$ 325-325 per hour
Lauren is AV rated by Martindale Hubble and a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and the American Academy of Assisted Reproductive Technology Lawyers. In 2013, the readers of the Catalyst magazine named Lauren one of Utah’s “Catalyst 100,” as a catalyst within our community. Also in 2013, the Community Foundation of Utah selected her as one of its “Enlightened 50” individuals who are “making a real difference in the lives of Utahns through innovation, collaboration and commitment to the common good.” Ms. Barros received the award of "Distinguished Family Law Practitioner" in 2005-2006 from the Utah State Bar and a "Most Fabulous Attorney" award from Q Salt Lake Magazine every year since 2007. She and her husband received Equality Utah's Allies Award in 2006. In 2004, Utah Business Magazine gave her the "Top 40 Under 40 Rising Stars" award. She is consistently listed in Utah Business Magazine's Family Law "Legal Elite" and in the American Trial Lawyers' Association "Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Utah."
In the Fall of 2009, Lauren co-founded the Rainbow Law Clinic, the first pro bono LGBT Law Clinic in Utah. She was also a Small Claims Court judge in the Third District Court (1998-2005), a member of the Salt Lake County Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue Team (1998-2003), and a member of the Board of the Friends of the Utah Avalanche Forecasters (2005-2007.)
Lauren regularly presents on topics within Family Law and Assistive Reproductive Technology Law, in Utah and nationally.
Lauren enthusiastically enjoys cycling, skiing, and hiking around Utah's mountains with her friends and family.
$ 325-325 per hour
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261 E Broadway Ste 200, Salt Lake City, UT, 84111-2463
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Posted by Amy | May 22, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Excellent, knowledgeable, responsive and good experience!
I've known Lauren Barros for over 10 + years. She helped me navigate through a very difficult, time consuming and extensive divorce. She was knowledgeable, informative and always provided me with an array of options and possible outcomes. Lauren is well respected within her community and it proved be...
Posted by Kathleen | January 31, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Transitioning Families
While going through my divorce, Lauren supported my view of putting the children's best interests before any other struggles my ex and I were facing. Divorce, always a painful process no matter what the circumstances, can often be devasting financially and legally, however, Lauren kept the process co...
Posted by suzanne | January 30, 2015 | Adoption
from an adoption professional
I am now retired but for many years I worked closely with Lauren on many adoption-related cases. Lauren was the most knowledgeable attorney in the area on certain types of adoption and I relied on her to give me honest and professional advice and competently handle the cases to which I referred her....
Posted by Bonnie | January 23, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Lauren Barros rocks!
I was referred to Lauren by another attorney. Lauren has represented me in various issues relating to my divorce decree and parenting plan. She has always been on top of everything and proactive. She is very organized and always ahead of the game and keeps me in the lead. She works well with the ...
Posted by CP | January 23, 2015 | Adoption
Excellent Attorney for LGBT Adoption!
Lauren helped me with a step parent same-sex adoption. She provided prompt information and help throughout each step of the process. Lauren is a true gem in Salt Lake City for any LGBT family law issues. I would highly recommend her to any straight or gay couple (or individual) for any family law is...
"Lauren is among the best family lawyers in Utah. She has built a strong reputation among her peers as well as with the court. She knows the law, is excellent to work with, and has her clients' interests in mind."
"I endorse this lawyer. Lauren is a compassionate and capable attorney who looks to resolve the unique needs of her clients."
"Lauren has handled some of the most complex family law cases in Utah. She has a very strong reputation among her colleagues and is frequently asked to speak and present on family law issues. Her ability to find solutions through negotiation is matched by her willingness to litigate when needed."
Family lawyer
Divorce and separation lawyer
2014
Legal Elite, Utah Business Magazine
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Utah, American Trial Lawyers Association
2013
Enlightened 50, Community Foundation of Utah
2013
Catalyst 100, Catalyst Magazine
2012
Most Fabulous Attorney, Q Salt Lake
2006
Allies Award, Equality Utah
2006
Distinguished Family Law Practitioner, Utah State Bar, Family Law Section
2004
Top 40 under 40, Utah Business Magazine
2003
William H. Leary Scholar, University of Utah
2002
Clark Dewsnup Scholarship Award, University of Utah
2009 - Present
Co-Founder and Volunteer Attorney, Rainbow Law Clinic
2002 - Present
President, LRBFamilyLaw
2002 - 2009
Volunteer Attorney, Family Law Clinic, Utah State Bar
1999 - 2002
Associate, Cohne, Rappaport & Segal
1998 - 2005
Small Claims Court Judge, Utah State Court
1997 - 1999
Attorney, Disability Law Center
1996 - 1997
Associate, Sylvester & Conroy
1994 - 1997
Adjunct Professor, University of Utah
1993 - 1996
Attorney, State of Utah
2015 - Present
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersMember
2014 - Present
Utah State BarLGBT Section
2012 - Present
American Inns of CourtMember
2012 - Present
American Bar AssociationFamily Law Section
2011 - Present
American Academy of Assisted Reproductive Technology AttorneysFellow
2011 - Present
American Bar AssociationAssisted Reproductive Technology Law Section
2010 - Present
Collaborative Family Lawyers of UtahMember
2010 - Present
National Women Trial LawyersMember
2006 - Present
National Center for Lesbian Rights, Family Law Advisory CouncilAttorney Member
2005 - Present
Utah State Bar, Family Law SectionExecutive Committee Member and Chair
1993 - Present
Women Lawyers of UtahMember and President of the Board
2008 - 2013
Utah Adoption CouncilMember
2008 - 2014
Equality UtahLegal Panel Chair
2003 - 2004
Utah State Bar CommissionEx Officio Member
1993
J.D.
1989
B.A.S.
2014
The Evolving Practice of Same Sex Family Law
2014
2013
Family Law
2013
Family Law
2013
2012
2012
Family Law
2011
Exploring New Frontiers of Assisted Reproductive Technology Law
2011
2010
Assisted Reproductive Technology Law in Utah
2010
Tales from the Trenches
2010
Family Law in Utah
2009
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