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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” 2024 rankings. With 85+ attorneys and affiliates in Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, New York City, Cleveland and Beaver, Pennsylvania, 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. To learn more about us, please visit our website at https://www.tuckerlaw.com/.
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are seeking an Associate to join the Municipal & School practice group in our Pittsburgh office. The Associate will work closely with Shareholders and Associates on the full spectrum of public sector clients. Some of the key anticipated responsibilities are listed below:
· Perform thorough legal research, identifying necessary information to support senior counsel and clients.
· Advise clients on the Right-to-Know Law, the Sunshine Act, the Ethics Act, and other laws that govern the conduct of public bodies.
· Represent clients in zoning matters including variances, special exceptions, and conditional uses.
· Support clients in code and ordinance drafting and enforcement.
· Draft documents for collective bargaining, arbitration, and public sector labor practices.
· Counsel clients on public bidding and contracting and prepare and analyze client agreements.
· Provide legal assistance with real estate and eminent domain proceedings.
· Attend school district, municipal, and public board meetings, and hearings.
· Conduct research and advise on local tax issues.
· Prepare materials and appear in court on issues involving public sector clients.
· Advise on First Amendment student rights and special education matters.
· Advise clients on student and special education issues.
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
· Degree from an accredited law school
· 2-4 years’ experience with public sector clients
· 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 with iManage document management system
· Experience filing court documents, electronically preferred
· Demonstrated experience in special education and public sector labor
WORK ENVIRONMENT | PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to:
Travel to places of business including office, courthouses, client locations, and other offices to conduct business. Will perform sedentary work exerting up to fifty (50) pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects including files. Must see, hear, talk, and perform tasks requiring manual dexterity, kneeling, standing, walking, stooping, reaching, and other similar tasks requiring physical activity. Will operate a computer, fax, copier, telephone, and other general office equipment. Work is generally performed in a temperature-controlled office environment.
WHAT TUCKER ARENSBERG WILL DO FOR YOU
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
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