Lauren W. Waller (Williams Mullen) - Richmond, VA

Leading eDiscovery and Litigation Counsel

Lauren W. Waller is a distinguished partner at Williams Mullen, operating from the firm's downtown headquarters at 200 South 10th Street. As the Chair of the firm's eDiscovery and Information Governance Practice, Ms. Waller occupies a unique niche in the Richmond legal market. She combines traditional commercial litigation skills with cutting-edge expertise in electronic evidence, helping businesses navigate the complexities of digital data in high-stakes disputes.

Specialized Practice Areas

Lauren Waller's practice is focused on the intersection of law and technology:

• eDiscovery and Information Governance: Advising clients on the preservation, collection, and production of electronic data (ESI) to reduce costs and mitigate risks during litigation.
• Commercial Litigation: Representing corporations in contract disputes, business torts, and property matters in state and federal courts.
• Data Protection: Counseling organizations on internal investigations and regulatory inquiries involving data security and privacy.
• Civil Rights Defense: Defending constitutional claims under Section 1983 for governmental entities and officials.

Recognized for Excellence

Ms. Waller's innovative approach to law has earned her consistent recognition in the legal community. She has been named a ”Rising Star” by Virginia Super Lawyers for seven consecutive years and is listed in The Best Lawyers in America. A magna cum laude graduate of the University of Richmond School of Law, she also serves on the Board of Directors for the Richmond Bar Association.

Williams Mullen Center

Practicing from the Williams Mullen Center in Richmond's financial district, Ms. Waller utilizes the firm's state-of-the-art technology resources to handle complex data-intensive cases for clients ranging from local businesses to national corporations.