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Commons Law Center

Last updated Apr 2026

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Sliding-scale legal services nonprofit with broader income eligibility than traditional legal aid. Covers housing/eviction defense, family law, estate planning, probate, and small business law. Demonstrated effectiveness through models like assisting 80% of morning eviction docket. Strong fill-in for clients who don't qualify for Oregon Law Center but can't afford private representation.

Services offered

Legal aid

Who it's for

Low-income

Eligibility

Broad income eligibility — sliding scale rather than strict cutoff. Portland Metro residents.

Location

Commons Law Center

12725 SW 66th Ave, Suite 102

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