Caitlin E. Harper CELA

Caitlin E. Harper CELA

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Julian Gray Associates

Elder Law Lawyers in Pittsburgh, PA in Pittsburgh, PA

Pittsburgh, PA412-458-6000
Elder LawEstate PlanningEstate AdministrationSpecial Needs PlanningLiving WillsPowers of Attorney and Appointment

About Caitlin E. Harper CELA

Background Caitlin grew up in Moon Township, Pennsylvania. She graduated summa cum laude from Penn State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology, and was inducted into the Phi Beta Kappa honorary society. She went on to work in the admissions department of a national skilled nursing facility, where her interest and experience in the area of Elder Law began. She earned a Juris Doctor degree from Temple University James E. Beasley School of Law in Philadelphia. During law school, Caitlin was a member of The Temple Political and Civil Rights Law Review. Ms. Harper clerked for the Honorable Amanda Cooperman of the Philadelphia County Court of Common Pleas. While in law school, Caitlin participated in the Temple University Elder Law Clinic where she represented elderly clients in a variety of matters including preparation of estate planning documents. Professional Caitlin is Of Counsel with Julian Gray Associates and assists clients in their Medicaid planning needs including negotiating with the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare and long term care facilities. Caitlin also provides counsel on a variety of Veterans benefits issues and in the area of general estate planning. She is a member of the Allegheny County Bar Association and the Pennsylvania Bar Association (Elder Law Section) and the Adult Day Care Services Committee through Valley Care Association located in Sewickley, PA. Caitlin is an author and lecturer for continuing legal education programs sponsored by the Pennsylvania Bar Institute. Ms. Harper has been recognized as a Pennsylvania Rising Star. Personal Caitlin resides in Moon Township with her husband and their two children. Awards and Honors Honors Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, 2020 - 2022 Pennsylvania Rising Star, 2011 - 2017 Phi Beta Kappa

Education

Legal Education

  • Temple University James E. Beasley School of Law, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 2004
  • J.D.
  • Law Review: The Temple Political and Civil Rights Law Review, Member, 2002 - 2004

Non Legal Education

  • The Pennsylvania State University, State College, Pennsylvania, 1999
  • B.S.
  • Honors: summa cum laude
  • Honors: Dean's List Every Semester During the 4 Years of Attendance
  • Honors: With Distinction
  • Major: Psychology

Current Employment Position(s)

  • Of Counsel

Classes and Seminars

  • Continuing Legal Education, Pennsylvania Bar Institute

Bar Admissions

  • Pennsylvania
  • U.S. District Court Western District of Pennsylvania
  • Specialties and Certifications
  • Certified Elder Law Attorney, National Elder Law Foundation

Other Affiliations

  • National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys PA Chapter (Member)
  • Pennsylvania Bar Association, Elder Law Section (Member)
  • Allegheny County Bar Association (Member)
  • Valley Care Association, Sewickley, PA, 2005 - Present (Member, Adult Day Care Services Committee)
  • Fraternities and Sororities
  • Phi Beta Kappa

Attorney Details

Full NameCaitlin E. Harper CELA
FirmJulian Gray Associates
Address954 Greentree Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15220
Phone412-458-6000
Phone412-458-6015
New Clients Currently accepting
Consultation Free initial consultation