The partners of Randall & Sonnier believe that philanthropy plays a vital role in strengthening the community. Since 2001, Randall & Sonnier has pioneered and participated in various functions that surround "giving back" to the community.

Since 2001, Randall & Sonnier hosts an annual holiday party for children involved in the judicial foster care system and their families. At the party, the children have a day filled with fun activities, food, and each child receives at least one (1) gift for the holiday season. R&S has been successful in receiving contributions from the Baltimore Orioles, Baltimore Ravens, Cal Ripken Foundation, Washington Redskins, Washington Wizards, Washington Mystics, University of Maryland basketball team, Morgan State University, WWE, 92Q radio station, DNS Technology, Set the Captives Free Outreach Center and other local churches, masters, judges, attorneys, law firms, and numerous local businesses.

In May 2007, the partners of R&S formed A Step Closer Foundation, Inc., which is a 501(c)(3) non-profit devoted to bringing foster children a step closer to their destiny by advancing their special talents, gifts and interest. For more information on A Step Closer Foundation, please visit www.astepcloser.org.

In June of 2007 & 2008, R&S co-sponsored a Resource Fair with the Circuit Court for Baltimore City Juvenile Division. The Resource Fair which provided countless community resources, free lunch, popcorn and cotton candy for families of children and youth.

The firm also participated in a "Bowl-A-Thon" which helped to raise money for young adults who are in foster care. The partners also lecture at workshops and seminars that provide education and awareness on Child Welfare Laws, Family Law, Wills and on other general legal topics. The firms' partners work with local schools and provide paid internships for high school students. The staff and partners have also participated in various Career Day programs. The firm spends immeasurable hours advocating for the rights of abused and or neglected children in the foster care system.

When Randall & Sonnier, LLC is retained, not only are you investing in your case, but also in your community.

**If you are interested in making a donation or volunteering at our annual children's holiday party, please call us at (410) 235-2220 or email us at attorneys@randallsonnier.com