Ellen B. LaPlante

Ellen B. LaPlante is an estate planning and elder law attorney serving clients in Vermont and New York. She focuses on helping individuals and families prepare for the future through thoughtful and comprehensive planning. Her practice includes drafting wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance directives. She also assists clients with long-term care planning and Medicaid qualification strategies, providing guidance designed to protect assets and ensure peace of mind.

Ellen earned her Juris Doctor from The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law. She completed her undergraduate studies at Virginia Polytechnic Institute. Her education provided a strong legal foundation in estate planning and elder law principles. She is licensed to practice law in both Vermont and New York, allowing her to assist clients across state lines with coordinated planning strategies.

Throughout her career, Ellen has been active in professional organizations dedicated to estate planning. She is a member of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys and previously served on its Board of Governors. She is also a member of the Vermont Bar Association and the Vermont chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, where she previously served as president. These roles reflect her commitment to staying current with modern planning techniques.

In addition to representing clients, Ellen B. LaPlante dedicates significant time to education and community service. She has published materials for other Vermont attorneys and regularly presents on estate planning and the Vermont Trust Code. She has been recognized as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers for multiple years and holds high professional ratings. Through careful planning and education, Ellen helps families build secure futures.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Unsworth LaPlante, PLLC
• Member, American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys
• Member, Vermont Bar Association
• Member, National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Vermont Chapter

Licensed State

• Vermont
• New York

Education

• The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Virginia Polytechnic Institute (Virginia Tech)
  Bachelor of Arts

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