Jobs

Criminal Defense Attorney

Cornerstone Law Firm in Blandon, Pennsylvania is seeking a criminal defense attorney to join our growing team.

The right candidate will be a diligent defender who can utilize a capable support staff to bring about the best outcome for our clients. We are looking for a creative defense attorney who proactively solves client problems and resolves legal matters quickly.  Key characteristics that we are looking for include integrity, an ability to see the value of every individual person, and a commitment to customer service which flows from truly caring for clients and desiring to resolve their legal issues.

Cornerstone is a lifestyle firm committed to caring for people. The office environment is team oriented with a fair dose of humor and conversation. We understand that our employees are individuals with lives outside of work, and we encourage a healthy work/life balance. To that end, our staff and attorneys rarely work more than forty hours per week.

Though we are willing to consider candidates who have limited experience, our ideal applicant will have five years of criminal defense experience.

Responsibilities:

• Represent clients in civil court cases, managing all phases of the litigation process from investigation, pleadings, and discovery to pre-trial, trial, settlement, and appeal.
• Develop and implement effective litigation strategies tailored to each case.
• Research and analyze legal issues, laws, and regulations for clients.
• Draft and file legal documents, including lawsuits, appeals, and legal briefs.
• Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients in legal disputes.
• Clearly and promptly communicate with staff and clients.
• Organization in all areas of practice.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and a valid Pennsylvania attorney’s license.
• Proven experience in criminal law, with a track record of successful case management and courtroom advocacy.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Commitment to justice and a compassionate understanding of clients’ situations.

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Maternity Leave
• 401k

Civil Litigation Attorney

Cornerstone Law Firm in Blandon, Pennsylvania is seeking a civil litigation attorney to join our growing team.

The right candidate will be a fierce litigator who can utilize a capable support staff to bring about the best outcome for our clients. Key characteristics that we are looking for include integrity, an ability to see the value of every individual person, and a commitment to customer service which flows from truly caring for clients and desiring to resolve their legal issues.

Cornerstone is a lifestyle firm committed to caring for people, both clients and staff. The office environment is team oriented with a fair dose of humor and conversation. We understand that our employees are individuals with lives outside of work, and we encourage a healthy work/life balance. To that end, our staff and attorneys rarely work more than forty hours per week.

Though we are willing to consider candidates who have limited experience, our ideal applicant will have five years history of civil litigation experience.

Responsibilities:

• Clear and prompt communication with staff and clients.
• Ability to negotiate and achieve best outcomes.
• Excellent research and writing skills.
• A professional courtroom presence.
• Manage all phases of civil litigation from case intake through to trial, including investigation, pleadings, discovery, pre-trial, trial, settlement, and appeal.
• Provide legal advice and support to clients, helping them understand their rights and the legal process.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and a valid Pennsylvania attorney’s license.
• Proven experience in civil law, with a track record of successful case management and courtroom advocacy.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Commitment to justice and a compassionate understanding of clients’ situations.

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays
• Maternity Leave
• 401k

Paralegal

We’re seeking hard-working, service-oriented paralegals. The successful applicant will:

• Be committed to serving our clientele.
• Desire to be a part of a team.
• Have strong writing skills (please include a writing sample with your resume).
• Desire to be continually learning and developing skills.

Cornerstone seeks to serve our community by providing legal services with care and skill. We are willing to train an individual who has the right sort of client-focused mentality, and we are considering candidates with all levels of experience. We do not require Spanish language skills, but they are a plus.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits: 401(k)

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8 hour shift

Experience: Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Blandon, PA 19510: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Receptionist/Office Assistant

We’re seeking a friendly and detail-oriented office assistant. Though we do not require experience working in an office setting, certain skills are necessary. The successful applicant will:

• Be a multitasker.
• Pay close attention to detail.
• Understand good phone etiquette and customer service.
• Have a basic understanding of the Microsoft Office Suite.

If you have strong background in customer service and desire to grow professionally, we would love to talk with you. We do not require Spanish language skills, but they are a plus.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits: 401(k)

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Blandon, PA 19510: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)