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Rhino Round-Up: February Highlights

Written by Mark Sieve | Mar 5, 2026 10:37:19 PM

From celebrating excellence in the legal community at the Langston Bar Association awards to connecting with public sector leaders at the Public Agency Risk Management Association conference, February was filled with meaningful conversations and community engagement, along with opportunities to strengthen relationships across the industries we serve.

Check out the photos below to see how our teams came together to learn, grow, and unwind!

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Congratulations to MS&A’s Jamilla Harris on receiving the President’s Award for Outstanding Board Member of 2025 from the Langston Bar Association. We’re proud to see her dedication and service to the legal community recognized in such a meaningful way!

The MS&A team at our booth during the 2026 conference hosted by the Public Agency Risk Management Association (PARMA) in Monterey—connecting with public agency risk professionals, sharing insights, and enjoying a memorable event focused on resilience and collaboration.

MS&A’s Luba Lerner presenting at the 2026 PARMA Conference. Her session, “Casting the Net and Reeling It In – Mitigating Risk Associated with Hiring and Firing Employees,” offered practical guidance on documentation, discipline, and termination best practices to help organizations reduce exposure and navigate employment decisions with confidence.

MS&A’s Anna Monteleone and Megan Mavis leading their session at PARMA 2026. Their presentation, “Government Tort Claims Act: Understanding Immunities & Defenses for Public Entities,” provided practical insight into key statutory defenses and real-world strategies to help public entities minimize liability while staying protected and compliant.

Relaxing after a full day at the 2026 PARMA Conference in Monterey—team time after great sessions, conversations, and connections with risk management professionals.

Great night out with the team at last month’s Los Angeles Kings game—enjoying some downtime together and cheering on the home team!

Celebrating the final meeting of MS&A’s Leadership 2025 Cohort — marking months of growth, collaboration, and leadership development as this group wraps up their journey together!

MS&A Managing Partner Eric De Wames relaxing with colleagues at PIHRA’s inaugural HR Cruise. Eric’s presentations on strategic risk management and collaborative compliance sparked meaningful conversations about litigation prevention and HR best practices.

MS&A team members at the crab feed hosted by the Valley Industrial Claims Association in Sacramento—enjoying great food, great company, and a fun night of connection with the business community.

A night out with clients at an exciting matchup between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Golden State Warriors—a memorable evening and a great opportunity to experience one of the NBA’s premier rivalries.