If you’ve been sued or need to bring legal action, you may be eligible for assistance from the Texas REALTORS® Legal Fund.
Who Is Eligible for Legal Fund Assistance?
Real estate brokers and agents who are members of Texas REALTORS® may apply for assistance. Local REALTOR® associations may also apply.
What Kind of Assistance Is Available?
Monetary assistance may be provided to help defray legal costs. Other assistance, such as filing a friend-of-the-court brief, is sometimes offered as well.
If Approved for Assistance, Will the Legal Fund Pay All My Costs?
No. You will be required to pay 10% of legal fees and expenses up to a maximum of $5,000. Money from the Legal Fund may only be used for litigation costs, not for other expenses, such as a judgment should you lose your case.
What Criteria Are Considered?
Requests must satisfy several criteria. The most important is that the litigation involve an issue that could affect all REALTORS® in Texas or the real estate industry at large. Download the Legal Fund Rules and Regulations.
How Do I Apply?
If you are not requesting funds related to antitrust litigation, please contact the Legal Review Committee for additional information.
If you are an antitrust litigant, send the following information to legalfund@texasrealtors.com:
- Applicant name and contact information
- Applicant legal counsel and legal counsel contact information
- Amount requested.