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
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Retirement
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Retirement
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Investing
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Family Legacy
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Markets and Economy
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Planning for your child becoming an adult
November 12, 2025As your child crosses the threshold to adulthood, there are steps you and your child can plan to take to make the transition smoother.Read NowMarkets and Economy
Why the U.S. economy and S&P 500 are diverging
November 7, 2025The markets are not the economy. We explain why we’re seeing vastly different numbers.Read NowInvesting
The impact of holding a concentrated stock position
November 6, 2025Concentrated stock positions are large holdings that create unwanted risk to your portfolio or may be difficult to sell. This article highlights questions to ask your advisor and yourself if you are considering diversifying your portfolio.Read NowRetirement
Health care and long-term care options during retirement: A guide
November 5, 2025Navigating paying for health care, including Medicare and Medigap coverage, and long-term care during retirement comes with challenges. That’s why it’s important to understand your options.Read NowRetirement
How to prepare to enroll in Medicare
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Preserving your wealth
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3 key motivations for giving this season
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How policy, politics and profits are shaping market momentum
October 31, 2025Cautious central banks, shifting global dynamics and strong earnings reports influence investor sentiment.Read NowMarkets and Economy
Federal Reserve cuts rates at October meeting for second time in 2025. Is there room for one more cut this year?
October 30, 2025At its October meeting, the Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 25 basis points for a second straight time. Is one more cut still expected before year-end?Read Now
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