2/8/25: Barran Liebman Sponsors 21th Annual MBA WinterSmash

February 8, 2025

On Saturday February 8, 2025, Barran Liebman attended and served as a sponsor for the 21st annual Multnomah Bar Association (MBA) WinterSmash. This annual event supports Multnomah CourtCare, CourtSupport, and CourtConnect, raising money for services such as free drop-in childcare for families tending to business at court, bilingual navigator services and courthouse accommodations, and civic education geared towards making the court system more approachable.

Members of the Barran Liebman team attended the event with family and got the opportunity to not only have a great time bowling but to also show support for the following programs.

Multnomah CourtCare: In addition to providing children a safe space away from potential conflicts, the CourtCare program’s convenient location at the downtown Central Courthouse helps to reduce the number of rescheduled court appointments. With the ability to serve 80 to 100 children each month, the organization has served over 18,000 children and their families since opening in December of 2001. 

CourtSupport: By providing the Central Courthouse with a bilingual navigator who staffs the information desk and connects individuals with needed services and accommodations at the courthouse, this program aids in making the court experience more welcoming and less intimidating.

CourtConnect: This program serves as a bridge between the bench, bar, and community by pairing lawyers and judges to visit community groups, share information about the court system, and facilitate dialogue about the rule of law, and build relationships within the community

Barran Liebman team members and their families look forward to participating in WinterSmash each year.  Barran Liebman’s Partner, Nicole Elgin, participated in the event this past Saturday shared, “This event is an excellent opportunity for a fun game of bowling, all while supporting a wonderful cause.”