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Pro bono tenant-rights lawyer needed for Melanie's case in California
Legal aid is overbooked; a few hours of professional help would change the outcome for Melanie.
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I'm facing a benefits termination I'm appealing, with a hearing on February. I earn too much to qualify for legal aid on paper, but not nearly enough to pay a lawyer's retainer.
I'm looking for a qualified tenant-rights lawyer licensed in California who might be able to review my documents, prepare me for the hearing, or take the case pro bono or on a reduced fee.
I've organized my documents chronologically, and I'll share them with the lawyer who agrees to help. I can travel to your office in San Diego or meet online.
I understand that the time of a lawyer is valuable, and I'm deeply grateful for any help or for suggestions of organizations that could assist.
Thank you for reading my story.
- effort
- 3–6 hours total
- format
- In person in San Diego
- skills
- law, advocacy, document review
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- Ikenna Musa 🇳🇬 Photo verified
I live about 3 km from San Diego. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Happy to chat first.
- Caleb K. Pearson 🇺🇸 Photo verified
I live about 10 km from San Diego. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Happy to chat first.
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This could happen to any of us. My neighbor in Auckland donated after I showed her your page. All the best.
Gave what I could, wish it was more. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Thinking of San Diego.
Sending good thoughts, Melanie. Your post was clear and honest. Thinking of San Diego.