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Eviction
Legal Information
This section of PALawHelp.org has information and resources about issues relating to Eviction in Pennsylvania.
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Appealing a Landlord/Tenant Judgment for Possession Pro Se
Information from MidPenn Legal Services on how to file an Appeal to the Court of Common Pleas if the Magisterial District Judge rules against you in a lawsuit filed by your landlord. Content Detail
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Appealing the Magisterial District Justice Judgment
Information from Neighborhood Legal Services Association on appealing a District Justice judgment. Content Detail
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A Tenant's Guide to Renting
This handbook from Neighborhood Legal Services Association is designed to address some common problems that you may face as a tenant. It addresses a number issues including Searching for a rental unit; Reviewing and signing your lease; Moving into your new rental unit; Living in your rental unit; and Moving out. [PDF] Content Detail
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Bringing Suit Before a Magisterial District Judge
Consumer information pamphlet from the Pennsylvania Bar Association. [PDF] Content Detail
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Defending a Lawsuit
Information on how to defend a lawsuit from the Erie County Bar Association. Content Detail
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Defending an Action at the District Justice Office
Informational brochure from MidPenn Legal Services outlining the procedure in defending an action at district justice court in central Pennsylvania. Read More
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Ejectment
Information from Southwestern Pennsylvania Legal Services, Inc. on what ejectment is and when it may be used. Content Detail
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Emergency Shelter Allowance
Information from Southwestern Pennsylvania Legal Services, Inc. on the Emergency Shelter Allowance available from the Department of Human Services. Content Detail
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Eviction Procedures in Pennsylvania (Video)
Information from Northwestern Legal Services for tenants in northwestern Pennsylvania on private Landlord/Tenant Law and your rights as a tenant when being evicted by your landlord from your home, including the legal procedures involved in evictions. Presented by Attorney Andrea Amicangelo. March 2011. (9:40) Read More
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Eviction Process Overview - Philadephia County
Overview of the steps in the eviction process in Philadelphia County. Content Detail
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Filing an Appeal of an Eviction (Video)
This video from Neighborhood Legal Services Association outlines the steps that you need to take in order to file an appeal of an eviction decision from the Magisterial District Court to the Court of Common Pleas in Pennsylvania. Specific instructions are given for cases in counties served by Neighborhood Legal Services Association. Read More
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Forms - Pennsylvania Courts
Listing of forms available for use by the public in Pennsylvania Courts. Content Detail
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Hoarding: Know Your Rights
This handbook provides information for people who struggle with hoarding, clutter, and home maintenance problems. Read More
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Homeless Assistance Program
Information on the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services' Homeless Assistance Program and services available to homeless and near homeless individuals and families. Content Detail
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Housing Rights for Victims of Domestic and Sexual Violence in Phiiladelphia County
Flyer describing the housing rights of victims of domestic and sexual violence under local Philadelphia law. Content Detail
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