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Family reunification petition: Leif needs $2,050 before the deadline
Help Leif 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 October, and the filing fees and the lawyer's retainer come to $2,050. 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 $2,050 goes:
• Attorney retainer: $1,800
• Certified translations and document copies: $170
• Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $80
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
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Sending love, Leif. This could happen to any of us.
how is Leif doing now?
wishing you peace, Leif. Shared this with my family. God bless.
Hang in there, Leif. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. God bless
Thinking of you and your family, Leif. I hope things turn around soon. I went through something like this 14 years ago and strangers helped me out. All the best
Hope it all works out, Leif. Looking forward to the next update. Take care