Emily A. Lauer
I love being creative and working with creative people.
Contact: P /612.604.6774E /[email protected]
Administrative Contact: Lena Simon P /612.604.6428E /[email protected]
Education
University of Iowa College of Law, J.D., with highest distinction, 2024
- Order of the Coif
- Outstanding Scholastic Achievement Award
- Dean’s Awards for Academic Excellence in Introduction to Intellectual Property; Administrative Law; Legal Analysis, Writing, and Research
- Faculty Awards for Academic Excellence in Constitutional Law I; Criminal Law
- Vice President, Intellectual Property Law Society
- Student Writer, Journal of Corporation Law
Luther College, B.A., Music, Minor, Business Management, summa cum laude, 2021
Bar Admissions
Minnesota, 2024
My Approach
I distinctly remember feeling like I had two paths before me: opera or law. I decided to lean in and embrace the (perhaps unconventional) overlap between them. Surprisingly, there are more connections between the practice of law and the practice of music than most might think.
From my training as an opera singer, I learned the value of preparation and attention to detail. You need to put in the hours in the practice room and learn all the notes before rehearsal; if you don’t, you’re wasting everyone else’s time. I’m now able to bring these same skills – my unyielding work ethic and love of learning, a willingness to dig in and embrace new challenges, and my attention to detail – when counseling my clients or collaborating with my colleagues. My focus on intellectual property also affords me the opportunity to continue to engage with passionate, creative individuals. I love feeling like I can bring my whole self to work every day and that creativity and preparation are still the driving forces behind my legal career.
Outside of work, music is still a big part of my life. I play piano and guitar and occasionally compose. I also enjoy working out (yoga and weightlifting are my favorites), and I love to read. I try to solve any thriller or mystery I read before the actual reveal.
Practice Areas
Practicing Data Privacy, Cybersecurity & Artificial Intelligence
My Experience
I provide legal and compliance advice in connection with data security and privacy matters, and I collaborate with clients to develop and maintain internal and procedural policies relating to cybersecurity, data privacy, and AI.