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Carlo A. LaMonica

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  • Scranton, PA
  • Licensed for 6 years
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Carlo A. LaMonica
Carlo A. LaMonica
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About Carlo

Experienced wills, trusts, and estates attorney. Call now for a free consultation.

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 (570) 751-1571. Weekend, evening, home, and telephone appointments are available upon request.

Practice areas

ProbateElder lawEstate planning
  1. Estate planning: 35%

    Preparing comprehensive estate plans including wills and trust, powers of attorney, advance health care directives, living wills, and beneficiary designations.

  2. Elder law: 35%

    Helping people protect their assets while planning for the possibility of long-term care, including advance and emergency Medicaid planning for individuals worried about or about to enter a long-term care facility.

  3. Probate: 30%

    Representing Executors and Estate Administrators in managing the estate of a person who has passed away. The process can be confusing and complicated, but an experienced estate administration lawyer can guide you through the process.

Client's Choice 2020
Client's Choice 2019
Client's Choice 2018
Client's Choice 2017
Client's Choice 2016
Client's Choice 2015

Contact

3218 Pittston Avenue
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LaMonica Law Firm LLC

3218 Pittston Avenue
Scranton, PA, 18505

Office (570) 751-1571
Fax (570) 213-5667

Website

http://www.LaMonicaLawFirm.com

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
PAActive201407/04/2020
NJActive201301/14/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers41
Legal guides0
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
AV RatedMartindale-Hubbell2019
Equal Access to Justice AwardLackawanna Bar Association2018
10 Best in PA for Client SatisfactionAmerican Institute of Family Law Attorneys2018
PBA Pro Bono AwardPennsylvania Bar Association2018
10 Best in PA for Client SatisfactionAmerican Institute of Family Law Attorneys2017
10 Best in PA for Client SatisfactionAmerican Institute of Family Law Attorneys2016
Certificate of Merit - Advanced WritingThomas M. Cooley Law School2012
Certificate of Merit - Research & WritingThomas M. Cooley Law School2011
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Attorney & OwnerLaMonica Law Firm LLC2014 - Present
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember2014 - Present
Lackawanna Bar AssociationMember2014 - Present
Wilkes-Barre Law and Library AssociationMember2014 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysMember2014 - Present
Pennsylvania Association of Elder Law AttorneysMember2014 - Present
New Jersey State Bar AssociationMember2013 - Present
Phi Delta PhiMember2013 - Present
Thomas M. Cooley Journal of Practical and Clinical LawManaging Editor2011 - 2012
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Thomas M. Cooley Law SchoolJD - Juris Doctor2013
University of CincinnatiMS - Master of Science2010
Cameron UniversityBS - Bachelor of Science2006
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
The Probate Process From Start to FinishManaging the Inventory2018
Lackawanna Bar Association Lunch and LearnVeteran's Disability: An Overview of a Service-Connected Disability Claim2018

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Appeal of Veterans Affairs disability rating

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Carlo as my appeal lawyer for VA claim was very successful in raising my disability rating from 10% to 60%.
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Retired secretary

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I chose Att. Carlo LaMonica for his style, and appreciated his impeccable knowledge in handling my probate case. He is well organized and his fees are reasonable. All of our communications were done via emails,texts, or phone as I do not live in the Scranton area.On a scale of 1 to 10 he is an 11. He has earned my trust and highly recommend him. Thank you for being there and so glad I hired you.
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Just what I wanted

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When you have some odd requests its important to work with the right people. Carlo took the time to listen and dig deep with important questions to make sure my concerns were adressed in the documents, while still guiding me with the advice and insight needed to understand and revise my requsts to be what my intentions are, but within the constraints of legal doccumentation. I highly recommend Carlo not only for end of life legal planning but business law as well.
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Owner/operator

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Carlo was very helpful and knowledgeable with helping my business partner and I starting our LLC. Thank you agian for your help and fast responses.
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Great Lawyer

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My husband passed away last month & I honestly felt lost. He was only 64. It's actually hard to think straight after such a devastating loss. So after that, I wanted to make sure my wishes were known and finalized so my son doesn't have to worry about anything. No one likes to think about preparing for such a heartbreaking situation, but it really helps and gives you peace of mind. I now have a Last Will & Testament, Financial Power of Attorney & Health Care Power of Attorney with Guidance for End-of-Life Treatment. It is a huge relief to know that it's all taken care of. I am trying to make it as easy as possible for my son. Mr. LaMonica also advised me to make sure my name was on the deed to our house in case I was thinking of selling. My name was on the deed. Again, another sigh of relief. No one likes thinking of preparing for such a heartbreaking loss, but I feel better knowing it will make it a lot easier on my son if anything were to happen to me too. Thank you, Mr. LaMonica
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Estate planning

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Carlo was very personal and knowledgeable of what I wanted. He explained and made sure I understood the different areas of my estate planning. He is very affordable. He also answered any question I had regarding VA claims. Highly recommend!!!
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Excellent Legal Service

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Carlo LaMonica provided excellent legal service to my family and I. He was a great communicator, responded very quickly to my messages and requests, did an excellent job on our legal matter, and was certainly a great value. He's certainly someone I trust and I'd highly recommend him for your legal needs.
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Very patient!

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Carlo was very easy to work with. We had a lot of last minute questions and he was very patient and knowledgeable. We really felt like we had all of our questions answered.
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The Best Choice for Us.

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I am very happy with Attorney LaMonica as our choice for our Estate Lawyer. He takes his time and explains in plain terms all the information needed to help us make the best and correct decisions in our planning. My wife and I feel very comfortable with his knowledge of complex Estate planning and will not have to worry about issues because he covers it all.
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Estate and Will matters

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We were very pleased with the legal work Mr. LaMonica did for our family. He was very professional and did all the work we needed in a timely manner. I would definitely recommend Mr. LaMonica if you need advice estate matters.
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Paul Batyko, Car accident Attorney on Mar 6, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Attorney LaMonica is professional, hard working, and competent in several legal fields including complex estate planning issues. Highly recommended.

Scott Schermerhorn, Litigation Attorney on Jun 15, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Served honorably in U.S. Army. Motivated, dedicated, and highly capable.

Fred Howe, Personal injury Attorney on May 18, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Jeffrey Kulick, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 2, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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!

John Kulick, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 2, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

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.

Joseph Comerota, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 5, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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.

Stephanie Tigue, Child custody Attorney on Jan 4, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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.

Michael Shotto, Child custody Attorney on Dec 16, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter

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.

Brendan Fitzgerald, General practice Attorney on Mar 19, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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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