Debra Kradjian Stephans, Esq.
Lauren Murray Law Offices, LLC https://laurenmurraylaw.com/
About The Lecturer
Debra has been practicing law for more than 20 years. She works in a boutique firm, Lauren Murray Law Offices, LLC where her office handles all aspects of real estate transactions, from contract negotiation through closing. Debra has experience with leasing, landlord-tenant, business formation and corporate governance. As a landlord herself, Debra assists her clients in navigating the nuanced laws governing landlord-tenant rights and disputes. She prides herself on providing her clients with personalized attention, professionalism and sound advice.
Debra is also an adjunct professor at Berkeley College, where she teaches legal and justice studies courses. Debra received her Juris Doctorate from Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University and her Bachelor of Arts from Seton Hall University. During law school, Debra interned for the Hon. Bruce A. Gaeta, J.S.C. and was offered a clerkship at the Bergen County Superior Court of New Jersey. She also clerked for the Hon. Sybil R. Moses, A.J.S.C. and the Hon. Charles J. Walsh, J.S.C. Debra continued working for the State of New Jersey and joined the Department of Law & Public Safety, Division of Law, as a deputy attorney general, primarily handling employment and labor matters on behalf of state agencies for over ten years. In addition, she has served as corporate counsel for Benjamin Moore & Co. in their labor & employment group prior to joining the Lauren Murray Law Offices, LLC.
Debra has always given back to the community. She is currently a Trustee of the Pascack Valley Regional Board of Education and has also served as a board member for the Junior League of Bergen County. She also volunteers as a member of the Mayor’s Advisory Committee in her hometown. Debra enjoys spending time with her husband & their 3 children and also serves as a Girl Scout troop co-leader. Debra is passionate about the law, and helping her clients understand the law. She is committed to providing professional and reliable service to her clients, using her skills to help find effective and efficient solutions.
Practice Area(s)
Real Estate
Corporate Law
Landlord Tenant
Education
J.D. Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University 2000
B.A. Seton Hall University 1996
