Summary of Services
- (888) 780-0443 (office hours only)
- Free legal information and guidance for tenants facing eviction
- Education on tenant rights and responsibilities under Florida law
- Assistance in understanding eviction notices and court processes
- Referrals to legal aid organizations and housing advocates
- Connections to rental assistance and emergency housing resources
- Information about available community support services
- Not a 24-hour hotline
Helping Individuals Experiencing Housing Instability
The Florida Legal Services Toll-Free Eviction Prevention Line is a free resource that supports Florida residents experiencing housing instability or who are at risk of eviction. By offering accessible legal information, guidance, and support, the service helps individuals better understand their rights as tenants and the steps involved in the eviction process.
Calling (888) 780-0443 during office hours (it's not a 24-hour helpline) will put Florida residents in touch with assistance in navigating court procedures, interpreting eviction notices, and learning the options available for their specific situation. The line also connects individuals to relevant rental assistance programs, housing support services, and community resources that may help stabilize their housing circumstances.
Providing Community Referrals For Tenants
In addition, the program provides referrals to legal aid organizations and other advocacy services that can offer more in-depth legal support when needed. Overall, the Eviction Prevention Line serves as an entry point for tenants seeking to protect their housing, avoid displacement, and maintain long-term housing stability.
Florida Legal Services also provides a Domestic Violence Legal helpline funded by the Department of children and Families: (850) 385-0611.