Ken DeMoura, Managing Partner of DeMoura | Smith presents PlumFest President Shannon Kinney with presenting sponsorship check
Leading Law Firm Donates $5,000 to Support Local Music, Community Engagement, and Arts Access on the North Shore
Newburyport, MA – DeMoura | Smith LLP, a leading litigation, estate planning, probate and business law firm based in Wakefield, has officially signed on as the Premier Presenting Sponsor of PlumFest 2025, a beloved island-wide music festival held on Plum Island that celebrates local musicians and raises funds for music education and community arts programs. The event will be held September 13 from noon-six pm.
The $5,000 sponsorship check was presented to PlumFest President Shannon Kinney by Ken DeMoura, Managing Partner of DeMoura | Smith LLP and Board Chair of PlumFest, underscoring the law firm’s deep commitment to supporting vibrant, community-based initiatives. This is the second consecutive year that the Firm has served as Presenting Sponsor.
“It’s a true pleasure to support an organization so deeply rooted in the community,” said Ken DeMoura. “At DeMoura | Smith, one of our core values is community engagement, and PlumFest represents everything we love about where we live and work—local talent, collaboration, and a shared passion for making the arts accessible to everyone. Supporting PlumFest aligns with our belief that vibrant local culture and service go hand in hand. We’re proud to help bring people together through music while supporting a great cause. This relationship is consistent with our “Locally-Centered” mission.”
Founded in 2012, DeMoura | Smith LLP is nationally recognized in Best Law Firms In America® and delivers sophisticated legal counsel with personal attention. The firm serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, families, entrepreneurs, colleges and universities, corporations, partnerships, financial institutions, real estate developers, and other businesses—across practice areas including civil litigation, trusts and estates, and probate matters. The attorneys at DeMoura|Smith are frequently engaged in personal injury cases, commercial transactions, employment, class action and higher education matters. The Firm has an active independent investigations practice as well. They are recognized for balancing practical strategy with strong legal advocacy.
PlumFest is a free, volunteer-powered music festival that transforms porches, decks, and yards across Plum Island into live music stages for a day of incredible performances. This year’s event will feature approximately 100 bands performing across approximately 50 locations around the island in a uniquely walkable and welcoming atmosphere. Proceeds from PlumFest benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Lower Merrimack Valley, helping to provide critical programs and support for local youth, and other chosen beneficiaries.
“We are so grateful for the support of Ken and DeMoura | Smith,” shared PlumFest President Shannon Kinney. “This level of support along with our volunteer bands, hosts and team ensures we will be able to continue to host our event. PlumFest is an island-wide celebration of music and community on beautiful Plum Island, and our team is hard at work to create an amazing experience for our guests”.
The full lineup of performers for PlumFest 2025 will be announced next month at www.plumfest.org. Music lovers, families, and visitors from across the region are encouraged to save the date and plan to experience this unforgettable day of community, creativity, and fun.. Based on the porchfest movement, the event showcases local musicians of all styles and genres, and is sure to be fun for everyone.
With the support of sponsors like DeMoura Smith LLP, PlumFest continues to grow and enrich the cultural fabric of the North Shore community. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities for PlumFest 2025, visit https://plumfest.org/sponsors/
About DeMoura Smith LLP
DeMoura Smith LLP is a boutique law firm with deep expertise in business and civil litigation. The firm represents individuals, entrepreneurs, and companies of all sizes on a wide range of legal matters. Known for providing practical and effective legal solutions with personalized attention, the firm has earned a reputation for integrity, responsiveness, and excellence in advocacy.
To learn more about DeMoura | Smith LLP, visit: www.demourasmith.com
To learn more about PlumFest or to get involved, visit: www.plumfest.org
