Frank Herman Bole, Estate Planning Attorney in Wilmerding, Pennsylvania
Over 35 years of legal practice · focused on Estate Planning, Family Law, and Personal Injury
MemberatFrank H. Bole
Wilmerding, PA
Practicing estate planning in Wilmerding since 1991.
- 35+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Frank Herman Bole is a member based in Wilmerding, PA. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Family Law, and Personal Injury. Frank has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Frank H. Bole.
- Based in
- Wilmerding, PA
- Experience
- over 35 years
- Known for
- Estate Planning · Family Law · Personal Injury
- Handles Estate Planning, Family Law, and Personal Injury matters from Wilmerding, PA.
- Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Frank Herman Bole: Frank Herman Bole is a member based in Wilmerding, PA. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Family Law, and Personal Injury. Frank has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Frank H. Bole.
Areas of practice
Frank's practice areas in Wilmerding
Frank concentrates on estate planning, family law, personal injury, real estate, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Frank handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Estate Planning
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Family Law
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Personal Injury
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Real Estate
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Trusts
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Wills
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Estate Planning cases in Wilmerding, Pennsylvania
Frank takes estate planning matters in Wilmerding, 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 Frank agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in Wilmerding, Pennsylvania
Frank takes family law matters in Wilmerding, 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 Frank agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Wilmerding, Pennsylvania
Frank takes personal injury matters in Wilmerding, 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 Frank agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Wilmerding, Pennsylvania
Frank takes real estate matters in Wilmerding, 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 Frank agrees to represent you.
Trusts cases in Wilmerding, Pennsylvania
Frank takes trusts matters in Wilmerding, 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 Frank agrees to represent you.
Biography
Frank Herman Bole, estate planning attorney serving Wilmerding
Frank Herman Bole is a member based in Wilmerding, PA. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Family Law, and Personal Injury. Frank has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Frank H. Bole. Frank works from Wilmerding, Pennsylvania and takes on estate planning matters across the region.
Frank Herman Bole is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, wills, personal injury and 3 other areas of law. Frank received a B.S. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1973, and has been licensed for 35 years. Frank practices at Frank H. Bole in Wilmerding, PA.
Frank's approach to estate planning cases
Frank Herman Bole is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, wills, personal injury and 3 other areas of law. Frank received a B.S. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1973, and has been licensed for 35 years. Frank practices at Frank H. Bole in Wilmerding, PA.
The kind of cases Frank takes
Frank reviews new inquiries case-by-case for estate planning, family law, and personal injury matters in Wilmerding and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Frank studied and practices
Duquesne University
J.D. · 1991
Pennsylvania State University
B.S. · 1973
Jurisdictions
Frank's state bar admissions
Pennsylvania
1991 · ACTIVE
Frank studied at J.D. in Duquesne University and B.S. in Pennsylvania State University.
Law school and academic background
Frank completed J.D. in Duquesne University and B.S. in Pennsylvania State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Frank runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Frank's professional memberships and bar associations
Allegheny County, Westmoreland, Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations
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Locations
Frank Herman Bole's office in Wilmerding
Frank's primary office is at 200 Patton St., Wilmerding, PA, 15148. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Frank Herman Bole — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new estate planning attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Frank usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Frank charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Frank'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; Frank will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a estate planning attorney in Wilmerding, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many estate planning 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 Frank
Frank 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.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every estate planning 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. Frank confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Frank's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many estate planning practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Frank Herman Bole
How much does it cost to hire Frank for a estate planning case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Frank walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Frank offer a free consultation?
Frank charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Frank's office. Some estate planning attorneys offer free consults — check Frank'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. Frank gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Frank take my case if I'm outside Wilmerding?
Frank 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 — Frank 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 Frank?
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. Frank will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Frank accepting new estate planning clients right now?
Frank's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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