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Legal fees for Wagner's work-permit appeal in Rio de Janeiro
A work-permit appeal deadline is approaching and Wagner can't afford the lawyer.
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I'm facing a work-permit appeal. My hearing is scheduled for November, and the filing fees and the lawyer's retainer come to $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 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.
Funds cover only the filing fees, translations and attorney retainer.
Where the $900 goes:
• Attorney retainer: $490
• Filing and biometrics fees: $250
• Certified translations and document copies: $95
• Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $65
Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
Updates from Wagner
Quick update: $163 raised so far (18%). the first invoice got paid this week. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
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Rooting for you, Wagner. Your post was clear and honest