Lauren M. Cates

Partner Executive Compensation

Chicago +1 312 862 3657

Overview

Lauren Cates is a tax partner in the Chicago office of Kirkland & Ellis LLP. Her practice focuses on executive compensation.

Lauren was recognized by Best Lawyers in the 2021–2026 editions of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch – Tax Law.

L Catterton-led consortium in its acquisition of Truck Hero, Inc.

Student Honors Program InternUnited States Securities and Exchange CommissionSummer 2014

Judicial InternHonorable G. Patrick MurphyUnited States District Court for the Southern District of IllinoisSummer 2012

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Memberships & Affiliations

Illinois State Bar Association

Credentials

Admissions & Qualifications

  • 2015Illinois
  • 2016Missouri

Education

  • Northwestern Pritzker School of LawLL.M., Taxationwith Honors2019
  • Washington University in St. LouisJ.D.; M.B.A.2015
    Sources Editor, Washington University Journal of Law and Policy
  • Washington University in St. LouisB.S.B.A., Finance & International Business2010