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Legal fees for Claudia's wrongful-eviction defense in San Cristóbal de las Casas

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

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Claudia L. Peña
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San Cristóbal de las Casas
I'm facing a wrongful-eviction defense. My hearing is scheduled for November, and the filing fees and the lawyer's retainer come to $1,100. 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 a local immigrant rights clinic 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 $1,100 goes: • Attorney retainer: $730 • Filing and biometrics fees: $260 • Certified translations and document copies: $75 • Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $35 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.

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  • Rooting for you, Claudia. I hope things turn around soon. My neighbor in Riyadh donated after I showed her your page. Blessings.

    • Paolo J. SalazarID verified

      Good luck. This could happen to any of us. We're a small family in Tehuacán but we're thinking of you.

      • thanks for sharing this, Claudia. Shared it with a few friends. Take care.

        • Praying for you, Claudia. 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 Istanbul

          • Sending good thoughts, Claudia. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Love from Nuremberg.

            • Nisha D. SharmaPhoto verified

              Good luck. Gave what I could, wish it was more. My neighbor in Tema donated after I showed her your page. Take care.

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