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Family reunification petition: Craig needs $2,250 before the deadline
Help Craig cover the fees of a family reunification petition so He can stay with his family.
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I'm facing a family reunification petition. My hearing is scheduled for July, and the filing fees and the lawyer's retainer come to $2,250. 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 Macon 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 $2,250 goes:
• Attorney retainer: $1,550
• Filing and biometrics fees: $320
• Certified translations and document copies: $250
• Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $130
Thank you for reading my story.
- Craig
Updates from Craig
Wanted to say thank you properly. 83% funded and I met with the attorney and confirmed the amounts.
Good news. Because of your gifts ($1,214 in total) we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
42% there. I made the first payment toward court-appointed interpreter and travel. Thank you.
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Best of luck, Craig. This could happen to any of us. I'll check back for the next update. Thinking of Macon.