Lauren Bavitz Fields

Lauren Bavitz Fields

Roth Davies LLC
  • Family Law, Divorce
  • Kansas, Missouri
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Lauren Bavitz Fields is an associate attorney at Roth Davies, LLC. Lauren has years of experience in domestic litigation, with an emphasis on complex and contested divorce, paternity, custody, parenting time, child support disputes, and protection from abuse and protection from stalking matters. Lauren also works on traffic matters alongside the criminal defense team.

Lauren is passionate about her cases, which helps her connect with her clients, negotiate effectively, and reach settlements. Whether your case requires mediation, depositions, or trial, Lauren is a zealous advocate and will fight for you until the end.

Lauren is admitted to the Kansas bar and has handled cases all over Kansas, including Johnson County, Douglas County, Shawnee County, Wyandotte County, Franklin County, Jefferson County, Anderson County, Atchison County, and Leavenworth County.

Lauren was born and raised in the Midwest. She graduated magna cum laude with honors from Drake University prior to attending the University of Kansas School of Law. Outside work, Lauren enjoys spending time with her friends and family, attending concerts, and playing with her two corgis.

Practice Areas
Family Law
Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
Divorce
Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
Fees
  • Credit Cards Accepted
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Kansas
Kansas Supreme Court
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Missouri
The Missouri Bar
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Languages
  • English
Professional Experience
Attorney
Roth Davies LLC
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Attorney
Margie Wakefield Law Offices, P.A.
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Law Clerk
Margie Wakefield Law Offices, PA
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Child Advocate
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Douglas County
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Elder Law Legal Intern
Kansas Legal Services
Court AdvocateCourt
Willow Domestic Violence Center
Education
University of Kansas School of Law
J.D. (2015) | Law
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Honors: Cali Award - LGBTQ Seminar
Activities: Women in Law, Student Bar Association, Kansas Bar Association
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Drake University
B.A. (2012) | Law, Politics & Society; Rhetoric
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Honors: magna cum laude, Drake Honors Program; Phi Beta Kappa
Activities: Kappa Kappa Gamma, Emerging Leaders Model, Drake Dance Team
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Awards
Client Champion - Silver
Martindale-Hubbell
Very Good Rating
Avvo
Best Divorce Lawyer in Kansas City
The Pitch Magazine
2020
Client's Choice Award
Avvo
2019
Professional Associations
State Bar of Kansas  # 26801
Member
Current
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Johnson County Bar Association
Member
Current
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Kansas Trial Lawyers Association
Member
Current
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Association of Women Lawyers of Greater Kansas City
Member
Current
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Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association
Member
Current
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Earl E. O'Connor American Inn of Court
Member
Current
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Johnson County Family Law American Inn of Court
Member
Current
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Kansas Bar Association
Member
Current
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Publications
Articles & Publications
Top Five Emotional Steps to Getting Through a Divorce
Roth Davies Blog
Top Ten Reasons A Good Divorce Lawyer can Save you Money
Roth Davies Blog
Top Ten Reasons to Hire a Divorce Lawyer
Roth Davies Blog
Top Ten Things a Parent Needs to Consider When Getting Divorced
Roth Davies Blog
Top Ten Things to Prepare for when Getting a Divorce in Johnson County, Kansas
Roth Davies Blog
Top Ten Ways To Ensure good Communication with your Lawyer during a Divorce
Roth Davies Blog
Top Ten Ways To Get More Time with Your Child when Getting a Divorce
Roth Davies Blog
Top Ten Ways To Get the Most Child Support during a Divorce
Roth Davies Blog
Top Ten Ways To Lower Your Child Support
Roth Davies Blog
Top Ten Ways Your Spouse May Hide Money During a Divorce
Roth Davies Blog
What are the benefits of getting a Postnuptial Agreement?
Roth Davies Blog
Common Misconceptions About Divorce and Family Law
Roth Davies Blog
Contested vs. Uncontested Divorce: Which One is Right for Me?
Roth Davies Blog
Divorcing Later in Life
Roth Davies Blog
How Does Infidelity Affect the Outcome of My Divorce?
Roth Davies Blog
Learn with a Lawyer - Don't "USE" your Child to advance your goals in a Family law case.
Roth Davies Blog
JoCo Divorce Lawyer: Is the property I had before the marriage going to be split if I get a Divorce?
Roth Davies Blog
Learn with a Lawyer - Choosing the Right Lawyer Matters
Roth Davies Blog
Learn with a Lawyer - Push for Settlement
Roth Davies Blog
The future of family law during COVID-19
Augusta Free Press
Speaking Engagements
Paternity actions in Johnson County, Kansas and when they should be filed.
Kansas City Spotlight
Divorce Cases and Common Divorce Questions
Kansas City Spotlight
Covid-19 and how it is affecting family law cases and parenting time
Kansas City Spotlight
Increase in divorce filings during Covid-19
Fox4
Common questions for divorce lawyers
Kansas City Spotlight
Filing a Paternity Case in Kansas City
Kansas City Spotlight
Websites & Blogs
Website
Roth Davies Website
Blog
Roth Davies Blog
Contact & Map
Roth Davies, LLC
Lee's Summit Office
400 SW Longview Blvd
Suite 220
Lee's Summit, MO 64081
Telephone: (913) 451-9500
Fax: (913) 451-9501
Monday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday: 8 AM - 6 PM
Wednesday: 8 AM - 6 PM
Thursday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Friday: 8 AM - 6 PM (Today)
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Roth Davies LLC
Overland Park Office
6240 W 135th St, Suite 250
Overland Park, KS 66223
Telephone: (913) 451-9500
Monday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Friday: 8 AM - 5 PM (Today)
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed