Landlord-Tenant

Attorney Representation for Indigent Tenants

A new law in 2021 created a right to counsel for indigent tenants. If you would like an attorney, you must be screened to find out if you qualify:

Call Skagit Legal Aid at 360-230-8100, or
Call the Eviction Defense Screening Line at 1-855-657-8387, or
Apply online for help at https://nwjustice.org/apply-online
San Juan County Superior Court’s Standing Order for Appointment of Counsel for Indigent Defendants in Unlawful Detainers
Motion and Order for Appointment of Counsel - which must be filled out by Skagit Legal Aid or Northwest Justice Project confirming that you qualify for appointment of counsel