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Legal fees for Ariana's wrongful-eviction defense in Miami
A wrongful-eviction defense deadline is approaching and Ariana can't afford the lawyer.
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I'm facing a wrongful-eviction defense. My hearing is scheduled for November, and the filing fees and the lawyer's retainer come to $2,850. 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 Miami 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 $2,850 goes:
• Attorney retainer: $1,950
• Filing and biometrics fees: $430
• Certified translations and document copies: $240
• Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $230
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
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Wishing you peace, Ariana. Your post was clear and honest. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust.
Wishing you the best. I hope things turn around soon. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Love from Málaga.
Rooting for you. This could happen to any of us. After 25 years in social work I know how hard it's to ask for anything. God bless!