Houston Volunteer Lawyers, Housing Legal Aid

Houston Bar Association / Houston Volunteer Lawyers

Available Home Repair

About This Program

Houston Volunteer Lawyers, Housing Legal Aid is available in Houston, TX.

Houston Volunteer Lawyers (HVL), the pro bono arm of the Houston Bar Association, connects low-income Harris County residents with volunteer attorneys for free civil legal help, including housing matters such as foreclosure defense, deed and title issues, landlord-tenant disputes, and estate planning. HVL is the largest pro bono legal services provider in Harris County.

Not a direct home repair grant; legal help can protect homeownership and resolve title issues blocking repair program eligibility.

Official source site checked live on 2026-06-22.

Data last verified 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.

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Key Details

  • Must be low-income Harris County resident
  • Provides free civil legal help, no criminal cases
  • Covers foreclosure, deed/title, landlord-tenant, wills, and veterans' issues
  • Call 713-228-0735 for intake; 713-228-0732 direct intake line
  • Staffed by thousands of volunteer private attorneys

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

713-228-0735

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Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
  • Proof of military service (DD-214) and, for disability-based grants, your VA disability rating letter.
  • Documentation of disability (award letter or a physician's statement) if the program is disability-based.
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Download this checklist (PDF)

Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Contact program

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Frequently asked questions

Who qualifies for Houston Volunteer Lawyers, Housing Legal Aid in Houston?

Houston Volunteer Lawyers, Housing Legal Aid is available in Houston, TX. It prioritizes low-income households. It serves seniors. It serves veterans and military families.

How do I apply for Houston Volunteer Lawyers, Housing Legal Aid in Houston, TX?

Apply directly with Houston Bar Association / Houston Volunteer Lawyers using the official program link on this page or call 713-228-0735. There is no middleman and no fee.

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