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Legal fees for Gerardo's asylum application in Bilbao

Gerardo needs $2,650 for filing fees and representation in an asylum application before the August deadline.

🇪🇸 48080, Bilbao, Basque Country, Spain2,107 views
Gerardo J. Moreno
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Bilbao
I'm facing an asylum application. My hearing is scheduled for August, and the filing fees and the lawyer's retainer come to $2,650. 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 Bilbao 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. Funds cover only the filing fees, translations and attorney retainer. Where the $2,650 goes: • Attorney retainer: $2,200 • Filing and biometrics fees: $260 • Certified translations and document copies: $65 • Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $125 Thank you for reading my story. - Gerardo

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    “Stay strong. Shared with friends too. - Juiz de Fora”

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    “Best of luck. Small amount but sent with love. - Dharan”

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    “Blessings. Hope the August deadline works out. - Badagry”

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    “Be well. Hope the August deadline works out. - Machakos”

  • Paula C. Torres 🇺🇸 · $10

    “Praying for you. Thought of Gerardo all day after reading this. - San Antonio”

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    “Best of luck. Thought of Gerardo all day after reading this. - Bhaktapur”

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    “Hope it all works out. Thought of Gerardo all day after reading this. - Perth”

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    “Hope this helps. Thought of Gerardo all day after reading this. - Mukono”

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    Genuine person with a big heart

    I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.

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    Made a real difference

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

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    Exactly what I needed

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

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    Great help in a difficult time

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

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  • Good luck. Your post was clear and honest. Put this on a community board in Rajshahi this morning. Thinking of Bilbao

    • Shared it with a few friends. I'm in public service myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Love from Abbottabad.

      • Hope you get there. Love from Jerusalem

        • thanks for sharing this. Hope this works out for you. Thinking of Bilbao

          • Praying for you, Gerardo. Your post was clear and honest. I have a 15 year old who wants to send good wishes too.

            • You're not alone, Gerardo. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes.

              • Santiago K. HudsonPhoto verified

                stay strong, Gerardo. Shared it with a few friends. Wish I lived closer to Christchurch so I could bring a meal

                • I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. My cousin had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Thinking of Bilbao.

                  • Sending strength, Gerardo. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Greetings from Duque de Caxias.

                    • Stay strong, Gerardo. This could happen to any of us. Put this on a community board in Calamba this morning. Love from Calamba.

                      • So sorry you're going through this, Gerardo. Hope you get there. After 28 years in engineering I know how hard it's to ask for anything.

                        • Thinking of you and your family, Gerardo. I hope things turn around soon. After 19 years in nursing I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Greetings from Berlin

                          • Take care, Gerardo. This could happen to any of us

                            • Thinking of you and your family, Gerardo. This could happen to any of us. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Blessings.

                              • rooting for you. Hope you get there. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like.

                                • so sorry you're going through this. This could happen to any of us. Sent it to 24 people at work

                                  • rooting for you, Gerardo. Shared this with my family. Take care.

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