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Asylum application: Dieter needs $2,750 before the deadline

Dieter needs $2,750 for filing fees and representation in an asylum application before the January deadline.

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Dieter Simon
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Dortmund
I'm facing an asylum application. My hearing is scheduled for January, and the filing fees and the lawyer's retainer come to $2,750. I have been told by three legal-aid offices that their waiting list is longer than my deadline. I have all of my paperwork ready, and my caseworker at Dortmund Welcome Centre has confirmed that my case is valid. If I miss the deadline I could lose my right to stay with my family and my job. My children were born here and this is the only home they know. I'll share any non-sensitive updates as the case moves along. The money goes to the immigration attorney's trust account and the court filing office. I'll upload receipts with sensitive details removed. Where the $2,750 goes: • Attorney retainer: $2,100 • Filing and biometrics fees: $290 • Certified translations and document copies: $210 • Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $150 Thanks for being kind about this.
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Updates from Dieter

  1. Thank you all. We're at 41% now ($1,126). I'm honestly stunned. the first invoice got paid this week.

  2. Thank you all. We're at 12% now ($322). I'm honestly stunned. the plan for court-appointed interpreter and travel is now scheduled.

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  • Levi W. NorrisQuestion

    Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Dieter

    • Dieter SimonOwnerAnswer

      Sure. The biggest one is attorney retainer, $2,100. The rest is in the list at the bottom of the post and I'll upload receipts as I pay each one. Thanks, that means a lot.

  • Alexandra K. Watts

    Stay strong, Dieter. This could happen to any of us. Greetings from Asaba

    • Amparo J. Contreras

      I hope things turn around soon. Love from Bangkok!

      • Wyatt T. Sandoval

        You're not alone. I hope things turn around soon. My neighbor in Warangal donated after I showed her your page.

        • Ishrat Ayesha Hasan

          hang in there, Dieter. Looking forward to the next update. Greetings from Peoria

          • Kerem Ünal

            You're not alone, Dieter. Looking forward to the next update. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry.

            • Rosa M. Campos

              hang in there, Dieter. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust. Blessings.

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