Business Details
Your Trusted Vermont Law Firm for Comprehensive Legal Solutions
Kohn Rath Law is a Vermont-based legal practice with over 135 years of combined experience across our team of dedicated attorneys. We specialize in providing personalized legal solutions for individuals and businesses, covering a wide range of practice areas including real estate, employment law, personal injury, and estate planning. Our firm prioritizes client-centered service, offering free initial consultations and leveraging deep local expertise to navigate complex legal challenges.With a legacy of advocacy and a commitment to ethical standards, we strive to deliver tailored representation that addresses the unique needs of each client. Our attorneys actively engage in professional communities, contributing to industry advancements while maintaining a focus on practical, results-driven legal counsel.
Services
Real Estate Law
Employment Law
Personal Injury
Business Law
Estate Planning
Workers Compensation
Land Use Law
Civil Litigation
Highlights and features
- We offer over 135 years of combined legal experience in Vermont-specific law.
- Our attorneys provide free initial phone consultations with no obligation.
- We specialize in complex real estate, employment, and personal injury cases.
- Our team includes past presidents of the Vermont Employment Lawyers Association.
- We maintain a client-focused approach with personalized legal strategies.
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent
What people say
Highly recommend
Compassion and kindness
Favorable outcome
Trusted source
Excellent service
Services
Real Estate Law
We handle residential and commercial real estate transactions, including title examination, zoning compliance, and land use disputes. Our attorneys represent buyers, sellers, and developers statewide, with expertise in Act 250 proceedings and environmental court litigation. With decades of experience in Vermont's unique regulatory landscape, we ensure smooth transactions and resolve complex property issues.
Employment Law
Our practice covers wrongful termination, workplace discrimination, and labor relations for employers and employees. We draft employment contracts, advise on compliance, and represent clients in litigation. Our team includes past leaders of Vermont's employment law associations, ensuring up-to-date expertise in state-specific employment regulations and dispute resolution.
Personal Injury
We advocate for clients injured in accidents, securing compensation for medical costs, lost wages, and pain. Our track record includes six- and seven-figure settlements, with experience negotiating with insurers and litigating complex cases. We specialize in traumatic injuries, workers' compensation, and long-term disability claims while maintaining a compassionate approach to client care.
Business Law
We assist businesses with formation, contracts, employment issues, and litigation. Services include entity selection, partnership agreements, and regulatory compliance. Our attorneys advise on mergers, acquisitions, and commercial disputes, combining transactional expertise with courtroom advocacy to protect business interests across Vermont's diverse industries.
Workers Compensation
We help injured workers obtain medical benefits, disability payments, and vocational rehabilitation. Our team challenges denied claims and ensures fair impairment ratings, leveraging deep knowledge of Vermont's workers' compensation system. With former committee chairs and experienced litigators, we maximize compensation while guiding clients through complex insurance processes.
People
Roger E. Kohn
Partner
AV Preeminent-rated attorney with expertise in real estate, employment law, and personal injury. Former president of Vermont Employment Lawyers Association and Chittenden County Bar Association. Admitted to multiple federal courts, with 40+ years of Vermont legal practice.
Anna Pierattini
Partner
Experienced attorney focusing on business law and real estate transactions. Active in Vermont's legal community with a commitment to client advocacy and transactional excellence.
David Rath
Pro Bono Emeritus
Veteran real estate and land use attorney with 35+ years of experience. Formerly represented banks in complex commercial transactions and served on municipal planning commissions.
Eileen Blackwood
Of Counsel
Skilled legal professional providing strategic counsel in business and real estate matters. Maintains focus on practical solutions for clients' legal challenges.
Michelle Chandler
Paralegal
Experienced real estate paralegal with 30+ years of closing support. Manages transactional documentation and client coordination for the firm's property law practice.
Questions
What areas of law does Kohn Rath Law specialize in?
We specialize in real estate law, employment law, personal injury, business law, estate planning, workers' compensation, and land use law across Vermont.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide free phone consultations with no obligation to discuss your legal needs.
How experienced is your legal team?
Our attorneys have over 135 combined years of Vermont legal experience, including former bar association leaders and specialized practitioners.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We serve clients statewide in Vermont, including Burlington, Chittenden County, and surrounding regions.
Can you handle complex real estate transactions?
Yes, we manage title examinations, zoning issues, Act 250 proceedings, and litigation in Vermont's environmental court.
How do you approach personal injury cases?
We focus on maximizing compensation through settlements or litigation, with experience in traumatic injuries and workers' compensation claims.
