Biography
Laura believes that estate planning, at its core, is an act of love, it's the way you take care of the people who matter most to you, even when you're no longer able to do it yourself. That belief has driven her through more than 30 years of practice, and it's why she takes the time to understand each client's family, concerns, and goals before putting pen to paper.
Laura Cohen focuses her practice on estate planning and estate administration. She brings more than three decades of experience and is one of the few women attorneys in the Eastern Suburbs who concentrates her legal work in estate law. Attorney Cohen is known for her compassionate approach, ethical standards, and deep commitment to helping families navigate complex legal matters with clarity and confidence.
Before joining Ament Law Group, Attorney Cohen founded Family Legal Center, LLC in 1996 with the goal of offering personalized, community-based legal services. She has served clients primarily in Allegheny and Westmoreland Counties and has earned recognition throughout her career for both her legal ability and her professionalism.
Attorney Cohen graduated with honors from Chatham College while raising two children as a single mother. She went on to earn her law degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law.
Outside the office, Attorney Cohen enjoys spending time with her family and staying involved in her local community. She remains passionate about guiding clients through the estate process with care and precision, always putting their long-term goals at the forefront.
Areas of Practice
Education
- J.D., University of Pittsburgh School of Law
Bar Admissions
- Pennsylvania State Courts (1996)
- U.S. Supreme Court (2000)
Recognition
- Pennsylvania Super Lawyers, 2021–2025 (awarded to only 5% of attorneys in Pennsylvania)
- Senior Hearing Committee Member, Disciplinary Board of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania
- Collaborative Law Trained, International Academy of Collaborative Professionals (2010)
- Published: Special Needs Trusts: A Way to Provide for Your Disabled Child, Senior Citizens Guide to Pittsburgh