IN THIS ISSUE:
A Special Thank You
Throughout the year, Women Against Abuse receives vital assistance from a number of lawyers and firms. We want to take a moment to recognize that pro bono work.
Thank you to...
Ballard Spahr, LLP and Abrams and Ingersoll, LLP for accepting an appeal case in which the client was denied an extension of her final Protection From Abuse (PFA) order after a hearing, despite the defendant's admission that he had violated the order.
Dechert, LLP for assisting with the appeal of a case in which a client was denied a PFA order without being given a hearing on her petition.
Momjian Anderer, LLC for assisting a client with the settlement of a complex divorce case that involves a long history of abuse.
Morgan Lewis and Bockius, LLP for assisting with an appeal for support case, and for providing legal research on a tax issue.
Schnader Harrison Segal and Lewis, LLP for assisting in the appeal of a custody case involving the sexual abuse of a child by her father.
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Supporter Spotlight: Stradley Ronon
Stradley Ronon, one of Philadelphia’s leading firms specializing in business law, was a premier sponsor at the Women Against Abuse Dish It Up fundraiser. As lawyers Barbara Nugent and Nancy Margolis (pictured at right) explain, the firm purchased over 50 additional tickets to entertain current and prospective clients at the event.
How did you come up with the idea to support Women Against Abuse through Dish It Up?
Stradley Ronon’s women attorneys hold a yearly event for their clients and prospects. The women attorneys at Stradley Ronon also focus on women and children in their pro bono work and community service.
We are aware of how many people Women Against Abuse has helped from all walks of life and with respect to all sorts and degrees of abuse. Given our commitment in this area through our voluntary pro bono efforts, supporting Women Against Abuse was an obvious choice and the Dish it Up event was a natural fit.
What did you think of Dish It Up?
We, along with our clients and prospects, thought the event was terrific, and enjoyed ourselves tremendously. It was wonderful to be able to support such a worthwhile cause all while having the opportunity to sample cuisine from some of the top female chefs in Philadelphia.
Give the Gift of Giving!
This year, the Women Against Abuse Holiday Gift Collection will take place:
December 13th, 7:30am-1pm
December 14th, 12-8pm
at The Berean Institute
1901 Girard Avenue, Philadelphia
For two days only, we will be collecting gifts for the women and children seeking safety through our services during the holiday season. Our case managers will set up a "shop" at the emergency shelter and legal center where mothers will be able to pick presents appropriate for their children, and children will do the same for their mothers.
Client Wish List:
* Coats, hats, mittens
* Pajamas
* Gifts for teens
* Infant & toddler toys
* Board games, books, art supplies
* Robes & slippers for moms
Download complete Wish List
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3rd Annual Dish It Up Fundraiser a Success!
The 3rd Annual Dish It Up fundraiser and food competition was a great success! Over 350 people were in attendance, and Women Against Abuse raised over $74,000 towards its goal of $120,000 by December 31st.
Chef Marcie Turney, founder of Lolita, Bindi and Barbuzzo won the Purple Dish Award for her beet ravioli; and Roz Bratt of Homemade Goodies by Roz took home the Purple Cupcake Award for her gluten-free, dairy-free and kosher sweets.
View photos from the Purple Carpet!
Read more about Dish It Up...
Wawa Coin Collection nets $13,000 for Women Against Abuse services
Ever drop your spare change in the coin collection bins at a Wawa check-out counter? If so, you've helped raise tens of thousands of dollars for charities across the Delaware Valley, including Women Against Abuse.
In 2010, Women Against Abuse received over $13,000 from Wawa convenience stores. This money helps Women Against Abuse continue to provide crucial services to people experiencing domestic violence. Our emergency housing, legal services, hotline counseling, and education and advocacy programs, serve over 10,000 Philadelphians each year.
Duane Morris, LLP Recognized for Longstanding Commitment
At the 3rd Annual Dish It Up, Jeannine Lisitski, Executive Director of Women Against Abuse, presented Sharon Caffrey of Duane Morris an award recognizing the firm's commitment and support throughout the years.
From providing legal services directly to Women Against Abuse clients, to assisting the agency with its own organizational legal services, Duane Morris' lawyers have provided countless hours of pro bono legal assistance for Women Against Abuse and its clients. The firm's longstanding support also includes providing space for Women Against Abuse to use for trainings and meetings, as well as offering generous financial and non-financial contributions.
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