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Emery needs $3,100 for filing fees and representation in a custody modification before the December deadline.
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I'm facing a custody modification. My hearing is scheduled for December, and the filing fees and the lawyer's retainer come to $3,100. 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.
Funds cover only the filing fees, translations and attorney retainer.
Where the $3,100 goes:
• Attorney retainer: $2,300
• Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $195
• Filing and biometrics fees: $605
I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
- Emery
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Keep going, Emery. Shared it with a few friends. Thinking of Los Angeles
Keep going, Emery. Gave what I could, wish it was more.
sending good thoughts, Emery. This could happen to any of us. All the best.
thinking of you. I hope things turn around soon. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Blessings.
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