Associate Attorney (3–5 Years)

Our Murrysville-based law firm is seeking an Attorney with 3–5 years of substantive, verifiable experience to join our transaction-heavy practice. We don't just process files — we deliver peace of mind through sophisticated commercial and residential real estate, estate planning, and business services.

We are looking for a candidate who can demonstrate — not just claim — real competency. You should be able to walk into a client meeting on day one, identify the legal issues, and execute the work product with minimal hand-holding. If your experience has been largely observational or limited to research and memo-writing, this is not the right fit.

The Opportunity

This isn't a "back-office" role. You will be a visible face of the firm, managing client relationships from consultation to closing. For the right candidate, this is a clear track to a Partner role within a dynamic, tech-forward environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Counsel: Lead consultations for estate planning, administration, and business services, tailoring legal strategies to diverse client needs.
• Precision Drafting: Independently produce high-quality wills, trusts, powers of attorney, deeds, business formation documents, and real estate transaction documents. We expect work product that is client-ready with minimal revision.
• Real Estate Transactions: Manage residential and commercial closings, including title review, document preparation, and settlement. Experience with SoftPro is a plus.
• Estate Administration: Guide personal representatives through the probate process, including preparation of Orphans' Court filings, inheritance tax returns, and accountings. Experience with Lackner is a plus.
• Business Formation & Transactions: Draft and review operating agreements, articles of incorporation/organization, buy-sell agreements, and related transactional documents. Experience with PA business entity filings is a plus.
• Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify legal hurdles and provide preventative advice to safeguard client assets and legacies.
• Business Development: Actively market yourself and the firm to grow your personal book of business and firm-wide originations.

Required Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-approved law school and active license to practice law in Pennsylvania. Must be in good standing with the PA Disciplinary Board.
• Minimum 3 years of direct, substantive experience in estate planning, real estate, and/or business law. Candidates must be able to describe specific matters they have handled, the types of documents they have drafted, and the outcomes they have achieved.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage client matters from intake through completion. We will ask you to describe your role on specific engagements — not your firm's role, but yours.
• Proficiency in Pennsylvania-specific practice, including familiarity with Title 20 (Probate, Estates, and Fiduciaries Code), the PA Rules of Professional Conduct, Orphans' Court procedures, and real estate settlement practices.
• Strong analytical and drafting skills. Attention to detail is non-negotiable. Errors in legal documents create liability for clients and the firm — we need someone who catches issues before they leave the office.
• Professional demeanor with the ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly and empathetically to clients.

Preferred Qualifications

• PA Title Insurance Agent license and/or Notary commission.
• Experience with Lackner (estate administration), SoftPro (real estate settlements), and/or Office 365 in a legal practice setting.
• Experience with business formation and transactional work, including entity structuring, commercial contracts, or buy-sell agreements.
• Existing professional network or book of business in Western Pennsylvania.
• Familiarity with local practice in Westmoreland, Allegheny, or surrounding counties.

Why Join Us?

• Location: Enjoy a sophisticated practice without the Downtown Pittsburgh commute.
• Culture: A collaborative, professional, and tech-adept environment that values meticulous work and ethical standards.
• Compensation: Competitive salary commensurate with verified experience, plus rewards for originations. We value the business you bring in as much as the work you put out.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; 401(k) with matching; Paid Time Off; Professional Development assistance.

Please note: References will be contacted and experience will be thoroughly verified during the hiring process. We will ask for writing samples and may ask you to complete a practical exercise relevant to the position. We are looking for a candidate whose skills and background are a genuine match for the demands of this role.

Individual applicants only; no recruiters, please.

How to Apply

Submit your resume, cover letter, a recent writing sample, and two professional references to [email protected]. Please include "Associate Attorney" in your subject line.

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