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Legal fees for Mia's family reunification petition in Riverside
A family reunification petition deadline is approaching and Mia can't afford the lawyer.
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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 $4,200. 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 $4,200 goes:
• Certified translations and document copies: $150
• Filing and biometrics fees: $920
• Attorney retainer: $3,130
I hope life is good to you.
- Mia
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Hope it all works out, Mia. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Take care