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Lawyer Referral Service & Community Outreach Coordinator – Lancaster Bar Association

Job Summary: Are you passionate about expanding access to justice and making a meaningful impact in your community? Do you enjoy building relationships, managing programs, and finding creative solutions to challenges? If so, the Lancaster Bar Association (LBA) invites you to apply for the position of Lawyer Referral Service & Community Outreach Coordinator.

This role combines client service, attorney engagement, program coordination, and community outreach. The successful candidate will oversee the LBA’s Lawyer Referral Service, coordinate member and public service programs, and support the work of the Lancaster Law Foundation. This position is ideal for someone who is organized, self-motivated, and enjoys connecting people with valuable resources.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lawyer Referral Service (LRS)

• Manage daily operation, including client intake, referrals, and follow-up.
• Recruit, engage, and retain participating attorneys.
• Maintain accurate databases of clients, participating attorneys, and referrals.
• Process and reconcile financial transactions related to the Lawyer Referral Service.
• Track referrals and program activity to ensure timely follow-up.
• Monitor program performance and prepare reports on key metrics and outcomes.

2. Program Management

• Coordinate programs that support attorney development and public service, including the Bar Builders Mentoring Program, Safe Driving Academy, and Mediation/Arbitration Services.
• Manage program logistics, communications, outreach, and administration.
• Recruit volunteers and participating attorneys while maintaining accurate program records.
• Assist in developing new programs that respond to the evolving needs of our members and community.
• Evaluate program effectiveness and recommend improvements

3. Supporting the Lancaster Law Foundation

• Assist with community outreach, events, presentations, and special projects.
• Support fundraising initiatives and Foundation events as needed.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with community organizations, businesses, and civic leaders

 4. Additional Responsibilities

• Other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively as part of a team.
• Experience in a legal, nonprofit, or customer service environment preferred.
• Comfort building relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Confidence in public speaking and representing the organization in the community.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other modern office software and web-based platforms.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) skills are a plus.
• An associate’s or bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Job Details

Schedule: Full-time (37.5 hours per week), Monday through Friday, in person.

Following successful completion of the probationary period, employees may be eligible for a flexible work schedule, subject to the Executive Director’s approval and organizational needs.

Salary & Benefits:  $45,000–$48,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

The Lancaster Bar Association offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and life insurance
• Paid vacation and paid time off
• Flexible scheduling opportunities after the probationary period
• A collaborative, mission-driven work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and community engagement

About the Lancaster Bar Association

The Lancaster Bar Association is a professional association of more than 700 attorneys, judges, and legal professionals dedicated to supporting the legal profession and serving the Lancaster County community. Through member services, public education, lawyer referral, and the work of the Lancaster Law Foundation, the LBA promotes access to justice, professional excellence, and the fair administration of justice.

How to Apply

If you are excited about making a meaningful difference while working with the legal community, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your cover letter and resume to Executive Director Lisa Driendl-Miller at Lisa@lancasterbar.org.

Part-time or Full-time Legal Assistant / Paralegal – Gibson Law Group

This is an on-site job for a Legal Assistant or Paralegal, in our Lancaster, PA office. Our small firm focuses on Divorce, Custody, Support and Adoption cases. The firm also provides services in basic estate planning, including the preparation of Wills, Powers of Attorney, Living Wills, and Health Care Powers of Attorney; as well as handling Real Estate Matters including closings, settlements, and title insurance through The Real Estate Transfer Company. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a detail-oriented and dynamic individual to join our team. Experience is preferred but not necessary as we will train the right candidate.

Responsibilities include assisting the attorneys in case management, from inception through resolution. This includes drafting, filing, and managing legal documents for family law cases as well as answering incoming calls and emails, ensuring clear communication and prompt attention to inquiries and managing client relationships with professionalism. The position will also involve utilizing a range of computer programs and digital tools pertinent to the legal field.

Please send your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your relevant experience to anne@gibson-lawyers.com. The subject of your email should be “Application for Legal Assistant / Paralegal Position.”

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Barley Snyder – Finance & Creditors’ Rights Paralegal

Barley Snyder, a regional law firm of more than 120 attorneys, is seeking an experienced Finance & Creditors’ Rights Paralegal to join our Lancaster office. This position supports attorneys representing financial institutions and commercial clients in a wide range of creditors’ rights, finance, and bankruptcy matters.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with commercial foreclosures and post-judgment enforcement. Responsibilities include managing commercial foreclosure matters from start to finish; preparing and processing confessions of judgment; ordering, reviewing, and analyzing title searches and related real estate documentation for foreclosed properties; and preparing and filing proofs of claim, motions for relief from stay, and other bankruptcy-related pleadings. The paralegal will also assist with bankruptcy filings and ongoing case management, handle discovery in aid of execution, and coordinate personal property executions and related processing for banking clients.

Additional responsibilities include supporting loan modifications and forbearance agreements, assisting attorneys with document review, maintaining accurate and well-organized case files, tracking deadlines, ensuring compliance with court rules and e-filing requirements, and communicating regularly with attorneys, clients, courts, title companies, and third-party vendors.

Qualified candidates will have prior experience as a paralegal in finance, creditors’ rights, foreclosure, and/or bankruptcy law, along with a strong understanding of commercial foreclosure procedures and post-judgment enforcement. Experience with the preparation and review of loan documents is also helpful. The position requires excellent organizational skills, close attention to detail, and strong verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required, and familiarity with court e-filing systems is preferred. A paralegal certificate and/or bachelor’s degree is preferred, but relevant experience will be considered.

Barley Snyder is a well-established, full-service law firm with a strong commitment to collaboration, client service, and professional growth. We offer a collegial working environment along with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

To apply, please submit your resume and salary requirements to hr@barley.com. EOE

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These prices cover the cost of publication and ensure that your ad reaches our esteemed readership. Whether you’re looking to advertise a job or office space, the Law Review is the perfect platform to reach your target audience.

To purchase a job posting or office space ad, or if you have any questions, please reach out to us at lawreview@lancasterbar.org. We look forward to helping you promote your opportunities!

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