Laura Plank Founds, Insurance Attorney in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Over 17 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury
AssociateatDell, Moser, Lane & Loughney, LLC
Pittsburgh, PA
Practicing insurance in Pittsburgh since 2009.
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Laura Plank Founds is an associate based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Laura has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dell, Moser, Lane & Loughney, LLC.
- Based in
- Pittsburgh, PA
- Experience
- over 17 years
- Known for
- Insurance · Litigation · Personal Injury
- Handles Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from Pittsburgh, PA.
- Over 17 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Laura Plank Founds: Laura Plank Founds is an associate based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Laura has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dell, Moser, Lane & Loughney, LLC.
Areas of practice
Laura's practice areas in Pittsburgh
Laura concentrates on insurance, litigation, personal injury, and business. Each area below outlines the kind of case Laura handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Business
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Insurance cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Laura takes insurance matters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Laura agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Laura takes litigation matters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Laura agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Laura takes personal injury matters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Laura agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Laura takes business matters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Laura agrees to represent you.
Biography
Laura Plank Founds, insurance attorney serving Pittsburgh
Laura Plank Founds is an associate based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Laura has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dell, Moser, Lane & Loughney, LLC. Laura works from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and takes on insurance matters across the region.
Laura Plank Founds is a lawyer practicing personal injury, litigation, insurance defense and 1 other area of law. Laura received a B.S. degree from The Ohio State University in 2005, and has been licensed for 17 years. Laura practices at Dell, Moser, Lane & Loughney, LLC in Pittsburgh, PA.
How Laura handles insurance matters
Laura Plank Founds is a lawyer practicing personal injury, litigation, insurance defense and 1 other area of law. Laura received a B.S. degree from The Ohio State University in 2005, and has been licensed for 17 years. Laura practices at Dell, Moser, Lane & Loughney, LLC in Pittsburgh, PA.
Who Laura represents
Laura reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance, litigation, and personal injury matters in Pittsburgh and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Laura studied and practices
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
J.D. · 2009
The Ohio State University
B.S. · 2005
Jurisdictions
Laura's state bar admissions
Ohio
2016 · ACTIVE
West Virginia
2013 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2010 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
2009 · ACTIVE
Laura studied at J.D. in University of Pittsburgh School of Law and B.S. in The Ohio State University.
Law school and academic background
Laura completed J.D. in University of Pittsburgh School of Law and B.S. in The Ohio State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Laura runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Laura Plank Founds's office in Pittsburgh
Laura's primary office is at 112 Washington Pl., Ste. 1500, Pittsburgh, PA, 15219. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Dell, Moser, Lane & Loughney, LLC
112 Washington Pl., Ste. 1500
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
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How to hire Laura Plank Founds — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Laura usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Laura charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Laura's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Laura will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Laura
Laura discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every insurance matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Laura confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Laura's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Laura Plank Founds
How much does it cost to hire Laura for a insurance case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Laura walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Laura offer a free consultation?
Laura charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Laura's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Laura's current terms during booking.
How long do insurance cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple insurance 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. Laura gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Laura take my case if I'm outside Pittsburgh?
Laura 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 — Laura 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 Laura?
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. Laura will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Laura accepting new insurance clients right now?
Laura's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Insurance attorneys serving Pittsburgh, Philadelphia and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania
Laura handles insurance matters throughout Pennsylvania. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified insurance attorneys in that community.
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