professional bio
Based in Bradford & Barthel's Bay Area offices, Lauren Coleman's workers' compensation career has covered virtually all potential issues, from defending high-value, complex cases involving multiple injuries, employee-independent contractor classification disputes, and contribution, to COVID-19 claims. Her earlier focus on arenas of employment and disability law makes her particularly well prepared to identify and tackle most potential employer difficulties before they become problematic. Lauren believes regular communications with the client promotes the most efficient resolution possible, whether it be via settlement, mediation or trial.
A California native, Lauren has lived and studied throughout the state. She earned her Juris Doctor degree at UC Hastings College and her Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Psychology from UC San Diego. She has minors in law and society as well as Japanese studies.
When not working, Lauren can be found hiking on one of the many trails throughout the Bay Area or writing her fantasy novel.
Education & Memberships
20 15 University of California, Hastings College of the Law (San Francisco, CA)
Juris Doctor
2012 University of California, San Diego (La Jolla,CA)
Bachelor of Arts (Psychology; Minor in Law, Society & Japanese Studies)
2016 State Bar of California
AUTHORED Blog Articles & Webinars
Joinder: Setting the Table for Resolution of Cumulative Trauma Claims
Lauren Coleman and Partner Nasir Adil presented a primer on joining co-defendants in cumulative trauma claims. They covered the who, when, how, and
Joinder: The More, the Merrier!
As parties rush to settle their cases during the jolly days of settlement season, one key question to ask when settling cumulative trauma
Contribution: Things to Note when Settling Cumulative Traumas
Lauren Coleman and Nasir F. Adil cover elections, language to include in settlement documents to reserve contribution rights, and a defense to reduce
Contribution Considerations During Settlement Season
Towards the end of year, applicants often become interested in settlement of their workers’ compensation claims to help fund celebration of the holidays
