LAURA VERONICA YAEGER

Laura Yaeger is a nationally respected trial lawyer, leader, and advocate known for doing the work that matters, whether anyone is watching or not.

She has built her career on a foundation of integrity, inclusivity, and a deep commitment to justice, earning the trust of clients, colleagues, and communities nationwide.

A natural connector and communicator, Laura brings people together, leads with purpose, and remains focused on one simple belief: everyone deserves to be heard.

FULL BIOGRAPHY

Laura has been involved in leading national mass-tort litigations involving Americans injured by defective products including:

  • Paragard

  • Fen Phen (diet pills)

  • Biomet Hip

  • Stryker Rejuvenate Hip

  • Defective Hip Implants

  • Transvaginal Mesh

  • Essure

  • Risperdal/Invega

  • GranuFlo

  • Tylenol

  • Infuse

ADMISSIONS

Attorney Laura Yaeger is admitted to practice in:

  • North Carolina, 2025

  • Florida, 2013

  • Texas, 1999

EDUCATION

UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON LAW CENTER, HOUSTON, TX
LL.M in Health Law, Spring 2009, with Honors

Research

    • Directed Research Projects: Fall 2008, Baylor College of Medicine Center for Medical Ethics: Spring 2009, Professor Barbara Evans.

Honors

    • Winner of the 7th Annual Robert S. Toth LL.M Writing Competition. Amendment 7: Medical Tradition v. The Will of the People, Has Florida’s Peer Review Privilege Vanished?

ST. THOMAS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW, MIAMI, FL
Juris Doctorate, May 1996, with Honors

Honors

    • Top 10%; Dean’s List: Fall Semesters 1993, 1994, 1995

    • Academic Jurisprudence Awards: Legal Research and Writing, Fall Semester 1993, Law and Medicine, Fall Semester 1995

    • Academic Scholarships: 1994, 1995, 1996

    • Moot Court: Executive Board Secretary 1995 – 1996; Participant in the J. Braxton Craven Jr. Memorial Moot Court Competition 1995; Member since 1994

    • Public Interest Fellowship: Legal Services of Greater Miami, Spring Semester 1996. Legal Intern

Activities

    • Florida Association of Women Lawyers: St. Thomas Chapter President 1995 – 1996, Organized the Second Annual Domestic Violence Forum 1995

    • Gay & Lesbian Law Student Association: St. Thomas Chapter Founding Member; Vice President 1995 – 1996

    • Phi Delta Phi: Member 1994 – 1996

    • North Dade Bar Association: Member 1995 – 1996

LOYOLA UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW, ROME, ITALY
Study Abroad Program, June – July 1995

FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY, TALLAHASSEE, FL
Bachelor of Science, English Education, May 1991

Presentations & Publications

Articles 

  • Amendment 7: Medical Tradition v. The Will of the People, Has Florida’s Peer Review Privilege Vanished? Journal of Law & Medicine, Winter 2008

  • Florida’s Vanishing Peer Review Privilege Amendment 7: A Patient’s Right to Know About Adverse Medical Incidents MedStaff News, Vol. 7, Issue 2, May 2008

  • Florida’s Vanishing Peer Review Privilege Amendment 7: A Patient’s Right to Know About Adverse Medical Incidents MedStaff News, Vol. 7, Issue 2, May 2008

  • A Little Too Late: The Public Health Response to the World Trade Center Attack Health Law Perspectives, November 8, 2007 

AWARDS & HONORS

  • Awarded the AAJ Board of Governors Outstanding Achievement  (2026)
  • Awarded the Compassionate Counsel Award from The Milestone Foundation (2026)

  • Awarded the AAJ Richard D. Hailey Distinguished Service Award (2025)

  • Awarded the AAJ Harry Phillo Award (2021)

  • Awarded the AAJ Distinguished Service Award

  • Top Young Professionals on the Fast Track, H Texas Magazine, 2005 and 2007

  • Houston’s Top Lawyers, H Texas Magazine, 2008

  • Texas’ Top Young Attorneys, H Texas Magazine, 2008

  • Texas Rising Star, Super Lawyers, 2008

YAEGER LAW:
A LEGAL POWERHOUSE

Fighting for Individuals.
Advocating for Justice.

For more than 25 years, Laura Veronica Yaeger has represented individuals and families whose lives have been changed by the negligence of corporations, institutions, and individuals.

Her practice includes mass tort litigation, personal injury, and single-event catastrophic injury cases. Whether representing one client or thousands, Laura approaches every case with the same unwavering commitment: helping people find answers, accountability, and justice.

Throughout her career, Laura has worked alongside some of the nation’s leading plaintiff firms, served in leadership roles in complex litigation, and advocated for clients harmed by dangerous pharmaceuticals, defective medical devices, toxic exposures, defective products, and other preventable tragedies.

Licensed in Florida, Texas, and North Carolina, Laura combines decades of litigation experience with a collaborative, client-first approach. She believes every client deserves to be heard, respected, and empowered throughout the legal process, and she is committed to guiding them with compassion, integrity, and determination every step of the way.

Representative Matters

  • Mass Tort Litigation
  • Personal Injury
  • Catastrophic Injury
  • Dangerous Pharmaceuticals
  • Defective Medical Devices
  • Toxic Exposures
  • Technology & Social Media Harms
  • Sexual Assault Litigation

Justice begins with someone willing to stand up and fight.

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BUILD BETTER 
LAW FIRMS

Helping Law Firms Reach Their Full Potential

Building a successful law firm takes more than practicing great law. It requires the right systems, the right leadership, and the operational foundation to support sustainable growth.

Laura doesn’t simply advise law firms—she helps build them.

With more than 25 years of experience practicing law, leading teams, designing operational systems, and building high-performing mass tort practices, Laura works with firms to create the “machines” that allow lawyers to do what they do best.

Whether your firm is launching, growing, or struggling to scale, Laura helps identify operational bottlenecks, streamline workflows, strengthen leadership, and implement practical systems that improve efficiency, profitability, and the client experience.

Her approach combines the perspective of a trial lawyer with the mindset of an architect—designing the infrastructure that allows firms to grow without sacrificing culture, quality, or service.

Laura Yaeger

Consulting Services Include:

  • Law firm operations and workflow optimization
  • Strategic planning and scalable growth
  • Leadership and management coaching
  • Team development and firm culture
  • Case management systems and operational design
  • Mass tort operations and settlement workflows
  • Launching new firms and practice areas
  • Compensation and organizational structure

Laura’s collaborative approach is tailored to each firm’s goals, helping attorneys build practices that are stronger, smarter, and ready for what’s next.

Build the systems. Empower your people. Grow your practice.

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AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF JUSTICE

Laura’s leadership extends well beyond the courtroom through her deep involvement with the American Association for Justice. As Parliamentarian in 2025 and Treasurer in 2026, she plays a critical role in supporting the integrity and function of one of the nation’s leading organizations for trial lawyers. A past chair of both the Women’s Lawyer Caucus and co-founder of the LGBT Caucus, Laura has consistently worked to expand opportunity, strengthen community, and ensure that every voice has a place at the table.

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More about her aaj experience and honors

National Leadership with the American Association for Justice

Laura Yaeger served as the 2025–2026 Parliamentarian and now the 2026-2027 Treasurer for the American Association for Justice (AAJ), reflecting more than two decades of leadership, service, and advocacy within the organization.

Known as a connector, strong communicator, and natural leader, Laura’s work embodies her belief: Standing Strong. Working Hard. For Everyone.

She is a past Chair of AAJ’s Women’s Lawyer Caucus and co-founder and past Chair of the AAJ LGBT Caucus, helping foster greater inclusivity and community. Laura is also a graduate of AAJ’s Leadership Academy and remains actively involved in multiple committees and litigation groups, as well as the Florida Association of Justice.

Her contributions have earned national recognition, including the AAJ Harry Philo Award in 2021 for outstanding contributions to the civil justice system and the Richard D. Hailey Distinguished Service Award in 2025 for her years of dedicated leadership.

Laura is also committed to mentoring the next generation of trial lawyers, including co-founding a scholarship initiative to support emerging advocates.

SPEAKING POSSIBILITIES

Laura is a sought-after speaker known for her ability to connect, inspire, and lead meaningful conversations. Whether addressing legal audiences, advocacy groups, or leadership forums, she brings authenticity, insight, and real-world experience to every stage. From topics like leadership and inclusion to trial strategy and professional growth, Laura’s presentations leave audiences energized and ready to take action. To inquire about booking Laura for a speaking engagement, please reach out directly.

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IT’S TIME TO MAKE THINGS HAPPEN

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INSIGHTS

LAW  REVIEWS

“When you hire Laura Yaeger to represent you for your case know you will be in the best hands from the start. I have had many dealings with attorneys for different reasons over the last few years and my experiences have felt like I am less than important in my own issues. From day one I was told from Yaeger Law that if I had any questions or concerns let them know. They are true to their word. Not one email or call has gone unanswered. Professional from the start. Her staff is amazing. If you have a question or concern they will get an answer for you. I have been a client for 3 years and have never been treated less than perfect from the beginning. Thank you all for the effort in my case and the respect you show me as a person.”

– Client- P.C. (AZ)

“Wow. I just signed my settlement documents. I can’t thank you enough for airing a commercial in MAINE! I hope to never need your services again but would recommend you 100%!”

– Client- M.P. (ME)

“You are amazing! Thank you for standing up for some of us that may or may not see anything become of this, but that you have worked so hard for our voices that would have never been heard means so much.”

– Client- H.N. (GA)

“I would like to take this opportunity to thank you and your legal team for all of your efforts made towards helping me through my legal process. I appreciate the fact that none of my questions ever went unanswered. Your monthly updates as to the status of my case eased my anxiety. Your legal team is extremely professional and friendly. The transparency and trustworthiness which has been displayed made me feel confident that I chose you as my attorney. You and your legal team have truly exceeded my expectations with the outcome of my case. I would highly recommend your legal services to anyone and feel any client would benefit from your representation. Again, many thanks and brilliant job done.”

– Client- (Judicial Assistant) (AZ)

“When I first discovered that my health was in jeopardy and I needed legal representation, I had nowhere to turn. I contacted my local lawyers, but no one could help or offer advice. However, one kind lawyer forwarded me Laura Yaeger’s contact information and had great things to say about her and her team. When I first spoke to Ms. Yaeger, it was on her personal cell phone in her own home. As we chatted with her adorable pup saying “hi” in the background, Laura kindly spoke to me for over an hour to explain all of the legal ins and outs of my case, answered all of my questions, and immediately eased my worries. Since working with Laura, I have been in frequent contact with her and her team; checking to make sure that all the details of my case are in order and explaining updates on my case. Every update has been positive, informational, and supportive. Even when I was worried about a possible set-back, Laura again contacted me during her personal time on a weekend to settle my nerves. Laura and her team continuously display professionalism and knowledge of the law. They are always committed and looking out for their clients.”

— Client- M.S. (NY)

CONSULTING REVIEWS

“Working with Laura was one of the best professional decisions I made. She didn’t just negotiate my compensation—she helped me create a long-term framework that recognized the value of my practice, my client relationships, and my rainmaking efforts. When I later transitioned from the firm, the agreement she developed worked exactly as intended. Laura combines strategic insight with practical experience in a way that every lawyer should have in their corner.” 

- Satisfied Lawyer

“I’ve worked with Laura on several systems and organizational projects, and I keep coming back because she has an exceptional ability to understand what I’m trying to accomplish—even when I haven’t fully defined it myself. She consistently identifies practical, efficient solutions that save time and produce better results than I expected. I recommend her without hesitation to any lawyer looking to improve the management and operation of their practice.”

- Ellen Presby

“I’ve turned to Laura multiple times throughout my career to help me structure and negotiate compensation arrangements that recognized the value I was creating. She has an exceptional ability to balance today’s opportunities with tomorrow’s possibilities, ensuring my business development efforts, client relationships, and long-term interests were protected. Laura is a trusted strategist who always sees around the corner.”

- Satisfied Attorney

“Laura was incredibly generous with her time and insight during an important career transition for me. She listened carefully, offered thoughtful strategic advice, and approached our conversations with both professionalism and genuine encouragement. I appreciated her willingness to share her experience and help me think through my options, and I would not hesitate to recommend her to attorneys looking for a trusted advisor and consultant.” 

- Lisa Brook

“Laura was the perfect sounding board during a period of transition in my career.  I am grateful for her sound legal and personal advice and her commitment to ensuring my next move was the right one.”

– Tiffany Ellis

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COLLABORATE

Have an idea, opportunity, or event in mind? Laura is always open to meaningful collaborations, speaking engagements, and conversations that have a lasting impact. Share a few details in the form, and let’s start the conversation.

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