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.
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.
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.
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
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| 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
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| 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.
Our Rating is calculated using information the lawyer has included on their profile in addition to the information we collect from state bar associations and other organizations that license legal professionals. Attorneys who claim their profiles and provide Avvo with more information tend to have a higher rating than those who do not.
What determines Avvo Rating?
Experience & background
Years licensed, work experience, education
Legal community recognition
Peer endorsements, associations, awards
Legal thought leadership
Publications, speaking engagements
Discipline
Disciplinary information may not be comprehensive, or updated. We recommend that you always check a lawyer's disciplinary status with their respective state bar association before hiring them.
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."