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Justice shouldn't depend on a bank balance: Deborah's custody modification
Deborah needs $2,850 for filing fees and representation in a custody modification before the June deadline.
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Deborah is facing a custody modification. The hearing is scheduled for June, and the filing fees and the lawyer's retainer come to $2,850. Three legal-aid offices have said their waiting lists are longer than the deadline.
Deborah has all the paperwork ready, and a caseworker at a local immigrant rights clinic has confirmed that the case is valid.
If the deadline is missed Deborah could lose the right to stay with the family and the job. The children were born here and this is the only home they know.
Funds cover only the filing fees, translations and attorney retainer.
Where the $2,850 goes:
• Attorney retainer: $2,200
• Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $95
• Filing and biometrics fees: $555
With deep gratitude,
Lauren
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rooting for you. Gave what I could, wish it was more. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double.
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your post was clear and honest. Love from Lagos.