Laura Chapman
Attorney
Laura Chapman comes with nearly a decade of experience as a practicing attorney and over 11 years of total experience in the field. She is the director of our Modern Law Clinic where she supervises our law student practitioners. Her journey into law began with a personal experience—navigating her own separation and family court process. This experience ignited her passion for helping others through what can often be one of the most challenging and unplanned events in their lives. Laura personally understands the emotional complexities involved in family law cases and brings a deep sense of empathy and professionalism to her work. At Modern Law, Laura is able to combine her extensive experience, dedication to client advocacy, and belief in collaborative solutions with a supportive and flexible work environment.
Laura Chapman
Attorney
Laura Chapman comes with nearly a decade of experience as a practicing attorney and over 11 years of total experience in the field. She is the director of our Modern Law Clinic where she supervises our law student practitioners. Her journey into law began with a personal experience—navigating her own separation and family court process. This experience ignited her passion for helping others through what can often be one of the most challenging and unplanned events in their lives. Laura personally understands the emotional complexities involved in family law cases and brings a deep sense of empathy and professionalism to her work. At Modern Law, Laura is able to combine her extensive experience, dedication to client advocacy, and belief in collaborative solutions with a supportive and flexible work environment.
Quick facts about Laura
Education
Bachelor’s Degree, Arts & Sciences Major: Criminal Justice, Minor: Sociology Western Michigan University, 2007
Juris Doctorate, Arizona Summit Law School, 2014
Enneagram Type
6
Star sign
♋ Cancer
FUN FACT
Laura is the director of the Modern Law Clinic
What it's like to work with Laura
When you work with Laura, you can expect a compassionate, knowledgeable, and strategic advocate who is deeply committed to your case. Laura understands the emotional complexities that come with family law issues and approaches her clients with empathy and care. She recognizes that every client is in a different mindset when going through a divorce or other family-related challenges. Laura listens attentively and provides support, while also encouraging clients to seek additional resources, such as counseling or support groups, to help them cope with the emotional toll of the process.
Laura’s extensive experience in family law allows her to skillfully navigate both sides of a case, which is essential for successful litigation, settlement, and case strategy. Whether it’s challenging or advocating for a relocation, limiting a parent’s access in cases of child abuse or neglect, or handling complex grandparent visitation cases, Laura has a proven track record of success. She is adept at understanding the nuances of each case and preparing thoroughly to achieve the best possible outcomes for her clients. Staying up-to-date on the latest developments in family law is a priority for Laura. She regularly reviews family law and juvenile case opinions and participates in continuing legal education (CLE) courses to ensure she is always informed of new rules and case law. This dedication to staying current allows her to apply the most relevant and effective legal strategies to benefit her clients.
Clients working with Laura can feel confident in her knowledge, abilities, and dedication to their case. She is not only a skilled advocate in court but also someone who genuinely cares about her clients’ needs and well-being. Laura’s approach is one of balance—she provides strong legal representation while ensuring her clients feel supported throughout the entire process.
