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Legal fees for Nolan's work-permit appeal in Erie

A work-permit appeal deadline is approaching and Nolan can't afford the lawyer.

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I'm facing a work-permit appeal. My hearing is scheduled for September, and the filing fees and the lawyer's retainer come to $1,850. 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 Erie 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 $1,850 goes: • Filing and biometrics fees: $310 • Attorney retainer: $1,450 • Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $90 I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.

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Updates from Nolan

We're at 46% thanks to 8 of you. we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. More news soon.
Small update. $727 so far, the first invoice got paid this week.
Quick update: $472 raised so far (26%). we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Receipts coming as soon as I have them. - Nolan

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Danica W. Salazar
Wishing you the best, Nolan. Hope you get there. Wish I lived closer to Celaya so I could bring a meal. All the best
Odhiambo Kevin Kariuki
Sending strength, Nolan. Your post was clear and honest
Lucas RossPhoto verified
best of luck. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Sent it to 23 people at work. Take care.
Rhea D. Valdez
keep going, Nolan. I hope things turn around soon. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Thinking of Erie.

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