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• What are the Defenses to Eviction? (FAQs)

  How can you tell if you have a defense to eviction? What are the defenses? Read More

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  Southeast Louisiana Legal Services (New Orleans office)

• What Rights Do Tenants Have in Evictions? (FAQs)

  Can my landlord lock me out? What's the eviction process? Read More

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  Southeast Louisiana Legal Services (New Orleans office)

• My Landlord Sold My Apartment! Now What? (Article)

  You might have to move out, but you're entitled to notice. Plus how to demand your security deposit. Read More

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  Southeast Louisiana Legal Services (New Orleans office)

• Flood and Fire Victims' Rights as Tenants (FAQs)

  Common questions asked by tenants who suffer flood or fire damage. Read More

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  Southeast Louisiana Legal Services (New Orleans office)

• Answer to Eviction (Form)

  Sample answer to an eviction lawsuit. Read More

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  Southeast Louisiana Legal Services (New Orleans office)

• Early Lease Cancellation--Can I Do It? (FAQs)

  Find out more about when and how a renter might be able to get out of a lease before the lease term is over. Read More

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  Southeast Louisiana Legal Services (New Orleans office)

• Just Moved to Louisiana? 7 Ways Landlord-Tenant Law is Different (Article)

  Residential rentals are governed by the Uniform Residential Landlord-Tenant Act (URLTA) in many states. Not Louisiana. Here are 7 important ways landlord-tenant law is different in the Sportsman's Paradise. Read More

• Louisiana Leases - What you should know before you sign (FAQs)

  Questions and answers about leases and what a tenant should think about before signing a lease. Read More

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  Southeast Louisiana Legal Services (New Orleans office)

• What Happens if the House I Rent is Foreclosed On? (Article)

  Your landlord can be penalized for failing to notify you. Find out long you can stay in your home. Read More

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  Southeast Louisiana Legal Services (New Orleans office)

• Toolkit for Navigating the Criminal Background Screening Policy of the Housing Authority of New Orleans (FAQs & Forms)

  Frequently asked questions, sample letters and more. Read More

• Justices of the Peace & Constables Directory (Social Resource)

  Link to Justices of the Peace & Constables Directory from the Louisiana Attorney General. Content Detail

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  Louisiana Attorney General