Lauren DeSantis-Then

Lauren P. DeSantis-Then is a highly skilled attorney with expertise in Government Investigations, Business Litigation, Health Care, Public-Private Partnership, and Government Contracts at Polsinelli.

With a deep understanding of the health care industry, Lauren specializes in areas such as Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare, IHS, pharmacy practice, insurance, PBMs, pharmaceutical manufacturers, compounding pharmacies, home health care, hospice, and physicians.

She has a successful track record of representing a diverse client base across various legal domains like the False Claims Act, Anti-Kickback Statute, fraud and abuse, securities litigation, and government regulatory matters.

Lauren has also handled government contract litigation addressing remediation issues, construction disputes, and bid protests, showcasing a well-rounded skill set.

In the realm of Public-Private Partnerships (P3), she has expertise in representing engineering firms, lenders, state and local governments, and other clients involved in the development, structuring, financing, construction, and operation of transportation and infrastructure projects.

Her educational background includes a J.D. in Law from Duke University School of Law, a BS in Political Science from Truman State University, and studies at Hazelwood East.

Currently a Shareholder at Polsinelli, Lauren has previously served as an Associate Attorney at the same firm and as a Law Clerk at Rossiter & Jansky.