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Justice shouldn't depend on a bank balance: Simona's custody modification
Simona needs $850 for filing fees and representation in a custody modification before the November deadline.
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I'm facing a custody modification. My hearing is scheduled for November, and the filing fees and the lawyer's retainer come to $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 the Rome 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.
Funds cover only the filing fees, translations and attorney retainer.
Where the $850 goes:
• Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $155
• Certified translations and document copies: $195
• Filing and biometrics fees: $500
With deep gratitude,
Simona
Updates from Simona
16% there. the plan for court-appointed interpreter and travel is now scheduled. Thank you.
We're at 27% thanks to 8 of you. the first invoice got paid this week. More news soon.
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Hope things get better soon. I hope things turn around soon. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too
how is Simona doing now?
thinking of you and your family, Simona. Shared it with a few friends. I have a 9 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Blessings
Thinking of you and your family, Simona. Shared this with my family. Wish I lived closer to Caloocan so I could bring a meal. Blessings.
You're not alone, Simona. Hope you get there. Wish I lived closer to Ekurhuleni so I could bring a meal. Love from Ogbomosho
Hope this works out for you. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Thinking of Rome.