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Asylum application: Michael needs $3,750 before the deadline
An asylum application deadline is approaching and Michael can't afford the lawyer.
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I'm facing an asylum application. My hearing is scheduled for November, and the filing fees and the lawyer's retainer come to $3,750. 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 Lexington 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.
Funds cover only the filing fees, translations and attorney retainer.
Where the $3,750 goes:
• Attorney retainer: $2,650
• Filing and biometrics fees: $730
• Certified translations and document copies: $125
• Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $245
Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
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Take care, Michael. Shared it with a few friends. My husband and I read this together.
Sending love, Michael. Hope this works out for you. Don't give up
Take care. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Thinking of Lexington
keep going, Michael. I hope things turn around soon.
Gave what I could, wish it was more. My neighbor in Manila donated after I showed her your page
Hope it all works out, Michael. I hope things turn around soon. Blessings
Sending strength. Gave what I could, wish it was more. We're a small family in Duisburg but we're thinking of you!
Hope things get better soon. Shared this with my family. Greetings from Riverside
Praying for you. This could happen to any of us. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. God bless.
Best of luck, Michael. Your post was clear and honest. Greetings from Columbus.
hope you get there. We're a small family in Jakarta Barat but we're thinking of you. All the best!
Wishing you the best. This could happen to any of us. Put this on a community board in Chandler this morning.
Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Please keep us posted. Greetings from Bronx.
I hope things turn around soon. Put this on a community board in Jakarta Barat this morning. All the best.
Sending good thoughts, Michael. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Take care.