Atty. Ellen B. LaPlante

Atty. Ellen B. LaPlante

Ellen B. LaPlante is a lawyer practicing estate planning, elder law, probate and 2 other areas of law.

Essex Junction Essex Junction 13 yrs experience 13 year
Call (802) 419-0284 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Ellen B. LaPlante at a glance

Ellen B. LaPlante is a Member based in Essex Junction, Vermont, practicing at Unsworth LaPlante, PLLC. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, elder law, and health care. Admitted to practice in Vermont (2013) and New York (2014). Educated at Catholic University of America (J.D., 2012) and Virginia Tech (B.A., 2007). Serands clients in Essex Junction, VT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ellen B. LaPlante is a lawyer practicing estate planning, elder law, probate and 2 other areas of law
  • Ellen received a B.A. degree from Virginia Tech in 2007, and has been licensed for 13 years
  • Ellen practices at Unsworth LaPlante, PLLC in Essex Junction, VT

Practice Areas Explained

Ellen B. LaPlante's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ellen B. LaPlante handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Ellen B. LaPlante is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Vermont →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Vermont

Practicing law in Vermont. Legal matters in Vermont are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Essex Junction are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Vermont state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Vermont brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Vermont courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Ellen B. LaPlante

Where is Ellen B. LaPlante's law office located?
Ellen B. LaPlante's law practice is located in Essex Junction, Vermont. The firm is Unsworth LaPlante, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ellen B. LaPlante handle?
Ellen B. LaPlante focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, elder law, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Vermont.
How long has Ellen B. LaPlante practiced law?
Ellen B. LaPlante has 13+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2013.
Where did Ellen B. LaPlante go to law school?
Ellen B. LaPlante earned their education at (J.D., 2012); (B.A., 2007).
How can I contact Ellen B. LaPlante for a consultation?
You can contact Ellen B. LaPlante directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D.
Catholic University of America
- 2012
B.A.
Virginia Tech
- 2007

Bar Admissions

Vermont
Admitted: 2013
New York
Admitted: 2014

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