John Anthony D'Onofrio

John Anthony D'Onofrio

also known as John A. D'Onofrio

5.0
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 43 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Pittsburgh, PA
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Wills & Living Wills ... +3 more

651 Holiday Drive, Foster Plaza 5, Suite 400, Pittsburgh, PA

About John

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 20%

inclusive of Guardianship matters and Special Needs Trusts and planning

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 37 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1988

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 43 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1982

Not Eligible to Practice - Administrative

No misconduct found

Location

D'Onofrio Law Office, P.C.

651 Holiday Drive, Foster Plaza 5, Suite 400, Pittsburgh, PA, 15220

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John Anthony D'Onofrio's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

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Posted by Daniel C. Dettorre, Jr. | January 19, 2017 | Consulted Attorney

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

Excellent Experience

All I can say is that John D'Onofrio helped me in a time of great need. I am very appreciative of the way my case was handled and how quickly it was resolved. One of the most important things I can say is that Mr. D'Onofrio did not burden me with financial hardship with fees. I am not a person of fin...ancial means and he recognized that and helped me. I would highly recommend this lawyer to anyone who needs legal help. It is very hard to find someone with true compassion for others these days. Mr. D'Onofrio is one of these rare people. At the end of the day all I can really say to Mr. D'Onofrio is Thank You!

Posted by Ann | September 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very Professional and Thorough

My husband and I hired John D'Onofrio to do our estate planning. His initial consultation was free. We left that initial meeting feeling confident that John would do an excellent job for us. He explained everything clearly and thoroughly and really listened to our desires for our estate. We are so pl...eased with the job that John did for us! I would recommend his services to anyone.

Posted by Mike | September 9, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent, Personable and knowledgeable

Set up 2 trusts for my special needs son, wills for both my wife and I as well as living directives. Also handled my mother in laws estate upon her passing.

Posted by anonymous | October 7, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent estate lawyer

John was very professional and knowledgeable from the first time that we met him. We initially met him in his office, but he also came to our home to finalize our estate plan. He takes the time to understand what you want from an estate plan, but has the knowledge and experience to recommend plans ...that you may not have considered. He was also very efficient and was able to quickly set up and finalize a trust for us under tight time constraints. We would highly recommend him for anyone wishing to set up estate plans, trusts, wills, etc.

Posted by Jan | August 28, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Attorney

I contacted John D'Onofrio based on reviews from Avvo. I was not disappointed. From the first conversation I felt that John would handle matters, answer my questions, and be accessible. And he did all of that and more! My requests were handled in a timely and professional manner.

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John Anthony D'Onofrio's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Marks

Estate planning lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. John represented a client on the other side of a case and impressed me greatly. His preparation and comprehensive defense against the claim asserted was striking. Hats off to John D'Onofrio."

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Flora Sweeney

Estate planning lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mildred Sweeney

Estate planning lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Moseley Collins

Estate planning lawyer | Dec 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. John has an excellent reputation in the legal community."

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Dmitriy Shakhnevich

Estate planning lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Lilian Demonteverde-Hoats

Wills and living wills lawyer | Sep 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Simon Kabzan

Unknown lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this individual as a highly respected and knowledgable lawyer in their practice."

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Richard Geller

Unknown lawyer | Sep 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse John. Highly respected in the legal community. Strong reputation for client advocacy and dedication."

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Sean Logue

Estate planning lawyer | Sep 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brooke McMorrow

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. John is very compassionate and knowledgeable in the area of estate planning."

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Brian Thompson

Unknown lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Lisa Vari

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Clifford Tuttle

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He cares deeply for his clients and gives them his full attention."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Top Lawyers, Lawyers of Distinction

2017

Honored Business, 2017 Pittsburgh City Paper

2010

Jefferson Award, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis

1981

Certificate of Appreciation, American Association for Justice

1981

Who's Who Among American Colleges and Universities, South Texas College of Law

1981

McMannus Educational Trust Sholarship, McMannus Educational Trust Foundation

1980

Environmental Law Essay Contest - Winner, Association of Trial Lawyers of America

1980

The Mr. and Mrs. W.B. Trammel Scholarship Award, South Texas College of Law

1980

McMannus Educational Trust Scholarship, McMannus Educational Trust Foundation

1979

The Mr. and Mrs. W.B. Trammel Scholarship Award, South Texas College of Law

1979

Garland Walker Mock Trial Quarter Finalist, South Texas College of Law

1979

Spurgeon Bell Moot Court - Best Brief, South Texas College of Law

1979

Spurgeon Bell Moot Court - 3rd Place Best Argument, South Texas College of Law

1979

McMannanus Educational Trust Scholarship, McMannus Educational Trust Foundation

1976

Gordon Kennedy Law Enforcement Award Scholarship, Mercyhurst University

Work Experience

1982 - Present

Attorney, D'Onofrio Law Office, P.C.

2007 - 2012

President, Good Shepherd Legal Foundation

2007 - 2011

Board Member, Miracle League of SW Pennsylvania

1992 - 1995

Board Member, The Crafton Foundation

1982 - 1983

Attorney - sole practitioner, John A. D'Onofrio, Attorney at Law

1982 - 2014

Complimentary Special Needs Trusts - 150 per year, D'Onofrio Law Office, P.C.

1980 - 1982

Legal Intern, Harris County Texas District Attorney's Office

1980 - 1985

Volunteer, Anderson Hospital and Tumor Institute

1979 - 1980

Clerk, Fulbright & Jaworski

Associations

2008 - Present

The Miracle League of Southwestern PA

Legal Advisor

2004 - Present

Academy of Special Needs Planners

Member

2002 - Present

Christian Legal Society

Member

1992 - Present

Crafton Foundation

Legal Adviser

1991 - Present

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Member

1990 - Present

Licensed - Pennsylvania Department of Insurance

Insurance Agent

1988 - Present

Licensed - Pennsylvania Supreme Court

Attorney at Law

1980 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

2007 - 2013

Good Shepherd Legal Foundation

President

1987 - 1991

Mercyhurst University

Board of Directors

1982 - 1987

State Bar of Texas

Attorney at Law

Sample of Legal Cases

In Re Charles Marvin Hall

all debts were successfully discharged

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Education

1981

South Texas College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1976

Mercyhurst Univesity

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2018

Estate Planning Workshop

Estates, Probate & Trusts

2013

Barber National Institute Seminar on Special Needs Trusts

Special Needs Trusts

Publications

2009

Allegheny West Magazine A Good Shepherd for Special People

1980

American Association for Justice (AAJ) Environmental Law

Languages

English

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