Overview
Lauren Davis is a member of Smith Anderson’s Employment, Labor and Human Resources practice group. Since joining the firm in 2021, Lauren has worked closely with employers across a broad spectrum of workplace law matters. Her practice includes advising clients on employment issues in the context of corporate transactions, preparing and negotiating employment-related agreements and developing comprehensive multi-state employee handbooks and workplace policies.
Lauren’s approach to her work is rooted in her understanding of the dynamic nature of employment law and a commitment to helping employers navigate the legal landscape with confidence and clarity. Whether supporting day-to-day compliance needs or offering counsel during pivotal business changes, she brings a thoughtful perspective and meticulous attention to detail to each matter she handles.
Outside of her legal practice, Lauren is an avid fan of Michigan State University basketball and football. She also enjoys dancing, traveling to new destinations and attending musicals.
Areas of Focus
Credentials
Education
- UNC Chapel Hill School of Law, J.D., with honors, 2021
- Institute Editor, North Carolina Banking Institute Journal
- Certified Student Practitioner, Startup NC Law Clinic
- Dean’s Fellow
- Vice President, Carolina Teen Court Assistance Program
- Vice President, Carolina Law Ambassadors
- Mentor Coordinator, Women in Law
- Michigan State University, B.A., Finance, with honors, 2018
Bar & Court Admissions
- North Carolina
Insights
Speaking EngagementCo-Presenter, "Pregnant Worker Protections: A Developing Landscape," Smith Anderson's 32nd Annual Employment Law Update, Cary, N.C.
Speaking EngagementPanelist, "What's New for 2023 in Employment Law," Smith Anderson's 31st Annual Employment Law Update, Cary, N.C.
Smith Anderson Welcomes 10 Attorneys to the Firm in Q3