An Act to equalize counsel in eviction proceedings

This bill amends Massachusetts eviction laws to allow businesses, such as trusts, corporations, and limited liability companies, to represent themselves in court without hiring a lawyer. Currently, individuals must have legal representation in these proceedings, but this change would grant similar rights to corporate entities facing eviction cases. The measure aims to balance the legal playing field by permitting organizations to handle their own defense in summary process hearings. It does not affect the ability of individual landlords or tenants to hire attorneys or represent themselves.