Lauren Artese, Esq.

Lauren Artese is a founding partner at Artese Zandri PLLC, and is the firm’s lead trial litigator. Lauren handles highly contested divorces and custody disputes and is ready to take matters to trial when they cannot be resolved out of court.

Lauren brings to the firm her experience as a former prosecutor at the Kings County District Attorney’s Office, where she was assigned to the Gang Bureau and tried several serious felonies, including homicides. After her successful tenure as a prosecutor, Lauren shifted her focus to practice matrimonial and family law cases. She is now exclusively dedicated to working with clients facing divorce, child custody and support issues. Lauren’s trial experience enables her to aggressively advocate for the firm’s clients in court when necessary, and avoid trial when possible. Lauren also understands that matrimonial and family court cases are an emotional time for our clients, and she approaches these matters with compassion and understanding.

Education
Saint Joseph’s University, BA 2004
Brooklyn Law School, JD 2008

Admissions
New York State Bar
United States District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts

Professional Philosophy: I have great faith in the justice system, and how it works. I want my clients to believe it works too. When the judicial process is applied appropriately, it provides a platform for a person to be heard. I take great pride in my role in this process as I am the voice for my clients. 

Personal Philosophy: If you can’t be an advocate for everybody - you can’t be an advocate for anybody.

Hobbies: Cooking, Reading, Relaxing on the Beach and writing Poetry. 

What I love most:  The beach at midnight.

Top Memorable Moment: Holiday dinners at home with family.