Lauren Ruth Angelos

When going through a divorce, emotions are running high and it is imperative to your over all well-being to have someone on your side who is not only knowledgeable in the law, but who is also compassionate to the pain a predator can cause. Lauren is willing, able and ready to fight for you in the man...ner that best suits your case, personality and values. She is kind, considerate, intelligent and MOST importantly has the highest level of integrity not only as an attorney, (so rare) but as a person. That is truly the BEST way to win. Although Lauren is not a fan of civil cases such as this, I asked her to handle my divorce when my “wusband" continued to show his true colors and his ego led attorney created a bogus temporary DVRO in his STUPID attempt to "win." He didn't “win” anything…not the RO or any respect. As far as I am concerned, stooping to such a level such as that isn’t “winning.” I believe “you catch more flies with honey than you do with vinegar.” So, “when you can't fix stupid”~Ron White, just smile and hire Lauren to handle the rest. Lauren kills them with kindness and in my book, that's "winning." Intelligence and integrity over dishonest stupid tactics always WINS! "Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee. The hands can't hit what the eyes can't see."~ Muhammad Ali. It is with much love and gratitude to say I HIGHLY recommend Lauren in any capacity to swat those pesky flies.

Being arrested is a traumatic experience. It's hard to imagine how much one bad decision can impact your life until it happens. After speaking with the public defender, I realized that I was just another piece of paper that she needed to get off of her desk, I knew that I needed to hire an attorne...y, but I had no idea how to choose one. Luckily, a series of events lead me to Lauren. I'm a worrier by nature, and my imagination can get the best of me if I don't hear otherwise. Lauren touched base with me and kept me abreast of what was happening the entire time. She has a solid legal mind, and she always took the time to walk me through the ins and outs of my case with an impressive amount of patience and genuine concern. She often responded to my late night and weekend emails so quickly that I wondered if she ever stopped working. Ultimately, my charges were reduced and I was offered an unprecedented plea bargain of a much lesser offense that should be expunged from my record in a couple of years. I learned a lot from that night, and I also learned a lot about the kind of lawyer I want. If you're looking for a strategist who knows the law and how to effectively communicate with prosecutors, someone who is kind but tough, and someone who is honest and cares about what happens to you and your career, then I suggest you contact Lauren Angelos.

Lauren was the main point of contact for me in a highly complex, incredibly emotional DUI that dragged out over 7 months. Amazingly, I was NOT behind the wheel of my vehicle at the time of arrest! I was identified by a bicyclist who reported my driving as erratic and after dropping off my passenger (...who wasn't seen nor identified by the bicyclist) i addition, the police physically entered my property and handcuffed and arrested me from a secured back yard?! After a night in jail and the prospect of an IID, many months of school and community service and other forms of restitution I decided that the public defender, while talented and supportive, couldn't possibly give my case the attention and thought it needed. If you are stressing over the costs, as I did, securing a positive outcome, ie a high BAC converted to a wet reckless... Was worth every penny. Lauren was incredibly warm and gracious, while also VERY meticulous and offered all the pros and cons for each approach ... I cannot thank her enough not recommend her more highly.... Yes I could have fought for suppression but that too came with risks and she generously and painstakingly (for her, given how many times I asked her to review my options) took me through each scenario and the possible outcomes, gave her recommendation when asked, and then left the ultimate decision in my hands! She availed herself for conference calls with friends and ex lawyers to answer questions and offer more detail... I cannot say enough about her integrity, warmth, knowledge of the law and the court system in SD and her availability at any hour! Excellent guidance and a brilliant lawyer.

Lauren Angelos cares about you 100%! She knows the law and is always available and accessible to help you with any questions or concerns. She projects great confidence, but not arrogance, and is always fully prepared. Lauren delivers what she said she would do in handling your case. What makes her... exceptional is that she dosen't make you feel like a "bad" person! Sometimes simple circumstances can cause one to fall into a troubled situation very innocently! Lauren provides support, and mostly respect, in giving you back the goodness you have as a person! She brings you up when your feeling so low and disappointed in yourself, and restores your self respect. I never thought in a million years that I would EVER find myself in the situation that came upon me. I was in shock and disbelief, until I hired Lauren, and she turned everything around in an instant. I am so GRATEFUL to Lauren for resolving my case in my favor, and helping me put this awful situation finally behind me. Lauren's personallty is upbeat, happy, and very pleasant! Lauren is an EXCEPTIONAL Lawyer!!! God bless her always!!!!