Associate Attorney Business Law, Municipal Law & Estate Planning

We are looking for an Associate Attorney with 0-15 years (leaning on the more junior end of this range) of experience to join a welcoming, full-service law firm in Johnstown, PA. This is an opportunity for someone with ties to the area (or looking to return) who wants hands-on experience across multiple practice areas, a manageable 1,200 billable hour requirement, and a strong sense of community and work-life balance.

What will you be doing?

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  Handling business, municipal, and estate planning matters across the firm's practice areas

  
  


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  Appearing in court and gaining early, hands-on litigation experience

  
  


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  Meeting with clients, drafting legal documents, and managing your own files

  
  


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  Supporting senior partners (many in their 50s-80s) who need additional capacity

  
  


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  Working across 20+ practice areas including townships, water/sewer authorities, and corporate matters

  
  

Key Requirements

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  Licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania (or preparing to sit for the PA Bar)

  
  


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  Interest or coursework in business law, municipal law, or estate planning

  
  


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  Willingness to work fully in-person in Johnstown, PA (ties to the area or desire to relocate strongly preferred)

  
  


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  Strong organizational skills with ability to work independently and transition between practice areas

  
  


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  Strong analytical, writing, research, and communication skills