Fair Access to Legal Counsel Act of 2024

This bill requires federal courts to inform self-represented (pro se) litigants in civil cases - particularly those involving housing, employment, health, or civil rights - about their right to request appointed counsel if they cannot afford a lawyer. Courts must then evaluate requests using specific, objective factors like case complexity, the litigant's ability to navigate legal procedures (considering disabilities, language barriers, or education), and whether the opposing party has legal representation. The bill also prohibits denying requests solely because a case hasn't yet been ruled on and mandates privacy protections for sensitive personal details shared during the process. Additionally, it requires courts to submit biennial reports to Congress on how the new process affects case outcomes and access to justice.