Overview
Lola is a commercial litigator and investigations attorney who represents clients in complex commercial disputes, international arbitration, and government and internal investigations across a range of industries, including energy, construction, healthcare, financial services, technology, and consumer goods.
Her practice spans all phases of litigation and arbitration, from pre-dispute strategy through discovery, motion practice, and resolution. Lola has experience developing case strategies, managing complex disputes, and advising clients through high-risk and cross-border matters. She conducts internal investigations and counsels clients in government and regulatory enforcement matters, including investigations by the DOJ, SEC, and other domestic and international regulatory authorities.
Known for her strong judgment and thoughtful approach, Lola provides clear, strategic counsel tailored to each client’s objective.
Led a cross-functional team in successfully opposing proofs of claim exceeding $2 billion in a major bankruptcy proceeding, resulting in withdrawal of the claims in their entirety and dismissal with prejudice
Represented a multinational EPC contractor in a high-value international arbitration involving change orders and delay-related losses arising from the construction of a major oil refinery
Represented an oil and gas services company across a portfolio of litigation matters, including wrongful death, insurance, and negligence claims; successfully obtained dismissal of a COVID-related wrongful death suit on jurisdictional and limitations grounds
Co-led a cross-functional team in a U.S. Department of Justice and IRS investigation and resulting DPA involving tax evasion by U.S. persons abroad; conducted internal investigations and advised on compliance with terms of the DPA
Represented a wealth management firm and its principal in an SEC enforcement action; identified a key contractual provision that led the SEC to reduce fraud charges to negligence, resulting in a favorable settlement
Credentials
Education
- Washington University School of Law, J.D., cum laude, 2020
- Texas A&M University, B.S., Sociology, 2012
Admissions
- Texas
- Missouri
- U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas