Lauren DeVries ShieldsLauren DeVries ShieldsVice PresidentWealth Advisor
About Lauren
Lauren DeVries Shields is a Vice President and Wealth Advisor with J.P. Morgan Wealth Management.
With a decade of professional experience, Lauren has strategically built a background in credit risk, lending, corporate finance and analysis and other areas of financial and banking services. She brings the full complement of her skillset for the benefit of high-net-worth individuals and families. Lauren's strengths include constructing portfolios to drive returns throughout the economic cycle while managing liquidity needs.
Lauren earned a B.S. in Finance from the University of Florida. She has spent the majority of her career at J.P. Morgan, beginning in the firm's credit risk leadership program. She then gained additional experience with mortgage, wealth planning and treasury management roles before pivoting to wealth management.
Originally from Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, Lauren's professional journey has brought her to New York City, Columbus, Austin, Chicago and Dallas. She thinks of Texas as her forever home and has built deep ties in the area.
Insights
Wealth Planning
Understanding life insurance
November 18, 2025Many people have questions about life insurance. There is no one answer to determine how much life insurance to have, but understanding your reasons for holding it can help guide you.Read Now
Retirement
401(k) private equity investing: Things to consider
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Business Planning
End-of-year planning for business owners
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Markets and Economy
Investing in 2026: J.P. Morgan Wealth Management’s top themes to watch
November 17, 2025Three powerful, interconnected forces are defining a new market frontier: artificial intelligence, fragmentation and inflation. Collectively they present the challenge of knowing how to best invest in this evolving landscape. Explore these key themes and feel empowered to invest in the new year with the help of our Global Investment Strategy team.Read Now
Markets and Economy
In the rear view: How did our 2025 themes pan out?
November 14, 2025Ahead of our 2026 Outlook release, we evaluate our mid-year takes.Read Now
Wealth Planning
How to title your assets
November 13, 2025Asset titling can help ensure that your property and investments are passed down the way you intend. Mistakes in titling can lead to unintended consequences.Read Now
Family Legacy
Planning with family entities
November 13, 2025A family LLC or partnership could be the core of an estate plan, especially for complicated and valuable assets.Read Now
Wealth Planning
5 year-end tax planning actions to take before 2026
November 13, 2025Now is the time to assess your 2025 tax situation. Start by asking your professional advisors for help identifying the tax-planning actions best suited to your circumstances.Read Now
Family Legacy
Caring for aging relatives
November 13, 2025As your parents, in-laws and other close family and friends grow older, you may need to be more involved in their care.Read NowWealth Planning
Understanding life insurance
November 18, 2025Many people have questions about life insurance. There is no one answer to determine how much life insurance to have, but understanding your reasons for holding it can help guide you.Read NowRetirement
401(k) private equity investing: Things to consider
November 17, 2025A new executive order may expand 401(k) access to private equity, real estate and other alternative assets. Learn key considerations for high-net-worth investors.Read NowBusiness Planning
End-of-year planning for business owners
November 17, 2025Proactive year-end planning can help business owners reduce their tax bill, maximize deductions and set their businesses up for a profitable new year.Read NowMarkets and Economy
Investing in 2026: J.P. Morgan Wealth Management’s top themes to watch
November 17, 2025Three powerful, interconnected forces are defining a new market frontier: artificial intelligence, fragmentation and inflation. Collectively they present the challenge of knowing how to best invest in this evolving landscape. Explore these key themes and feel empowered to invest in the new year with the help of our Global Investment Strategy team.Read NowMarkets and Economy
In the rear view: How did our 2025 themes pan out?
November 14, 2025Ahead of our 2026 Outlook release, we evaluate our mid-year takes.Read NowWealth Planning
How to title your assets
November 13, 2025Asset titling can help ensure that your property and investments are passed down the way you intend. Mistakes in titling can lead to unintended consequences.Read NowFamily Legacy
Planning with family entities
November 13, 2025A family LLC or partnership could be the core of an estate plan, especially for complicated and valuable assets.Read NowWealth Planning
5 year-end tax planning actions to take before 2026
November 13, 2025Now is the time to assess your 2025 tax situation. Start by asking your professional advisors for help identifying the tax-planning actions best suited to your circumstances.Read NowFamily Legacy
Caring for aging relatives
November 13, 2025As your parents, in-laws and other close family and friends grow older, you may need to be more involved in their care.Read Now
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