Kaufman & Canoles could be the perfect business law firm for you. You will find success – and great satisfaction – if your vision for your own career matches up with our core values: forward-thinking, hard-working, progressive, entrepreneurial and a can-do spirit. An energizing and professional work environment, Kaufman & Canoles offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package that includes:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Profit Sharing/401(k)
- Generous Leave Benefits
- Long-Term Disability
- Tuition Reimbursement
Kaufman & Canoles is an equal opportunity employer.
Kaufman & Canoles is seeking a full-time Legal Assistant for its Norfolk office to provide administrative and client-service support to attorneys and clients.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepares routine correspondence, estate planning binders, reports, agreements, letters, and other related documents.
- Delivers superior client service and acts as liaison between clients and the attorneys by maintaining continual communications via email, telephone, and in person.
- Maintains attorneys’ calendars; schedules and follows up on client appointments, case-related appointments, meetings, and conference calls.
- Opens, organizes, maintains, and closes paper and electronic client files, including files and sub-files.
- Arranges for tax returns to be signed by appropriate attorneys and clients.
- Inputs timekeeper data and prepares and distributes monthly billing statements.
- Reviews, sorts, and dates mail.
- Performs a variety of other administrative tasks as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Three or more years’ relevant work experience as a legal assistant in a professional office setting is preferred.
- Knowledge of and proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel, as well as Adobe and Nuance.
- Ability to type at least 60 WPM.
- Operational knowledge of standard office equipment including copier, scanner, and telephone.
- Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to multi-task.
- Meticulous attention to detail and proofreading skills.
- Ability to manage confidential information with discretion, adapt to competing demands, and consistently demonstrate a high level of client service and responsiveness.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
