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Lauren E. McConnell

3.7
Rating: 1.1

Licensed for 13 years

Family Lawyer Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Business
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2017
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Licenses

Licensed in Idaho for 13 years

State: Idaho

Acquired: 2012

Resigned in Lieu of Discipline

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2017

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Lauren E. McConnell's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.7 /5.0

25 Client Reviews

Posted by anonymous | November 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Terrible.

Screwed up case by not filing proper paperwork with out of state court. Lost the case due to her negligence. Will not return phone calls or emails.

Posted by anonymous | March 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Don't bother

Missed appointments, zero contact as to why, obviously doesn't respect the time of her clients. Wont return your emails or phone calls. Now her offices phone number has been out of service for 2 weeks. I believe she has gone into business elsewhere but have received no contact as to how to reach her.... As a paying client for over a year she dropped me and disappeared. I wish i could say that was the only problem with this lawyer and her law firm but sadly it was not.

Posted by anonymous | February 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

TERRIBLE

Have started working with McConnell offices for almost 3 months now. Paid a nice chunk of money up front and have gotten NOTHING accomplished since. Wish I knew this was going to happen, I would've never went to you guys and would have kept my money and paid someone else. Horrible mistake! Will not r...ecommend to anyone!

Posted by Rick | May 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Family Legal Documents

When my mother become unable to take care of herself, McConnell Law and Lauren helped us with power of attorney, medical directive, and other documents we needed to make sure mom's wishes were followed and she was protected financially. They were fast, thorough, and reasonable.

Posted by anonymous | May 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Fabulous Attorney

I came to Lauren for help with a divorce. She made the process as painless as possible and was really patient with me. She was clear about the law, made the process easier to understand, and fought for what I wanted the whole time. I would definitely recommend her and definitely use her again.

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Lauren E. McConnell's Lawyer Endorsements

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William Young

Unknown lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is smart and capable. Hiring Lauren is a good decision."

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Fredrick Freeman

Family lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Co-worker

"Lauren is a brilliant and passionate attorney who gives it her all every time. And then some."

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Justin Jeppesen

Unknown lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Lauren. As a professional courtesy, she was willing to offer her guidance and share her experiences with me. The help she has provided me has proved very trustworthy. I can only imagine that the same is true for her clients. I encourage you to contact Lauren."

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Steven Eversole

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer for divorce and family law matters. She is well respected and works hard for her clients. Highly recommended."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Other

"Highly skilled and respected in the community. I endorse this lawyer."

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Douglas Borthwick

Business lawyer | Dec 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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D. Burkett

Family lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I enthusiastically endorse this attorney. Her posts here on Avvo demonstrate both knowledge of, and experience in, the law."

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Jarrett Blakeley

Unknown lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Simon Kabzan

Unknown lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer as one who is a specialist in their field and highly recommend."

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John O'Brien

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."

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Brian Donesley

Family lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. McConnell is a strong advocate in family and criminal cases. I recommend her to possible clients. She is clear and capable."

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John Barrera

Unknown lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lauren is a extremely intelligent, professional, honest and hard working attorney. She is very creative in resolving issues and is a strong advocate for her clients."

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Nikki Ramirez-Smith

Copyright infringement lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Lauren is an excellent attorney. She is bright, aggressive, and will fight for her clients. I highly recommend this lawyer."

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Jefferson Griffeath

Unknown lawyer | Dec 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I do not give endorsements lightly, and I absolutely endorse Lauren McConnell. She is exceptionally professional, proficient in the law and diligent when seeking out and researching information she doesn't know rather than simply "winging it" as some attorneys will. A client with Ms. McConnell as their attorney will surely be well represented."

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Douglas Leavitt

Unknown lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  1.1 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2017.

Resignation In Lieu of Discipline issued in ID, 2017

updated on 06/04/2018

This means the attorney resigned in order to avoid being disbarred. "Disbarment" is the most serious penalty for a lawyer.

Honors

2014

Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association

2012

Pro Bono Award, Univeristy of Idaho College of Law

2009

Award for Excellence, University of Idaho

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Attorney, McConnell Law, PLLC

2012 - 2013

Associate, Scarlett Law, PLLC

2011 - 2012

Legal Intern, Latah County Prosecutor's Office

2010 - 2010

Legal Extern, Kootenai County Prosecutor's Office

Associations

2014 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

Top 40 Under 40

2013 - Present

Idaho State Bar, CLE Committee

Executive Committee Member

2013 - Present

Federalist Society chapter

President

2013 - Present

Federalist Society

Idaho Lawyers Chapter President

2012 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Education

2012

University of Idaho College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2009

University of Idaho

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2016

Legal Research and Writing Oral Arguments

Oral Advocacy

2014

Experiential Learning Panel

Ethics and Best Practices - Common Mistakes by Beginning Lawyers and How to Avoid Them

Languages

English

Activity

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