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Custody modification: Isabel needs $4,800 before the deadline
Isabel needs $4,800 for filing fees and representation in a custody modification before the August deadline.
🇺🇸 Los Angeles, California, United States2,873 views
I'm facing a custody modification. My hearing is scheduled for August, and the filing fees and the lawyer's retainer come to $4,800. 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 the Los Angeles Community Legal 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 $4,800 goes:
• Attorney retainer: $3,650
• Filing and biometrics fees: $660
• Certified translations and document copies: $280
• Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $210
I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
- Isabel
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Thanks for sharing this, Isabel. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Take care.
Praying for you, Isabel. Your post was clear and honest. God bless.