BREMER WHYTE BROWN & O'MEARA, LLP
Honored Host

The 30th
Annual Justice Sheila Sonenshine
Pro Bono Reception

THE PACIFIC CLUB
4110 MacArthur Blvd.
Newport Beach, CA 92660
NOVEMBER 12, 2026
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Celebrate a milestone year with us at the 30th Annual Justice Sheila Sonenshine Event, an evening dedicated to connection, collaboration, and community impact across Orange County's legal Network.
This special gathering brings together members of the legal community and local pro bono and community organizations to share resources, spark partnerships, and explore meaningful ways to give back. Whether you're a seasoned attorney, a recent graduate, or part of a legal team committed to service, your participation helps support vital programs throughout our region.
Enjoy engaging networking with like-minded professionals, discover new opportunities for collaboration, and be part of innovative community solutions. Complimentary food, drinks, and exciting prizes will be provided.
Together, we can continue 30 years of impact while building an even stronger, more connected community.
Founded in 1994 by Justice Sheila, the Annual Pro Bono Reception was created to connect newly admitted Orange County attorneys with meaningful opportunities to engage in pro bono and volunteer service. By bringing together members of the legal community alongside social service, arts, and cultural organizations, the Reception fosters collaboration and encourages a lasting commitment to community service.
Over the past three decades, the Reception has welcomed thousands of new attorneys in Orange County, serving as an important gateway to involvement, connection, and professional responsibility within the community.

About
Justice Sheila (Ret.)
Justice Sheila (Ret.) is a distinguished legal leader and champion of women's rights, mentorship, and civic engagement in California. Her legacy continues to inspire generations of lawyers to give back and serve their communities.
Hon. Sheila Prell Sonenshine (Ret.)
Hon. Andrew J. Guilford (Ret.)
Hon. Martha Gooding
Jill R. Sperber, Esq.
Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara, LLP
Crowell & Moring LLP
Fisher Phillips LLP
Gibson Dunn
Greenberg Traurig LLP
Irell & Manella LLP
Knobbe Martens
Latham & Watkins LLP
O'Melveny
Paul Hastings
Rutan & Tucker LLP
Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP
Snell & Wilmer
Stradling Yocca Carlson & Rauth LLP
Troutman Pepper Locke LLP
Alianza Translatinx
Asian Americans Advancing Justice OC
Breast Cancer Solutions
CASA OC (Court Appointed Special Advocates of OC)
Christian Legal Aid Office
Community Counsel
Community Legal Aid SoCal
Constitutional Rights Foundation of Orange County
Down Syndrome Association of Orange County
Families Forward
Human Options
Laura's House
Miracle Babies
Planned Parenthood of OC & SB Counties
Serving People In Need
Veterans Legal Institute
Women's Journey Foundation
Working Wardrobes



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