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Justice shouldn't depend on a bank balance: Vijay's work-permit appeal
A work-permit appeal deadline is approaching and Vijay can't afford the lawyer.
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I'm facing a work-permit appeal. My hearing is scheduled for May, and the filing fees and the lawyer's retainer come to $450. 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 Thane 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 $450 goes:
• Attorney retainer: $390
• Filing and biometrics fees: $45
• Certified translations and document copies: $10
• Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $5
Please ask me anything in the questions section. I'll answer honestly and quickly.
- Vijay
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Thinking of you, Vijay. Shared it with a few friends. All the best
Hang in there, Vijay. It takes guts to ask. Well done