Larissa Renshaw Whitman, Estate Planning Attorney in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Larissa concentrates on estate planning, general, litigation, probate, and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Larissa handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Estate Planning

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• General

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• Litigation

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• Probate

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• Tax

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• Trusts

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Larissa's primary office is at One Logan Square, Ste. 2000, Philadelphia, PA, 19103-6996. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new estate planning attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Larissa usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Larissa discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in estate planning practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Larissa for a estate planning case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Larissa walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Larissa offer a free consultation?

  Larissa charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Larissa's office. Some estate planning attorneys offer free consults — check Larissa's current terms during booking.

• How long do estate planning cases in Pennsylvania typically take?

  Simple estate planning matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Larissa gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Larissa take my case if I'm outside Philadelphia?

  Larissa is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Larissa will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Larissa?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Larissa will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Larissa accepting new estate planning clients right now?

  Larissa's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.