Facing Eviction In Texas

Summary

Monica is facing eviction in Texas and received a default judgment. She has paid rent and has proof but did not receive written acknowledgment. She has not contacted any legal aid organizations or spoken to anyone else. She is considering appealing the default judgment but is concerned about the cost. She is unemployed and disabled and has no money after paying rent for the entire year. She is looking for suggestions for legal aid organizations to contact.

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Facing eviction. Received a Default Judgment for Plaintiff in the mail yesterday.
What state are you located in, Monica? This will help me provide the most accurate information regarding eviction laws in your area.
Texas
What is the reason for your eviction? In Texas, landlords must provide a written notice before eviction.
Non-payment of rent. As of yesterday, rent has been paid until the end of the year.
Did you provide your landlord with proof of payment? In Texas, if rent is paid and proof is provided, eviction for non-payment of rent is not valid.
To her and her lawyer.
Did you receive any written acknowledgment of your payment from your landlord or their lawyer?
No, I have not. The Landlord does not live in Houston nor does her lawyer. Proof was sent via email as they requested during the mediation.
Did you keep a copy of the email as proof of your communication? In Texas, maintaining records of such communications can be crucial in legal disputes.
Yes
Have you considered contacting a local legal aid organization for assistance with your eviction case?

Explanation: Legal aid organizations can provide free or low-cost legal help, especially in cases like eviction.
Texas Legal Aid infor.ed me they couldn't help with the initial case because they didn't have the staff. I have not co tacted nor spoke to anyone else.
Have you considered appealing the default judgment in court? In Texas, you generally have 5 days to appeal an eviction judgment.
Yes, but that is more money that I don't have. I am unemployed and disabled and waiting to see what decisions will be made regarding my case. I have no money after paying the rent for the entire year.
Have you tried reaching out to other legal aid organizations or pro bono services in Texas? They might be able to assist you with your appeal.
Is there someone you can suggest?
You may want to consider reaching out to Lone Star Legal Aid or Houston Volunteer Lawyers for assistance. They often provide pro bono services to those in need.
Thank you
You're welcome, Monica. Remember, keep all your payment records and emails as they can be crucial in your case. Good luck!