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Justice shouldn't depend on a bank balance: Robert's family reunification petition
Help Robert cover the fees of a family reunification petition so He can stay with his family.
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I'm facing a family reunification petition. My hearing is scheduled for August, and the filing fees and the lawyer's retainer come to $1,850. 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 Jose 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 $1,850 goes:
• Certified translations and document copies: $110
• Attorney retainer: $1,650
• Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $90
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
- Robert
Updates from Robert
Thank you all. We're at 34% now ($635). I'm honestly stunned. we've booked the dates and paid the deposit.
- Senait Bezawit Taye 🇪🇹 · $200
“Wish I could do more. Hope the August deadline works out. - Jimma”
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“Hope it all works out. Small amount but sent with love. - Phoenix”
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“Thought of Robert all day after reading this. - Pune”
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“Thought of Robert all day after reading this. - Rohini”
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Sending good thoughts. Looking forward to the next update. I hope August is when things finally get easier.
You're not alone, Robert. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Love from Cologne.
Sending love. I hope things turn around soon. I have a 8 year old who wants to send good wishes too
sending strength. Shared it with a few friends. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Take care
Thinking of you and your family, Robert. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. After 22 years in teaching I know how hard it's to ask for anything. All the best.
stay strong, Robert. Shared this with my family. Sent it to 30 people at work.