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Justice shouldn't depend on a bank balance: Beth's residency renewal

Beth needs $3,000 for filing fees and representation in a residency renewal before the June deadline.

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Beth C. Parker
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Baton Rouge
I'm facing a residency renewal. My hearing is scheduled for June, 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 Baton Rouge 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. 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: $1,950 • Filing and biometrics fees: $810 • Certified translations and document copies: $95 • Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $145 Thank you for reading my story.
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    Really cared about my situation

    I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.

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    Really cared about my situation

    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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    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.

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    Honest and trustworthy

    Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.

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  • Kathleen K. Santos

    It takes guts to ask. Well done. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. Thinking of Baton Rouge.

    • Danylo Timur Fedorov

      Praying for you. Hope this works out for you. I went through something like this 8 years ago and strangers helped me out. Greetings from Salvador

      • Łukasz Ostrowski

        I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Love from Nnewi.

        • Harish W. Rajan

          Keep going, Beth. I hope things turn around soon. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Blessings

          • Usha T. KohliPhoto verified

            hope things get better soon. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Thinking of Baton Rouge

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