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Custody modification: Mercedes needs $2,100 before the deadline
Mercedes needs $2,100 for filing fees and representation in a custody modification before the October deadline.
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I'm facing a custody modification. My hearing is scheduled for October, and the filing fees and the lawyer's retainer come to $2,100. 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 $2,100 goes:
• Attorney retainer: $1,700
• Filing and biometrics fees: $210
• Certified translations and document copies: $120
• Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $70
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Thinking of you. It takes guts to ask. Well done. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Take care.
Wishing you the best, Mercedes. 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.
Keep going, Mercedes. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Don't be hard on yourself for asking.