Atty. Laura A. Cole

Atty. Laura A. Cole

Laura A. Cole is a lawyer practicing personal injury, civil litigation, workers compensation.

Alton Alton 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Laura A. Cole at a glance

Laura A. Cole is an Associate based in Alton, Illinois, practicing at Talbert & Associates, P.C.. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on personal injury, workers comp, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1995) and Missouri (1996). Educated at Washington University (J.D., 1995) and Florida International University (M.A. International, 1992). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Madison County and Illinois State Bar Associations The Missouri Bar Illinois Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Alton, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Laura A. Cole is a lawyer practicing personal injury, civil litigation, workers compensation
  • Laura received a M.A. degree from Florida International University in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Laura practices at Talbert & Associates, P.C. in Alton, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Laura A. Cole's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Laura A. Cole handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Laura A. Cole is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Laura A. Cole is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Laura A. Cole is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Alton are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois 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 Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Laura A. Cole

Where is Laura A. Cole's law office located?
Laura A. Cole's law practice is located in Alton, Illinois. The firm is Talbert & Associates, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Laura A. Cole handle?
Laura A. Cole focuses on personal injury, workers comp, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Laura A. Cole practiced law?
Laura A. Cole has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Laura A. Cole go to law school?
Laura A. Cole earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (M.A. International, 1992).
How can I contact Laura A. Cole for a consultation?
You can contact Laura A. Cole 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.
What awards or recognition has Laura A. Cole received?
Laura A. Cole's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Washington University
- 1995
M.A. International
Florida International University
- 1992

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1995
Missouri
Admitted: 1996

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