PASADENA, CA – Lagerlof, LLP was named the 2025 Business Partner of the Year by the Chinese–American Elected Officials for its support of that organization and for its giving back to local civic and charitable organizations. 

The Chinese-American Elected Officials, or CEO, recognized Lagerlof, LLP at CEO’s annual event on Friday, June 13. This award recognizes Lagerlof’s civic engagement, member education, and community outreach, which all further CEO’s efforts. 

Lagerlof, LLP Partner, Jon Primuth, spoke at the event saying, “I’d like to thank CEO for the critical role it plays in representing Chinese-American communities in our vibrant democracy in Southern California. Each of the Lagerlof, LLP attorneys here tonight symbolizes the firm’s commitment to serving the community in representing public agencies, seniors and other members of vulnerable populations who need special protection. As a firm, Lagerlof takes seriously the special role attorneys play in maintaining our system of justice and maintaining the integrity and independence of our judicial system.” 

The Chinese-American Elected Official Organization (CEO), is a nonprofit dedicated to empowering communities through leadership and service. Lagerlof, LLP, a full-service law firm known for its strong commitment to public service. The Chinese-American Elected Officials and Lagerlof, LLP have centered their partnership and collaboration in a shared mission to support public agencies, seniors, and vulnerable populations through advocacy, legal expertise, and community-driven solutions. Together, CEO and Lagerlof, LLP are working to uplift underserved communities and advance impactful, long-term change.