Lauren Eliopoulos
Attorney at Law
Lauren M. Eliopoulos focuses her practice on construction law and commercial litigation. She represents developers, general contractors, and subcontractors in various construction matters related to single-family homes, multi-family communities, mixed use projects, and high-rise condominiums throughout Florida. In her career, Ms. Eliopoulos has handled many cases in the glass and glazing field, including matters dealing with installation and product claims, claims of corrosion, water intrusion, and coatings related to sliding glass doors, windows, and railings. Ms. Eliopoulos implements effective strategies to resolve claims early and favorably by using targeted discovery and case-ending motions.
With a focus on catering to client needs, dedication to responsiveness, and a “can-do” attitude, Ms. Eliopoulos brings incredible passion to her cases. Her attention to detail during initial case analysis and strategy development has led to multiple early-stage resolutions in matters at mediation prior to the filing of litigation. From this experience, Ms. Eliopoulos participated in continuing education presentations for insurance adjusters and contractors on the Florida Statute 558 Construction Defect Notice of Claim procedures and best practices.
Ms. Eliopoulos has a family background in the food service and hospitality industry. She is an avid cook and enjoys culinary pursuits inspired by her travels.
Ms. Eliopoulos earned her juris doctor from Stetson University College of Law in May 2016 with a concentration in Environmental Law.
Presentations & Publications
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
- American Bar Association
- The Florida Bar
- The Florida Land Use and Environmental Division
- American Bar Association Young Lawyers Division
- St. Petersburg Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division
- Florida Association for Women Lawyers, Pinellas Chapter
- Environmental and Land Use Subdivision of the Florida Bar
PRACTICE AREAS
- Civil Litigation
- Commercial Litigation
- Construction Litigation
- Property Damage Litigation
- Premises Liability
EDUCATION
- J.D., Stetson University College of Law, 2016, Certificate of Concentration in Environmental Law, Moot Court Board, Journal of International Wildlife Law and Policy.
- B.A., summa cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa, Stetson University, 2011
BAR ADMISSIONS
- Florida
Representative Experience
Six Hundred Unit Residential Complex, Celebration, Florida
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In this construction defect case, Jason Moyer and Lauren Eliopoulos represent an HVAC subcontractor. Critical to their early success in this matter was the granting of a motion absolving their client of liability on a large issue throughout the community.
Representative Experience
Local Seafood Market, Clearwater, FL
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In this slip-and-fall premises liability case, Hugh Higgins and Lauren Eliopoulos earned a swift victory on behalf of this local seafood company. In a matter of months, Hugh and Lauren obtained summary judgement on the legal theory that the Plaintiff was a trespasser.
Representative Experience
Multi-tower Island Condominiums
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Hugh Higgins and Lauren Eliopoulos defend the stucco subcontractor in this construction defect case where the primary allegations revolve around alleged de-bonding of stucco from the walls and balconies of this 27 story beachfront condominium featuring over 200 units.
