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Justice shouldn't depend on a bank balance: Carol's family reunification petition

Carol needs $1,050 for filing fees and representation in a family reunification petition before the October deadline.

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Carol J. Cruz
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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 $1,050. 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 the Tampa 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 $1,050 goes: • Certified translations and document copies: $220 • Filing and biometrics fees: $690 • Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $140 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
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  • Emery K. Dalton

    Thinking of you, Carol. Hope you get there. Don't give up.

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      how is Carol doing now?

      • Hải Phúc Ha

        Thanks for sharing this, Carol. Hope you get there. My cousin had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Love from Mekelle

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          Hope it all works out, Carol. Shared it with a few friends.

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            Wishing you peace, Carol. This could happen to any of us. Love from Karachi

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              Rooting for you, Carol. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Love from Islamabad.

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