Every year, I’m reminded that the heart of Burbank isn’t found in courtrooms or offices, it’s found in parks, school auditoriums, crowded gym bleachers, toy drives, late-night community gatherings, and in all the handshakes and conversations in between.
As a Burbank personal injury attorney, most people meet me on one of the hardest days of their lives. Showing up for the happier moments matters to me because it helps me understand the people I represent beyond their legal case. Those connections shape how we show up for our clients when it matters most, and it’s a part of this work we don’t talk about enough.
This year, our team made a conscious effort to say “yes” more often. Yes to new partnerships. Yes to being present. Yes to taking part in events that bring neighbors together, even when they have nothing to do with the law. Because serving a community is not just about representing people, it’s about knowing them.
Why Showing Up Matters
Being involved in the community allows us to listen, learn, and connect outside the context of legal problems. These moments help us better understand the needs, values, and concerns of the people we serve, and they ground our work in real relationships, not just cases.
What follows is our 2025 Wrapped. This is a look back at the local events, big and small, that reminded us why we’re proud to call Burbank home.
Faces, Moments, and Milestones: Serving the Burbank Community in 2025
Bocce Ball Tournament
March 15, 2025
This tournament is one of my favorite examples of community fun with real purpose, raising scholarship funds for local high school seniors and the families of Burbank Police officers. Spending the day surrounded by great food, friendly competition, and people committed to supporting our youth made the event especially meaningful.
Free Legal Clinic with Home Again LA
May 3, 2025
Our free legal clinic provided one-on-one guidance to residents needing help with employee rights, personal injury issues, and family law, many of whom rarely have access to private counsel. Partnering with Home Again LA turned the day into a true community effort to ensure that people get the information and support they deserve.
Teacher Appreciation Day Giveaway
May 20, 2025
We created this giveaway to shine a light on educators who consistently go the extra mile, and celebrating a winner with a well-deserved massage felt like the least we could do. Teachers invest so much in Burbank kids, and it was an honor to give back in a small but meaningful way.
Spring Mixer
May 29, 2025
Our mixer at Hotel Amarano brought together local professionals, nonprofit leaders, and residents for a night of conversation, networking, and shared ideas. It was the kind of relaxed gathering that strengthens connections and reminds us how many people are working to make Burbank better.
PI4ALL Conference, Huntington Beach Ethics Presentation
June 21, 2025
Speaking on an ethics panel alongside attorneys and medical professionals allowed us to discuss real-world scenarios where law and medicine intersect. It was a valuable opportunity to reflect on the responsibility we have to our clients, our profession, and the public.
Wrestling From Burbank: Red, Fight and Blue
July 6, 2025
This family-friendly wrestling event raises funds for local programs and brings hundreds of residents together for an evening of pure energy and nostalgia. As the main sponsor, I loved watching kids experience the excitement I felt growing up while supporting a group that reinvests in our community.
Bikes for Kids
July 2025
Our annual giveaway honors ten local children who make a positive impact on their families, classmates, or community by gifting them brand-new bikes, helmets, and shirts. Meeting these kids and hearing why they were nominated is one of the most rewarding reminders of how much good is happening quietly in our community every day.
National Night Out
August 5, 2025
This citywide event strengthens relationships between residents, businesses, and law enforcement while promoting public safety. Setting up our booth, meeting families, and watching kids interact with local officers made the evening feel like a true celebration of community partnership.
Workshop with Home Again LA: Avoid Financial Surprises: What Everyone Should Know About Auto Insurance
August 21, 2025
Our workshop focused on helping families understand auto insurance coverage and how to avoid unexpected expenses that can derail a household budget. Providing practical, easy-to-understand information empowers families to make better decisions and protect their financial stability, which is exactly why community education matters to us.
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Pickleball Tournament
September 7, 2025
The Paddles 4 A Purpose tournament raised over $10,000 for BCR, a local nonprofit supporting individuals with developmental disabilities. Seeing players, volunteers, and supporters come together for a cause that directly impacts local families made the day especially meaningful.
I Love Burbank Instagram Giveaway
September 22, 2025
This giveaway encouraged residents to lift up someone in their lives who had made a meaningful difference, turning the comment section into a celebration of kindness. It was our way of recognizing everyday heroes and reinforcing why I always say proudly: I love Burbank.
Wrestling From Burbank
October 19, 2025
This Halloween-themed wrestling show brought families together for a night of costumes, music, and unforgettable performances, all hosted at a beloved local studio. Supporting another sold-out event for this growing Burbank group was a privilege.
Burbank Mixer
November 13, 2025
This November, we opened our doors to the Burbank community for an informal evening focused on building real, local connections. Neighbors and professionals came together to meet face-to-face, share perspectives, and support one another beyond their day-to-day work. Creating spaces like this is part of how we stay engaged with the community we’re proud to be part of.
Holiday in the Park
November 21, 2025
Holiday in the Park transforms Magnolia Park into a ten-block festival supporting local businesses and celebrating community spirit right before Thanksgiving. Being part of such a long-standing tradition reminded me why this event remains one of the most anticipated nights of the year.
Each of these events gave us something different. Some offered a chance to help, others to listen, and many simply allowed us to share a few good moments with people who make this city feel like home. What stayed with me wasn’t the size of the gatherings or the formality of the programs. It was the conversations at the booth, the kids tugging at their parents’ sleeves, the teachers who recognized us from past events, and the neighbors who stopped to say they’ve seen our work around town.
Being present in these spaces reminds me why community involvement matters so much. It allows me to connect with people outside the context of legal problems, listen to what matters to them, and better understand the city we serve. Those conversations stay with me and influence how we approach our work every day.
Our office is proud to serve Burbank and the surrounding communities, and community involvement remains a core part of how we approach personal injury representation, with care, context, and connection. As we look ahead to 2026, my hope is that we continue showing up with the same openness and curiosity, and that we keep saying yes to opportunities that bring us closer to the people we’re here to serve. If you see us around town at an event, stop by and say hello. I’ll always say it proudly: I love Burbank.
See you around Burbank.
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