Tex. Prop. Code Ann. §§ 301.001–301.171 § 301.152
COURT-APPOINTED ATTORNEY.
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Sec. 301.152. COURT-APPOINTED ATTORNEY. On application by a person alleging a discriminatory housing practice or by a person against whom a discriminatory housing practice is alleged, the court may appoint an attorney for the person. Added by Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., ch. 268, Sec. 40, eff. Sept. 1, 1993.
Section 301.152 of the Texas Property Code gives a court the discretionary authority to appoint an attorney for any party involved in a discriminatory housing practice case — whether that party is the person claiming discrimination or the person accused of it. This provision applies once a matter is before the court, and the decision to appoint counsel rests with the judge. It does not guarantee representation but creates a formal legal pathway through which either side may request it.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Tex. Prop. Code § 301.152, a property owner or manager who is named as a respondent in a discriminatory housing practice lawsuit may petition the court for an appointed attorney. Operators who find themselves facing such allegations in a Texas court generally document their compliance practices and understand that this provision offers a potential avenue for legal representation if they cannot otherwise secure counsel. Being aware of this option is part of understanding the full procedural landscape of Texas fair housing litigation.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 301.152 of the Texas Property Code means that a tenant or housing applicant who believes they have experienced a discriminatory housing practice can ask the court to appoint an attorney to represent them in that proceeding. This can be a meaningful option for individuals who face barriers to securing private legal counsel. Those exploring this path may also find it useful to consult a tenant-rights organization or a legal aid office familiar with Texas fair housing law to understand how this provision fits within the broader process.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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