Estates & Trusts Attorney

Proxy Legal Staffing & Search Group has partnered with a Pittsburgh based firm to find an associate attorney!
Job Details:

• Full-time position
• Benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, 401K, and parking

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Advising clients on civil litigation matters
• Conducting thorough legal research and analysis 
• Drafting pleadings, discovery requests, and opinion letters
• Representing clients in litigation matters in state and federal court

Education and Experience: 

• Juris Doctorate Degree
• Licensed to Practice law in PA 
• 2+ year of litigation experience

Proxy Legal Staffing & Search Group has partnered with a respected law firm to find an Estates & Trusts Attorney to join its growing team!

Position Overview

The ideal candidate will have experience handling estate planning, estate administration, and trust matters. This is an opportunity to work closely with clients and attorneys while providing thoughtful legal guidance and developing long-term professional relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and other estate planning documents.
• Advise clients on estate planning, wealth preservation, and asset distribution.
• Assist with estate and trust administration, including probate proceedings.
• Conduct legal research and draft correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents.
• Communicate with clients, beneficiaries, financial professionals, and other parties.
• Collaborate with attorneys and support staff to deliver high-quality legal services.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Pennsylvania Bar
• Experience in estates, trusts, estate planning, or probate law.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and client service abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and work independently.

Proxy Legal Staffing & Search Group is partnering with a leading energy company to find an experienced Senior Oil & Gas Title Attorney. This position supports land acquisitions, title analysis, and ownership matters throughout Pennsylvania and West Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Review title opinions, abstracts, leases, deeds, and oil and gas agreements to determine ownership and identify title risks.
• Develop title curative and mitigation recommendations and coordinate resolutions.
• Support land acquisitions, including drafting and reviewing leases, deeds, amendments, ratifications, and pooling declarations.
• Approve title for payment on lease and fee acquisitions.
• Review heirship documents and calculate Net Revenue Interest (NRI) and Working Interest (WI).
• Support Division Orders with title and ownership information for royalty distribution.
• Draft legal memoranda and collaborate with internal Legal teams and outside counsel on title issues and litigation.
• Conduct due diligence for land transactions and support special projects.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold professional standards.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active Pennsylvania or West Virginia Bar membership in good standing.
• 5 + years of oil and gas title experience, including abstracting, title opinion review or drafting, and title curative resolution.
• Strong knowledge of Pennsylvania and West Virginia oil and gas title law and laws of descent and distribution.

Proxy Legal Staffing & Search Group has partnered with a regional firm to find an attorney! The ideal candidate will have experience handling a diverse caseload of general liability matters and be comfortable managing cases.

Responsibilities:

• Manage general liability cases from inception through resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and other legal documents
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategy
• Take and defend depositions
• Attend court hearings, mediations, and settlement conferences
• Prepare cases for trial, including witness and exhibit preparation
• Communicate with clients, insurance carriers, experts, and opposing counsel
• Maintain case files, billing, and litigation deadlines

Qualifications:

• J.D. and active Pennsylvania bar admission
• 2+ years of litigation or insurance defense experience
• Strong legal research, writing, and communication skills
• Experience managing a litigation caseload independently
• Trial experience is a plus

Proxy Legal Staffing & Search Group is partnering with a mid-sized Pittsburgh firm to find an experienced litigation attorney in the Pittsburgh area!

Job Details:

• Full-time position

• 4+ years of experience

• Must be barred in PA 
• Prior Litigation Experience is Required
• Prior Product Liability Experience is a plus

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Court appearances

• responsibilities will include depositions, writing motions & briefs

• Heavy litigation focused role

Education and Experience: 

• Juris Doctorate Degree

• Licensed to Practice law in the State of PA

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Proxy Legal Staffing & Search Group has partnered with a growing firm to find a Title Attorney for a remote contract position. This is a remote contract role. Pay rate: $ 40 + DOE

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze title abstracts, title opinions, deeds, leases, and related real estate documents.
• Examine chain of title and identify ownership interests, encumbrances, and title defects.
• Prepare and/or review title opinions and ownership reports.
• Interpret legal descriptions and property records.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to project managers and clients.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable state laws and project requirements.
• Meet established production and quality standards.

Required Skills

• Licensed attorney with at least 3 years of relevant experience
• Strong title review and conveyancing judgment
• Ability to evaluate risks and communicate findings clearly
• Detail oriented with dependable turnaround for time sensitive work

Nice to Have Skills

• Experience with abstracting or title abstraction workflows
• Familiarity with remote case documentation and collaboration

Education and Experience

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• 3+ years of title related legal experience

Proxy Legal Staffing & Search Group has partnered with a reputable Pittsburgh-area law firm to identify a Litigation Associate with 1–4 years of experience to join its growing practice north of the city. This is a full-time, in-office opportunity offering strong mentorship, hands-on litigation experience, and long-term growth potential.

Responsibilities:

• Manage litigation matters from inception through resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, and legal correspondence
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda
• Attend court appearances, depositions, mediations, and client meetings
• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
• Assist with trial preparation and strategy
• Maintain organized case files and meet litigation deadlines

Qualifications:

• 1–4 years of litigation experience preferred
• Pennsylvania Bar admission required
• Strong writing, research, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with civil litigation matters preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Motivated, detail-oriented, and team-focused professional