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Legal fees for Genesis's wage-theft claim in Los Angeles

Help Genesis cover the fees of a wage-theft claim so She can stay with her family.

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Genesis S. Holland
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Los Angeles
I'm facing a wage-theft claim. My hearing is scheduled for July, and the filing fees and the lawyer's retainer come to $2,500. 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 $2,500 goes: • Attorney retainer: $1,750 • Filing and biometrics fees: $410 • Certified translations and document copies: $120 • Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $220 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.

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  • Rajan B. Amin🇮🇳Verified helper
    Practical and effective help

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

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    Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.

  • Alberto K. López🇺🇸Verified helper
    Truly grateful for the support

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

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  • rooting for you. Gave what I could, wish it was more. My cousin had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Greetings from London

    • Harish D. RaoID verified

      It takes guts to ask. Well done. Greetings from Tokyo

      • Rooting for you. Shared it with a few friends. Love from Mumbai

        • Gave what I could, wish it was more. I'll check back for the next update. Greetings from Tallahassee.

          • Thanks for sharing this, Genesis. Shared it with a few friends. Take care.

            • hope things get better soon. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. After 7 years in public service I know how hard it's to ask for anything. All the best.

              • Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Wish I lived closer to Sukkur so I could bring a meal

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