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MUNICIPAL LAW ATTORNEY

Position Overview

Appel Yost LLP is seeking a highly qualified and motivated attorney to join its legal team as a Municipal Law Attorney. This position provides comprehensive legal counsel and representation to municipal officials, departments, boards, authorities, and commissions on a wide range of local government matters.

Key Responsibilities:

Advise elected officials, boards, and staff on municipal law, governance, and regulatory matters.
Draft, review, and revise ordinances, resolutions, contracts, intergovernmental agreements, policies, and other legal documents.
Represent the municipality in administrative proceedings, litigation, and negotiations.
Provide legal guidance regarding public records, open meetings, ethics, procurement, zoning, land use, employment, and constitutional issues.
Attend and provide legal counsel at meetings of the governing body, boards, commissions, and committees.
Monitor changes in federal, state, and local laws affecting municipal operations and recommend appropriate actions.

Qualifications:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
Active license and in good standing with the Pennsylvania Bar.
Prior experience in municipal, local government, administrative, land use, or public sector law preferred.
Strong legal research, writing, negotiation, and oral advocacy skills.
Ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide practical, solution-oriented advice.
Ability to manage multiple matters effectively and independently.

Compensation and Benefits:

Appel Yost LLP offers a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package that include health, dental, vision, retirement, paid leave, professional development opportunities, and bar dues reimbursement.

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and résumé to pam@appelyost.com. Applicants will be held in strict confidence.

J-12,19,26

Cipriani & Werner is a multidisciplinary law firm. We have long been recognized as a firm that seeks to understand the needs and interests of our clients. From that point forward, we strive to deliver results that are expected by our clients.

The Lancaster Office in Lancaster, Pennsylvania is seeking an experienced Workers’ Compensation Defense Attorney to join our growing team. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Handle all aspects of workers’ compensation defense litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, hearings, and appeals.
Provide strategic legal analysis and case evaluations to employers, insurers, and third‑party administrators.
Prepare and present cases before Workers’ Compensation Judges. Draft persuasive motions, briefs, and settlement evaluations.
Communicate regularly with clients to provide updates, recommendations, and risk assessments.
Collaborate with colleagues and support staff to ensure efficient and effective case management.

Position Requirements:

Must have a JD degree from an ABA-approved law school and maintain an active license in good standing in Pennsylvania.
3 years of direct PA workers’ compensation experience preferred; the ability to handle all aspects of the workers’ compensation litigation process preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, ProLaw, Excel, and e-document management software preferred.
Must be a self-motivated independent thinker with excellent time management skills, strong organizational skills, and outstanding communication skills with the ability to work as a team member in a high-volume fast paced work environment.

Cipriani & Werner P.C. offers a comprehensive benefit package. Highlights include:

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Matching 401(k)
Paid time off
Mentorship opportunities
Collaborative and welcoming work environment
Work-Life balance

This is an in-person position that will include day travel to hearings and depositions. Overnight travel not regularly expected.

Salary is commensurate with experience and value of portable business if any.

Cipriani & Werner P.C. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Link for application:
https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=bf5dbe8a-7475-427e-966d-4942d6eddde3&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=597228&source=CC2&lang=en_US

J-12,19

Do you have a sharp legal mind paired with a passion for government accountability? The Pennsylvania Office of Open Records (OOR) is seeking an experienced and motivated Attorney to take on the role of an Appeals Officer and join our mission-driven team. Here, you will conduct a wide range of professional legal duties while ensuring that the Right-to-Know Law (RTKL) remains a cornerstone of the Commonwealth. If you thrive in an environment where your independent judgment is valued and your dedicated efforts make a genuine difference, this may be the position for you!

As an Appeals Officer, you will be specifically responsible for adjudicating administrative appeals filed pursuant to Pennsylvania’s Right-to-Know Law (RTKL). Duties will include performing intensive legal research and writing involving complex legal issues which have a significant impact on the public’s right to access government records. You will confer with private citizens and agency representatives regarding administrative appeals, including answering procedural inquiries, clarifying the arguments presented, and developing factual records. Additionally, you will respond to legal-related inquiries from agencies, public officials or employees, and private citizens regarding the RTKL, as well as assess potential impacts of proposed legislation, rules, and regulations involving the RTKL. A comprehensive working knowledge of common law and state and federal laws, regarding general administrative and regulatory functions of state government is essential for this position.

Visit the OOR’s website for salary, classification and other details by visiting https://www.openrecords.pa.gov.

J-19,26

Tax Attorney

Smoker & Company is a successful, busy CPA firm with multiple offices in Lancaster and Berks County. Smoker & Company and its Family of Companies provide business services spanning various client needs such as bookkeeping, payroll, tax representation and controversy, consulting, wealth management, and property management. Our mission is to meet the total accounting, tax, and business development needs of our clients in order to enhance the value of the businesses and individuals we are privileged to serve.

We are currently seeking an experienced Tax Attorney to support our growing client base. We offer a base salary depending on relevant experience, benefits and performance-based bonuses. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for helping clients navigate their tax needs. We pride ourselves on our commitment to client service and the professional growth of our employees.

Responsibilities:

Communicate effectively with clients to gather necessary information
Research tax laws and regulations to ensure compliance
Assist clients in tax planning strategies to minimize tax liabilities
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of tax law changes
Review federal and state tax returns for individuals and businesses
Handle federal, state and local tax issues

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred
Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local tax regulations
Licensed to practice law in PA
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Strong professional ethics / integrity / reliability

Benefits:

Compensation Range $100,000 to $150,000 depending on experience

Please submit a resume and cover letter to job@smokercpa.com.

J-26;July-3

LEGAL / PROFESSIONAL SUPPORT OPPORTUNITIES

Gardner & Stevens, P.C. is seeking a full-time Receptionist/Paralegal for the Lititz office of our extremely busy northern Lancaster County law firm. Must have excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Proficiency with general computer skills including Microsoft Word and Outlook required. Prior law firm experience or a Paralegal Degree/Certificate required. Salary commensurate with experience. Please respond with resume and salary requirements to kroseboro@gardnerstevens.com.

J-12,19

The Lancaster Office is looking for a Workers’ Compensation Paralegal to join our growing team.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Discovery demands and responses.
Work with medical providers and obtain medical records.
Work with experts and schedule IMEs.
Inspections and other expert discovery.

Position Requirements:

At least 1 year of WC experience required; 3 years of PA WC experience preferred.
A high school diploma or GED required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, ProLaw, Excel, and e-document management software preferred.
Must be a self-motivated independent thinker with excellent time management skills, strong organizational skills, and outstanding communication skills with the ability to work as a team member in a high-volume fast paced work environment.

Cipriani & Werner P.C. offers a comprehensive benefit package. Highlights include:

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Matching 401(k)
Paid time off
Mentorship opportunities
Collaborative and welcoming work environment
Work-Life balance

This is an in-person position.

Link for application: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=bf5dbe8a-7475-427e-966d-4942d6eddde3&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=597227&source=CC2&lang=en_US

J-12,19

Legal Administrative Assistant

Barley Snyder, a law firm of more than 120 attorneys, has an excellent opportunity for a Legal Administrative Assistant in our Lancaster, PA office. We are seeking a candidate who demonstrates the interest and ability to support our busy attorneys at a high level primarily in the Trusts and Estates area. Duties include scheduling, document production, organization of records, dictation, docketing and the use of Word and other legal based software. Candidate must demonstrate commitment to high quality work and client service. Prior law firm experience strongly preferred.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefit package, free parking and the opportunity to work in a challenging, professional environment. Resumes kept in confidence. Send resumes to HR at hr@barley.com. EOE

June-26, July-3,10

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Legal Administrative Assistant

Barley Snyder, a law firm of more than 120 attorneys, has an excellent opportunity for a Legal Administrative Assistant in our Lancaster, PA office. We are seeking a candidate who demonstrates the interest and ability to support our busy attorneys at a high level primarily in the Trusts and Estates area. Duties include scheduling, document production, organization of records, dictation, docketing and the use of Word and other legal based software. Candidate must demonstrate commitment to high quality work and client service. Prior law firm experience strongly preferred.
We offer a competitive compensation and benefit package, free parking and the opportunity to work in a challenging, professional environment. Resumes kept in confidence. Send resumes to HR at hr@barley.com. EOE

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