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Legal fees for Soledad's residency renewal in Santa Fe
Soledad needs $2,950 for filing fees and representation in a residency renewal before the November deadline.
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I'm facing a residency renewal. My hearing is scheduled for November, and the filing fees and the lawyer's retainer come to $2,950. 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 Santa Fe 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.
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 $2,950 goes:
• Attorney retainer: $2,400
• Filing and biometrics fees: $350
• Certified translations and document copies: $100
• Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $100
Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
- Soledad
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