Utah Legal Services
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No cost Legal and Tenant Help in Utah: Evictions, Court Forms and Free Lawyers
Free legal help in Utah: eviction papers and the 3 business day deadline, Utah Legal Services, the Utah Courts Self Help tools, mediation, and court appointed lawyers.
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Hi friend. Legal problems feel scary, but you have rights. If you got eviction papers, act fast, because the deadline is short. Free help exists.
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I got eviction papers. How long do I have?
You have only 3 business days to respond after you get the Summons and Complaint. Business days leave out weekends and court holidays. If you miss the deadline, you could lose your case automatically. You respond by filing a written Answer with the court.
Official page: utcourts.gov/en/self-help/case-categories/housing/landlord/eviction-tenant.html
How do I file my Answer?
You can file in person at the court clerk's office, with eFiling through My Court Case, by email to your court's email address, or by mail, which is the slowest. Email documents must be PDFs, in English, completely filled out, and in black and white. The page is only for people who rent a home or apartment.
Official page: utcourts.gov/en/self-help/case-categories/housing/landlord/eviction-tenant.html
Where can I get a free lawyer or legal advice?
Utah Legal Services gives free civil legal help to people who can't afford a lawyer. Call 801 328 8891 or apply online. In some cases you may qualify for a court appointed lawyer, like when you face possible jail time or a parent case. Free legal advice clinics with volunteer lawyers are also listed by Utah Courts.
Official page: utcourts.gov/en/self-help/legal-help/finding-legal-help/legal-assist.html
Is there help talking with my landlord?
The Utah Courts eviction page lists Utah Community Action at 801 214 3109 as a mediation contact for talking with your landlord. For rent help and finding housing, it points you to Utah 211.
Official page: utcourts.gov/en/self-help/case-categories/housing/landlord/eviction-tenant.html
Where do I find court forms and help without a lawyer?
Utah Courts Self Help has MyPaperwork, a free interview tool that prepares forms for divorce, parentage and protective order cases. It also has pages on expungement and on protective orders. The Utah State Law Library at 450 South State Street has free legal books and research tools. Call 801 238 7990. Staff can't give legal advice.
Official page: utcourts.gov/en/self-help.html
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Bunkly tip: take a photo of your court papers the day you get them and write down the date. The deadline is short, and the date is your proof.
Who to call in Utah
Here are official places to start. Other places may also help. Each place decides who it can serve, and hours change, so call ahead when you can.
Utah Courts, Eviction Information for Tenants
Explains the 3 business day deadline, how to file an Answer, and what happens next.
Official page: utcourts.gov/en/self-help/case-categories/housing/landlord/eviction-tenant.html
Utah Courts Self Help
MyPaperwork, protective order help, expungement and divorce information.
Official page: utcourts.gov/en/self-help.html
Utah Courts, Finding Legal Help
Court appointed lawyers, free advice clinics, pro se calendars and law libraries.
Official page: utcourts.gov/en/self-help/legal-help/finding-legal-help/legal-assist.html
Utah State Law Library
Free legal books and research tools at 450 South State Street, Salt Lake City. No legal advice.
Official page: utcourts.gov/en/self-help/legal-help/finding-legal-help/legal-assist.html
Utah Community Action
Listed on the eviction page as a mediation contact for talking with your landlord.
Official page: utcourts.gov/en/self-help/case-categories/housing/landlord/eviction-tenant.html
Volunteers of America Utah, Youth Legal Clinic
Free legal consultation and representation for youth enrolled at the Youth Resource Center.
Official page: voaut.org/get-help/youth-homeless-services
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