LANCASTER, Pa., January 14, 2025 — Saxton & Stump has announced the promotion of Sara C. Arndt to an expanded role as Vice President of Success & Operations. Formerly the Senior Director of Success & Integration, Arndt’s executive-level role will continue to support the firm’s strategic growth. Arndt brings over 15 years of experience from The Hershey Company, a Fortune 500 company, where she held various management level roles in business, project management, and legal operations.
“The firm continues to grow strategically, with each milestone achieved methodically and incrementally, all pursuant to a plan” said CEO James Saxton. “Sara has excelled since joining us, building a winning team that partners with the firm to achieve our goals. We are just getting started, and Sara and her team will continue to be integral to our growth plan.”
In her expanded role, Arndt will oversee Operations and focus on lateral recruiting including the firm’s success platform. She will work directly with the CEO and select leadership committees on efficiency projects and collaborate with department managers to ensure strategic and effective resource deployment.
Before joining Saxton & Stump, Arndt served as legal operations manager at The Hershey Company. She holds a B.S. summa cum laude in business administration from Elizabethtown College and is a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt.
The firm has also announced additional promotions for some of its legal and business professionals:
- Karin Rossi, Janelle Valore, and Cheryl Myers: All promoted to Senior Paralegal
- Chuck Rapp: Director of Information Technology
- Jillian Tice: Affiliate Marketing Manager
- Shelby Simone: Senior Manager, Concierge Operations
- Kim Huber: Concierge Operations Specialist
Saxton & Stump’s strategic growth outlook
With 200 professionals, including over 110 attorneys, Saxton & Stump’s innovative model continues to attract highly talented and experienced attorneys, driving the growth of the law firm and its affiliate companies nationwide.
Saxton & Stump provides solutions for complex legal issues and partners with clients to create a roadmap for their success. The firm is committed to empowering clients by delivering five-star service and results-focused advice.


