Lauren Ashley Merritt
also known as Lauren Ashely Lewis
About Lauren
Biography
Most clients who engage my services have recently lost a loved one or are seeking help with caring for a loved one. It is important to feel supported and listened to during such vulnerable times. I strive to provide representation that goes beyond the paperwork and court filings and honors the emotional journey my clients are navigating. I try to connect with clients on a personal level so they can trust me to provide that additional support.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 6 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2019
No misconduct found
Licensed in Alabama for 8 years
State: Alabama
Acquired: 2017
No misconduct found
Location
Lauren A. Merritt, P.A.
105 S. De Villiers Street, Pensacola, FL, 32502
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Lauren Ashley Merritt's Reviews
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33 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 14 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by anonymous | February 26, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Probate Assistance
Lauren and team were responsive, accurate, and accessible as I worked with them to handle an estate needing probate in Pensacola.
Lauren Merritt
Replied last March 02, 2026We are so appreciative of your trust in our office and your thoughtful review. It has been a privilege to assist you. Thank you!
Posted by Wade | June 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Great experience!
Hello…….Lauren and her team were always ready to help with questions or concerns. I liked that there was a step by step plan to make sure everything got done and was done to the Judges satisfaction. I would certainly recommend Lauren Merritt to handle your estate needs.
Lauren Merritt
Replied last June 16, 2025Thank you for being such a wonderful client, and for the generous review. It was our privilege and our pleasure to work with your family during such a delicate time.
Posted by anonymous | May 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Guardianship
Excellent Guardianship Attorney
Lauren Merritt is amazing. I completed the guardianship process for my adult son with disabilities and she is the most affordable attorney in Pensacola that I found, and we received excellent, kind, quick, and professional help through the entire process from Lauren Merritt and her staff. Highly rec...
Lauren Merritt
Replied last May 20, 2024Thank you so much for the kind works and vote of confidence. It was our pleasure to work with you and your family!
Posted by David | April 03, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Excellent, thorough, timely
I hired this attorney to resolve a somewhat complicated property title issue in which I was the co-owner of a condominium unit with a person who had been deceased for some time. All the parties, including this person's multiple heirs, were out of state from different states and the probate from his e...
Lauren Merritt
Replied last April 09, 2024David, it was a pleasure working with you. Thank you so much for the thoughtful review and the opportunity to be of assistance.
Posted by Dominique “DJ” Patel | June 20, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Excellent Probate/Estate Attorney
I was recommended to Lauren during a difficult time of loss and she jumped right in to help! Lauren guided and assisted me for about 1.5 years on a probate/estate case and her team has made everything go smooth and effortlessly. Lauren and her assistant (Jody) always communicated and kept me up to da...
Lauren Ashley Merritt's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer.Lauren Lewis was a student in many of the classes that I teach at the University of West Florida Legal Studies Program. She was always well prepared and dedicated to whatever task she was assigned. She is very intelligent and works well with others. An excellent problem-solver!"
"If you are looking for a highly qualified, intelligent and compassionate attorney, then Lauren Lewis the way to go! She treats you with respect and courtesy. She is also a trustworthy lawyer. A true humanitarian and one of the most compassionate people I have ever met. There is true passion and concern that comes from her and it automatically puts you at ease regardless of the circumstance. I highly recommend her to everyone"
"Passionate Lawyer that cares about her clients. It was a pleasure to learn from Lauren at Trial Lawyers College."
"Lauren Lewis is an excellent attorney who fights hard for her clients. I highly recommend Lauren!"
"Lauren is as personable and diligent as they come. Her commitment to the legal profession is admirable, and she consistently goes above and beyond for her clients. Highly recommend!"
"I have personally and professionally known Lauren since she was 13 years old. She is an exceptional attorney and person. I would highly recommend her and would retain her to represent my own family members. I endorse this lawyer."
"Lauren is both empathetic and caring with clients and is outstanding in her attention to detail as an attorney. Very highly recommended!"
"Lauren has worked with me on a number of cases and is an exceptional attorney. She is well-prepared and sincerely cares about getting her clients the best results."
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Experience
Honors
2012
Hon. E. Earle Zehmer Memorial Mock Trial Competition, Florida Justice Association
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Attorney, Lauren A. Lewis, P.A.
2017 - 2019
Associate Attorney, Stevenson Klotz
2015 - 2017
Law Clerk/Paralegal, Stevenson Klotz
2013 - 2014
Law Clerk, Moore, Hill & Westmoreland, P.A.
2012 - 2012
Law Clerk, Moore, Hill & Westmoreland, P.A.
2012 - 2012
Certified Legal Intern, Office of the Public Defender 8th Judicial Circuit
2011 - 2011
Law Clerk, Moore, Hill & Westmoreland, P.A.
2011 - 2011
Law Clerk, Hon. M. Casey Rodgers, Chief Judge, United States District Court, Northern District of Florida
Associations
2020 - Present
Florida Association for Women LawyersPublic Relations Chair
2019 - Present
Escambia/Santa Rosa Bar AssociationMember
2019 - Present
The Pensacola American Inn of CourtMember
2017 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
2017 - Present
Alabama Association for JusticeMember
Education
2019
2013
JD - Juris Doctor
2010
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2019
Attorneys and Addiction: We Do Recover
2019
Languages
English