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
Markets and Economy
Shock absorption: 3 signs the economy is picking up from here
December 12, 2025Thanks to a few “shock absorbers,” we expect the economy to grow steadily after the latest rate cut.Read Now
Markets and Economy
December 2025 Fed meeting recap: Interest rates cut once more, but risks remain on the path to future policy
December 11, 2025The Federal Reserve cut interest rates in December for a third consecutive time. Here’s what the decision, market reaction and updated outlook could mean for investors in 2026.Read Now
Wealth Planning
Planning for separation or divorce
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Family Legacy
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Retirement
Retirement planning: Contribution limits for 2026
December 10, 2025The IRS released new limits for retirement contributions for 2026. How might this impact your plans? We break it down.Read Now
Wealth Planning
Maximizing your 2025 year-end philanthropy under the One Big Beautiful Bill
December 9, 2025As the “season of giving” approaches, learn how new tax rules could impact your charitable giving and some ideas about your charitable giving and tax efficiency.Read Now
Markets and Economy
3 reasons we now favor the health care sector
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Business Planning
Incentive stock options and the AMT
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Wealth Planning
New Year, new perspective (on your financial future)
December 3, 2025The New Year can set the stage for new beginnings. For those of you looking to better manage your finances, here are three strategies rooted in behavioral science.Read NowMarkets and Economy
Shock absorption: 3 signs the economy is picking up from here
December 12, 2025Thanks to a few “shock absorbers,” we expect the economy to grow steadily after the latest rate cut.Read NowMarkets and Economy
December 2025 Fed meeting recap: Interest rates cut once more, but risks remain on the path to future policy
December 11, 2025The Federal Reserve cut interest rates in December for a third consecutive time. Here’s what the decision, market reaction and updated outlook could mean for investors in 2026.Read NowWealth Planning
Planning for separation or divorce
December 11, 2025Make sure to plan for all potential outcomes.Read NowFamily Legacy
Your values and hopes: What your loved ones really need to know
December 10, 2025Establishing and communicating your values early can help pave the way for successful wealth transitions for generations to come.Read NowRetirement
Retirement planning: Contribution limits for 2026
December 10, 2025The IRS released new limits for retirement contributions for 2026. How might this impact your plans? We break it down.Read NowWealth Planning
Maximizing your 2025 year-end philanthropy under the One Big Beautiful Bill
December 9, 2025As the “season of giving” approaches, learn how new tax rules could impact your charitable giving and some ideas about your charitable giving and tax efficiency.Read NowMarkets and Economy
3 reasons we now favor the health care sector
December 5, 2025Despite underperforming over the past three years, here’s why our strategists think the health care sector now looks promising.Read NowBusiness Planning
Incentive stock options and the AMT
December 3, 2025Incentive stock options can provide tax benefits, but without proper planning, those benefits can be diminished.Read NowWealth Planning
New Year, new perspective (on your financial future)
December 3, 2025The New Year can set the stage for new beginnings. For those of you looking to better manage your finances, here are three strategies rooted in behavioral science.Read Now
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