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Lauren Schoenbaum

Managing Partner

Business Law

(512) 275-6277

Lauren@rslawtx.com

Lauren is the co-founder and managing partner of RSM Law and the head of the firm’s business law practice. Lauren represents clients in many different industries through all stages of growth. Lauren’s provides top quality legal counsel to businesses including corporate governance and formation, drafting and negotiating contracts, and major transition support including succession planning and asset sales. In addition to traditional businesses, she also support multi-generational family businesses and more passive investment business interests, particularly in Austin's growing real estate market. Lauren also oversees the estate planning process for many of the firm’s business-owning clients to ensure their business and personal planning goals are complementary. 

Lauren’s affinity for self-starters and entrepreneurs is based in her own entrepreneurial experience. She co-owned her first business while still in college. Lauren prioritizes client communication and works efficiently with clients to develop the best strategy for each individual situation. An established attorney once called her “shrewd” and to this day it’s the nicest compliment she’s ever received.

Lauren has received numerous professional commendations including being named the Austin Under 40 winner in the legal category, and being named a top attorney by Austin Monthly magazine and a Rising Star by Super Lawyers for multiple years in a row. 

A native Kansan, Lauren earned her BSBA in Marketing and International Business from Washington University in Saint Louis and graduated from the University of Texas School of Law, with honors. 

In addition to her legal practice, Lauren is on the board of the Mother Attorney Mentoring Association of Austin, and is an active supporter of the Texas Bar Foundation, Austin Bar Association, People Fund, the Austin Diaper Bank and supports and mentors first generation law students.

Community INVOLVEMENT

YMCA Austin Metro Board Member 2019-2023

MAMAs Austin: Permanent Board Member, 2011-present, President 2013-2015

Texas Bar Foundation, 2015-present, Nominations Committee 2018

People Fund Austin: Pro Bono Legal Volunteer, 2012-present

Austin Diaper Bank: Board Member 2014-2016

Austin Bar Association

Texas Bar Association

Travis County Women Lawyers’ Association (TCWLA)

UT Austin and UT Law Mentor


Honors and Recognition

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Austin Under 40 Legal Category Winner 2020 and Finalist, 2018

Texas Bar Foundation, Fellow, 2015

 Austin Bar Foundation, Fellow, 2016

Champion of Change, Austin Diaper Bank, 2016

TCWLA Advancement of Women’s Interests Award, 2016

People Fund Volunteer of the Year 2018


Bar Admissions

Texas, 2009

U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas, 2011

Recent Speaking Topics

Minimizing Legal Risks for Growing Businesses

Succession Planning and Business Transitions

Hiring Contract Workers and First Employees

The Entrepreneur’s Guide: Law, Accounting and HR

Risks of Internet-Based Legal Services

Estate Planning for Business Owners

The Basics of Trademark Protection and Registration

 

If you are interested in having Lauren present to your group, please contact Firm@rlsawtx.com