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A few hours of consumer-debt lawyer time could save Shawn's home

Legal aid is overbooked; a few hours of professional help would change the outcome for Shawn.

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Shawn S. West
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Bristol
I'm facing a benefits termination I'm appealing, with a hearing on October. I earn too much to qualify for legal aid on paper, but not nearly enough to pay a lawyer's retainer. I'm looking for a qualified consumer-debt lawyer licensed in England who might be able to review my documents, prepare me for the hearing, or take the case pro bono or on a reduced fee. I've organized my documents chronologically, and I'll share them with the lawyer who agrees to help. I can travel to your office in Bristol or meet online. I understand that the time of a lawyer is valuable, and I'm deeply grateful for any help or for suggestions of organizations that could assist. You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
effort
3–6 hours total
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In person in Bristol
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law, advocacy, document review

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  • Aarti C. Srivastava 🇮🇳

    I live about 20 km from Bristol. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Happy to chat first.

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    Changed my perspective

    I was skeptical at first, but this person proved to be reliable and genuinely interested in helping. Their response time was incredible and their solutions were practical.

  • Sneha J. Ranade🇮🇳Verified helper
    Changed my perspective

    The difference this person made in my life cannot be overstated. They were patient, kind, and persistent in helping me find solutions. Truly exceptional.

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    Reliable and compassionate

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

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  • Keep going, Shawn. Looking forward to the next update. I went through something like this 2 years ago and strangers helped me out. Take care

    • Take care, Shawn. Shared it with a few friends. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like.

      • keep going. This could happen to any of us. After 16 years in teaching I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Thinking of Bristol.

        • So sorry you're going through this, Shawn. Hope you get there. I'm in retail myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Blessings

          • Sending strength, Shawn. I hope things turn around soon. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Blessings.

            • reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I have a 17 year old who wants to send good wishes too.

              • Rooting for you. Shared this with my family. Don't give up. Thinking of Bristol

                • Hope things get better soon. It takes guts to ask. Well done. I hope October is when things finally get easier. All the best.

                  • hope things get better soon, Shawn. Hope you get there.

                    • Take care, Shawn. I hope things turn around soon. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day.

                      • Best of luck. I hope things turn around soon. Sent it to 12 people at work. Take care.

                        • Sending strength, Shawn. Your post was clear and honest. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money.

                          • Hope it all works out, Shawn. Hope this works out for you. Blessings.

                            • shared this with my family. My husband and I read this together. Thinking of Bristol

                              • Sending strength. I hope things turn around soon. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust.

                                • Hope it all works out, Shawn. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Wish I lived closer to Mumbai so I could bring a meal. Take care.

                                  • Take care. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust. Take care

                                    • Tejal BhavsarPhoto verified

                                      sending good thoughts, Shawn. I hope things turn around soon. My neighbor in Jakarta Selatan donated after I showed her your page.

                                      • keep going, Shawn. I hope things turn around soon. Don't be hard on yourself for asking.

                                        • Praying for you, Shawn. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Greetings from Bahir Dar

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