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
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
- Admitted to the U.S. Supreme Court (2000)
- 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
Client Reviews
"I have had the pleasure of working with Laura professionally over the past 10 years. She is one of the best people I have ever met in my entire life. I highly recommend her for any of your legal needs."
— Google Review
"I have known and used the services of Family Legal Center for many years. They have done legal work for me, my business, and my family — anything from a simple contract to a personal will, and they have been absolutely perfect and professional every time."
— Google Review
"Attorney Cohen and her staff work quickly and competently to avoid any unnecessary fees. They always listen to me and explain everything to me in a way that I can understand. They possess a tremendous knowledge of the law and are very responsive to the demands of my case. She and her staff work with the highest integrity and are absolutely trustworthy. I enthusiastically recommend her to anyone needing an estate lawyer."
— Avvo Review
"Laura is very honest, trustworthy and fair to all parties involved. She listens to you as a friend would and she really understands what you are going through. Unlike some attorneys, Laura will not try to drag your case out for her own personal benefit — she was very cut and dry, straight to the point."
— Avvo Review
"Attorney Cohen and her staff listen to me, and answer my questions accurately and timely. Her fees are fair and reasonable."
— Lawyers.com Review
Client testimonials reflect individual experiences and are not a guarantee of future results. Every legal matter is different, and the outcome of any case depends on the specific facts and circumstances involved.