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Family reunification petition: Shawn needs $3,400 before the deadline
Shawn needs $3,400 for filing fees and representation in a family reunification petition before the September deadline.
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I'm facing a family reunification petition. My hearing is scheduled for September, 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 the Sheffield 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 $3,400 goes:
• Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $175
• Filing and biometrics fees: $640
• Attorney retainer: $2,585
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
- Shawn
Updates from Shawn
Good news. Because of your gifts ($1,167 in total) the plan for court-appointed interpreter and travel is now scheduled. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
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“Get well soon. My cousin told me about this one. - Istanbul”
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“You got this. Hope the September deadline works out. - Hubballi”
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Thinking of you and your family, Shawn. Hope this works out for you. Love from Dar es Salaam.
Rooting for you, Shawn. Hope this works out for you. Blessings.
Praying for you, Shawn. Shared it with a few friends. I hope September is when things finally get easier. Thinking of Sheffield.
stay strong, Shawn. This could happen to any of us. It's not much but it's yours
shared this with my family. My neighbor in Lahore donated after I showed her your page. Thinking of Sheffield.
everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Sent it to 30 people at work.
Wishing you peace, Shawn. This could happen to any of us.
Wishing you peace, Shawn. Your post was clear and honest. Don't give up. Greetings from Calgary.
Good luck, Shawn. Shared this with my family