Establishes the civil right to counsel in eviction proceedings in New York state.

This bill establishes the civil right to counsel in eviction proceedings in New York state. It creates the New York state office of civil representation to provide legal representation and community education. The office will develop programs to guarantee legal representation through designated legal organizations and community outreach through designated community organizations. The bill also mandates that courts notify respondents of their right to obtain legal representation in eviction proceedings.

Establishes the civil right to counsel in eviction proceedings in New York state.

This bill establishes the civil right to counsel in eviction proceedings in New York state. It creates the New York state office of civil representation to provide legal representation and community education. The office will develop programs to guarantee legal representation through designated legal organizations and community outreach through designated community organizations. The bill also mandates that courts notify respondents of their right to obtain legal representation in eviction proceedings.