Lauren is an attorney practicing in the field of special education law in New York City. She represents parents and students with disabilities in disputes with their school district. Benji is also an attorney in New York City. He is in the field of personal injury and workers' compensation law representing plaintiffs, and is a compassionate advocate for individuals with injuries and disabilities.
Benji is proud to fundraise for a cause like Abilis and feels personally connected to this organization. In addition, Benji is a dedicated athlete, competing as a baseball player at the college level while attending Harvard University.
Growing up in Scarsdale, Lauren took dance classes at a very young age (ballet, tap, jazz) and continued through junior high school. In high school, she competed as a nationally ranked cheerleader.
Lauren began ballroom dance lessons with her fiance Benji, an uncle to seven nieces and nephews, including two with diagnosed disabilities, in November 2022. The couple has found it to be such a joy discovering a new hobby together and learning more about one another through dance. Lauren appreciates that Benji is the one who remembers all of the dance moves they have learned at Fred Astaire! "He is a great coach and teacher whenever Lauren misses a step." The couple will be married in June.