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A few hours of disability-rights advocate time could save Adrian's home

Looking for a pro bono disability-rights advocate in New York for a case with a deadline in September.

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Adrian N. Ruiz
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Rochester
I'm facing a custody dispute, with a hearing on September. 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 disability-rights advocate licensed in New York 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 Rochester 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. I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
effort
3–6 hours total
format
In person in Rochester
skills
law, advocacy, document review
#pro-bono#legal#legal-aid

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  • Joko Aditya Sihombing 🇮🇩

    I live about 13 km from Rochester. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Can bring a friend.

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  • Jéssica Natália Farias

    It takes guts to ask. Well done. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Greetings from Duluth.

    • Nargis Nasrin Miah

      good luck, Adrian. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Thinking of Rochester

      • Imran B. Ndlovu

        shared it with a few friends. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. All the best.

        • Sandeep P. Bansal

          praying for you, Adrian. Hope this works out for you. Thinking of Rochester

          • Neha A. Mishra

            Praying for you, Adrian. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. All the best.

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