ATTORNEY / JD OPPORTUNITIES

Appointment of New Magistrate Judge in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania

The United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania is seeking applications for the position of full-time United States Magistrate Judge to be based in Philadelphia. The appointee may be required to preside at court sessions to be held at Reading, Philadelphia, Allentown, and Easton.

The duties of the position are demanding and wide-ranging, and will include, among others: (1) conduct of most preliminary proceedings in criminal cases; (2) trial and disposition of misdemeanor cases; (3) conduct of various pretrial matters and evidentiary proceedings on delegation from a district judge; and (4) trial and disposition of civil cases upon consent of the litigants. The basic authority of a United States magistrate judge is specified in 28 U.S.C. § 636.

To be qualified for appointment an applicant must:

1. Be, and have been for at least five years, a member in good standing of the bar of the highest court of a state, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Territory of Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, or the Virgin Islands of the United States, and have been engaged in the active practice of law for a period of at least five years;

2. Be competent to perform all the duties of the office; be of good moral character; be emotionally stable and mature; be committed to equal justice under the law; be in good health; be patient and courteous; and be capable of deliberation and decisiveness;

3. Be less than seventy years old; and

4. Not be related to a judge of the district court.

A merit selection panel composed of attorneys and other members of the community will review all applicants and recommend to the district judges in confidence the persons it considers best qualified. The court will make the appointment following an FBI full-field investigation and an IRS tax check of the applicant selected by the court for appointment. The individual selected must comply with the financial disclosure requirements pursuant to the Ethics in Government Act of 1978, Pub. L. No. 95-521, 90 Stat. 1824 (1978) (codified at 5 U.S.C. app. 4 §§ 101-111) as implemented by the Judicial Conference of the United States. The current annual salary of the position is $227,608.00. The term of office is eight (8) years.

The application is available on the court’s web site at https://www.paed.uscourts.gov/ Only applicants may submit applications and applications must be received by Friday, January 9, 2026.

All applications will be kept confidential, unless the applicant consents to disclosure, and all applications will be examined only by members of the merit selection panel and the judges of the district court. The panel’s deliberations will remain confidential.

Applications must be submitted by email to Paed_Apply@paed.uscourts.gov with the subject line “Magistrate Judge Application.” An /s/ or e-signature on the application will be accepted.

Applications will only be accepted by email. Applications sent by mail will not be considered. Due to the overwhelming number of applications expected, applicants should not contact the court regarding the status of their application.

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Woolford Myer Law, P.C. – Lancaster, Pennsylvania | Hybrid (minimum 3 days in office)

Woolford Myer Law, a boutique firm known for its construction and commercial litigation practice, is seeking a lateral Associate Attorney to join our team in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. We represent owners, general contractors, subcontractors, design professionals, and developers in matters ranging from construction payment and defect disputes to commercial litigation, OSHA matters, employment claims, and bid protests.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with litigation experience who wants greater responsibility, immediate client contact, and hands-on courtroom work within a focused, high-quality practice.

Responsibilities

• Draft and argue motions, briefs, and pleadings
• Manage written discovery and case strategy
• Take and defend party and expert depositions
• Handle hearings, conferences, and mediations
• Communicate directly with clients, witnesses, and experts
• Assist on complex cases while independently managing smaller matters

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania
• 2–6+ years of litigation experience preferred
• Strong writing, research, and analytical skills
• Confident courtroom presence and oral advocacy
• Professionalism, judgment, and attention to detail
• Construction law experience is a plus

Work Environment

• Hybrid schedule – minimum 3 days per week in the office
• High responsibility and autonomy for a lateral associate
• Direct mentorship and collaboration with senior attorneys
• Stable, growing practice with a strong regional reputation

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• CLE and professional development support

Applicants must reside in Lancaster County or be willing to relocate immediately.

If you’re seeking a lateral move that offers meaningful litigation experience, client-facing responsibility, and the ability to develop a niche in construction law, we invite you to apply.

Please submit a resume and writing sample to rwoolford@woolfordlaw.com.

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Deputy Executive Director

The PA Board of Law Examiners, an appointed Board of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania responsible for overseeing the bar admissions process, is looking for a Deputy Executive Director.

General Description:
In partnership with the Executive Director, the Deputy Executive Director will supervise the administrative operations related to managing the Board’s administrative office and the bar admissions process, including planning and administering the bar examination; evaluating requests for test accommodations; evaluating character and fitness and qualifications for bar admission; making preparations for Board meetings; drafting rule recommendations and proposed amendments; researching and analyzing work methods and procedures, preparing comprehensive reports of findings and recommendations; preparing budget projections and managing board staff, graders, and proctors.
This individual will interact with the Supreme Court Justices, board members, senior management of other court agencies, executive directors from other jurisdictions, the National Conference of Bar Examiners, and numerous contractors and vendors. The DED will be directly involved in sensitive issues regarding the Court, Board, applicants, and personnel and will supervise all support functions of the office in the absence of the Executive Director.

Working Conditions / Notable Physical Requirements:
•Primarily work on computer.
•Semi-annual administration of the bar exam requires doing light manual labor to pack and unpack materials; performing set-up and tear-down at the exam site; walking 10,000 to 15,000 steps a day at the exam site; lifting/moving items up to 20 pounds; standing for long periods of time and bending to the floor.
•Mandatory (reimbursed in-state travel; overnight stays for bar exams and semi-annual calibration meetings. Ability to drive up to 4 hours.

Minimum Qualifications:
•Admission to the Pennsylvania bar. Coursework or training in management, administration or related areas, and have eight or more years of progressively responsible experience in management/administrative work, three or more of which must have involved supervision of other employees and program management.
•Excellent verbal and written communication skills, organization ability and interpersonal skills.
•Satisfactory criminal background check required.

Department: PA Board of Law Examiners

Starting Salary: $104,651 – $125,767

Location: Harrisburg, PA

How to Apply:
Candidates interested in applying for this position should visit the PA Courts Career site www.pacourts.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/PACourts to apply and upload a written resume (video or audio resumes will not be accepted), along with a cover letter noting salary requirements.

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LEGAL / PROFESSIONAL SUPPORT OPPORTUNITIES

Zoning and Land Use Paralegal

Gibbel Kraybill & Hess LLP seeks a full-time Paralegal to work with attorneys and paralegals in their advocacy practice group with a specific focus on zoning and land use matters.  The ideal candidate will be detail oriented; be able to work independently and in a team environment; have strong written and verbal communication skills; proficiently utilize technology; and be able to manage a workload involving multiple assignments. Prior paralegal experience and/or experience working in a law firm is helpful but not required. All candidates should have strong time-management, communication, and interpersonal skills. We offer a comprehensive benefit package and a collegial work setting. Email cover letter with salary requirements and resume with references to gkhlaw@gkh.com.

Responsibilities:

• Answer phones and schedule client appointments
• Deliver zoning submissions to various municipalities
• Prepare correspondence and other communications
• Process mail
• Assist in the preparation of zoning and land use applications and submissions
• Research property records and review zoning ordinances
• Interact with clients, municipal officials, and consultants
• Assist on scanning, copying and filing projects
• Assist attorneys and paralegals on cases as needed

Skills:

• Attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Ability to work under and meet deadlines
• Ability to manage multiple assignments
• Proficiency with MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel, and Adobe
• Strong work ethic and the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Positive and professional demeanor

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal certificate (Preferred but not required)

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) and 401(k) Match
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Parental Leave

Gibbel Kraybill & Hess was founded on a shared commitment to provide excellent legal services to our clients. Our attorneys and experienced staff work collaboratively to assist clients in a wide variety of legal matters. Learn more about our firm at www.gkh.com.

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BUSINESS SERVICES ASSOCIATE

BCGL LLC, an entrepreneurial Lancaster law firm, specializing in the needs of closely held businesses, lending institutions and families, has an immediate opening for a business services associate with 4 to 6 years’ experience. Areas of practice for this partnership track position include: mergers & acquisitions, complex financing transactions for lenders and borrowers, succession planning, and commercial real estate transactions. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and social intelligence required. A strong desire to learn and the ability to work collaboratively and handle client work independently in a fast-paced environment is necessary as is the willingness to become integrated into a dynamic business community. Strong academic record required. Competitive salary, bonus opportunities and generous benefits package available. Interested candidates should send their resume, law school transcript, writing sample, and list of references to emilyf@bcgl-law.com.

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