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Housing Law

Housing Law: Gavel with House

Housing Law Support for Florida Veterans & Families

Keeping a safe and stable place to live is important for every family. If you’re facing eviction, struggling with a landlord, or worried about losing your home, we are here to help you understand your options and take action.

We assist veterans and income-qualified individuals with housing-related legal matters, helping you protect your rights, avoid displacement when possible, and maintain access to secure housing.

Areas We Can Help With

We help you stay in your home whenever possible.

Eviction Defense & Prevention

If you’ve received an eviction notice or are worried your landlord may try to remove you from your home, we may be able to help with:

  • Reviewing the eviction notice or claim
  • Identifying possible defenses
  • Communicating with landlords or property managers
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We help you understand and respond to foreclosure risk.

Foreclosure Prevention

Losing a home can be frightening. We may be able to assist with:

  • Understanding your rights as a homeowner
  • Exploring options to prevent foreclosure
  • Reviewing notices and required paperwork
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We help renters and landlords resolve disputes fairly.

Landlord / Tenant Issues

Problems can arise over repairs, safety concerns, lease terms, or communication. We may be able to help with:

  • Lease disputes
  • Repair and maintenance issues
  • Unsafe living conditions or neglected property
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Your deposit should be returned if you met your lease obligations.

Security Deposit Protection

We may be able to assist when:

  • Your deposit is withheld without clear explanation
  • You are charged for damages you did not cause
  • You need guidance on requesting your deposit back
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Housing Rights: What You Should Know

Learn what the law says about:

Eviction: You have the right to a fair process

You cannot be forced out immediately without proper notice.

Repairs & Safety: You have the right to a safe place to live

Landlords are required to meet basic housing standards.

Security Deposits: You have the right to transparency

Your landlord must provide valid reasons for keeping your deposit.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Housing Law

What should I do if I get an eviction notice?

Don’t ignore it. Contact us as soon as possible — you may have options to contest it or work out an agreement.

Can a landlord refuse to return my security deposit?

Not without specific reasons and documentation. If you believe it was withheld unfairly, we can help.

What if I’m living in unsafe or unhealthy conditions?

You have the right to ask for repairs and safe living conditions. We can help you understand how to request these changes.

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We’re here to listen, guide, and help you take the next step.