I was sexually, verbally, psychologically, physically and financially abused by my ex partner. He is a nasty piece of work, and I am due in court soon as he wants to see our son. I just cannot allow this to happen. He raped me. He emotionally battered me. He terrifies me and I cannot allow him to have any influence over my son's life. So far the courts have been amazing. They've given him no interim access.
I need ideas re how I can raise 6-10k for a barrister for court. I am not eligible for legal aid even though I don't earn much as I own half of the house (he still lives there and is refusing to sell. I have no access to those funds and it's the equity I own is only 7ishK).
I have no savings. I'm in debt. I have a baby to look after.
Can ANYONE help with suggestions on how to raise this money? Could I crowdfund? I'm not willing to reveal my identity and don't know that crowdfunding would work without showing my face.
In panic mode. I'm drained. Any advice would be fantastic