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Justice shouldn't depend on a bank balance: Pamela's residency renewal
A residency renewal deadline is approaching and Pamela can't afford the lawyer.
🇺🇸 92852, Anaheim, California, United States3,481 views
I'm facing a residency renewal. My hearing is scheduled for January, and the filing fees and the lawyer's retainer come to $2,750. 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 Anaheim 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 $2,750 goes:
• Attorney retainer: $1,750
• Filing and biometrics fees: $550
• Certified translations and document copies: $300
• Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $150
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Looking forward to the next update. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Greetings from Karachi.
So sorry you're going through this, Pamela. This could happen to any of us. All the best.
Sending strength, Pamela. This could happen to any of us. I'll check back for the next update. Greetings from Dhaka.
Hope it all works out, Pamela. I hope things turn around soon. Sent it to 22 people at work. Thinking of Anaheim
Wishing you the best, Pamela. Looking forward to the next update. Take care
So sorry you're going through this. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Blessings
Hope you get there. Please keep us posted. Greetings from Gujranwala
Sending good thoughts. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Thinking of Anaheim