Laura Yaeger for AAJ Parliamentarian
Attorney Laura Yaeger
In January 2025, Justice Law Collaborative and Yaeger Law officially announced their merger. Prior to becoming a partner at Justice Law Collaborative, Laura Yaeger founded her self-named law practice and successfully led litigation for hundreds of clients. Simultaneously, she has dedicated more than two decades to the American Association for Justice (AAJ), creating, serving on, and leading various committees. A natural progression after this level of investment was to pursue a role in AAJ's leadership. On the coattails of Yaeger Law's merger with Justice Law Collaborative, Laura also announced her campaign to become the next AAJ Parliamentarian.
BACKGROUND:
Yaeger has practiced complex litigation for more than 20 years, taking on difficult but important fights on behalf of individuals injured by lead paint, defective medical devices, and harmful pharmaceuticals. She has represented thousands of individuals in multiple mass torts, including Fen-Phen, Biomet Hip, Stryker Rejuvenate Hip, Transvaginal Mesh, Essure, Risperdal/Invega, GranuFlo, Paragard, RoundUp, Camp Lejeune, Tylenol, and Infuse. Laura has held leadership positions in mass torts litigation, including Stryker Rejuvenate, Transvaginal Mesh, Essure, and Risperdal/Invega.
Known as an authentic connector, Laura understands the critical importance of relationships, especially in the legal profession. Over the years, she has developed a national reputation and network. Laura is recognized as someone who is always prepared and approaches her objectives with meticulous planning. Colleagues describe her as a formidable opponent who is taken seriously by corporate adversaries and respected by the judiciary.
Laura is deeply involved in all aspects of every case her firm handles, from start to finish, while empowering her team to thrive. Her hands-on approach is seen as a vital strength, minimizing confusion, miscommunication, and inefficiency. Her leadership style is defined by strong communication and an ability to inspire trust.
With a genuine demeanor, a dedicated work ethic, and deep compassion, Laura has built an active professional network, attracted clients, and grown a strong and respected law firm.
In addition, Laura has been honored with numerous Distinguished AAJ Service Awards and Certificates of Recognition for her contributions to the organization.
Alongside Zachary Wool, she worked to create a dedicated space for the LGBT community, co-founding the LGBT Caucus and serving as Chair in 2016. While working with the LGBT Caucus, she was also dedicated to the Women Trial Lawyer Caucus (WTLC) as part of its Executive Board and served as Chair in 2020. Laura has also served as a Board of Governors, a member of the Executive Committee (twice as an appointed representative), and currently as an elected member. She is also a current Chair of the Evergreen Advisory Board. In 2021, Laura was honored with the AAJ Harry Philo Award for her outstanding contributions to the civil justice system.
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