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Custody modification: Nuria needs $3,400 before the deadline

Nuria needs $3,400 for filing fees and representation in a custody modification before the October deadline.

🇺🇸 Aurora, Illinois, United States1,752 views
Nuria B. Fernández
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Aurora
I'm facing a custody modification. My hearing is scheduled for October, and the filing fees and the lawyer's retainer come to $3,400. 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 $3,400 goes: • Attorney retainer: $2,600 • Filing and biometrics fees: $380 • Certified translations and document copies: $240 • Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $180 If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people. - Nuria
#legal#immigration#family

Updates from Nuria

  1. Good news. Because of your gifts ($487 in total) we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

  2. We're at 18% thanks to 13 of you. the plan for certified translations and document copies is now scheduled. More news soon.

Donations

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  • Swati E. Bajpai 🇮🇳 · $250

    “Stay strong. Shared with friends too. - Surat”

  • Anonymous 🇳🇬 · $100
  • Yash H. Dhawan 🇮🇳 · $100
  • Moumita Sabina Ali 🇮🇳 · $75.50
  • Hari C. Ramachandran 🇮🇳 · $75
  • Anonymous 🇬🇧 · $67
  • Serenity S. Marshall 🇺🇸 · $50

    “Keep your head up. Hope the October deadline works out. - Bellevue”

  • Mona Manal Gaber 🇸🇦 · $30
  • Gerhard R. Mokoena 🇿🇦 · $25
  • Anonymous 🇮🇳 · $25
  • Akoth Akello Ngowi 🇺🇬 · $25

    “God bless. Hope the October deadline works out. - Jinja”

  • Ratul Mizanur Sen 🇮🇳 · $20

    “Be well. Thought of Nuria all day after reading this. - Mumbai”

  • Anonymous 🇺🇸 · $20
  • Teodoro F. Garcia 🇵🇭 · $20
  • Anonymous 🇲🇽 · $20
  • Carolina Giovana Medeiros 🇧🇷 · $20

    “Praying for you. Thought of Nuria all day after reading this. - Londrina”

  • Amir Hamza Hamdan 🇪🇬 · $20
  • Madhuri F. Shah 🇮🇳 · $20

    “Good luck. Hope you get the rest soon. - Jabalpur”

  • Dũng Đạt Do 🇻🇳 · $15
  • Mercedes G. Cordero 🇺🇸 · $15

    “My father told me about this one. - Chattanooga”

Reviews

4.6(5 reviews)

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  • Chukwuemeka Segun Oladipo🇳🇬Verified donor
    Very responsive and caring

    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

  • Samuel F. Stone🇺🇸Verified donor
    Patient and understanding

    The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.

  • Franziska Anna Schmidt🇩🇪Verified donor
    Great help in a difficult time

    The difference this person made in my life cannot be overstated. They were patient, kind, and persistent in helping me find solutions. Truly exceptional.

  • Danjuma Paul Uzor🇳🇬Verified donor
    Delivered on promises

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

  • Oskar Ben Sauer🇩🇪Verified helper
    Practical and effective help

    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

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  • Felipe Marcos Castro

    Take care, Nuria. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. My sister had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. All the best.

    • Emma Mathilde Bernard

      I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I'm in social work myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you.

      • Nneka NwankwoPhoto verified

        Hang in there, Nuria. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier

        • Sade Abosede LasisiQuestion

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

          • Nuria B. FernándezOwnerAnswer

            Everything on the list is an amount I've been quoted or invoiced. attorney retainer comes first ($2,600) and I'll update the page as each thing gets paid.

        • Raymond S. Douglas

          Wishing you peace, Nuria. Shared it with a few friends. Greetings from Mumbai.

          • Willow Schneider

            So sorry you're going through this, Nuria. Your post was clear and honest. God bless.

            • Romeo J. Dela Cruz

              Stay strong, Nuria. I hope things turn around soon. Thinking of Aurora

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