Los Angeles, CA family law attorney Robyn Santucci talks about her background & experience and her service to the community. She shares that she entered the field of family law through a background in clinical psychology, an unconventional path that proved to be a natural fit. During her first summer in law school, she interned for two Family Court judges, where she observed cases, met litigants, and connected with family law attorneys. The experience gave her insight into the challenges families face and revealed how closely the field aligned with her psychology training. Throughout law school, she conducted research and writing for family law attorneys, building a strong foundation that made family law a seamless transition after graduation. For her, both psychology and family law share the common purpose of helping people and solving problems, which shaped her career path.

Volunteerism has also been a central part of her life. She was raised with the value of giving back and has dedicated many years to nonprofit work. One organization in particular, Our House Grief Support Center in Los Angeles, has been especially meaningful to her. She founded the organization’s associate board in 2008 and later joined the board of directors in 2015.

Our House addresses a critical need in Los Angeles by providing grief support groups for adults and children who have lost someone close. These groups, organized by age and relationship, allow participants to connect with others who truly understand the depth of their grief. She views this work as vital, as it offers a kind of support that friends or family members often cannot provide.

Her commitment to the organization reflects her broader dedication to helping others, whether through her professional work in family law, her personal life, or her volunteer service. For her, supporting people through difficult times is not just a profession but a calling.