Lauren is superb. She fights for her client and asks all the right questions.”

The Legal 500 2026, Clinical Negligence

Lauren has a developing Court of Protection practice in matters concerning property and affairs. Lauren brings a unique understanding to her Court of Protection work with her background in clinical negligence. She is adept in understanding various deputyship matters that often arise from settled clinical negligence claims.

Lauren has recent experience in representing panel deputy’s in the south west on a range of matters including contested deputyship applications. Lauren is pleased to be able to assist for written advices, dispute resolution hearings and final hearings in property and affairs cases.

Directory Quotes

Lauren is superb. She fights for her client and asks all the right questions.”

The Legal 500 2026, Clinical Negligence

Lauren is a talented advocate who is an asset to both families and the wider legal team at inquest. Her commitment to her client and her resolve during questioning of difficult witnesses helps uncover answers to questions long asked by bereaved families.”

The Legal 500 2026, Inquests and Inquiries

Lauren has an eye for detail and can be relied upon as an advocate to ensure the family’s questions and concerns are central in the process.”

The Legal 500 2025 , Inquests and Inquiries

Lauren provides clear and well-considered advice. She is approachable and quick to respond.

The Legal 500 2025, Clinical Negligence

Lauren is always prepared to go the extra mile.”

The Legal 2024, Clinical Negligence

Client Quotes

Lauren is a highly proficient advocate who adapts the dynamic nature of inquest hearings with ease.”

Instructing Solicitor

Lauren’s attention to detail is second to none. She is thorough and conscientious in her approach towards her work which is always of the highest standard. She’s one to watch.”

Instructing Solicitor

Lauren has illustrated an ability to get to the heart of the issues, and is comfortable with dealing with complex medical issues and multiple medical experts.”

Instructing Solicitor

Lauren is always thoroughly prepared.  She goes above and beyond.”

Instructing Solicitor
  • Qualifications:

    • LLB Honours, University of Nottingham
    • BPTC, City University London
    • Middle Temple Benefactors Scholar
    • Middle Temple Blackstone Scholar
    • Diploma in Clinical Risk
  • Professional memberships:

    • Personal Injury Bar Association
    • AvMA
    • Professional Negligence Bar Association
  • Additional information:

    Lauren is an amateur boxer. She also enjoy pilates and travelling.

  • Lauren Karmel is regulated by the Bar Standards Board (BSB) and holds a current practising certificate. If you are not satisfied with the service provided, please read here.