Jackson Kelly PLLC – Pittsburgh, PA

A National Law Firm with a Legacy of Excellence

With a history dating back to 1822, Jackson Kelly PLLC is a nationally recognized, full-service law firm with a formidable presence in Pittsburgh and across the United States. As one of the 250 largest firms in the country, Jackson Kelly has built a legacy on providing sophisticated legal counsel and industry-specific insight to a diverse clientele. The firm’s attorneys are leaders in their fields, committed to a client-focused approach that combines the resources of a large, national practice with the personalized attention necessary to navigate complex legal challenges. They serve as strategic partners to businesses, financial institutions, government entities, and individuals, offering solutions-oriented representation designed to achieve client objectives efficiently and effectively.

Premier Counsel for Business, Corporate, and Financial Law

Jackson Kelly provides comprehensive legal services that cover the entire lifecycle of a business. Their attorneys are trusted advisors in both transactional matters and high-stakes litigation, with deep experience across a multitude of industries including energy, healthcare, manufacturing, and construction.

• Business and Corporate Law: Offering strategic guidance on entity formation, corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, and complex contractual agreements.
• Business Litigation Lawyers: Representing clients in a wide range of commercial disputes, class action defense, and complex litigation to protect their business interests.
• Finance and Banking: Advising financial institutions and borrowers on commercial lending, securities regulation, bankruptcy, and corporate restructuring.
• Tax Lawyers: Providing sophisticated tax planning, counsel on municipal and tax-exempt bonds, and representation in tax disputes.
• Real Estate and Construction: Handling all aspects of commercial real estate transactions, development, and construction law.

Leaders in Labor, Employment, and Workers’ Compensation

The firm has a nationally ranked practice dedicated to labor and employment law, representing management in a proactive and strategic manner. They help employers mitigate risk, ensure compliance, and defend against legal challenges.

• Employment and Labor Lawyers: Counseling on workplace policies, and defending employers in litigation involving claims of discrimination, harassment, and wrongful termination.
• Workers’ Compensation Lawyers: As a nationally recognized leader in this field, the firm provides a robust defense for employers and insurers in workers’ compensation matters.

Sophisticated Estate Planning and Wealth Management

Jackson Kelly also provides sophisticated planning services to help individuals, families, and business owners protect their assets and plan for the future. Their approach integrates financial goals with legal strategies to preserve wealth for future generations.

• Wills, Estate Planning and Probate Lawyers: Offering tailored estate and trust administration, business succession planning, and wealth management services to high-net-worth individuals and families.

A Tradition of Award-Winning Service

The excellence of Jackson Kelly is consistently recognized by leading legal publications. The firm is regularly ranked by U.S. News and World Report as a ‘Best Law Firm,’ and its attorneys are perennial selections to The Best Lawyers in America and Super Lawyers. This long-standing reputation for quality and integrity assures clients they are receiving the highest caliber of legal representation.