For over 80 years, The Law Offices of Young Wooldridge, LLP has been a leading-edge law firm in California with deep roots in Bakersfield, Kern County, and the San Joaquin Valley. Since Joseph Wooldridge and John Young shook hands in 1939, our firm has been pioneering state and federal water law, leading the way for California.

As a premier law firm in Bakersfield, we’re grateful for our success, and we understand the importance of community responsibility. That’s why our attorneys are actively involved in the Kern County Bar Association, schools, civic groups, charitable events, and professional associations. We proudly support local charities and events that make our community a better place to live.

At The Law Offices of Young Wooldridge, LLP, we believe in giving back. Our support for various organizations and causes in Kern County is just one of the ways we demonstrate our commitment to the community. We understand that our success is intertwined with the success of our community, and we’re proud to be a part of it.

Below are a few local nonprofits we support:

  • Water Association of Kern County
    The mission of the Water Association of Kern County is to inform and educate the public and water community about water issues in Kern County. Over the years, the WAKC evolved to include outreach and activities that provided information about many other topics. Steven Torigiani, a managing partner at The Law Offices of Young Wooldridge, LLP and an attorney in our water law and environmental law practices, serves as the group’s board treasurer.
  • Bakersfield Memorial Hospital Foundation
    A charitable organization that supports the mission and goals of a specific hospital called Memorial Hospital. The foundation’s primary purpose is to raise funds and awareness to benefit the hospital and its programs, projects, and initiatives. Robert Noriega, a managing partner and business law attorney serves as Chairman of the Board of Bakersfield Memorial Hospital.
  • Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra
    For over 90 years, the Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra has attracted world-class talent and performed some of history’s most renowned musical compositions. Alan Doud, water law and public agency attorney, served on the board for eight years and is a past chair of the board of directors.
  • Bakersfield College Alumni Association
    The BC Alumni Association is an organization that aims to connect and engage with former students of Bakersfield College, a community college located in Bakersfield, California. The association serves as a bridge between the college and its alumni, providing opportunities for networking, professional development, and continued involvement with the college community.
  • Greater Bakersfield Chamber of Commerce
    Our team of attorneys are not just experts in their field, they are also active members of our community. For more than 30 years, they have taken on various leadership roles such as serving as board members, ambassadors, and committee chairs. Mark Bateman, a Partner in our firm, is the General Counsel and serves on the Executive Committee of the Greater Bakersfield Chamber of Commerce.
  • Bakersfield College Foundation
    Several special fundraisers, such as the Silver Sterling Dinner and Hall of Fame Athletic Banquet, are held by Bakersfield College each year to show appreciation to private donors and bring awareness of the annual effects donations have brought to the students’ total educational benefit.
  • Providence Classical Academy
    This school’s mission is to provide the children entrusted to its care with an education grounded in the Christian scriptures and the Western tradition, to form godly, virtuous, self-governing men and women. Brett Stroud, a water law attorney with The Law Offices of Young Wooldridge, LLP, is the academy’s board president.
  • Bakersfield Police Benefit Association
    The BPBA raises and manages funding for Bakersfield police members as supplemental coverage for medical insurance upon an employee’s retirement. Funds may also be designated in the unfortunate event of a tragic injury or death to a police officer, where the funds can be used to help fill needed financial gaps for the fallen officer’s family.
  • Bakersfield Downtown Business Association
    The Downtown Business Association’s mission is to advocate and promote business and economic interests in the downtown area. The firm has been a supporter for over 50 years.
  • North of the River Chamber of Commerce
    The Law Offices of Young Wooldridge, LLP was awarded Business of Year, 2021-2022. The chamber represents small businesses located north of Bakersfield. The firm has supported the chamber for over 25 years.
  • Kern County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
    The vision of the KCHCC is to create innovative and influential business programs that will promote Hispanic business and economic development at the local, state, national, and international level. The Law Offices of Young Wooldridge, LLP has been a supportive member for over 30 years.
  • Kern County Black Chamber of Commerce
    The KCBCC is an advocate for black business growth and economic development. The firm has been proud members for over 20 years. The Chamber is committed to good business and entrepreneurial growth. The Chamber also provides entrepreneurial training, access to capital, and partnership with government and corporate agencies.
  • The Woman’s Club of Bakersfield
    This association is Kern County’s oldest cultural club for women. Its mission is to strengthen the community and enhance the lives of others through volunteer service. The group awards over $30,000 in scholarships and donations to local nonprofits. The Woman’s Club has many annual fundraising events, including its most significant event, the Festival of Trees.
  • Delano Community Alliance
    The Alliance uses resource specialists from many Delano organizations — such as schools, homeless shelters, health care, and private corporate stakeholders — to identify the needs of underprivileged families throughout northern Kern County.

In addition, attorneys and legal staff have served as board members for:

The Law Offices of Young Wooldridge, LLP values the importance of strong community foundations, strong civic engagement, organizations, and residents in Kern County.