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

A family reunification petition deadline is approaching and Ethan can't afford the lawyer.

🇺🇸 San Francisco, California, United States3,469 views
Ethan S. Hawkins
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San Francisco
I'm facing a family reunification petition. My hearing is scheduled for November, and the filing fees and the lawyer's retainer come to $2,850. 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 San Francisco 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. Funds cover only the filing fees, translations and attorney retainer. Where the $2,850 goes: • Attorney retainer: $2,050 • Filing and biometrics fees: $650 • Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $150 Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
#legal#immigration#family

Updates from Ethan

  1. Update from San Francisco: the plan for attorney retainer is now scheduled. We're at 38% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

  2. Update from San Francisco: I met with the attorney and confirmed the amounts. We're at 57% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

  3. Update from San Francisco: I met with the attorney and confirmed the amounts. We're at 26% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

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  • Abdullah Marwan Sabbagh🇪🇬Verified donor
    Exactly what I needed

    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

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    Helped when no one else could

    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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    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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  • Isabelle Delphine Philippe

    It takes guts to ask. Well done. Put this on a community board in Embakasi this morning. Thinking of San Francisco

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