ABOUT LAUREN
Born in the hustle and bustle of New York City, I spent my early years navigating the city life until my family found their heart in North Carolina, it’s hard to believe that was over 20 years ago. Despite moving around the country and even to the Virgin Islands due to my mother's job, there was a magnetic pull towards North Carolina that eventually brought us back for good during my senior year of high school at R. J. Reynolds High.
Life took me on various detours before I circled back to my childhood dream of becoming an attorney. From being a student in my youth to returning as a non-traditional student at Salem College, I've worn many hats—working in hospitality, financial services, and retail customer service. Now, my proudest role is being a mom to my amazing 14-year-old daughter, supported by my partner and together they are my ultimate cheerleaders.
Summoning the courage to pursue law school in the fourth quarter of life, with a two-year-old in tow and covering around 600 miles a week, was no easy feat. The challenges were immense, and there were countless tearful nights, but I pressed on. Why? Because I couldn't fathom telling my daughter that I let fear stand in the way of chasing my dreams. The late nights and struggles culminated in crossing the finish line, proving that it's never too late to go after what you truly desire.
I started my legal journey as an Associate at Quander & Rubain, handling family law, civil matters, and criminal defense. Every day was a learning experience and being in the courthouse daily helped me build strong relationships with the local legal community. Grateful for being thrown into the thick of it, I gained confidence and a wide range of knowledge, eventually leading me to start my own practice. However, the pandemic had different plans.
It has been my experience that when a door closes, a window opens. I found a fulfilling role at the Forsyth County Public Defender’s Office, where I work with amazing people, providing essential representation to those in need. Transitioning to the bench means wearing many hats, administering justice across various legal areas. I embrace the responsibility, committed to upholding equality in every case.
On the bench, everyone matters—regardless of age, race, origin, wealth, or lack thereof. Justice must be accessible to all, at all times. It's time. I look forward to serving Forsyth County as District Court Judge.