About Laura
Laura Stone: Strategic Legal Counsel for Businesses and Municipalities
Laura Stone is a seasoned legal professional offering comprehensive strategic counsel to a diverse range of clients. With over four decades of experience, including extensive work within corporate, nonprofit, and municipal settings, Ms. Stone combines deep legal expertise with a commitment to understanding her clients' unique needs and objectives. Her focus on proactive planning, meticulous transaction management, and a dedication to achieving favorable outcomes makes her a trusted partner for businesses and governmental entities alike.
Specializing in business planning, acquisitions, real estate, and commercial transactions, Ms. Stone provides invaluable support to corporate clients. She also delivers vital legal services to municipal clients, particularly in the complex areas of land use planning and development matters. Her background as the long-standing Solicitor for the Borough of Sewickley Heights demonstrates her deep understanding of local government regulations and procedures, consistently representing the borough’s interests with diligence and expertise.
Ms. Stone's career spans a broad spectrum of legal disciplines, beginning with in-house counsel roles at Equimark Corporation, WQED Pittsburgh (where she served as General Counsel), and The Institute for Transfusion Medicine. These experiences honed her ability to navigate complex regulatory landscapes and provide strategic legal guidance across a variety of industries. Prior to these positions, she was a valued partner at two established Pittsburgh law firms, assisting clients with all aspects of corporate, nonprofit, and municipal law. Her time as Head of Lower School at Community Day School further underscores her exceptional organizational and leadership skills.
Education & Credentials
Ms. Stone’s commitment to excellence is reflected in her impressive academic background. She earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree with Distinction from The George Washington University in 1979, receiving a prestigious Board of Trustees Scholarship and becoming a member of Phi Beta Kappa. Her legal education culminated in graduating with Honors from The George Washington University National Law Center in 1982. Furthering her expertise, she obtained a Master of Science Degree in Education from Duquesne University in 2000.
Bar Admissions & Memberships
Ms. Stone is an active and respected member of the legal community, holding admission to practice law before the Supreme Court of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania. She is a member of the Allegheny County and Pennsylvania Bar Associations, demonstrating a thorough understanding of state and federal legal standards. Her current role as a past chair of the Board of Directors of Adagio Health highlights her leadership capabilities and commitment to impactful community service.
Recognition & Awards
Ms. Stone’s dedication to her profession has been consistently recognized, including being named recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2013 for her expertise in Corporate Law. This recognition is a testament to her skill, experience, and commitment to providing exceptional legal representation.
Practice Areas
Ms. Stone’s primary practice areas include:
- Corporate Law
- Business Planning
- Acquisitions
- Real Estate Transactions
- Commercial Transactions
- Land Use Planning
- Development Matters
- Municipal Law
Contact Information
Laura Stone serves clients in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and throughout the United States. She is dedicated to providing clear, strategic legal counsel and achieving successful outcomes for her clients.
