Biography
Growing up, John watched his father Bob build a law practice rooted in trust and personal relationships. That experience shaped how he approaches his own work, every client is a family he's helping protect, not a file to process. Whether he's sitting with a couple drafting their first estate plan, walking a new business owner through their formation documents, or guiding a family through a real estate closing, John's goal is the same: make the process clear, make it personal, and make sure it's done right.
As a co-founder and partner at Ament Law Group, John offers comprehensive legal services with a focus on family-oriented estate planning, real estate, and business matters. His expertise encompasses guiding families through critical transactions, including business purchases, sales, refinances, and dissolutions. John's approach integrates these elements into a holistic plan for generational wealth and business transition, ensuring that family legacies are preserved and nurtured.
John's foundation in legal and business disciplines is rooted in his summa cum laude graduation from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Operations Management. He began his career in significant roles in international logistics at Respironics (now Philips/Respironics) and integrated business planning at Del Monte Foods. This corporate experience informs his practical and strategic insights into business operations, which he blends seamlessly into his legal practice.
Continuing his professional development, John pursued a joint JD/MBA program at Duquesne University, excelling as a senior staff member on the Duquesne Business Law Journal, all while maintaining his full-time corporate roles.
John is a licensed Pennsylvania Title Insurance Agent and Notary and is admitted to practice in the Pennsylvania state courts and the federal courts in the Western District of Pennsylvania.
Residing in Penn Township with his wife Katie and their five children, John is deeply involved in his community, coaching youth soccer and basketball teams. His commitment to family and community is a cornerstone of his professional ethos, reflecting his dedication to helping families navigate the complexities of estate planning, real estate, and business law.
Areas of Practice
Education
- J.D./M.B.A., Duquesne University
Bar Admissions
- Pennsylvania State Courts
- U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania
Recognition
- Super Lawyers Rising Stars, 2021–2023
- Martindale-Hubbell Client Champion Platinum, 2024–2026
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating
- Best of the Best — Tribune Review (Westmoreland & Allegheny East)
Professional Affiliations
- Westmoreland County Bar Association
- The Ned J. Nakles Inns of Court
- Pennsylvania Bar Association
- Pittsburgh Estate Planning Council
- National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA)
- Pennsylvania Association of Elder Law Attorneys (PAELA)
Client Reviews
"My husband and I connected with John Ament for a will. We did not have a will in place and had many questions. John is so patient and kind. He sat down with us to answer all of our questions before we signed anything. I have come to find out that he offers many other services for his clients including estate planning, property transfers, and more. I definitely recommend working with John and his staff."
— Avvo Review
"John is a wonderful, honest, thorough and caring individual. He has helped my husband and myself continually. He goes out of his way to assist in any way he can. He has also assisted my mother with her estate planning, will, power of attorney, and trust. My mother absolutely has nothing but good things to say about John."
— Lawyers.com Review
"I have been using and referring my estate planning clients to John Ament for about 5 years now. Everyone that I have referred him to loves him. He gets things done in a short period of time and the documents are top notch. John is easy to work with and makes himself available to meet with my clients quickly when possible."
— Lawyers.com Review
"John was an absolute pleasure to work with. His in-depth knowledge and personable work ethic made us comfortable throughout the process of planning our estate. John was incredibly patient in explaining the legal terminology to us in a professional manner."
— Lawyers.com Review
"Mr. Ament was instrumental in helping us form our small business and is always available to answer our questions and review various legal documents to protect our business interests. Mr. Ament is our lawyer, but we also trust him and count him as a friend who is looking out for us. We give Mr. Ament our highest recommendation."
— Lawyers.com Review
"Mr. Ament was readily available after contracting his services. His callbacks were timely, concise and productive. He thoroughly understood my situation, remembered the details and presented a professional, but friendly demeanor throughout my proceedings. I would highly recommend his services."
— Avvo Review
"John provided clear direction on the best options for optimizing my trust and estate planning. He was very knowledgeable, personable, and I felt like I could really trust him. I would strongly recommend him."
— Lawyers.com Review
Client testimonials reflect individual experiences and are not a guarantee of future results. Every legal matter is different, and the outcome of any case depends on the specific facts and circumstances involved.