Atty. Thomas M. Butz

Atty. Thomas M. Butz

Thomas M. Butz is a lawyer practicing estate planning, estate administration, trust administration and 1 other area of law.

Canonsburg Canonsburg 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas M. Butz at a glance

Thomas M. Butz is a Member based in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, practicing at Smith Butz, LLC. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, and tax. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1983) and West Virginia (2010). Educated at Ohio Northern University (J.D., 1983) and University of Pittsburgh (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Canonsburg, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Thomas M. Butz is a lawyer practicing estate planning, estate administration, trust administration and 1 other area of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from University of Pittsburgh in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Thomas practices at Smith Butz, LLC in Canonsburg, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas M. Butz's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas M. Butz handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Thomas M. Butz is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Canonsburg are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas M. Butz

Where is Thomas M. Butz's law office located?
Thomas M. Butz's law practice is located in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania. The firm is Smith Butz, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas M. Butz handle?
Thomas M. Butz focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Thomas M. Butz practiced law?
Thomas M. Butz has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Thomas M. Butz go to law school?
Thomas M. Butz earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Thomas M. Butz for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas M. Butz received?
Thomas M. Butz's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Ohio Northern University
- 1983
B.A.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1979

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1983
West Virginia
Admitted: 2010

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