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Justice shouldn't depend on a bank balance: Willow's wrongful-eviction defense

A wrongful-eviction defense deadline is approaching and Willow can't afford the lawyer.

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Willow N. Jensen
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Albany
I'm facing a wrongful-eviction defense. My hearing is scheduled for November, and the filing fees and the lawyer's retainer come to $3,700. 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 Albany 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 $3,700 goes: โ€ข Certified translations and document copies: $250 โ€ข Filing and biometrics fees: $540 โ€ข Attorney retainer: $2,910 Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself. - Willow

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  • Sending love, Willow. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. God bless.

    • keep going, Willow. Shared it with a few friends.

      • You're not alone, Willow. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. All the best.

        • rooting for you. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Greetings from Thane.

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              • Stay strong. Your post was clear and honest. Greetings from Warsaw

                • Janet Chebet HamisiVerified organization

                  Good luck, Willow. Gave what I could, wish it was more!

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