A Gloucestershire solicitors is launching a family law assistance drop-in clinic for women with addiction problems as part of a new partnership with Stroud charity Nelson Trust.
The charity supports people whose lives have been torn apart by addiction including offering residential treatment. It also supports women in the community who are in contact with the criminal justice system.
The women’s centres are based in six locations across the South West and Wales, offering practical and emotional support for women. Its clients are women and girls who are either in, or at risk of becoming involved in, the criminal justice system in Gloucestershire, Wiltshire, Somerset, Bristol and Wales.
The drop-in clinic is designed to offer legal advice and assistance to women who access the Nelson Trust and will take place every four weeks. It will be staffed by Amara McCalla and Lydia Hackett from WSP Solicitors' growing family law department.
Camella Cephas, drector and head of children and care law at WSP, said: “This is a fantastic opportunity for WSP to work closely with a local charity truly aligned with our values as a business. We are looking forward to working with the Nelson Trust and supporting our local community."
Faith Sanderson, regional manager for the South West at Nelson Trust, added: “We are truly delighted to welcome WSP Solicitors to Gloucester Women’s Centre and are really grateful for the support they are offering. This partnership will have a real impact on women who may not otherwise be able to access this vital advice and support, we want to thank WSP for their time and dedication to their local community.”
WSP has offices in Stroud, Dursley and Gloucester.
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