Laura L Mancuso

Laura L Mancuso

also known as Mancuso Law Office, PLLC, Guardianship Law Group, PLLC

4.7
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 28 years

Guardianship Lawyer at Vancouver, WA
Practice Areas: Guardianship, Estate Planning, Probate, Litigation

1014 Franklin Street, Suite 101, Vancouver, WA

About Laura

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Guardianship 40%

Adult guardianships and guardianships for minors.

40%
Estate Planning 20%

Estate planning (including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, health care advanced directives, and probate avoidance).

24 years

20%
Litigation 20%

Protection orders and trust administration.

20%
Probate 20%

Advice on whether probate is necessary and, if so, petition for probate and proceed with related probate administration.

20%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 23 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2003

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Washington for 28 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1997

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Guardianship Law Group, PLLC

1014 Franklin Street, Suite 101, Vancouver, WA, 98660

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Laura L Mancuso's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Posted by James | August 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Marvelous ManCuso

Laura represented me for a traffic citation I got last October. She was successful in getting both charges dismissed. Highly recommend A ++

Posted by Marjorie | February 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Laura Mancuso is an excellent attorney!

Laura Mancuso has helped me over the years with writing my will, estate planning and a current business matter. She has always been extremely knowledable, professional and friendly. I have consulted her regarding bankruptcy also. She informed me she did not do bankruptcies, but gave me the name ...and phone number of a good, local attorney who took my case.

Posted by Kelly | July 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Laura Mancuso Is An Excellent Attorney

Laura Mancuso handled my probate case and was everything I could have asked for in an attorney. She was professional, empathetic, skilled and made a difficult task more bearable. She listens/communicates well, gets the job done and her writing is superb, among many other positive professional att...ributes. She was open and up front about all fees and I feel hiring her was money well spent, no doubt about it. As her client I was completely satisfied and recommend her as an attorney. I fully and whole-hardheartedly recommend Ms. Laura Mancuso for your legal counsel needs.

Posted by Tina | June 03, 2015 | Family

good attorney

Laura did a great job finishing up my case. The attorney she replaced had cost me a lot of extra money. Laura kept me informed and had good experience in family law. The staff in her office were always willing to answer my questions and help when needed. I would retain her again if I needed an attorn...ey.

Posted by anonymous | July 01, 2009 | Divorce & Separation

Greatest Lawyer, Nicest Person

I needed Laura during and extremely messy divorce that was taking place across state lines. She was always there for me, gave great advice, and in every way went above and beyond what I expected her to do. I found her to be extremely professional and very knowledgeable, even though I was in Wisconsin... and the divorce was in Washington. She was kind and empathetic as well, and I really felt like she cared about my case.

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Laura L Mancuso's Lawyer Endorsements

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Eric Hoffman

Family lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have been opposing counsel on cases with Ms. Mancuso, she was always knowledgeable and professional. I endorse this lawyer."

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Deanna Rusch

Family lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Laura is a great lawyer and person. I always enjoy working with her on cases. She is an advocate for her clients and respected by the local bench. I endorse Laura."

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Danielle Paradis

Family lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Laura was the opposing counsel on a divorce case. She was a great advocate for her client, but respected the legal process enough to avoid being unreasonable or overly litigious. I respect her as an attorney and enjoy her as a person."

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Richard Oberdorfer

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Smart and hard-working. Ms. Mancuso is dedicated to helping her clients through tough situations, and getting the best outcome possible. I endorse this lawyer."

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Ian Holzhauer

Family lawyer | Jan 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Laura and I worked together on various Air Force JAG Corps projects, and she was an excellent mentor and legal expert. She taught me a lot about family law, and I have used her as a referral source in Oregon to the satisfaction of family members of mine. I would recommend her to anyone!"

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Nancy Retsinas

Family lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Laura works hard to meet client needs and provides solid, balanced representation to her clients."

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Rachel Mitchell

General practice lawyer | Dec 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Ms. Mancuso for many years and have worked as opposing counsel with her. I have also worked with her in community organizations. I know her to be competent, professional, organized, and a good litigator."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Certificate of Appreciation, Clark County Bar Association

2016

Certificate of Appreciation, Clark County Volunteer Lawyers Program

2015

Certificate of Appreciation, Clark County Volunteer Lawyers Program

2015

Service Award, Clark County Bar Association Board of Trustees

2014

Certificate of Appreciation, Clark County Volunteer Lawyers Program

2013

Certificate of Appreciation, Clark County Volunteer Lawyers Program

2012

Certificate of Appreciation, Clark County Volunteer Lawyers Program

2011

Certificate of Appreciation, Clark County Volunteer Lawyers Program

Work Experience

2024 - Present

Owner, Guardianship Law Group PLLC

Associations

2020 - Present

Multnomah Bar Association

2003 - Present

Oregon State Bar

Member

2002 - Present

Clark County Bar Association

Member

1997 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

2012 - 2015

Clark County Bar Association

Board of Trustees

2010 - 2011

Clark County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Treasurer

2006 - 2023

Clark County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

Education

1997

Gonzaga University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

University of Oregon

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Activity

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