Seattle Legal Community Raises $105,000 for Youth Music Education Through Law Rocks Concert

The Seattle legal community demonstrated its philanthropic power as the second annual Law Rocks concert raised $105,000 for youth music education programs, with most funds remaining in the local community to benefit underprivileged children. The event, held at The Crocodile on September 25, featured six amateur bands comprised of legal professionals from various Seattle law firms competing in what organizers describe as an epic battle of the bands fundraising concert.

Law Rocks is an international foundation with a mission to fund music education for underprivileged youth, partnering with local nonprofit organizations in each host city. According to founder Nick Child, the organization aims to raise money for those less fortunate while giving the legal industry the chance to realize their potential as rock stars. The foundation has implemented the Music Matters grant program specifically to support music education in underserved communities.

The event's success reflects the growing impact of Law Rocks globally. In the two years since implementing the Music Matters grant program, the organization has raised $9 million and expanded to 31 cities across five continents, bringing its unique combination of rock 'n' roll and charitable donations to legal communities worldwide. The Seattle event attracted over 600 attendees, with organizers anticipating even higher turnout for the 2026 concert.

Herschensohn Law Firm served as featured sponsors for the Seattle event, with firm representatives participating as judges alongside other members of the legal community. The firm's involvement highlights how personal injury and other legal practices are increasingly engaging in community-focused philanthropy beyond their traditional professional roles.

The Overall Winner and Hustle & Heart Award went to The Funk Docket, featuring legal talent from Schroeter Goldmark & Bender, The Law Offices of Edward H. Moore, Keller Rohrback, and L.M. Jones. The band performed to benefit the Academy for Creating Excellence (ACE), one of several local organizations supported through the event. The Judges' Choice Award went to The Lumberjax, featuring legal talent from Christensen O'Connor Johnson Kindness, who performed for Teen Talking Circles.

This philanthropic model represents a significant shift in how legal professionals engage with their communities, combining professional networking with substantial charitable impact. The $105,000 raised in Seattle contributes to a growing movement within the legal industry to support arts education, particularly in communities where budget constraints have limited access to music programs. As Law Rocks continues to expand globally, the organization demonstrates how professional communities can leverage their resources and talents to address educational inequities while building stronger community connections.