Planning for the future is one of the most important gifts you can give your family. In a city as dynamic as Pittsburgh, where families may own homes, run small businesses, manage retirement accounts, or inherit assets from prior generations, having a clear, customized estate plan is essential. Mette Attorneys at Law helps individuals and families throughout the Pittsburgh area create practical, thoughtful plans that protect assets, honor personal wishes, and reduce stress for loved ones.

Personalized Estate Planning for Pittsburgh Families

No two families look the same, and your estate plan shouldn’t either. We take the time to understand your goals, finances, family dynamics, and concerns before recommending strategies. Depending on your needs, your Pittsburgh estate plan may include:

• Last Will
• Revocable and Irrevocable Trusts
• Financial and Health Care Powers of Attorney
• Living Wills and Advance Directives
• Beneficiary designations and asset-titling strategies
• Business succession planning for closely held companies

Our goal is to help you preserve what you’ve built and ensure a smooth transition to the next generation.

Planning for Children, Aging Parents, and Vulnerable Loved Ones

Many Pittsburgh residents care for both children and aging parents simultaneously. Our attorneys address issues that affect multiple generations, including:

• Naming guardians for minor children
• Creating trusts to manage funds for young or financially inexperienced beneficiaries
• Planning for adult children with disabilities through special needs trusts
• Coordinating life insurance, retirement accounts, and trusts to support family members responsibly

We understand how sensitive these decisions can be and provide clear explanations so you can make informed choices with confidence.

Elder Law, Long-Term Care, and Medicaid Strategy

As loved ones age, questions about long-term care, nursing homes, and paying for medical needs become urgent. Our Pittsburgh elder law and estate planning team can help with:

• Long-term care planning and asset protection strategies
• Evaluating potential Medicaid eligibility and spend-down options
• Preparing powers of attorney and health care directives to avoid guardianship proceedings
• Coordinating care and financial management for an incapacitated spouse or parent

We focus on preserving dignity and autonomy while protecting family resources to the extent permitted by law.

Guardianships and Special Needs Planning in Pittsburgh

When an adult cannot manage personal or financial affairs, or when a child with disabilities reaches adulthood, a formal guardianship may be necessary. We guide families through:

• Petitioning the Allegheny County courts for guardianship
• Understanding the rights, duties, and reporting obligations of guardians
• Establishing and funding special needs trusts so loved ones with disabilities can benefit from family support without losing vital public benefits.

Estates & Trusts Attorneys

Ronald L. Finck
Aaron D. Martin
John B. Zonarich
Gladys E. Balcarcel
Abby M. Zonarich
Adam J. Cohen
Jennifer M. Merx
Elizabeth B. Place
Hannah White-Gibson
Harvey Abramson
David H. Judy
Kathy B. Murren
John R. Zonarich

Geographic Regions Served

Harrisburg - Lancaster - York - Philadelphia - Pittsburgh - State College - Altoona - New Jersey

Talk with a Pittsburgh Estate Planning Lawyer Today

Whether you’re creating your first will, updating a plan, or facing questions about aging parents or a family member with special needs, Mette Law is here to help. Contact us today to schedule a consultation. We’ll listen to your goals, explain your options in plain language, and build a plan designed to protect the people and property that matter most.