About Lauren Louise
Lauren Louise Garner is a partner at Jaburg & Wilk, P.C., a prominent law firm located in Phoenix, Arizona. This firm specializes in probate and trust litigation, as well as guardianships and conservatorships. Garner's legal career began when she was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1982, followed by her admission to the Arizona Bar in 1999. Before relocating to Phoenix in 1998, she practiced law in Miami, Florida, for 17 years, focusing primarily on probate, guardianship, and commercial litigation. Garner earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Florida in 1981, a pivotal achievement that laid the foundation for her extensive legal career.
Prior to this, she received a Bachelor of Arts from Smith College in 1979. Her academic background gave her the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate complex legal issues in her areas of expertise. In Arizona, she has become a well-respected figure in the legal community, actively contributing to various professional organizations and initiatives. From 2008 to 2009, Lauren served as Chair of the Executive Council of the Probate and Trust Section of the State Bar of Arizona. In 2007, she held the position of Chair of the Estate Planning and Probate Section of the Maricopa County Bar Association.
Her leadership roles reflect her commitment to advancing the field of probate and trust law. Additionally, she volunteers as a Judge Pro Tem for the Maricopa County Superior Court in the Probate and Mental Health Division, where she mediates probate litigation cases, further demonstrating her dedication to resolving disputes effectively. Garner is a Fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC) and currently serves as the Arizona State Chair. Her contributions to the field have not gone unnoticed; she has been recognized as a Southwest Super Lawyer since 2015 and has been listed in Best Lawyers in America for Trusts and Estate Litigation since 2016. In 2019, she was honored as one of the Top 25 Arizona Women Attorneys by Super Lawyers, highlighting her influence and reputation within the legal community.
As an advocate for mediation and alternative dispute resolution, Lauren became a certified mediator in Florida and continues to offer mediation services in Arizona. She frequently speaks at seminars focused on probate and trust litigation, emphasizing strategies to avoid disputes and promote amicable resolutions. Her dedication to her clients and the legal community shows her commitment to excellence in probate and trust law, making her a valuable asset to both her firm and the broader legal field.
