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Wrongful-eviction defense: Deborah needs $1,000 before the deadline

Deborah needs $1,000 for filing fees and representation in a wrongful-eviction defense before the November deadline.

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Deborah A. Thomas
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Flint
I'm facing a wrongful-eviction defense. My hearing is scheduled for November, and the filing fees and the lawyer's retainer come to $1,000. 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 $1,000 goes: • Filing and biometrics fees: $740 • Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $90 • Certified translations and document copies: $170 I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.

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  • Brooks T. YoungID verified

    Take care, Deborah. Hope you get there.

    • rooting for you, Deborah. Shared this with my family. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Thinking of Flint

      • Hope this works out for you. Thinking of Flint.

        • You're not alone, Deborah. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Put this on a community board in Lahore this morning. Blessings

          • Wishing you peace, Deborah. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did.

            • thinking of you and your family, Deborah. Your post was clear and honest. Take care

              • praying for you, Deborah. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double.

                • Hang in there. Shared this with my family. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Greetings from Yogyakarta.

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