Laura Cowan

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Laura Cowan

also known as Laura E. Cowan

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 12 years

Estate planning Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Business

125 Park Avenue, Fl 25, New York, NY

Virtual Consultation Available

About Laura

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 90%

We help individuals and families create estate plans that will ensure their assets and loved ones at taken care of no matter what, including wills, trusts, health care proxies, powers of attorney, asset protection planning, and guardianship.

13 years

90%
Business 10%

13 years

10%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2018

Licenses

Licensed in New York for 11 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2014

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Minnesota for 12 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 2013

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Laura E. Cowan PLLC

125 Park Avenue, Fl 25, New York, NY, 10017

lauraecowanlaw.com

Online Presence

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Laura Cowan's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

5 star (8)
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Posted by anonymous | April 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Service, Detailed & Clear Advice!

Laura helped with my estate planning and established a living trust - from the first consultation to the end of the process, she was very thorough and provided detailed and clear advice for my situation. She took the time to explain legal terms/clauses and address my multiple questions, which made me... very comfortable and confident in working with her. Not only did she help me establish the living trust, she also provided great advice on other non-financial aspects (such as funeral planning, intellectual property protection etc). I would certainly recommend her to anyone who is looking for a trusted partner in estate planning as she provides personalized advice, clear information on the process / legal documentation and is very easy-going to work with! Thank you Laura!

Posted by Dewey | July 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly recommended estate attorney

My husband and I recently worked with Laura to create a revocable living trust and an estate plan. She walked us through everything from beginning to end and made the entire process very easy to understand. We are also in the process of buying a house, and she went above and beyond to create addition...al documents that we need to put the house in our trust from day one. Great work and a joy to work with - thanks Laura!

Posted by Kristine | June 7, 2019 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Estate Planning

In February 2019, I began to look for a FEMALE estate planning lawyer online. Not many names came up. Laura Cowan was the name I chose first. Her website at the time (recently revised) indicated she offered individual guidance, set fees made clear in advance, and yearly complimentary document revi...ew once an estate plan is in place. I signed up for an individual consultation in March 2019. Laura laid out multiple options and their consequences, using my own financial data as the example. It was an excellent session . . . and totally free! Already in the email confirming my appointment, Laura assured me there was no obligation. I could follow up immediately with her. Or, if I wasn't ready to move forward, that was fine, too. In fact, I have not been able to proceed, mostly due to my own indecision about what I want done and whom I trust to do it. When I figure that out, Laura Cowan will make it happen. She emails me from time to time to see how my decision-making is progressing. I don't do online evaluations for anyone. But I'm posting this review for Laura because she has provided me with welcome information and significant peace of mind. I consider her my partner in this very important end-of-life planning. Also, I think many people will benefit from her expertise and her generosity.

Posted by Sam | October 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Fantastic Estate Planning Attorney

Throughout the entire estate planning process, Laura was very helpful, knowledgeable, and friendly. She took the time to thoroughly explain everything and made sure that all questions were answered. Highly recommend her services to anyone needing an estate planning attorney.

Posted by anonymous | October 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professional

Working with Laura on my estate plan was a pleasure. She is comprehensive and diligent in her expertise and advice, responsive and erudite. I highly recommend her.

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Laura Cowan's Lawyer Endorsements

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Karine Wegrzynowicz

Estate planning lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've had the pleasure of working alongside Laura Cowan in the area of Trusts & Estate Planning, and I’ve been consistently impressed by her collaborative spirit and commitment to building a strong professional community. Laura not only brings deep legal expertise to the table, but she also actively shares her knowledge with others in the field. Her willingness to connect, support fellow attorneys, and foster open dialogue has made a real impact. She's a true asset to the legal community and a standout colleague."

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Elizabeth Roache

Estate planning lawyer | Aug 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"There’s a reason Laura is so highly regarded in the estate planning community — she’s not only exceptionally skilled, but also leads with genuine compassion and care for everyone she serves. If you’re looking for an attorney who truly knows her stuff and is deeply committed to helping her clients, Laura is the one to call - you will be in very good hands!"

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Nicole Loughlin

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Laura is an excellent estate planning attorney and leader in the legal community."

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Matthew Stall

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Other

"Laura is fantastic. She’s thoughtful, always prepared, and just really easy to talk to. A lot of lawyers can feel distant or hard to connect with, but Laura is the total opposite—friendly, approachable, and super sharp. I’ve met with a few attorneys for personal matters in the past, and honestly, most of them made me feel uncomfortable. But with Laura, I felt at ease right away. She makes you feel like you’re in good hands. I can’t recommend her enough."

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Eleanor Curry

Estate planning lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Very knowledgeable and thoughtful attorney."

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Damon Schwartz

Estate planning lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Laura is very experienced and well versed in Estate Planning, I highly recommend her."

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Sofia Henshaw

Estate planning lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Tilden Moschetti

Trusts lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Laura is an outstanding attorney and I wouldn't hesitate to refer clients to her."

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Rebecca Begelman Strub

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joshua Nelson

Estate planning lawyer | Sep 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"It is great to see how much difference can be made by working with an attorney that really takes the time needed to get to know her clients and offering a fully tailored solution to carry out their wishes"

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Christopher Seleski

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Laura is a passionate attorney and truly cares about her clients. She is a great listener and easy to talk to. She can handle all types of estate planning matters, from complicated to simple, from extensive to small. Highly recommend!"

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Yahima Suarez

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Natalie Giachos

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Laura is extremely knowledgeable and highly respected in the legal community. She cares for her clients and is always willing to go the extra mile."

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Jiah Kim

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Laura is very knowledgeable in estate planing laws and I have seen how much efforts she put for her clients. I highly recommend Laura to families and business owners who have planning needs."

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Nicole Newman

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Maureen Pritchard

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Laura is a passionate attorney who cares about the needs of her clients and help them plan their estate with those needs in mind. Laura has a unique system in place that ensures that more than your financial assets are passed on to your family and loved one. I highly endorse Laura!"

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Andrew Sachs

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A knowledgable and highly respected attorney in the estate planning community who truly cares about her clients."

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Erach Screwvala

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Laura is a smart, caring, personable attorney who will always look out for her clients' best interests. She takes the time to explain all available options in easy to understand language, and will make sure her clients understand the pros and cons of each decision they make. Laura is a real joy to work with and I endorse her."

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Susan Hunt

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Laura has a process to ensure her clients have the right plan in place, not just a cookie-cutter Will or Trust. Additionally, she can provide a unique service for families with young children that goes beyond simply naming a guardian or Trustee. She's a caring attorney who is focused on serving her clients and creating lifetime relationships. I wouldn't hesitate to refer clients to her."

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Irene de Jesus

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Lauren is an intelligent and caring attorney. I highly recommend her."

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Elizabeth Roache

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Karine Wegrzynowicz

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Eleanor Curry

Estate planning lawyer

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Pamela Starsia

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Damon Schwartz

Estate planning lawyer

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Vincent Angermeier

Estate planning lawyer

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Sam McGovern

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Christina Falkiewicz

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Tilden Moschetti

Estate planning lawyer

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Sofia Henshaw

Estate planning lawyer

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Rebecca Begelman Strub

Estate planning lawyer

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Natalie Giachos

Estate planning lawyer

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Yahima Suarez

Estate planning lawyer

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Geoffrey Hoatson

Estate planning lawyer

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Christopher Seleski

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Katie Charleston

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Nicole Newman

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David Feakes

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Maureen Pritchard

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Erach Screwvala

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2024

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2023

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2022

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Founder & Owner, Law Office of Laura E. Cowan, PLLC

Associations

New York City Bar Association

WealthCounsel

Member

Education

2013

University of Minnesota Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

Iowa State University

BS - Accounting

Speaking Engagements

2019

United Nations

Estate Planning For Non-Citizens

Publications

Languages

English

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