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Justice shouldn't depend on a bank balance: James's wrongful-eviction defense

A wrongful-eviction defense deadline is approaching and James can't afford the lawyer.

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James N. Fisher
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Laval
I'm facing a wrongful-eviction defense. My hearing is scheduled for July, and the filing fees and the lawyer's retainer come to $2,400. 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 Laval 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. 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 $2,400 goes: • Attorney retainer: $1,350 • Filing and biometrics fees: $820 • Certified translations and document copies: $170 • Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $60 You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it. - James

Updates from James

  1. Quick update: $1,626 raised so far (68%). the first invoice got paid this week. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  2. Good news. Because of your gifts ($708 in total) we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

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    “Thought of James all day after reading this. - Kyiv”

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    “Stay strong. Thought of James all day after reading this. - Birmingham”

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    “Thought of James all day after reading this. - Tema”

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  • Sending strength, James. Shared it with a few friends

    • wishing you peace. Your post was clear and honest. I'm in teaching myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Love from São Paulo

      • Sending love, James. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust

        • Thinking of you and your family. Hope you get there. Wish I lived closer to San Cristóbal de las Casas so I could bring a meal. Blessings!

          • Sending strength, James. Your post was clear and honest. We're a small family in Osaka but we're thinking of you. Thinking of Laval.

            • hope it all works out, James. Looking forward to the next update. I have a 14 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Greetings from Juiz de Fora.

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