Lauren Franklin is a Community Association Attorney at Garfinkel Marcell, where she represents condominium and homeowners’ associations across Florida.  She advises boards on governance, compliance, and dispute resolution, bringing a strong foundation of appellate experience.

Before joining the firm, Lauren served as a staff attorney in Florida’s Ninth Judicial Circuit, where she worked closely with multiple judges on complex matters. In that role, she gained rare behind-the-bench experience—analyzing motions, drafting judicial opinions, and advising on intricate evidentiary and constitutional issues. This work not only refined her analytical and writing skills, but also provided her with a deep understanding of judicial reasoning and decision-making processes. Lauren now draws on this insight to anticipate how courts are likely to approach arguments, allowing her to craft strategies that resonate with both judges and opposing counsel and to deliver exceptional advocacy for her clients.

Outside of her legal work, she enjoys fitness, cooking, and exploring Central Florida with her four-legged companion, Rusty Lee.