Mid-Level Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Mid-Level Associate Attorney in Pittsburgh, PA to conduct diligence on employee benefit and executive compensation plans and agreements within transactional contexts, advising clients on material red flags and drafting due diligence reports.

Duties

• Conduct diligence on employee benefit and executive compensation plans.
• Advise clients on material red flags in transactions.
• Draft due diligence reports and related legal documents.
• Assist in drafting and implementing incentive programs.
• Evaluate and administer retirement and health plans.
• Prepare IRS filings and corrective filings under government programs.
• Advise on legal developments related to retirement and health plans.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor or equivalent.
• Two years of experience in drafting legal documents related to employee benefits.
• Admitted to practice law in Pennsylvania.

Education

• Juris Doctor or equivalent.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice law in Pennsylvania.

Skills

• Proficiency in drafting legal documents and due diligence reports.
• Strong advisory skills on employee benefits and executive compensation.
• Ability to evaluate and administer retirement and health plans.

Benefits

• Telecommuting and/or working from home may be permissible.

Commitment, value, excellence, and professional development draw associates to this AmLaw100 firm. This firm has been ranked regionally and nationwide for its vast array of varied practice groups, particularly its corporate practice. Associates are drawn to the collaborative effort at this firm, describing their colleagues as ?patient and willing to teach.? Additionally, the efforts the firm makes to develop careers is appealing to attorneys at this firm. The firm puts emphasis on its diversity, as well as its pro bono requirement hours. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.