The Newport News office of Kaufman & Canoles seeks a qualified Legal Assistant to provide secretarial support to its Trust & Estate attorneys.
*RESPONSIBILITIES:*
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Prepares routine correspondence, estate planning binders, reports, and other documents.
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Interacts with clients and court personnel in person and via telephone and email.
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Arranges and schedules appointments, client meetings, and conference calls.
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Maintains files, sub-files, and calendars.
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Arrange for signing of tax returns by various attorneys and clients
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Inputs timekeeper data.
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Reviews, sorts, and dates mail.
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Performs a variety of other administrative tasks as assigned.
*QUALIFICATIONS:*
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High school diploma or equivalent required.
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Minimum of three years’ relevant work experience as a legal assistant.
Preferred experience in one of the following areas of law Trust & Estates, Corporate Law and Litigation.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office 2016, time and billing software, dictation/transcription software, and document management software.
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Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines.
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Proven meticulous attention to detail and proofreading skills.
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Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands, and demonstrate the highest level of client service and response.
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Expert level verbal and written communication skills
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Typing at a level of 60 WPM.
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Operational knowledge of standard office equipment including copier, scanner, and telephone.
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Demonstrated understanding of legal terminology.
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Demonstrated proactive approach to problem-solving with strong decision-making capability.
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Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, attorneys, co-workers, and other outside professionals.
*BENEFITS:*
We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
Benefits include: medical, dental, life insurance, 401(k)/profit sharing, paid time off, long term and short-term disability.
Kaufman & Canoles is committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) in all aspects of our employment and retention practices and decisions.
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Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
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