To kick off the campaign, our first act of giving was supporting the American Cancer Society’s Orange County Gala—a powerful event in the ongoing fight against cancer. The gala brings together community and business leaders in support of critical cancer research, patient services, and advocacy efforts that save lives and bring hope to families across Orange County and beyond.

A heartfelt thank you to Chris Ivey, Megan Gess, and Al Tierney for representing Stradling at the gala and helping launch our 50 Acts of Giving campaign with intention and impact.

We were proud to participate in the Big Brothers Big Sisters of America Charity Cornhole Tournament —an event supporting mentorship programs that empower young people to reach their full potential.

A big thank you to our team members Marc Schneider, Doo Soo Kim, Jessica Chen, Evan Fradin, Chris Ivey, and Yasmine Kalhor for representing Stradling and supporting such an important cause.

Big Brothers Big Sisters helps young people build confidence, resilience, and the foundation to reach their full potential—and we’re honored to support their work as part of our 50 Acts of Giving campaign.

As part of our third act in the 50 Acts of Giving campaign, we were honored to support the Boys & Girls Club of Camarillo’s 2025 Gala and Auction—an inspiring evening dedicated to empowering youth with the tools they need for a brighter future.

We’re especially proud that Stradling attorneys Jaye Heybl and Jill Heybl represented the firm at the event, helping us continue our commitment to service and community.

Stradling was proud to support the Hoag OC Marathon as the fourth organization featured in our 50 Acts of Giving campaign.

A special thank you to Lisa Latham, Gregory Maestri, Yasmine Kalhor, Isabel Gomez, Janet Struck, and Sandy Kue for volunteering at the water stations—bringing energy, encouragement, and smiles to runners along the course.

Hoag's commitment to building a healthier, stronger community is one we deeply admire, and we’re honored to play a small role in supporting that mission.

As part of our 50 Acts of Giving campaign, we were proud to support the Annual Robert E. Palmer Dinner and Program benefiting the Public Law Center—an organization dedicated to providing access to justice for individuals and families in need. Through free legal services, the PLC empowers communities and helps ensure that everyone, regardless of income, has a voice.

Thank you to Justin Owens, Wesley Horton, Morgan Williams, Mason Dees, Sean Lobb, Connor Kridle, and Evan Fradin for attending and showing their support for this important cause.

As our sixth act, Stradling was proud to support the District 2 Supervisorial Leadership & Excellence Awards, while contributing to Mountain Fire Relief efforts.

A heartfelt thank you to Alidad Damooei for stepping up to support community members affected by the devastating mountain fires. Our contribution to the Ventura County Community Foundation’s Mountain Fire Relief Fund helps provide critical support—shelter, supplies, and essential services—for evacuees and those beginning the long process of recovery. The fire has already burned over 20,000 acres, destroyed more than 240 structures, and displaced more than 10,000 residents, underscoring the urgent need for continued relief.

We’re honored to play a small part in supporting both local leadership and disaster response efforts in our community.

As part of our ongoing 50 Acts of Giving campaign, we partnered with the Federal Bar Association – Orange County Chapter Young Lawyers Division to support Project Hope Alliance, an organization dedicated to ending the cycle of youth homelessness in Orange County.

Together, we helped collect over $9,000 worth of essential supplies to support local students and families in need. We’re proud to collaborate with professionals who share our commitment to uplifting the community.

A special thank you to Sean Lobb, Madeleine Hoye, Yasmine Kalhor, and Jessica Chen for volunteering their time and energy to make this effort a success.

We were honored to participate in the Parkinson’s Foundation’s Moving Day — a meaningful fundraising walk that brings together a passionate community to honor loved ones living with Parkinson’s, raise awareness about the disease, and highlight the importance of exercise in managing its symptoms.

Together, the Stradling team helped raise over $5,200 in support of this important cause. A heartfelt thank you to our incredible team members who showed up and contributed: Andrea Evans, Marc Alcser, Peter Baran, April Calderon, Sage Crummett-Smith, Jennifer Crummett-Smith, Alicia Elam, Elizabeth Forbes, Evan Fradin, Robin Gerard, Isabel Gomez, Wesley Horton, Sandy Kue, Lisa Ann Latham, Michael Mosher, Lisa M. Northrup, Justin Palutzke, Adair Penna, Angela Potter, Lulu Serratos, Janet Struck, Esther Yoo, and Yasmine Kalhor.

We’re proud to stand with the Parkinson’s community and support the vital work of the Parkinson’s Foundation.

We were proud to sponsor Casa Teresa’s 45th Annual Neill Sullivan Golf Classic. Partner Jason Anderson had the opportunity to attend and show our support for this incredible organization. He and his foursome finished the tournament in 3rd place!

Casa Teresa provides pregnant women in crisis with a safe, supportive home where they can begin their healing journey. We’re honored to support their mission and the lasting impact they make in our community. 

We were proud to support Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County’s Food From The Bar campaign. This initiative helps provide access to nutritious food for individuals and families across our community. Thanks to the generosity of our team, we raised $2,631.63, surpassing our $2,500 goal!

A huge thank you to those who donated: Chris Ivey, Christianne Kirk, Justin Palutzke, Brian Forbath, Amanda McFall, Jeffrey Estes, Daniel Lau, Blas Alvarez, Kelly Curran, Lisa Northrup, Sandy Kue, Greg Maestri, Lisa Latham, Robin Gerard, and our anonymous donors.

As part of our 50 Acts of Giving, we were proud to support the Southern California Blood Bank’s recent blood drive. A huge thank you to our wonderful volunteers, Pauly Fely, April Calderon, Sean Lobb, Mason Dees, and Isaac Rhodes for donating their time and energy to help make a difference.

The Southern California Blood Bank, is a nonprofit that provides critical blood supplies to hospitals across San Diego, Los Angeles, and Orange Counties. Every donation helps ensure that patients have access to the life-saving blood products they need. We’re proud to support a cause that directly strengthens the health and resilience of our community.

We are honored to have been named Law Firm of the Year by the Public Law Center at their Volunteers for Justice annual event. The Public Law Center provides vital access to justice for individuals and families who cannot afford legal representation, offering free legal services that empower both individuals and communities. We’re grateful for the opportunity to support such an impactful organization and remain committed to serving our community.

A heartfelt thank you to our Stradling team members who contributed to these meaningful matters and attended the event: Karla Kraft, Katherine Hammersly, Mike Mosher, Evan Fradin, Ahmad Takouche, Andrew Mason, Sandy Kue, Janet Struck, Juanita Ulmer, Sean Lobb, Isaac Rhodes, Mason Dees, and Marc Schneider.

Stradling was proud to sponsor this year’s 50th Anniversary Mr. Irrelevant Lowsman Banquet, benefiting Orange County's Youth Sports Foundation (OCYSF). The Foundation’s mission to provide underserved youth with access to life-changing sports programs is one we’re honored to support. A big thank you to Justin Owens, Kyle Leingang, and John Wicker for representing Stradling at this special event. 

Stradling was proud to support the recent clothing drive benefiting Laura’s House, a nonprofit organization dedicated to ending domestic violence and empowering individuals and families to build lives free of abuse.

A big thank you to everyone who participated and helped make this initiative a success, including Patti Larsen, Lisa Latham, Jenny Tran, Kathleen Marcus, Daniel Lau, Maddie Hoye, Paul Fely, Quintin Highsmith, Juanita Ulmer, Janet Struck, Cooper Campbell, and Isabel Gomez. 

As part of our 50 Acts of Giving, we were proud to support the National Cat Protection Society (NatCat), a non-profit organization dedicated to the care and well-being of cats across Southern California. NatCat provides safe shelter for cats and kittens, offers lifelong housing for senior cats, and promotes humane education within the community.

Our team donated essential supplies to help create a more comfortable, enriching environment for the cats in their care. A heartfelt thanks to Marc Alcser, Sandy Kue, and Jennifer Crummett‑Smith for donating and making a real difference in the lives of these animals. 

As part of our 50 Acts of Giving, we were delighted to support OC Animal Care, one of the largest animal shelters in California, dedicated to providing temporary shelter and care for lost and homeless animals.

We donated towels to help support their efforts in keeping the animals clean, warm, and comfortable. These simple essentials go a long way in ensuring that every animal receives the care they deserve while they wait for their forever homes.

A big thank you to Sarah Perez, Cecilia Dyba, and Lisa Latham for their generous donations and for helping make this effort possible!

As part of our 50 Acts of Giving, we were proud to make a financial donation to Human Options, Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to breaking the cycle of domestic violence. Our contribution will provide two weeks’ worth of diapers, toiletries, and linens for individuals and families seeking refuge in Human Options’ emergency shelter.

Human Options provides life-changing services, including emergency shelters, counseling, legal advocacy, and prevention education to help individuals and families reclaim their safety and rebuild their lives.

We’re grateful for the critical work they do in our community and are honored to support their mission.

We were proud to support the Girl Scouts at Lower Woodland Park Day Camp.

Cindy Nevins generously volunteered at a weeklong leadership camp for girls ages 12–17. The Girl Scouts’ mission is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. This camp brings that mission to life by creating a safe, supportive environment where girls develop leadership skills, build meaningful connections, and grow into confident young women.

A heartfelt thank you to Cindy for nearly 30 years of dedicated service and for inspiring the next generation of leaders.

Stradling was proud to sponsor the South Coast Business and Technology Awards, an event that continues to make a lasting impact in the Santa Barbara community. Proceeds from the event support the Scholarship Foundation of Santa Barbara, which has awarded more than $3.5 million in scholarships to over 1,300 local students; many of whom are the first in their families to attend college. We’re honored to support an organization that is helping shape the future of the region through education.

Thank you to Ian Smith, Tom Harding, Jared Speier, and Elan Shpigel for representing Stradling at the event.

As part of Stradling’s 50 Acts of Giving, we were proud to support the Orange County Asian American Bar Association’s (OCAABA) Annual Installation Dinner.

The Annual Installation Dinner serves as OCAABA’s single largest fundraiser of the year. Proceeds from the dinner provide the operating budget for events, law student scholarships, social and professional programs, and charitable giving throughout the year.

A special thank you to Ahmad Takouche, Jenny Tran, Salil Bali, and Harsha Pisupati for representing the firm at this impactful evening.

Stradling was proud to support the Orange County Chapter of the Association of Legal Administrators' Backpack Drive (OC-ALA), benefiting local high school students in need.

As part of this initiative, Stradling donated ten backpacks to help ensure students begin the school year with the essential tools for success. With a mission to provide backpacks filled with school supplies, the drive helps ease the burden on families and empowers students to thrive in the classroom.

Stradling was proud to sponsor the 6th Annual ACG Orange County Charity Golf Classic. Proceeds from the tournament benefit Project Youth OC, which helps keep at-risk youth in school, healthy, and drug-free through early intervention, education, and long-term support.

A special thank you to Shawn Collins for representing Stradling on the course and supporting this meaningful initiative.

Stradling was proud to support the Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach/Saddleback Valley through a financial donation benefiting their mission to provide youth with a safe, supportive environment and access to programs that promote academic success, healthy lifestyles, and character development.

A special thank you to those who supported this effort by purchasing raffle tickets to benefit this great organization: Andy Kim, Sean Lobb, Janet Struck, Rouz Soleymani, Mark Skaist, Lisa Latham, Justin Palutzke, Peter Baran, Brian Forbath, Rob Briseño, Linda Williams, and Chris Chen. 

In our continued commitment to supporting meaningful community initiatives, Stradling proudly participated in CHOC’s Walk in the Park at the Disneyland Resort. Proceeds from this event will benefit healthcare programs, education, and research at CHOC’s Orange and Mission Viejo campuses, as well as its primary and specialty care networks across Southern California.

We’re thrilled to share that we surpassed our fundraising goal, raising $2,030 toward our $2,000 target. A heartfelt thank you to Lisa Latham, Jenny Tran, Sandy Kue, and Celina Lui for representing Stradling and walking in support of CHOC on Sunday, August 3rd.

Stradling was proud to support the YMCA’s 2025 Backpack & School Supplies Drive by helping fill backpacks with essential items for young students preparing for the new school year. Our donations will benefit students in the After School Education & Safety (ASES) program, which provides a safe, supportive, and educational environment for children from low-income families.

A big thank you to Chris Ivey, Greg Maestri, Lisa Latham, Sandy Kue, Juanita Ulmer, and Brian Forbath for stepping up and participating in this meaningful initiative.