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Justice shouldn't depend on a bank balance: Sebastián's custody modification

Help Sebastián cover the fees of a custody modification so He can stay with his family.

🇲🇽 Iztapalapa, Ciudad de México, Mexico2,240 views
Sebastián K. Cruz
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Iztapalapa
I'm facing a custody modification. My hearing is scheduled for March, and the filing fees and the lawyer's retainer come to $650. 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 a local immigrant rights clinic 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 $650 goes: • Attorney retainer: $420 • Filing and biometrics fees: $135 • Certified translations and document copies: $25 • Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $70 I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen.

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    “Small amount but sent with love. - Leeds”

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