with housing problems. Our attorneys can explain your rights, review your papers, and help you understand what to do next. Depending on your case, an attorney may give you advice or represent you in court.
Who We Help
We help Detroit renters facing eviction, including renters who are behind on rent, have problems with unsafe conditions, or are at risk of losing a Section 8 voucher or other rental subsidy. We also help eligible residents with mortgage foreclosure, tax foreclosure, and land contract disputes.
If you’re unsure whether you qualify, call the Eviction Defense Helpline at (313) 725-4646.
What to Bring to Court
Bring any papers you have about your housing or your case, including:
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Notices from your landlord and any court papers
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Your lease, land contract, or other housing agreement
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Rent receipts, money order stubs, or other proof of payment
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Section 8 or other rental subsidy paperwork, if it applies
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Photos, repair requests, or messages about the problem
Detroit’s Right to Counsel Ordinance
UCHC administers Detroit’s Right to Counsel Ordinance in partnership with Michigan Legal Services, Lakeshore Legal Aid, and Legal Aid and Defender Association. The program connects eligible Detroit renters facing eviction with a free attorney.