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About Maureen Kroll |
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My Commitment to You
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 As a Westmoreland County attorney
and a lifelong resident, I take special pride offering legal services to my
community. Part of being a good lawyer is being a good
listener. And, I believe that listening to the needs of my clients, as well
as the needs of the community, is key to providing quality legal services.
That is why my office is set up
to serve your needs, not the needs of big corporations or government
agencies. I help ordinary people, every day with problems that
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Accidents and Personal Injury
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Social Security Disability
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Divorce Law and Child Custody
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Personal Bankruptcy
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Wills and Estates
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Elder Law
From parents needing help with adoption to small
businesses dealing with the complications of incorporation, my office
provides a thorough complement of legal services to Westmoreland County,
including to the communities of
Greensburg, Irwin, Jeannette,
Ligonier, Mt. Pleasant, North Huntingdon, Latrobe, and Scottdale.
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Please call Maureen Kroll today at 724-863-6770 for the help
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As a former nurse educator, I understand the importance of providing clear,
concise information. An informed choice is a good choice. Therefore, I
provide selected lecture programs at no fee for community groups, churches,
and schools. For the business sector, I am available at competitive rates
for inservices and staff training.
I also offer complimentary 15 minute
phone consultations. No matter the legal services you need, whether it
involves Social Security Disability, Divorce Law, Personal Bankruptcy, Wills
and Estates, Elder Law, or one of our other legal
services, call my office at 724-863-6770 for your free 15 minute
consultation.
Unique Qualifications
My unique qualifications include a background as a Registered Nurse and
former Nurse Educator, making my practice an ideal choice in matters of
medical malpractice and personal injury. It pays to call an attorney with a
medical background.
No matter what service you choose, I assure you that you will be treated
with the utmost in professionalism and respect. I take my responsibility as
your counsel very seriously and will strive to provide you with the best
service possible.
Licensed to Practice law in
Martindale-Hubbell BV Rating
In April of 2003, Maureen Kroll was awarded a BV r\rating by
Martindale-Hubbell. The text of the letter of award reads as follows:
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Congratulations. I am pleased to inform you that, as a result of an
extensive and confidential peer review by members of your Bar, you have been
awarded a BV rating in Martindale-Hubbell.
The BV rating, which identifies a lawyer with high to very high legal
ability, is a definite reflection of your exemplary professional expertise,
experience, and stature. Our ratings, established by attorneys for
attorneys, clearly indicate you demonstrate the highest professional and
ethical standards.
Ratings are an integral part of Martindale-Hubble’s service to the legal
community and have, for over 100 years, served to complement an attorney’s
professional profile. To ensure its continued validity, periodic
reevaluations are undertaken.
You now join a select group of attorneys who have been recognized for their
legal expertise and professional stature. Your rating will be included in
the Martindale-Hubble Lawyer locator at www.martindale.com, on the Lexis/Nexis
service, on CD-ROM and in print in the Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory.
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions regarding
your rating or any other aspect of the Martindle-Hubble law Rating Services.
Congratulations again on this significant achievement within the profession.
Our best wishes for your continued success.
Sincerely,
Martindale-Hubble
Barbara Dooley Dee Vincentsen
Senior Ratings Consultant Senior Ratings Consultant |
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Education
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University of Pittsburgh School of Law, Pittsburgh, PA |
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Juris Doctor Degree – May 1990 |
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- Completed J.D. in Flex Program while maintaining full-time employment.
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University of Pittsburgh School of Graduate Studies, Pittsburgh, PA |
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M.N. in Nursing – April 1980 |
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- Selected as University Scholar
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University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA |
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B.S.N. in Nursing – April 1976 |
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- Graduated Summa Cum Laude
- Member, Sigma Theta Tau National Nursing Honor Fraternity.
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Legal Experience
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August 2000 to the Present |
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President of a professional corporation for the practice of Law.
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Licensed to practice Law in the State of Pennsylvania and the State of
Florida.
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Admitted to practice in the Supreme Court of the State of Pennsylvania.
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Admitted to practice in the United States District Court
of Western District of
Pennsylvania.
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Admitted to practice in the Supreme Court of the State of Florida.
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June 1991 to August 2000 |
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- Sole Practitioner, General Practice of Law.
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January 1994 to January 1995 |
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- Part-time attorney in Domestic Relations.
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November 1991 to the Present |
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May 1989 to August 1989 |
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Judge John Blahovec. Westmoreland Court of
Common Pleas, Greensburg, PA. Law Clerk. Performed legal research. Wrote memoranda and drafted
briefs.
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Laurel Legal Services, Greensburg, PA. Legal Intern. Interviewed clients
and assisted in preparing documents related to family law, bankruptcies, and
other civil matters.
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- Licensed title agent in Pennsylvania d/b/a MKM Settlement
Services, which is a real estate settlement company conducting title
searches and real estate closings.
- Notary Public.
- Certified as a Woman in Business Enterprise..
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Nursing Experience
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May 1976 to November 1990 |
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Monsour Medical Center, Jeannette, PA |
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Assistant Administrator/Director of Nursing, 8/79 – 11/89
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Head Nurse, Medical ICU, Coronary ICU, and Transitional
ICU, 8/78 – 8/79
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Assistant Head Nurse, Intensive Care Units, 8/77 – 8/78
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Staff Nurse, Intensive Care Units, 10/76 – 8/77
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Staff Nurse (Floater), 5/76 – 10/76
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Administered patient care in 243-bed community hospital. Directed
hospital-wide education and managed 350 nursing personnel in all nursing
units including surgical and emergency services and anesthesia.
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Member of Utilization Review/Quality Assurance/Medical Records/Risk
Management Committee, Nursing Management Committee, Medical Education
Committee, Infection Control Committee, Pharmacy & Therapeutic Committee,
and Institutional Planning Committee.
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Part-time Nursing Instructor for Westmoreland County
Community College RN Evening/Weekend Program, created while Director of Nursing.
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Director of Nursing, American Geriatric Association (subsidiary of Monsour
Medical Center). The American Geriatric Association administered
delivery of home health care services.
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Co-Found, Key Care Home Health Agency (subsidiary of
Mounsour Medical Center), 1983. Key Care now makes 350 patient visits/week.
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Organized and conducted numerous Health Fairs, Health Screening Programs,
and Community Education Programs.
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On-site Surveyor for two hospitals in New Jersey for Hospital Affiliates
International Quality Control Program.
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Founded C.H.A.T. (Community Health Awareness Team); Chairman 1979-1990.
Organized and conducted community education programs and Annual Health Fair.
Personally delivered health promotion talks to over 500 community and
professional organizations.
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Community Service
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Westmoreland County Community College |
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- Past Member Lay Advisory Committee for Lifelong Learning Center.
- Past Chairman of the Westmoreland County Bar Association Speaker’s
Bureau.
- Lay Advisory Committee for R.N. Associate Degree and Licensed
Practical Nurse Program.
- Member of WCCC Lifelong Learning Center for Older Adults Advisory
Committee.
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Norwin Industrial Development Corporation |
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- Member, Board of Directors.
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American Cancer Society, Westmoreland Unit |
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- Westmoreland Unit, Board of Directors, 1978-1990.
- Crusade Committee, 1978.
- Program Chairman, Nurse of Hope Committee, 1977.
- Assistant Coordinator, Miss Hope Program, 1977-1980.
- Coordinator Miss Hope Program, 1978, 1980-1985.
- Auxiliary Secretary, 1978.
- Public Relations Committee, 1981-1982.
- Chairman, Professional Education Committee, 1985-1986.
- Youth Advisory Committee, 1978.
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American Heart Association, Westmoreland County
Chapter |
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- Board of Directors, 1978-1982
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University of Pittsburgh School of Social Work |
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- Field Instructor, 1983-1987
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California University of Pennsylvania |
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- Leadership Course Preceptor, 1989
- Field Instructor, School of Social Work, 1990
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Westmoreland County Community College |
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- Participant in the Paralegal Internship Progam
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Monsour Medical Center Auxiliary |
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Laurel Legal Services, Inc. |
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Boy Scout Medical Explorers Post |
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Jeannette Soccer Club |
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Jeannette Varsity Football and Cheerleaders
Parents Club |
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Pro Bono Attorney of the Year Award |
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Publications by Maureen Kroll, RN, MN, JD
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“The C.H.A.T. Program,” American Journal of Nursing, August 1982.
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“Stress in the Workplace,” Nursing Success Today, Vol. 2, No. 9, September
1985.
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“Stress Management for Children,” Early Child Development and Care, August
1986.
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“Crash Cart Organization,” R.N. Magazine, August 1985.
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“A Patient-Centered Nursing Care Plan,” Today’s O.R. Nurse, August 1988.
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“C.H.A.T.: The Community Health Awareness Team,” Health Care Supervisor,
April 1990.
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“A Nurse-Physician Relationship Assessment Tool,” Nursing Management,
Spring 1990.
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“Bringing Together Nursing and Law: A Fitting Combination in Today’s
Health Care Environment,” Health Care Manager, September 1999.
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“What Were You Thinking? Charting Rules to Keep You
Legally Safe,” Journal of Gerontological Nursing, Vol. 29, No. 3, March 2003
Read Articles by Maureen
Kroll.
Presentations by Maureen Kroll, RN, MN, JD
Presented numerous nursing, legal in-services, and education programs for
all age groups in the lay and business community.
Topics
include accidents and personal injury, social security disability, child
custody, divorce law, personal bankruptcy, wills and estates, elder law, and
more.
Learn more about Maureen Kroll's
programs.
Editorial Positions
Current Teaching Position
Memberships/Professional Organizations
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Pennsylvania Bar Association
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Westmoreland County Bar Association
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Florida Bar Association
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Supreme Court of the United States
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FBI Citizen's Academy
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National Register's Who's Who in Executives and
Professionals
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WBE Certification (Women in Business Enterprise)
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Journal of Gerontological Nursing Editorial Board
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Notary Public
Areas of
Concentration
Service Area:
Attorney Maureen Kroll provides
services in Westmoreland County, PA, including the communities of
Greensburg, Irwin, Jeannette, Ligonier, Mt. Pleasant, North Huntingdon,
Latrobe, and Scottdale. If you are in need of an injury attorney,
help with Social Security Disability, a divorce lawyer with experience
in child custody, or help filing bankruptcy, please
contact Attorney Maureen Kroll today.
Maureen's areas of concentration also include wills and estates and
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