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Justice shouldn't depend on a bank balance: Ishita's citizenship application
A citizenship application deadline is approaching and Ishita cannot afford the lawyer.
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I'm facing a citizenship application. My hearing is scheduled for June, and the filing fees and the lawyer's retainer come to $700. 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 Brampton 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 $700 goes:
• Filing and biometrics fees: $430
• Certified translations and document copies: $180
• Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $90
Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
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Can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Brampton.
Sharing the link is the biggest thing. And if you know anything about filing and biometrics fees, advice is welcome too. Appreciate you taking the time.
praying for you, Ishita. Shared this with my family. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Take care.