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Family reunification petition: Na-young needs $3,000 before the deadline

A family reunification petition deadline is approaching and Na-young cannot afford the lawyer.

🇺🇸 California, United States1,985 views
Na-young Ye-jin Son
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San Diego
I'm facing a family reunification petition. My hearing is scheduled for October, and the filing fees and the lawyer's retainer come to $3,000. 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 San Diego 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. 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 $3,000 goes: • Attorney retainer: $2,600 • Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $220 • Certified translations and document copies: $180 Thank you for reading my story.

Updates from Na-young

  1. Good news. Because of your gifts ($1,213 in total) we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

  2. Thank you all. We're at 16% now ($473). I'm honestly stunned. the plan for court-appointed interpreter and travel is now scheduled.

  3. Thank you all. We're at 11% now ($320). I'm honestly stunned. I met with the attorney and confirmed the amounts.

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    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.

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    Exactly what I needed

    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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    Great help in a difficult time

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    Exactly what I needed

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    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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