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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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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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Thinking of you, Carol. Hope you get there. Don't give up.
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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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Wishing you peace, Carol. This could happen to any of us. Love from Karachi
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.