LaMonica Law Firm LLC3218 Pittston AvenueScranton, PA, 18505United States (570) 751-1571 (570) 213-5667

Carlo A. LaMonica

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Carlo A. LaMonica

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About Carlo

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

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.
Estate planning: 35%
Preparing comprehensive estate plans including wills and trust, powers of attorney, advance health care directives, living wills, and beneficiary designations.
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.

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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

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LaMonica Law Firm LLC

340 Market Street
Kingston, PA, 18704

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

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License

State	Status	Acquired	Updated
PA	Active	2014	07/01/2022
NJ	Active	2013	06/08/2022

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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Awards

Award name	Grantor	Date Granted
AV Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	2019
Equal Access to Justice Award	Lackawanna Bar Association	2018
10 Best in PA for Client Satisfaction	American Institute of Family Law Attorneys	2018
PBA Pro Bono Award	Pennsylvania Bar Association	2018
10 Best in PA for Client Satisfaction	American Institute of Family Law Attorneys	2017

10 Best in PA for Client Satisfaction	American Institute of Family Law Attorneys	2016
Certificate of Merit - Advanced Writing	Thomas M. Cooley Law School	2012
Certificate of Merit - Research & Writing	Thomas M. Cooley Law School	2011

work experience

Title	Company name	Duration
Attorney & Owner	LaMonica Law Firm LLC	2014 - Present

associations

Association name	Position name	Duration
Pennsylvania Bar Association	Member	2014 - Present
Lackawanna Bar Association	Member	2014 - Present
Wilkes-Barre Law and Library Association	Member	2014 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys	Member	2014 - Present
Pennsylvania Association of Elder Law Attorneys	Member	2014 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association	Member	2013 - Present
Phi Delta Phi	Member	2013 - Present
Thomas M. Cooley Journal of Practical and Clinical Law	Managing Editor	2011 - 2012

education

School name	Degree	Graduated
Thomas M. Cooley Law School	JD - Juris Doctor	2013
University of Cincinnati	MS - Master of Science	2010
Cameron University	BS - Bachelor of Science	2006

speaking engagements

Conference name	Title	Date
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	2018

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4 Star		1%
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Donna

5.0 stars

Posted by Donna
August 3, 2022

Very direct and specific guidance on estate planning. Very timely return on documents and questions. Highly recommend.

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Deed Transfer

5.0 stars

Posted by Marybeth
June 3, 2022

Carlo was extremely helpful throughout the entire process. Made things simple and answered any questions I had. Thank you for your professionalism!

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Exceptional Service

5.0 stars

Posted by Crystal
May 4, 2022

From the very beginning I felt like I was speaking with a friend. The loss of my eldest son was a very difficult time but Carlo helped in getting me through the process of becoming the executor of my son’ estate. He was fantastic at explaining the process and the steps I needed to take especially since I live out of state.

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Plans for our Estate

5.0 stars

Posted by Ronald
May 2, 2022

My wife and I met with Atty.LaMonica on getting our Estate in order. He took his time and answered all of our questions,putting myself and my wife at ease putting us in the right direction with his expertise. Atty.LaMonica made us feel that we had made the right choice on reaching out to him always so cordial and most of all Honest in letting us know our best course of action.Many thanks go out to him. Clients Ron and Elizabeth

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Ms.

5.0 stars

Posted by Michele
April 23, 2022

I reached out, he got right back to me. Met with me to discuss my needs, did what I needed done quickly. Easy to talk to. Fee was reasonable.

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Excellent Estate Planning Advice

5.0 stars

Posted by Nicholas
April 15, 2022

Mr. LaMonica helped my wife and I prepare the essential documents for our estate including both Health and Financial Powers of Attorney. We most appreciated his impartial advice in providing us with the pros & cons regarding other decisions we had to make with our property. His experience, expertise and candid assessment of our own circumstances has given us an enormous sense of relief and confidence as retirees looking forward. Finally, he is also very personable, easy to talk to and reassuring in helping us to prepare for this life stage.

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Knows his law

5.0 stars

Posted by Richard
April 5, 2022

My wife and I recently moved to Pennsylvania and we needed to redo our will. Attorney LaMonica sat with us and asked us questions about what we wanted and answered all the questions we had. We would recommend him to others.

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Very informative, patient and makes sure you understand your choices.

5.0 stars

Posted by Debbie
March 26, 2022

Atty. LaMonica helped me make my will and Power of Atty. for both my medical and financial. My husband and I had these from off the internet, down loaded forms that really weren't valid since they were not notarized. Upon my husbands death in Jan. my sister suggested Atty. LaMonica to have things done legally. He really explained everything to my understanding during my consultation and follow up call and also went over things with my POA indiviual when we came for the signing. I have peace of mind knowing my wishes will be uphealed when needed.

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Last will and estate

5.0 stars

Posted by Michelle
March 25, 2022

We had a great experience, Carlo was so very helpful and answered all our questions and offered to help us out after everything is done should we have any questions. Not to mention professional and a very pleasant.

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Best estate lawyer!

5.0 stars

Posted by Alex
March 21, 2022

I had no idea what to do after my mother passed away. I called Carlo LaMonica after looking through some Google reviews and after calling him, I knew right away he was the perfect choice. He was quick to offer some helpful advice to get the process started, and after hiring him he proved to be a very reliable estate lawyer. He was helpful the entire way through the process, and was extremely quick to respond to any questions I may have had (who else answers at night or on weekends??). He made the process very clear and concise at every turn. I came into it to pay him to do a job, but I am so very grateful he turned out to be a light in the darkness for me. I would recommend him to whomever is seeking help for estates!

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E William Hevenor, Unknown Attorney on Jul 8, 2021
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I endorse this lawyer.

Paul Batyko, Unknown 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, Probate Attorney on Jun 15, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer. Served honorably in U.S. Army. Motivated, dedicated, and highly capable.

Fred Howe, Family Attorney on May 18, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer.

Jeffrey Kulick, Estate planning Attorney on Feb 2, 2017
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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, Family 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, Unknown 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, Estate planning 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, Probate 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, Estate planning 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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Donna

5.0 stars

Deed Transfer

5.0 stars

Exceptional Service

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Plans for our Estate

5.0 stars

Ms.

5.0 stars

Excellent Estate Planning Advice

5.0 stars

Knows his law

5.0 stars

Very informative, patient and makes sure you understand your choices.

5.0 stars

Last will and estate

5.0 stars

Best estate lawyer!

5.0 stars

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