Frank A. Petrich
Elder Law Offices of Frank A. Petrich • Pittsburgh, PA
Elder LawEstate PlanningHealthcarePersonal InjuryProbate
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Contact
Email
frank@elderlawfl.com
Phone
(412) 801-7350
Address
304 Arden Rd., Pittsburgh, PA, 15216-1422, US
Professional
About
Frank A. Petrich is a distinguished elder law attorney based in Pittsburgh, PA, and the founding principal of the Elder Law Offices of Frank A. Petrich. Recognized as the first attorney certified in Elder Law in Western Pennsylvania by the National Elder Law Foundation in 1999, Frank brings over two decades of specialized experience in estate planning, healthcare law, personal injury, and probate matters. With a Bachelor’s degree in Economics and a Master’s in Healthcare Administration from the University of Pittsburgh, Frank's educational background is complemented by practical experience in health law. He earned his Juris Doctor from Duquesne University while serving as Assistant Executive Director at West Penn Hospital, where he also held the position of in-house counsel. His career trajectory includes significant leadership roles, including President and CEO of a 600-bed hospital that encompassed a nursing home and psychiatric facility. Frank is deeply committed to the Pittsburgh community, actively participating in various organizations. He has served as Chair of the Elder Law Committee of the Allegheny County Bar Association and is a Council member of the Probate and Trust Section. His community involvement extends to leadership positions in the Mt. Lebanon Area Chamber of Commerce and the American Association of Individual Investors, alongside his roles on the Advisory Council for the Allegheny County Area Agency on Aging and the Board of the Baptist Homes Society. With his extensive knowledge and dedication to elder law, Frank A. Petrich continues to be a trusted advocate for individuals and families in navigating complex legal matters related to aging and estate planning.
About Elder Law
Elder law attorneys help seniors and their families with legal matters affecting older adults including estate planning, long-term care, and benefits. Common matters include medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, estate planning.
Credentials
Education
1975 Duquesne University JD - Juris Doctor 1969 University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh M.S. 1964 University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh B.S.
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2009 Department of Veterans Affairs, VA Accredited Attorney 1999 Certified Elder Law Attorney, National Elder Law Foundation 1999 Certified Financial Planner, Certified Financial Planning Board of Standards N/A PA Super Lawyer in Elder Law - 2006-2012, Philadelphia Magazine N/A Inclusion for Elder Law - 2006-2012, Best Lawyers in America Magazine
Publications
2012 Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Monthly Elder Law Column 2006 Today's Attorney - Allegheny County Bar Assoc. Deficit Reduction Act '05
Associations
Estate Planning Council of Pittsburgh Member Financial Planning Association Member National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys Member Pennsylvania Bar Association Member Allegheny County Bar Association Member
Speaking
2011 WQED (PBS) Television Panel Discussion End of Life: Discussions on Dying & Dignity 2010 University of Pittsburgh Medical Center-Internal Medicine Residents Medical Assistance 2010 13th Annual Elder Law Institute Medicaid 101 2009 PA Bar Institute Retirement Planning 2007 PA Bar Institute Saving Assets Post DRA
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Updated: Jun 04, 2026