Associate Attorney

Zihmer Law Firm; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 PTO days

Matching 401k

Professional development support

Job summary

Zihmer Law Firm in Allegheny County, Pittsburgh, is seeking a highly detail-oriented Associate Attorney to join their collaborative team. The ideal candidate has a JD degree, an active bar license in Pennsylvania, and 2+ years in practicing law. This position offers opportunities for professional development and a salary ranging from $100,000 to $150,000 annually.

The firm focuses on estate planning and administration, valuing teamwork and excellence. Benefits include 15 PTO days, a matching 401k, and coverage for continuing legal education.

Qualifications

• 2+ years as an Associate Attorney, including client-facing experience.
• Commitment to accuracy in estate planning.
• Eager to support clients in securing their legacy.

Responsibilities

• Design comprehensive estate plans tailored to client goals.
• Meet with clients to discuss estate planning needs.
• Review probate documents and estate administration documents.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Adaptability

Strong work ethic

Education

JD degree

Active bar license in Pennsylvania

Tools

Monday.com

Excel

WealthCounsel

Job description

Salary: $100,000 - 150,000, Annually, Depending on Experience

We are a collaborative, system-driven law firm where teamwork, ownership, and excellence define our culture. At Zihmer Law, we bring together A-players who row in the same direction—working hard, supporting each other, and holding themselves to a high standard. This role is ideal for a driven attorney who wants to do high-level, meaningful work and takes pride in doing it exceptionally well. We value focus, efficiency, and effort; when you bring your best during the day, you're trusted to go home and be present with your family at night. We work as one team—no one is above anyone else, and everyone steps up to support each other and our clients. We pride ourselves on delivering estate planning and estate administration done right—because mistakes can have catastrophic consequences. Clients choose us for our fair fees, seamless process, and honest guidance.

We are seeking an adaptable and highly detail-oriented Associate Attorney who is either experienced in or highly interested in a career within trusts and estates. This candidate should be eager to support clients in securing their legacy and have a commitment to accuracy in all aspects of the role, while contributing to our high-performing team. To learn more, please visit our website: www.zihmerlaw.com.

• 15 PTO days + 10 firm-observed holidays
• A matching 401k, once eligible
• Bonus and origination opportunities
• Professional development: The firm pays for your bar license, membership to one bar association, and CLEs

Responsibilities

• Design comprehensive estate plans tailored to client goals and circumstances
• Review estate planning documents to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Meet with clients to discuss their estate planning needs and provide guidance
• Meet with clients regarding their estate administration matters
• Review probate documents, inheritance tax returns, family settlement agreements and other estate administration documents

Requirements

• A JD degree and an active bar license in Pennsylvania
• 2+ years as an Associate Attorney, including client-facing experience
• A superb work ethic with a go-getter personality
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to see the big picture and identify issues
• Highly adaptable to new firm systems, workflows, and a new area of law

Bonus Experience

• Familiarity with Monday.com, Excel, Lackner, and/or Lawmatics
• Experience using WealthCounsel for estate planning documents

Please note that this job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and is not representative of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

Zihmer Law is an equal opportunity employer. The position is located in the firm’s McMurray, Pennsylvania office. Relocation Assistance is not offered for this position. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.