Sacramento, CA lawyer Robin Klomparens talks about the most rewarding aspect of her practice and her scholarly work. She shares that the most rewarding aspect of her practice is her clients. Helping them brings her immense satisfaction, especially since many have been with her for years. Some first came to her for a single project long ago and have since returned for new matters, trusting her guidance time and again. She takes pride in being a problem solver—someone who not only finds effective solutions but also ensures that if she cannot personally assist, her clients are referred to the right lawyer who can. For her, achieving a successful outcome that leaves clients feeling secure and supported is deeply fulfilling.

She often recalls the advice of a mentor who once told her that a lawyer takes on the weight of their clients’ burdens. She embraces that responsibility wholeheartedly, knowing that clients entrust her with their most pressing problems. Her goal is always to lift that weight and guide them toward a better place by the end of their case or project.

Beyond client work, she has an enduring passion for writing and teaching. Since her earliest years as a lawyer, she has written extensively and spoken at numerous professional events—now often through virtual platforms, though she prefers the energy of in-person interactions. She has taught at both Golden Gate University and the University of San Francisco, in the law school and in the master’s program in tax law.

She also participates in the annual California Bar event in Washington, D.C., where she and her colleagues present white papers to the national office. In addition, she contributes commentary for Tax Notes on emerging legislation and maintains strong professional relationships with many in government circles.

Mentoring young lawyers is another aspect of her work that she holds close to her heart. She believes that passing on knowledge and experience is essential to sustaining the integrity and future of the legal profession. For her, teaching, mentoring, and helping others grow are not only professional responsibilities but personal commitments that make her practice deeply meaningful.