Laura Cohen

Laura Cohen

5.0
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 29 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Monroeville, PA
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate

4372 Old William Penn Highway, Monroeville, PA

About Laura

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 50%

Planning and preparation of Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, Health Care Powers of Attorney, Living Wills, Special Needs Trusts

30 years

50%
Probate 50%

Probate is the gathering of the decdent's assets and other property, paying debts and obligations, preparing and fililng court documents includng inheritance tax returns, and carrying out the wishes of the decdent for distribution to the rightful heirs.

30 years

50%

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 29 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1996

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Family Legal Center, LLC

4372 Old William Penn Highway, Monroeville, PA, 15146

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Laura Cohen's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

5 star (2)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by anonymous | July 24, 2014

Attorney Laura Cohen--the best!

Attorney Cohen and her staff work quickly and competently to avoid any unnecessary fees. They always listen to me and explain everything to me in a way that I can understand. They possess a tremendous knowledge of the law and court proceedings and are very responsive to the demands of my case, whic...h is complicated and involved. She and her staff work with the highest integrity and are absolutely trustworthy. I enthusiastically recommend her to anyone needing a family or estate lawyer.

Posted by Leann | April 10, 2010

Amazing lawyer!!!!!!

Laura is one tough lady, yet realistic. She is very honest, trustworthy and fair to all parties involved. She listens to you as a friend would and she really understands what you are going through. Unlike some attorneys, Laura will not try to drag your case out for for her own personal benefit. S...he was very cut and dry, straight to the point. Laura kept me informed, I was never in the dark about my divorce. Her extreme knowledge and respect for the law is phenominal. Lauras knowledge of the pain from a divorce truly reflects in the unbelievable concern and care she has for her clients. I could never thank her enough and would refer her to anyone.

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Laura Cohen's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Puskar

Family lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Laura is professional and courteous."

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Michael Marks

Estate planning lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Laura is thoughtful, thorough and easy to work with."

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Karen Ferri

Family lawyer | Nov 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Hiden

Probate lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Laura's advice is characteristic of an above average attorney who knows her stuff. I would not hesitate to refer clients her way."

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Herbert Ellis

Unknown lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Sep 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Karen Ferri

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2015

Who's Who of American Executives and Professionals, Marquis

2015

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Who's Who in American Law, Marquis

2013

Pittsburgh's Top Rated Lawyers, ALM, Martindale Hubbell

2012

Top Rated Pittsburgh Lawyers, ALM-Martindale Hubbell

Associations

2015 - Present

Disciplinary Board of the Supreme Court of PA

Senior Hearing Committee Member

2008 - Present

Allegheny County Bar Foundation

Fellow

1996 - Present

Allegheny County Bar Association

Member

1996 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

2011 - 2013

Collaborative Law Assoc. of Southwestern Pennsylvania

Executive Board Member

2010 - 2020

International Association of Collaborative Professionals

2006 - 2012

Disciplinary Board of Supreme Court of PA

Senior Hearing Committee Member

2004 - 2009

Neighborhood Legal Services Association

Former Board Member; Secretary

Education

1996

University of Pittsburgh School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1993

Chatham College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Bridge The Gap

Bridge The Gap-Fiduciary Responsiblity

2015

PBA Collaborative Law Retreat

The Ethics of Collaborative Law and Unbundled Services

2011

KOC Evening of Information

Basic Estate Planning Needs

2011

Caregiver Champions

Caring for Loved Ones - Legal Issues

2011

An Evening of "Crucial Conversation"

Legal Considerations of Advance Directives for Health Care Professionals

2010

Masonic Lodge

Basic Estate Planning Needs

2010

End of Life Seminar

End of Life Legal Issues

2010

ACBA Bench Bar Conference

Hanging Out Your Own Shingle

Publications

2010

Senior Citizens Guide to Pittsburgh SPECIAL NEEDS TRUSTS: A WAY TO PROVIDE FOR YOUR DISABLED CHILD

Languages

English

Activity

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