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Custody modification: Eduardo needs $200 before the deadline
A custody modification deadline is approaching and Eduardo can't afford the lawyer.
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I'm facing a custody modification. My hearing is scheduled for September, and the filing fees and the lawyer's retainer come to $200. 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 a local immigrant rights clinic 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 $200 goes:
• Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $60
• Filing and biometrics fees: $90
• Certified translations and document copies: $50
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- Eduardo
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Rooting for you. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Put this on a community board in Depok this morning. Love from Depok!
thinking of you and your family, Eduardo. Your post was clear and honest. Sent it to 20 people at work. Love from Istanbul
Hang in there. Shared this with my family. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too.
Wishing you the best. I hope things turn around soon. Don't give up