Paralegal

Hochstetler Law Firm, P.C. engages qualified professionals to provide expert services to clients in matters relating to nonprofit formation, estate planning, corporate counsel, mergers and acquisitions, Anabaptist representation, and litigation defense. We prioritize quality, efficiency, and professionalism in meeting the specific needs of each project. Our organization values integrity and fosters a collaborative work environment to achieve client satisfaction and professional growth.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for a Paralegal based in Lancaster, PA. The Paralegal will support the attorneys while maintaining a high standard of professional service.

• Assist attorneys with legal research using legal research tools to gather relevant case law, statutes, and regulations across diverse practice areas relating to nonprofit organizations, business formation, and estate planning.
• Prepare and draft legal documents with precision and clarity.
• Manage and organize case files using document management systems to ensure easy retrieval and compliance with record-keeping standards.
• Conduct thorough document review for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to case requirements; perform proofreading and transcription as needed.
• Handle administrative responsibilities such as data entry, filing, scheduling appointments, managing phone etiquette, and providing executive administrative support to attorneys.

Qualifications

• Completion of Paralegal Certification, Juris Doctor (JD) degree, or two years of Paralegal experience. Estate planning or relevant legal practice preferred.
• Proven paralegal experience with a strong background in legal administrative tasks across multiple practice areas including nonprofit organizations, business formation, and estate planning.
• Proficiency in legal research platforms such as Westlaw and LexisNexis.
• Excellent writing skills for drafting legal documents and correspondence; keen proofreading abilities to ensure accuracy.
• Strong organizational skills coupled with project management experience to handle multiple cases efficiently.
• Ability to perform detailed document review and conduct effective legal research independently.
• Knowledge of various practice areas including nonprofit organizations, business formation, and estate planning is preferred but not mandatory.
• Proficiency in data entry and file management systems required.

Work Location: In person