A woman in a denim shirt discusses paperwork with another person across a table.

Housing · Tenant & legal help

Atlanta Legal Aid Home Defense Program

Offered by Atlanta Legal Aid Society

Open year-roundApply anytime. Applications are reviewed as they come in.

About

About This Program

Get legal help when foreclosure or harmful mortgage practices threaten your home.

Get legal help when foreclosure or harmful mortgage practices threaten your home. How to apply: Apply through Atlanta Legal Aid's online intake or call the Fulton office at 404-524-5811 and ask about Home Defense.

Eligibility

Who Can Apply

  • Homeowners facing loss of their home, predatory mortgage practices or wrongful loan-modification denial
  • Legal Aid income screening applies; some exceptions are available

Area served: Fulton County

The offer

What's Offered

  • Legal advice, referrals and possible representation

Cost: Free

Get ready

What You'll Need

Not provided yet.

Key dates

Dates

OpensYear-round
DeadlineRolling
Last reviewedNov 2, 2026

Keep exploring

More Housing Resources

Stay in the Loop

Stay Connected to Atlanta Resources.

Choose Business Resources or Housing Resources for updates from ATL Vibes & Views.

Get Resources Updates