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Legal fees for Katherine's family reunification petition in Lethbridge
Help Katherine cover the fees of a family reunification petition so She can stay with her family.
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I'm facing a family reunification petition. My hearing is scheduled for August, and the filing fees and the lawyer's retainer come to $2,900. 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 Lethbridge 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.
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 $2,900 goes:
• Attorney retainer: $2,050
• Filing and biometrics fees: $540
• Certified translations and document copies: $210
• Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $100
I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
Updates from Katherine
Small update. $1,739 so far, I made the first payment toward filing and biometrics fees.
Quick update: $677 raised so far (23%). we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
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Your post was clear and honest. My neighbor in Mumbai donated after I showed her your page. Take care
Wishing you the best. Looking forward to the next update. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Blessings!