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Eviction Defense Self-Help Project

Verified · October 23, 2026

A free weekly clinic by phone for tenants who need to defend against an eviction or who need to lawfully withhold rent. It helps tenants prepare an answer to an eviction summons and deal with repair problems in the rental home. The Duval County Clerk’s flyer says the clinic is for tenants of private landlords, not HUD or Section 8 housing, and is by appointment only.

Call 904-356-8371 Apply / official site
Organization
Jacksonville Area Legal Aid, Inc. (JALA)
Hours
Wednesdays 1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m., virtual or by phone (weekly)
Who qualifies
Tenants of private landlords (not HUD or Section 8) who have been served with an eviction summons or need repair help, per the Clerk's flyer
How to apply
Apply at www.jaxlegalaid.org/apply or call 904-356-8371; clinic is by appointment only
Cost
Free (Clerk flyer: "FREE WEEKLY TELEPHONIC CLINIC FOR TENANTS")
Last verified
October 23, 2026

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