Lauren’s practice specializes in real estate transactions, estate planning, probate, and representing small businesses. With a diverse background in real estate, she has successfully assisted thousands of clients in buying and selling personal residences, investment properties, and commercial buildings. Understanding the complexities and time-consuming nature of real estate transactions, Lauren provides comprehensive support throughout every step of the process. Her dedication to detail, responsiveness, and expertise in the ever-evolving real estate market make her a trusted resource for her clients. Lauren collaborates with top local realtors, builders, home inspectors, lenders, surveyors, and title companies, ensuring her clients receive the best service possible.
In addition to real estate, Lauren has extensive experience drafting estate plans of all sizes and complexities. She offers flat fees for most wills, trusts, and powers of attorney and works closely with clients to design estate plans that maximize tax savings while minimizing costs and time investment. Lauren also handles probate matters, guiding families through the often complex and emotional process of administering estates and resolving any related legal issues.
Lauren also represents several small businesses in the Chicagoland area. She assists with corporate formation, restructuring, contract drafting and negotiation, and succession planning. Lauren is passionate about supporting small business owners and helping them grow and succeed. Her clients span a wide range of industries—from HVAC contractors and tech startups to retail stores—and many consider her their trusted general counsel.
When she’s not working, Lauren enjoys traveling, cooking, and spending quality time with her husband, Travis, and their daughter, Charlotte.
Education:
- J.D., Magna Cum Laude, University of Illinois College of Law
- B.S. in Economics and Finance, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign