Free Legal and Tenant Help in Oregon: Eviction, Benefits and Court

Call the Eviction Defense Project at 888 585 9638. Leave your name, date of birth and eviction case number on the intake line. It is a joint project of Legal Aid Services of Oregon, the Oregon Law Center and the Center for Non Profit Legal Services.

Official page: lasoregon.org

In Multnomah County, a first appearance is usually set 7 to 14 days after filing, or 15 to 21 days in some nonpayment cases. You must go to the date on your summons. If you don't, the court may rule for the landlord. You can appear in person or remotely. Check your summons.

Official page: courts.oregon.gov/courts/multnomah/go/pages/fed.aspx

In Multnomah County, the Legal Resource Center gives free help with court forms. Call 971 236 8670. The court's Landlord Tenant Department can give case information at 971 274 0545. Court staff can't tell you which notice applies or give legal advice.

Official page: courts.oregon.gov/courts/multnomah/go/pages/fed.aspx

The Portland office helps people with incomes up to 125 percent of the federal poverty level, and sometimes slightly above. You will give income information when you apply. Call 503 224 4086. It serves Clackamas, Hood River, Multnomah, Sherman and Wasco counties.

Official page: oregonlawhelp.org/referrals/legal-aid-services-oregon-portland-regional-office

The Oregon State Bar Modest Means program connects you with local lawyers who charge reduced fees based on income. The first meeting of up to 30 minutes costs no more than $35. Call 503 684 3763 or 800 452 7636, Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm.

Official page: oregonlawhelp.org/referrals/modest-means-program-lawyer-referral-service-oregon-state-bar