Laura is from Meaford, Ontario, Canada and graduated from the University of Guelph (BSc) York University (MBA) and the University of Kentucky (JD.) She has practiced law privately most of her career and also worked for a few years as in-house counsel for the Stronach Group (racetracks.) Currently she is a partner with Dinsmore & Shohl – Equine and Gaming Law.

Laura is a business attorney who focuses her practice in the equine and gaming areas. She teaches Equine Law at the University of Kentucky College of Law and is a frequent speaker on equine and gaming topics nationally. She is active in her community, previously serving on the boards of the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, Commerce Lexington, LexArts and the Lexington Junior League. She is involved with the Ed Brown Society and New Vocations.

Laura’s hobbies include Travel, Wine, Cooking, Show Jumping and all horse sports! Laura is mom to Lilly, who is presently applying to colleges for Fall of 2023.