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Justice shouldn't depend on a bank balance: Theodore's custody modification
Help Theodore cover the fees of a custody modification so He can stay with his family.
🇺🇸 Dayton, Ohio, United States2,048 views
I'm facing a custody modification. My hearing is scheduled for August, and the filing fees and the lawyer's retainer come to $3,750. 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 Dayton 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 $3,750 goes:
• Filing and biometrics fees: $610
• Certified translations and document copies: $190
• Attorney retainer: $2,950
I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
- Theodore
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So sorry you're going through this, Theodore. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. God bless.
Thinking of you and your family, Theodore. Shared it with a few friends. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. God bless.
Wishing you peace. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Love from Durgapur
I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. After 8 years in logistics I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Love from Bekasi.
Thinking of you and your family, Theodore. Shared this with my family. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust. All the best.
Hang in there. I hope things turn around soon. Greetings from Suwon.