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Attorney Carlo LaMonica has devoted his entire legal career to helping individuals, families, and small business owners in Northeastern Pennsylvania with many of their important legal needs. He understands that each client’s situation is unique and works with each client to understand their circumstances and goals in order to create the best plan for their distinct situation and needs.
Admitted to practice law in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, his practice concentrates in the areas of estate planning and administration, including wills and trusts, probate, powers of attorney, advance health care directives, estate and inheritance taxes, and long-term care planning. Carlo LaMonica, an accredited attorney with the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs, also proudly represents veterans who have been denied service-connected disability benefits.
Carlo has experience representing a diverse range of people, including adults and seniors, married couples and single individuals, traditional and non-traditional families, at all levels of net worth. When meeting with clients, Carlo aims to put them at ease by listening carefully to their goals, issues, and concerns. He analyzes each client’s particular financial and personal situation and develops an appropriate plan of action. Carlo attributes his success in law to always making himself available to his clients, while working on their matters with the greatest compassion and diligence.
Whether you are a family with young children, “empty nesters” developing an estate plan, or a senior wanting your affairs in order, Carlo will provide you with answers to your personal questions, and help you consider important questions that may not have occurred to you—all in straightforward, clear language.
To schedule a free consultation with Carlo, please call. Weekend, evening, home, and telephone appointments are available upon request.
Experienced wills, trusts, and estates attorney. Call now for a free consultation.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Probate
45%
Estate Planning
35%
Elder Law
20%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2026 2025 2024
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9
Licenses
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 11 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 12 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
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Carlo A. LaMonica's Reviews
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Practice Areas
Estate Planning (42)
Probate (38)
Wills & Living Wills (27)
Power Of Attorney (14)
Real Estate (10)
Corporate & Incorporation (7)
Limited Liability Company (LLC) (6)
Business (5)
Tax (4)
Trusts (4)
Child Custody (3)
Child Support (3)
Elder Law (3)
Military Law (3)
Contracts & Agreements (2)
Family (2)
Lawsuits & Disputes (2)
Residential (2)
Administrative Law (1)
Appeals (1)
Divorce & Separation (1)
Medicaid & Medicare (1)
Social Security Disability (1)
What Clients Mention
Showing 1 - 5 of 39 reviews | Communication Style
Posted by MICHAEL | March 30, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Very competent.
Mr. LaMonica handled my issue with utmost care and concern. His time line for completion was much better than expected. He is personable and listens carefully before making recommendations on a course of action. Everything he said that was going to happen, happened just as he said. No issues with him...
Posted by Andy | March 18, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Military Law
VA Compensation
Carlo did an amazing job helping me finish the more difficult remaining issues I had with the VA. Studying my case and presenting it on my behalf. He displayed a particular attention to detail in regard to dates and past appeals; with results showing up within the first 90 days. He called me perso...
Posted by Adam | October 03, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Responsive, Knowledgeable, and Truly Hands-On
Carlo was an outstanding estate attorney to work with. He was highly responsive and knowledgeable, guiding me not only through the practical aspects of estate administration but also the more personal and interpersonal challenges that came up along the way. I especially appreciated his availability a...
Posted by David | June 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Carlo is "The Man" if you need an Estate Lawyer
#1 Probate of Will and settling the Estate is not an easy process, especially in Pennsylvania. Even more challenging when the Executor lives outside of Pennsylvania. #2 If you have no previous experience as an Executor, let's just say it's a daunting task. #3 You NEED an Attorney who is Qualifie...
Posted by John | May 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Excellent
Carlo was great to deal with. He walked me through step by step with what was going to occur. I highly recommend him.
Carlo A. LaMonica's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Attorney LaMonica is professional, hard working, and competent in several legal fields including complex estate planning issues. Highly recommended."
"I endorse this lawyer. Served honorably in U.S. Army. Motivated, dedicated, and highly capable."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Carlo is an extremely helpful and knowledgeable lawyer. I have worked with him on many cases over the last few years and he is easily approachable and will help as much as he can. I know him to be very prompt, very involved and eager to get whatever issue he is working on resolved quickly and correctly. I would not hesitate to recommend him for your estate planning or probate needs, you would not be disappointed!"
"Attorney LaMonica is a zealous advocate for his clients. Based on our practice areas, we often represent opposing sides of the same case and I have witnessed this advocacy first hand. When we aren't battling against each other for our client's rights, I have been fortunate enough to work with Carlo on an estate matter as well. He is very knowledgeable and always willing to help when I have had questions. I have recommended him as an attorney to people on several occasions."
"I have observed Attorney LaMonica in court on many occasions. He is an excellent attorney and dedicated to providing the highest quality legal services to clients. I endorse this lawyer and have no hesitation referring clients to him."
"Attorney LaMonica is extremely knowledgeable about complex estate planning issues. He is hard-working and organized and dedicated to his clients. I would not hesitate to recommend his services."
"I have known Carlo for for about ten years. He is a great attorney and I would trust him to handle any estate matter. He has worked with me probating a multi-million dollar estate - his work was meticulous and always on point."
"Attorney LaMonica has the highest moral character and the skill set to help people of all backgrounds effectively plan their estates."
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Experience
Honors
2022
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Equal Access to Justice Award, Lackawanna Bar Association
2018
PBA Pro Bono Award, Pennsylvania Bar Association
2012
Certificate of Merit - Advanced Writing, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
2011
Certificate of Merit - Research & Writing, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Attorney & Owner, LaMonica Law Firm LLC
Associations
2021 - Present
Estate Planning Council of Northeastern PennsylvaniaMember
2014 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Lackawanna Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Wilkes-Barre Law and Library AssociationMember
2014 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysMember
2014 - Present
Pennsylvania Association of Elder Law AttorneysMember
Education
2013
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2010
University of Cincinnati
MS - Master of Science
2006
Cameron University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2018
The Probate Process From Start to Finish
Managing the Inventory
2018
Lackawanna Bar Association Lunch and Learn
Veteran's Disability: An Overview of a Service-Connected Disability Claim
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Good morning my question is who would own the cemetery plots?
07 Jan 2025
Q&A
Can Medicaid take my mom’s house upon her death?
27 Feb 2024
Q&A
Married 19 years.Everythingis in my husbands name the house we live in with our2 young boys He died without a will. Now what?
25 Apr 2019