Elaine Georges Ugolnik

Elaine Georges Ugolnik

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 36 years

Family Lawyer at Lancaster, PA
Practice Areas: Family

33 North Duke Street, Lancaster, PA

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 36 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1989

Retired

No misconduct found

Location

Appel & Yost Llp Attorneys At Law

33 North Duke Street, Lancaster, PA, 17602

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Elaine Georges Ugolnik's Reviews

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Posted by Cathy | February 17, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Doesn't get any better

Elaine Ugolnik thought outside the box when helping to solve problems. She always returned calls in a timely manner. She alway made me feel that my case was her first priority. I have recommended her and will continue to recommend her.

Posted by Kevin | May 19, 2010 | Child Custody

Outstanding

Elaine represented my wife and I in a child custody case against my dad, the trial court judge said grandfather had standing because our son virtually resided with him. Superior court stated that grandfather never had standing because our son never stayed overnight and we stopped visits with this un...stable person that is not 5313A. Superior court agreed with my wife and I. Trial court was completely wrong in this matter. Daycare providers can't sue parents for watching kids for a few hours a day. Thanks. and the PA Superior court thanks for going by PA law regarding grandparents rights to standing and agreeing with child in question parents in this matter.

Posted by anonymous | November 24, 2008

Great lawyer

She navigated me through hell. I cannot say enough good things about her.

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Elaine Georges Ugolnik's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Vanasse

Family lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Elaine is an outstanding advocate for her clients and enjoys a stellar reputation in the legal community. She brings a combination of highest level of legal skill and incredible compassion to every case."

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Erik Spurlin

Family lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse Elaine as a great lawyer and a great person! Elaine has a great deal of experience in the field, and she works hard to get the best for her clients."

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Susan Grosh

Unknown lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Elaine Ugolnik is an experienced and knowledgeable attorney who actively advocates for her clients but seeks a resolution of the situation that fits the law as well as her client's needs and circumstances. I highly recommend Elaine."

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Christopher Patterson

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Elaine. She is a fine lawyer and a leader in her field."

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Timothy Reese

Family lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Samuel Mecum

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Michael Vanasse

Workers compensation lawyer

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Susan Grosh

Family lawyer

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Christopher Patterson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Timothy Reese

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2006

Everyday Leader Award, Pennsylvania Bar Association

2003

Outstanding Service Award, Lancaster Bar Association

1998

Red Rose Award, Lancaster New Era Newspaper

1997

Outstanding Contribution to Pro Bono Services, Pennsylvania Bar Association

1995

Outstanding Service as a Volunteer, Family Service Agency Award

1993

Access to Justice Award, Lancaster Bar Association

1989

Regional Winner, Mock Trial Competition

1989

Outstanding Advocate, PA Association of Trial Lawyers

1989

Barrister's Award - Outstanding Advocacy, Temple Law School

1989

Domestic Relations Award, West Publishing Co.

Work Experience

1993 - 1996

Adjunct Professor teaching family law, Harrisburg Area Community College

1990 - 1991

Assistant Public Defender, Lancaster County Court of Common Pleas

1985 - 1986

Conferernce Officer re child, spousal support, Lancaster County Office of Domestic Relations

1980 - 1990

Adjunct Instructor, Franklin & Marshall College

Associations

2006 - Present

Lancaster Bar Association Foundation

Board member, past Chair

2002 - Present

Holy Ghost Orthodox Church

Solicitor

2002 - Present

Lancaster Bar Association

Chair, Public Service Committee

2001 - Present

Self Help Board - Courthouse

Board member

2000 - Present

Courthouse - Family Law Task Force

member

2000 - Present

Family Law Task Force - Courthouse

Board member (appointed)

1991 - Present

MANOS (Drug & Alcohol Rehab. Inc.)

Board of Directors

1995 - 2001

Family Service Agency

Board member & Board President

Education

1989

Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

Temple University

Masters of Science in Education

N/A

Wayne State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

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Wayne State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2011

Career Day

Practice of Family Law

2006

Advocating for Grandparent's Rights

Grandparents' Rights

2004

People's Law School

Custody & Divorce

2003

Volunteerism

Pro Bono Practice of Family Law

2002

People's Law School

Custody & Divorce

1998

Estate Planning

Living Wills, Durable Powers of Attorney

Languages

French

Activity

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