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Ellen B. LaPlante

Medicaid and medicare Attorney at Essex Junction, VT

5.0   7 reviews
  • State Years
    New York - NY 9 years
    Vermont - VT 10 years
  • Licensed for 9 years
    State NY
    Acquired 2014
    Status
    Currently Registered No misconduct found
  • Licensed for 10 years
    State VT
    Acquired 2013
    Status
    Active No misconduct found

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

About Ellen

Learn Ellen’s areas of practice.

Ellen LaPlante's practice focuses on Medicaid Planning, Elder Law, and Estate Planning. She works to bring clients peace of mind while protecting themselves and their loved ones.

Ellen is a member of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys (AAEPA), a national organization comprised of legal professionals concentrating on estate planning. As a member of the Academy, she receives ongoing, comprehensive training on modern estate planning techniques.

Ellen has helped clients put together unique estate plans, including assistance with Trusts, Wills, Powers of Attorney, and Advance Directives. She also works with clients on Long-Term Care Medicaid planning and qualifying for Medicaid assistance.

Ellen is also a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys where she has served on the board of the Vermont Chapter. She is barred in Vermont and New York.

She has been named a Rising Star by Super Lawyers every year since 2017 and has been named a top attorney by the Vermont Business Magazine.

Ellen LaPlante graduated from the Virginia Polytechnic Institute (Virginia Tech) in Blacksburg, Virginia, and received her Juris Doctorate from The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law in Washington D.C.

Ellen lives in Williston with her husband, Ethan; their children, Jack and Cora; and their dog, Sunny. She enjoys long-distance running and spending time outdoors.

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Ellen LaPlante, Stephen Unsworth, and Wendy Hillmuth

Contact Ellen

Ellen B. LaPlante
26 Railroad Ave.
Essex Junction, VT, 05401

Reviews

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Posted by Joe and Barb | November 16, 2019
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Excellent
The drafted documents were appropriate for our situation and the materials were thorough and excellent. Ms. LaPlante was very knowledgeable and thorough in her explanations of the process and the completed documents.
Posted by RF & DH | August 7, 2019
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| Hired Attorney
Friendly, Thorough and Professional
From the information session to our 1 st, and 2 nd and 3 rd meeting everything was well explained and well organized. Ellen listened and understood our needs. We appreciate her ability to put things together for us quickly! Thanks.
Posted by GB & PB | June 22, 2019
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| Hired Attorney
Satisfied
Ellen and staff were knowledgeable, friendly and made to process easy. They took time to explain the details and answer any questions. We would recommend them to friends and family.
Posted by MCF | May 1, 2019
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Very Professional and Thorough
Our estate planning experience with Ellen LaPlante was excellent! She provided a thorough step by step presentation. She answered all our questions and we have peace of mind knowing we can always contact her in the future. Thank you!
Posted by Mike and Denise | October 16, 2018
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Help with estate planning
Ellen was a good listener and well prepared for our meetings. Very Happy with her professionalism, advice and preparation of our Trust and related documents
Posted by Lydia | March 17, 2015
Trust attorney
Ellen LaPlante gave true meaning to "Trust Attorney". She walked me through the entire process of setting up a Living Revocable Trust, to help protect my assets upon my death, and in assuring a legacy for my children and grandchildren, according to my wishes.
Posted by David McGranaghan | March 4, 2015
Estate Planning
Ellen was very good at explaining Estate Planning so that I could understand. She is very knowledgeable in Estate Law. I would reccomend her to my friends and family.
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Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Partner
  • Unsworth LaPlante, PLC
  • 2013 - Present

Education

  • Catholic University of America
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 2012
  • Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 2007

Associations

  • National Association of Elder Law Attorneys
  • Board Member, Vermont Chapter
  • 2013 - Present
  • Vermont Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2013 - Present
  • American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys
  • Member
  • 2013 - Present
  • American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys
  • Board of Governors
  • 2020 - 2023
  • New York State Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2014 - 2020
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Languages Spoken

  • English
  • American Sign Language

Honors and Awards

  • Top Attorneys
  • Vermont Business Magazine
  • 2023
  • Rising Star
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2022
  • Rising Star
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2021
  • Top Attorney
  • Vermont Business Magazine
  • 2020
  • Rising Star
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2020
  • Rising Star
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2019
  • Rising Star
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2018
  • Rising Star
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2017
  • The Marathon Award
  • Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law
  • 2012
  • Vincent Miraglia Award
  • Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law
  • 2011
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Publications

  • Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education New England
  • A Practical Guide to Estate Planning
  • 2015

Speaking Engagements

  • Planning for Long-Term Care
  • Current Issues in Medicaid Qualification for Nursing Home Care and In-Home Services
  • 2017
  • The Interplay of Trusts and Medicaid
  • Medicaid Planning
  • 2017
  • Estate Planning: Top 9 Tools to Know
  • Estate Planning: Top 9 Tools to Know
  • 2017
  • NBI
  • Gaurdianships
  • 2016
  • Vermont Bar Association
  • Pet Trusts
  • 2016
  • Client Appreciation Seminar
  • Client Appreciation Seminar
  • 2016
  • Unsworth Law Seminar
  • Estate Planning
  • 2016
  • Advanced Estate and Trust Administration
  • Medicaid Recovery
  • 2016
  • Vermont Nursing Homes
  • Medicaid Planning
  • 2015
  • Estate Planning and Administration: The Complete Guide
  • Estate Planning and Administration: The Complete Guide
  • 2015
  • Vermont Retirement Systems
  • Estate Planning
  • 2015
  • Unsworth Law Seminar
  • Estate Planning
  • 2015
  • NBI Trust 101
  • Trust 101
  • 2014
  • Unsworth Law Seminar
  • Estate Planning
  • 2014
  • Unsworth Law Seminar
  • Estate Planning
  • 2013
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Attorney endorsements

Received (5)
Given (12)
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Estate planning Attorney | Sep 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I wholeheartedly endorse Ellen. She is terrific at understanding her clients' needs and fashioning a plan that effectively and efficiently accomplishes their goals."
Estate planning Attorney | Sep 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Ellen is a skilled practitioner and trusted adviser to her clients. I endorse this lawyer!"
Estate planning Attorney | Apr 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Ellen is thorough, thoughtful, and compassionate. My clients have been very pleased to work with her."
Elder law Attorney | Nov 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Estate planning Attorney | Jan 20
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. She is great!"
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