Lauren Paulk

Lauren Paulk is an accomplished legal professional with extensive experience in reproductive health and justice, having served as Research Counsel at If/When/How since February 2020, where responsibilities include conducting in-depth legal research to support litigation and policy initiatives. Prior to this role, Lauren was Policy Counsel for Reproductive Health at the National Partnership for Women & Families, providing technical assistance to state advocates and overseeing various legal and public speaking activities. Additional experience includes a Senior State Legislative Fellowship at the Center for Reproductive Rights, where Lauren tracked legislation and engaged in legal analysis, and a Reproductive Justice Fellowship at the National Center for Lesbian Rights, focusing on the intersection of reproductive justice and LGBTQ liberation. Lauren's educational background includes a Doctor of Law (J.D.) from the City University of New York School of Law, complemented by a Bachelor of Arts in International/Global Studies from Webster University.