Lauren Ashley Jacobson

Lauren Ashley Jacobson

also known as Lauren Macdonald

4.7
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 11 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Westport, CT
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Education, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning

266 POST ROAD EAST, Westport, CT

About Lauren

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Education 35%

Litigation.

35%
Criminal Defense 15%

Litigation and juvenile defense.

15%
Estate Planning 15%

Estate planning, administration, and probate.

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 9 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2016

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Connecticut for 11 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 2015

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Maya Murphy, P.C.

266 POST ROAD EAST, Westport, CT, 06880

Maya Murphy, P.C.

261 Madison Avenue, New York, NY, 10016

Maya Murphy, P.C.

233 Broadway, New York, NY, 10279

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Lauren Ashley Jacobson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | February 08, 2022

Knowledgeable and Responsive

Although I did not move forward with legal action, Lauren assisted me with very helpful information. I called to speak with her, and she immediately took the time to answer my questions and address concerns in a clear way and discussed possible options for me. She was upfront about expectations and w...hat she services she could offer.

Posted by Susan | August 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills

A thoughtful and knowlegable lawyer

Lauren Jacobson helped me revise my will. She was patient with questions I probably should have known the answers to, and helped me avoid several pitfalls. She was also patient with my second thoughts and revisions. It was clear she was familiar with complicated family situations, domestic partnershi...p vs. marriage, and probate.

Posted by Zack | August 05, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Estate planning

Lauren was very professional, efficient, easy to work with, and accommodating to our schedule.

Posted by anonymous | March 31, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Excellent competent Lawyer

Lauren is an extremely helpful and knowledgeable lawyer. Communication was better than I could ask for and she provided me with all the legal issues in my employement case. She is a kind and compassionate woman. I recommend her highly.

Posted by Kyra | March 20, 2021

Highly Recommend

Although my interaction with Attorney Jacobson was limited to an initial inquiry, her services were invaluable. She helped me determine whether or not my situation required legal services at a time when I had no one else to turn to. Her questions were thoughtful and she assessed the situation with p...rofessionalism and confidence. I wouldn’t hesitate to use her services in future. Thank you!

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Lauren Ashley Jacobson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ruth Israely

Unknown lawyer | Dec 28

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Evangeline Kliegman

Unknown lawyer | Nov 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Jacobson is committed to providing her clients with outstanding legal representation. She is a highly skilled and knowledgeable advocate for her clients, and I strongly endorse her."

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Evamarie Fox

Litigation lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Co-worker

"I've worked with Lauren on a number of matters. I've had the opportunity to see her work with clients and opposing counsel in both formal and informal settings. She is knowledgeable, diligent, and professional."

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Christine Landis

Unknown lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lauren is an intelligent and capable attorney. She is known in our legal community for her hard work on behalf of her clients and her knowledge of the court system, and I strongly endorse her."

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Michael Bivona

Employment and labor lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lauren is a smart, empathetic, and zealous advocate who gets great results for her clients while showing off her poise and creativity. I highly recommend her."

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Bertram McDowell

Unknown lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Co-worker

"Attorney MacDonald is flat out a phenomenal lawyer. Her critical thinking skills, coupled with her ability to connect with her clients is what sets her apart. She is a fierce advocator, and I am privileged to have worked with her in the past. I endorse Attorney MacDonald."

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Ephraim Fink

General practice lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"Lauren is a bright, energetic and experienced attorney who cuts right to the core issues for clients getting them remarkable results with notable efficiency. Both her academic and people skills are beyond reproach. Although she practices in the areas of education, employment, criminal and business litigation, she can handle any legal controversy with aplomb, tact and the utmost professionalism."

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Jonathan Jacobson

Litigation lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Friend

"Lauren is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community. She is knowledgeable, professional, and is responsive to her clients' needs."

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Tyler Balding

Unknown lawyer

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Richard Rapice

Unknown lawyer

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Ruth Israely

Employment and labor lawyer

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Jessica Vizvary

Employment and labor lawyer

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Adam Larue

Personal injury lawyer

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Genna Goldner

Privacy lawyer

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Julie Bernblum

Landlord or tenant lawyer

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Tori Ludwig

Family lawyer

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Micah Vitale

Employment and labor lawyer

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Evangeline Kliegman

Estate planning lawyer

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Steven Landis

Personal injury lawyer

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Evamarie Fox

Family lawyer

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Christine Landis

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kelly McKeon

Mergers and acquisitions lawyer

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Michael Bivona

Criminal defense lawyer

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Mark Sherman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Harry Murphy

Litigation lawyer

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Joseph Maya

Employment and labor lawyer

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Bertram McDowell

Litigation lawyer

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Michael Stenger

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2023

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2022

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2021

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2020

Top 40 Under 40 for Criminal Defense in Connecticut, The National Trial Lawyers

2020

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2014

Academic Excellence Award, Quinnipiac University School of Law

2014

Excellence in Land Use and State and Government Law, Quinnipiac University School of Law

2014

Service to the Law School, Quinnipiac University School of Law

2014

Excellence in Clinical Work, Quinnipiac University School of Law

2014

Academic Achievement Award in Trial Practice, Quinnipiac University School of Law

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Attorney, Maya Murphy, P.C.

2016 - 2018

Attorney, Boyle Shaughnessy Law

2015 - 2016

Attorney, Votre and Associates, P.C.

2013 - 2014

Law Clerk, Dowley and Associates

2013 - 2013

Certified Legal Intern, Quinnipiac University Legal Clinic

2012 - 2012

Sappern Fellow, Sappern Fellowship

2012 - 2012

Legal Intern, Connecticut Attorney General's Office

Associations

2021 - Present

Fairfield County Bar Association

Co-chair of the Women in the Law Committee

2018 - Present

Fairfield County Bar Association

Young Lawyers Committee Member

2016 - Present

New York City Bar Association

2013 - 2014

Quinnipiac Probate Law Journal

Editor in Chief

Education

2014

Quinnipiac University

JD - Juris Doctor

2011

American University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2021

Employment Law Seminar

New Laws Impacting Connecticut Employers: What you Need to Know

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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