Attorney

Job Description Job Description ABOUT OUR FIRM Tucker Arensberg, P.C., is a mid-sized, full-service law firm that has been ranked among the Best Law Firms in the country, according to the Best Lawyers® "Best Law Firms" 2026 rankings. With attorneys and affiliates in Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, and Beaver, Pennsylvania, New York City, Cleveland, Ohio, Charleston, West Virginia, and the San Francisco Bay area*, the firm has served the needs of businesses and individuals since 1900. In every engagement we undertake, we are driven as advocates, counselors, and partners to help our clients through whatever legal issues they may face. We are ranked as the 10th largest law firm in Pittsburgh according to the 2025-2026 Pittsburgh Business Times Book of Lists. POSITION OBJECTIVE We are seeking an attorney to join the Estates & Trusts practice group in our Pittsburgh office. The attorney will work closely with our practice group on all facets of estate planning, business succession planning, and the administration of estates and trusts. Some of the key responsibilities are listed below: Draft estate planning documents including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and other estate and succession plan documents. Incorporate estate tax planning strategies including irrevocable and revocable trusts, wills, Spousal Lifetime Access Trusts (SLATs) and Grantor Retained Annuity Trusts (GRATs). Provide analysis and counsel to clients on legal and tax issues relating to estate planning and administration. Perform thorough legal research, identifying necessary information to navigate and guard against legal risks facing the client. Provide support for disputes involving fiduciary responsibility, estates and trusts, and other family matters. Prepare inheritance tax returns as well as federal estate and gift tax returns. Please note that we champion the development of all roles. This job description is not designed to contain comprehensive listing of all responsibilities, as they may change to meet the ongoing needs of clients and the firm. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS License to practice law in Pennsylvania 4+ years' experience in estates and trusts law Significant experience drafting estate planning documents Experience with direct client contact Excellent communication skills Solid writing and editing skills with a focus on developing thoughtful and persuasive messaging Ability to work in and adapt to a fast-paced work environment Strong organizational, time management, and project management mindset Commitment to professionalism, cooperation, and teamwork A strong drive to provide proactive, client-focused legal services BENEFICIAL QUALIFICATIONS Experience in business and entity formation and governance Experience with asset transfers, trust funding, and related documentation as part of effectuating an estate plan Experience with iManage document management system Experience filing court documents, electronically preferred Active Notary license ATTRIBUTES OF SUCCESS Analytical Detail Oriented Social Perceptiveness Adaptability Resourceful Independently Motivated Communication Skills Critical Thinking Interpersonal Skills Organization WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of the job, the employee must be able to: Travel about 10% of the day to inside or outside worksites beyond the corporate office, representing Tucker Arensberg, P.C. Will perform sedentary work exerting up to ten (10) pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move object. Must see, hear, talk, and perform tasks requiring manual dexterity; kneeling, standing, walking, crouching, stooping, reaching, and other similar tasks requiring physical activity. Will operate a computer, fax, copier, and telephone. Work is generally performed in a temperature-controlled office environment. REGULAR SCHEDULE This is a salaried full-time position with a regular schedule of Monday through Friday work hours. Extended hours may be needed on occasion to complete company objectives. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM OUR FIRM Tucker Arensberg continually strives to develop its talent internally. The firm fosters the growth of its associates and encourages ongoing writing, speaking, publishing, and other professional and business development opportunities. The associate will be assigned a mentor through our mentorship program, an individual marketing budget for business development efforts, along with structured guidance and direction for how to develop their own practice. In addition to a rewarding career and competitive compensation and bonus opportunities, Tucker will provide access to company benefit plans including: Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for individuals and family Company paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability plans Flexible Spending Account Profit Sharing 401k Plan Paid Time Off and Holidays Lateral Attorney Referral Program Tuition Assistance Marketing Resources and Assistance Personal mentor to provide guidance and advice to develop your practice LEARN MORE ABOUT ATTORNEY LIFE Lateral Attorneys - Tucker Arensberg, P.C. (tuckerlaw.com) Associate Life - Tucker Arensberg, P.C. (tuckerlaw.com) APPLY TO ANY OF OUR OPPORTUNITIES ONLINE: Career Opportunities - Tucker Arensberg, P.C. (tuckerlaw.com) Tucker Arensberg, P.C. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Tucker Arensberg, P.C., is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic predisposition, or carrier status, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable, federal, state, and local law. * as Tucker Arensberg, L.L.P.