Lauren R Barros

Lauren R Barros

4.7
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 32 years

Family Lawyer at Salt Lake City, UT
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Marriage & Prenuptials, Adoption

261 E Broadway Ste 200, Salt Lake City, UT

About Lauren

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Family 45%

Including assisted reproductive technology law, divorce, custody, post-divorce modification, child support, alimony, domestic violence, prenuptial agreements, LGBT specific issues, and adoption.

45%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 325-325 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Utah for 32 years

State: Utah

Acquired: 1993

Active

No misconduct found

Location

LRBFamilyLaw

261 E Broadway Ste 200, Salt Lake City, UT, 84111-2463

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Lauren R Barros's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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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...neficial during court proceedings. She was always on time and dependable. I would recommend Lauren without any hesitation.

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...ncise, honest, smooth and --- hard to believe --- easy and kind. And it didn't destroy either one of us financially, though at the time, my resources were slim. I would happily use her service for any and all legal matters, especially those dealing with any sort of delicate, family issue. I recommend her to anyone looking for excellent skills, expert service, and incredible credentials.

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.... I have the highest praise for her work and for her as a person.

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 ...opposing attorneys and brings out the best in everyone. She made sure that I got what was most important to me.

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...sue. I can't sing her praises enough!

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Lauren R Barros's Lawyer Endorsements

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Diana Telfer

Family lawyer | Sep 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Amy Kennedy

Family lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Lauren is a compassionate and capable attorney who looks to resolve the unique needs of her clients."

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Danielle Hawkes

Family lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Farrah Spencer

Family lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Amy Kennedy

Family lawyer

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Diana Telfer

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

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

Work Experience

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

Associations

2015 - Present

American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers

Member

2014 - Present

Utah State Bar

LGBT Section

2012 - Present

American Inns of Court

Member

2012 - Present

American Bar Association

Family Law Section

2011 - Present

American Academy of Assisted Reproductive Technology Attorneys

Fellow

2011 - Present

American Bar Association

Assisted Reproductive Technology Law Section

2010 - Present

Collaborative Family Lawyers of Utah

Member

2010 - Present

National Women Trial Lawyers

Member

2006 - Present

National Center for Lesbian Rights, Family Law Advisory Council

Attorney Member

2005 - Present

Utah State Bar, Family Law Section

Executive Committee Member and Chair

1993 - Present

Women Lawyers of Utah

Member and President of the Board

2008 - 2013

Utah Adoption Council

Member

2008 - 2014

Equality Utah

Legal Panel Chair

2003 - 2004

Utah State Bar Commission

Ex Officio Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Jones v. Barlow

Foot v. State of Utah

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Education

1993

University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law

J.D.

1989

Colorado College

B.A.S.

Speaking Engagements

2014

Utah State Bar, Family Law Section

The Evolving Practice of Same Sex Family Law

2014

Ogden OUTreach Center Family Law

2013

National LGBT Bar Association Lavender Law

Family Law

2013

Fall Forum

Family Law

2013

American Bar Association, Family Law Section Family Law

2012

OUTreach Family Law

2012

Fall Forum

Family Law

2011

Utah State Bar

Exploring New Frontiers of Assisted Reproductive Technology Law

2011

GaySaltLake.com Family Law

2010

Utah State Bar, Family Law Section

Assisted Reproductive Technology Law in Utah

2010

University of Utah College of Law

Tales from the Trenches

2010

Fall Forum

Family Law in Utah

2009

University of Utah LGBT Rights

Publications

1997

Utah Tenant Law Manual Utah Tenant Law Manual

Languages

English

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