Episode #117 - Lauren Tuckey, Hospitality Lawyer
It’s hard to say what stands out more about this week’s guest—her culinary passion or her legal expertise. Lauren Tuckey is a valuable asset to Chicago’s hospitality scene, bringing a unique blend of legal acumen and a true love of food. As a Level 2 sommelier and a genetic super taster, she knows her food, but with her law firm, Tuckey Law, she’s also ensuring that some of the city’s top owners and operators stay compliant and focused on what they do best. In this episode, Lauren gives us a master class in the legal side of running a restaurant, covering everything from how to protect yourself in a partnership to the nuances of sick leave, the realities of embezzlement, and much more.
