Careers

The Kaufman & Canoles Private Client Services Group practice is seeking a qualified Trust & Estate Paralegal to assist in the Trust and Estate practice area of our Norfolk office.

Our Private Client Services team is the largest in the state and consists of an integrated group of over 30 lawyers, specialists, paralegals and other support personnel. Unlike many firms, we perform the full range of trusts and estates planning and administration, from the initial meetings with clients to the ultimate administration of their desires, and all tax filings required throughout that process. We are committed to providing thoughtful and cost-effective services to the full range of our clients, from those with modest wealth to those with significant estates. Due to our firm’s longevity, we have client relationships going into the 4th and 5th generations. We have a reputation of providing the highest level of service amongst our peers and all of the team enjoys deep and rewarding working relationships with both our clients and within our group. We value a pleasant work environment with positive people working at a high level of competency and responsibility.

Responsibilities:

• Manage bank and brokerage accounts for numerous individual Trusts and Estates, including making account disbursements and deposits, maintaining balances, transferring funds, and reconciling accounts.
• Provide support to the Attorneys and Paralegals to include preparation of correspondence and other documents, maintain files and sub-files, and perform a variety of other administrative tasks as assigned.
• Interact with various banks and brokerage firms via telephone and email.
• Prepare and maintain Excel spreadsheets; file quarterly estimated tax payments; compile tax packages; and prepare correspondence to file returns with taxing authorities.
• Schedule and prepare required documentation for probated estates.
• Schedule Show Cause Hearings and prepare required documentation, schedule attorney attendance, and follow up with Circuit Court, as needed.
• Obtain tax identification numbers online through the Internal Revenue Service.
• Organize monthly account activity to forward to accounting outsourcing company.
• Determine automobile valuations and conduct unclaimed property searches.
• Maintain detailed and accurate daily billable hour records.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• One or more years work experience in a professional office environment is beneficial.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office with working knowledge of Excel.
• Demonstrated exceptional mathematical aptitude.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Proven organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize competing responsibilities, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, attorneys, co-workers, and other outside professionals.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be a self-starter and have a strong work ethic.

Benefits:

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k)/profit sharing, paid time off, and 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.

The Williamsburg office of Kaufman & Canoles seeks a qualified Legal Assistant to provide secretarial support. Our attorneys have earned a reputation for outstanding legal services to clients in all aspects of litigation. We hold ourselves to the highest standards and are zealous, compassionate advocates for our clients.

Responsibilities:

• Prepares routine correspondence, estate planning binders, reports, and other documents.
• Interacts with clients and court personnel in person and via telephone and email.
• Arranges and schedules appointments, client meetings, and conference calls.
• Maintains files, sub-files, and calendars.
• Arrange for signing of tax returns by various attorneys and clients
• Inputs timekeeper data.
• Reviews, sorts, and dates mail.
• Performs a variety of other administrative tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of three years’ relevant work experience as a legal assistant in a professional office setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 2016, time and billing software, dictation/transcription software, and document management software.
• Typing at a level of 60 WPM.
• Operational knowledge of standard office equipment including copier, scanner, and telephone.
• Demonstrated understanding of legal terminology.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines.
• Proven meticulous attention to detail and proofreading skills.
• Demonstrated proactive approach to problem-solving with strong decision-making capability.
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands, and demonstrate the highest level of client service and response.
• Expert level verbal and written communication skills.
• 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.

The Kaufman & Canoles Williamsburg office is seeking a qualified Trust & Estate Administrator to oversee complex trust and estate administration and prepare related tax returns.

Responsibilities:

• Manage trust and estate probate administration, drafting correspondence and legal documents, prepare deeds, asset spreadsheets, probate pleadings, and review of bank statements, accountings and/or financial statements.
• Interact with various banks and brokerage firms via telephone, email, and in-person.
• Prepare complex estate, gift, and fiduciary income tax returns.
• Research federal, state, and local tax laws related to client tax preparation.
• Review estate documents for state/federal filing requirements and document provisions.
• Provide support to various attorneys and tax preparers in department.
• Maintain detailed and accurate daily billable hour records.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field preferred.
• Four or more years’ work experience in legal, finance or accounting. Tax preparation or trust and estate related work highly desirable.
• CPA license, CFTA, or other related certifications preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office with working knowledge of Excel. Experience in accounting programs and CCH ProSystem is beneficial.
• Demonstrated exceptional mathematical aptitude and able to solve complex problems to develop a beneficial tax strategy for clients.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Proven organizational skills with ability to plan proactively.
• Meticulous attention to detail and the ability to prepare a work product accurately, on-time, and in a cost-effective manner.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize competing responsibilities, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, attorneys, co-workers, and other outside professionals.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be a self-starter and have a strong work ethic.
• Flexible in working additional hours during tax season.

Benefits:

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k)/profit sharing, paid time off, and 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.

The Norfolk Office of Kaufman & Canoles is seeking a Real Estate Paralegal to conduct real estate closings for corporate and commercial real estate transactions. Prepares necessary legal documents that may include disclosure schedules, settlement statements, deeds, loan closing documents, corporate authorization documents. Maintains detailed and accurate daily billable hour records. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills and the ability to exercise a high degree of confidentiality and discretion are required.  

Responsibilities:

• Assists with all aspects of complex commercial real estate, corporate and lender transactions, including creating checklists, disbursement statements, closing documents, and reviewing loan documents.
• Analyzes title commitments, title documents, real property legal descriptions, and surveys.
• Responsible for corresponding with lenders, builders, real estate agents, title companies, and attorneys as needed to gather necessary information for closings. 
• Prepares and maintains closing checklists and timelines.
• Addresses post-closing matters and oversees preparation of closing binders.
• Ensures closing packages have been properly disbursed and appropriate documents recorded. 
• Verifies title insurance policies have been received. 
• Responsible for setup of delivery of the deed, loan documents and title insurance policies to the buyer and lender.   
• Maintains Notary Public status and witnesses real estate closing packages. 
• Ensures that all appropriate documents, checks, and copies are sent to all parties immediately after closing. 
• Makes sure all client data is entered into central database. 
• Confirms liens are properly released. 
• Re-records documents as needed and corrects any post-closing issues.
• Obtains Entity Certificates and documents from the Secretary of State where an entity was formed.
• Orders UCC/Judgment/Tax Lien reports, zoning determination letters and title searches.
• E-files documents as requested.
• Processes invoices for payment, credit card receipts, and ACH Receipts.
• Meets position billing requirements and required deadlines.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Proficient in SoftPro and Microsoft Office 2016.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• In-depth experience with closing commercial loans, funding loans, and examining title commitments.
• In-depth knowledge of closing process.
• In-depth knowledge of title insurance and real estate processing.
• Ability to exercise a high degree of confidentiality and discretion when promptly and accurately responding to miscellaneous inquiries.
• Must be able to perform job duties independently.

Benefits:

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k)/profit sharing, paid time off, and 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.

Kaufman & Canoles is seeking a qualified full time Litigation Paralegal to be based out of our Newport News or Williamsburg office.

Responsibilities:

• Drafting and preparing pleadings (complaint, answers, motions and discovery) and other legal documents
• Researching into party identity and location and asset searches
• Organizing and managing case file and organizing files electronically
• Creating trial notebooks
• Drafting deposition summaries
• Organizing and reviewing discovery documents for responsiveness and privilege
• Obtaining service of process and assisting with the issuance of summons and writs
• Editing and formatting briefs and memorandums
• Managing docket of deadlines and case priorities
• Managing document storage and production and handling electronic discovery processes
• Professional communications with clients and court personnel (daily basis)
• Attending weekly meetings as needed and updating attorneys on status of active cases
• Filing documents with the courts
• Keeping accurate records of all communication (i.e. phone calls, emails, secure messages), expenses, case documents (such as client intake sheets, pleadings, etc.)
• Maintaining detailed and accurate daily billable hour records.  Goal requirements are to bill 1550 hours per year to client matters and collect two-and-one-half times annual compensation in client fees
• Assisting local counsel for out-of-state cases with discovery and obtaining documents and information from client

Qualifications:

• Excellent attitude and team player mentality
• 5 or more years of Civil litigation experience preferred
• Associate degree or above required
• Paralegal certification by an ABA approved program is a plus
• Must be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
• Excellent grammar and writing skills
• Knowledge and mastery of MS Office, (including Word, Outlook, Power Point and Excel), Adobe, and Nuance
• Experience with Federal Court filings and systems such as PACER and ECF, experience with State Court filings and systems such as VJEFS and OCRA, and working knowledge of the federal Rules of Civil and Appellate Procedure and Supreme Court of Virginia Rules of Civil Procedure is preferred
• Experience with post-judgment collections processes (local and foreign judgment docketing, debtors’ interrogatories, garnishments, estate claims, etc.) is beneficial
• Experience with case management software a plus

Benefits:
We offer competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit 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. 

The Kaufman & Canoles Williamsburg office is seeking a highly qualified Commercial Attorney. The successful candidate will have between two and six years of relevant corporate, commercial real estate and/or credit union experience. The successful candidate will have demonstrable analytical and problem-solving skills, strong written and verbal communication skills.   

Responsibilities:

• Reviewing and summarizing documents for due diligence purposes in connection with mergers and acquisitions transactions.
• Preparing and reviewing deeds and real property transfer documents.
• Review and prepare various contracts. 

Required Skills:

• Minimum two to six years job experience with corporate, commercial or credit union experience preferred.
• Skilled at meeting deadlines under significant time pressure.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with a high degree of professionalism and client orientation.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to prioritize and work independently.
• Ability to manage time and resources effectively and independently

Education:

• Juris Doctorate degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association with an outstanding academic record.
• Admission to the Virginia Bar.
• Must be and remain licensed to practice law and in good standing in the State of Virginia.
• During employment, must meet requirement for continuing licensure for law practice; some opportunities for obtaining in-house CLE through Kaufman & Canoles will be available.

Benefits:

Kaufman & Canoles offers a generous compensation and benefits package which includes a competitive salary, medical, dental and life insurance, 401(k)/profit sharing, paid time off, and long term disability.

Kaufman & Canoles is committed to equal employment opportunity in all aspects of our employment and retention practices and decisions.

The Kaufman & Canoles Norfolk office is seeking a highly qualified Medical Malpractice Litigation Attorney. The successful candidate will have three or more years of litigation experience, representing clients in the healthcare industry. Demonstrable analytical and problem-solving skills, strong written and verbal communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel.

Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of medical malpractice litigation, including initial case assessment, discovery, depositions, motions, trial preparation, and trial
• Prepare court pleadings including drafting motions and responses, and answering discovery requests
• Work with medical experts to develop case strategies and understand complex medical issues
• Research and draft memoranda of law and briefs
• Participate in pretrial and trial hearings. Prepare attorneys and clients for trials and depositions
• Participate in preparation of appeal briefs, responses and attorney preparation for oral arguments

Required Skills and Preferences:

• Three or more years of litigation experience required. Medical Malpractice experience preferred
• Skilled at meeting deadlines under significant time pressure
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with a high degree of professionalism and client orientation
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to prioritize and work independently
• Ability to manage time and resources effectively and independently

Education:

• Juris Doctorate degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association with an outstanding academic record
• Admission to the Virginia Bar
• Must be and remain licensed to practice law and in good standing in the State of Virginia
• During employment, must meet requirement for continuing licensure for law practice; some opportunities for obtaining in-house CLE through Kaufman & Canoles will be available

Benefits:
Kaufman & Canoles offers a generous compensation and benefits package which includes a competitive salary, medical, dental, life insurance, 401(k)/profit sharing, paid time off, and long term disability.
Kaufman & Canoles is committed to equal employment opportunity in all aspects of our employment and retention practices and decisions.

Kaufman & Canoles is a highly respected corporate law firm with nine offices located throughout Virginia and North Carolina. We are well established in the legal community, with an excellent reputation with the judiciary as well as other attorneys. We have built our reputation on quality client services. We promote a culture of teamwork and a “can do” attitude. We keep abreast of changes in the law, we are readily accessible, and we render service in a timely manner. In short, we hold ourselves to the highest standards, and we are zealous, compassionate advocates for our clients.

The Kaufman & Canoles Richmond office is seeking a highly qualified Litigation Associate.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare court pleadings including drafting motions and responses, and filing and answering discovery requests in General District Court, Circuit Court, and/or Federal Court
• Research and draft memoranda of law and briefs
• Participate in pretrial and trial hearings in General District Court, Circuit Court, and/or Federal Court and proceedings before various state and federal agencies
• Prepare attorneys and clients for trials, depositions, and other court and administrative proceedings
• Participate in preparation of appeal briefs, responses and attorney preparation for oral arguments

Required Skills and Preferences:

• Two or more years of litigation experience preferred. Some experience or interest in employment law, creditors’ rights, bankruptcy, insolvency and restructuring preferred
• Superb research and analytical skills
• Strong organizational and matter management skills
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills
• Connection to the Richmond area preferred

Education:

• Juris Doctorate degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association with an outstanding academic record
• Admission to the Virginia Bar
• Additional bar admission in Maryland, DC, and/or North Carolina desirable
• Must be and remain licensed to practice law and in good standing in the Commonwealth of Virginia
• During employment, must meet requirement for continuing licensure for law practice; some opportunities for obtaining in-house CLE through Kaufman & Canoles will be available

Benefits:

Kaufman & Canoles offers a generous compensation and benefits package which includes a competitive salary, medical, dental, life insurance, 401(k)/profit sharing, paid time off, and long-term disability.

Kaufman & Canoles is committed to equal employment opportunity in all aspects of our employment and retention practices and decisions.

Kaufman & Canoles is seeking an experienced Employee Benefits Associate to join our highly collaborative five-person ESOPs, Benefits & Compensation team.

Our team advises privately held, publicly traded, governmental, and tax-exempt clients on a broad cross-section of benefits and compensation topics, including qualified retirement plans; employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs); nonqualified deferred compensation plans; equity compensation; employment tax; welfare benefits; M&A transactions; IRS and DOL audits and investigations; executive employment agreements; and related ERISA and benefits matters.

The successful candidate will:

• Possess two or more years of direct experience with employee benefits and executive compensation, preferably in a law firm environment. As the successful candidate will have the opportunity to join and grow the team’s existing ESOP practice, prior experience with private-company ESOPs would be helpful but is not required.
• Be committed to the long-term practice of employee benefits and executive compensation.
• Work in any of the Firm’s office locations (Norfolk, Richmond, Raleigh, Virginia Beach, Williamsburg, Newport News, Chesapeake).
• Work independently and proactively to build relationships with and advise the Firm’s clients and other attorneys on all benefits matters, as well as help build the ESOPs, Benefits & Compensation team’s capabilities and client base.

Education and License Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association.
• Admission to the Virginia or North Carolina Bar (or ability to become licensed and remain in good standing).

Compensation and Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary, performance-based bonus opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) match and profit sharing, and long-term disability.

Kaufman & Canoles is a highly respected corporate law firm with eight offices located throughout North Carolina and Virginia. We are well established in the legal community, with an excellent reputation with the judiciary as well as other attorneys. We have built our reputation on quality client services. We promote a culture of teamwork and a “can do” attitude. We keep abreast of changes in the law, we are readily accessible, and we render service in a timely manner. In short, we hold ourselves to the highest standards, and we are zealous, compassionate advocates for our clients.

The Kaufman & Canoles Raleigh office is seeking an experienced and highly qualified Commercial Real Estate  Attorney. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, demonstrable analytical and problem solving skills, strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities:

• Handle commercial real estate acquisitions, dispositions and financings, including negotiation of purchase and sale agreements, manage the property evaluation process (including matters of the title and survey), prepare transaction documents, review and negotiate loan documents and manage the closing process
• Coordinate and direct the review, management and preparation of commercial leasing documentation
• Review, analyze, prepare, and negotiate agreements for use in retail, industrial, and mixed-use developments including Reciprocal Easement Agreements (REA's) and Declarations of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&R's)

Required Skills:

• Minimum of five years job experience as a commercial real estate attorney with transactional experience
• Skilled at meeting deadlines under significant time pressure
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with a high degree of professionalism and client orientation
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to prioritize and work independently.
• Ability to manage time and resources effectively and independently

Education:

• Juris Doctorate degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association with an outstanding academic record
• Admission to the North Carolina Bar in good standing or the ability to waive in

Benefits:

Kaufman & Canoles offers a generous compensation and benefits package which includes a competitive salary, medical, dental and life insurance, 401(k)/profit sharing, paid time off, and long term disability.

Kaufman & Canoles is committed to equal employment opportunity in all aspects of our employment and retention practices and decisions.

Raleigh Commercial Real Estate Attorney

Kaufman & Canoles is a highly respected corporate law firm with eight offices located throughout North Carolina and Virginia. We are well established in the legal community, with an excellent reputation with the judiciary as well as other attorneys. We have built our reputation on quality client service. We promote a culture of teamwork and a “can do” attitude. We keep abreast of changes in the law, we are readily accessible, and we render service in a timely manner. In short, we hold ourselves to the highest standards and we are zealous, compassionate advocates for our clients.

Kaufman & Canoles’ Raleigh office is seeking an experienced and highly qualified Corporate Healthcare Attorney. The successful candidate will have 5 or more years of experience representing clients in the healthcare industry, handling corporate healthcare transactions and regulatory matters, demonstrable analytical and problem-solving skills, strong written and verbal communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel.

Responsibilities:

• Advise health care clients (such as health care systems, hospitals, long term care facilities, surgery centers, medical practices, physicians, and other providers and vendors in the health care space) on business, transactional and/or federal and state regulatory issues (including, without limitation, fraud and abuse, licensing, privacy and security, corporate practice of medicine, and other health care regulatory issues)
• Provide legal analysis and advice concerning health care regulatory compliance, physician-hospital relationships, and a wide variety of healthcare business and operational issues, including patient care matters to clients
• Experience in general transactional work, including mergers and acquisitions, corporate formation, conducting due diligence, as well as reviewing, drafting and negotiating transactional documents

Required Skills:

• Minimum five years job experience as a commercial healthcare attorney with transactional experience
• Skilled at meeting deadlines under significant time pressure
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with a high degree of professionalism and client orientation
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to prioritize and work independently.
• Ability to manage time and resources effectively and independently

Education:

• Juris Doctorate degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association with an outstanding academic record
• Admission to the North Carolina Bar in good standing or the ability to waive in
• During employment, must meet requirement for continuing licensure for law practice; some opportunities for obtaining in- house CLE through Kaufman & Canoles will be available

Benefits:

Kaufman & Canoles offers a generous compensation and benefits package which includes a competitive salary, medical, dental, life insurance, 401(k)/profit sharing, paid time off, and long-term disability.

Kaufman & Canoles is committed to equal employment opportunity in all aspects of our employment and retention practices and decisions.

Raleigh Healthcare Attorney

Kaufman & Canoles is a highly respected corporate law firm with eight offices located throughout North Carolina and Virginia. We are well established in the legal community, with an excellent reputation with the judiciary as well as other attorneys. We have built our reputation on quality client services. We promote a culture of teamwork and a “can do” attitude. We keep abreast of changes in the law, we are readily accessible, and we render service in a timely manner. In short, we hold ourselves to the highest standards, and we are zealous, compassionate advocates for our clients.

The Kaufman & Canoles Raleigh office is seeking an experienced and highly qualified Labor and Employment Attorney. Our Labor and Employment attorneys work closely with public and private employers across North Carolina in all employment matters. Ideal candidates will possess experience in handbook development, employment counseling, complex litigation, wage and hour matters, arbitration, policy development, class actions, covenants not to compete, employment agreements, severance agreements, ADA, FMLA, EEO, VOSH, and OSHA. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, demonstrable analytical and problem-solving skills, strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities:

• Represent management in a full array of labor and employment issues.
• Counsel and represent clients in court and before administrative agencies.
• Provide effective and practical advice to clients to minimize risk, implement effective policies, and keep them out of court.
• Deliver thorough factual and legal research and analysis in pleadings, memoranda, and other written documents.
• Manage matters from commencement to final resolution.
• Competently and professionally develop and maintain a client base.

Requirements: 

Education:

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association with an outstanding academic record.
• Admission to the North Carolina Bar.
• Must be and remain licensed to practice law and in good standing in the State of North Carolina.
• During employment, must meet requirements for continuing licensure for law practice; some opportunities for obtaining in-house CLE through Kaufman & Canoles will be available.

Qualifications:

• Must possess a minimum of 5 years prior experience practicing labor and employment law.
• Demonstrated commitment to practice labor and employment law in the following areas: handbook development, employment counseling, complex litigation, wage and hour matters, arbitration, policy development, class actions, covenants not to compete, employment agreements, severance agreements, ADA, FMLA, EEO, VOSH, and OSHA.
• Strong organizational and matter management skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, other firm attorneys, support staff, and outside professionals.
• Excellent writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and self-management skills.
• Prior experience as an associate in the labor and employment practice group of a highly respected, full-service corporate law firm highly preferred.

Benefits:

We offer competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit package. Relocation for out of the area candidates is available for this position. Benefits include medical, dental, life insurance, 401(k)/profit sharing, paid time off, and long-term disability.

Kaufman & Canoles is committed to equal employment opportunity in all aspects of our employment and retention practices and decisions.

Raleigh Labor and Employment Attorney

Kaufman & Canoles is a highly respected corporate law firm with nine offices located throughout Virginia and North Carolina. We are well established in the legal community, with an excellent reputation with the judiciary as well as other attorneys. We have built our reputation on quality client services. We promote a culture of teamwork and a “can do” attitude. We keep abreast of changes in the law, we are readily accessible, and we render service in a timely manner. In short, we hold ourselves to the highest standards, and we are zealous, compassionate advocates for our clients.

The Kaufman & Canoles Newport News office is seeking a highly qualified Litigation Associate.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare court pleadings including drafting motions and responses and filing and answering discovery requests in General District Court and Circuit Court.
• Research and draft memoranda of law and briefs.
• Participate in pretrial and trial hearings in General District Court and Circuit Court. Prepare attorneys and clients for trials and depositions.
• Participate in preparation of appeal briefs, responses and attorney preparation for oral arguments.

Required Skills and Preferences:

• Litigation experience preferred.
• Superb research and analytical skills.
• Strong organizational and matter management skills.
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills.
• Connection to the Hampton Roads area preferred.

Education:

• Juris Doctorate degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association with an outstanding academic record.
• Admission to the Virginia Bar.
• Must be and remain licensed to practice law and in good standing in the State of Virginia.
• During employment, must meet requirement for continuing licensure for law practice; some opportunities for obtaining in-house CLE through Kaufman & Canoles will be available.

Benefits:

Kaufman & Canoles offers a generous compensation and benefits package which includes a competitive salary, medical, dental, life insurance, 401(k)/profit sharing, paid time off, and long-term disability.

Kaufman & Canoles is committed to equal employment opportunity in all aspects of our employment and retention practices and decisions.

Summer associates gain a truly realistic view of what an associate's life at our firm is all about. You'll have assignments from several areas of our practice, and you'll have the opportunity to work with a variety of attorneys. You will attend courtroom proceedings, client conferences, closings, depositions, and firm-sponsored seminars. We will also match you with lawyer mentors to enrich your professional development.

Quality of life is important to us, and being located in the heart of a resort destination will give you countless opportunities to see, learn, and enjoy. The area offers boating, Triple-A baseball, concerts, theater, excellent museums, and a world of outdoor activities, all in full swing during our summer program.

Summer associates experience all facets of life here, hard work included, so decisions about your future and full-time employment can be made with eyes wide open. If our past summer associates' experiences are any indication, you will love our philosophy of hard work and great rewards.

Rising 2L law students who are interested in applying for a Summer 2026 position should contact their law school career services office to find out if Kaufman & Canoles will be conducting on-campus interviews at their school. If K&C does not plan to interview at your school, please submit your resume and cover letter below by June 30, 2025.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Brooke Burbage, Recruiting Manager, at blburbage@kaufcan.com. 

For information regarding diversity at Kaufman & Canoles, please click here.

Commitment to diversity is a core value at Kaufman & Canoles, and it is our mission to maintain equality throughout all aspects of our business.  Not only does it make us a stronger, better service provider for our clients, it is simply the right thing to do. That’s why we have established a Diversity & Inclusion Committee to:

• Develop policies to recruit, hire and retain more attorneys of diverse backgrounds;
• Promote the firm’s image as a leader in the profession and in our communities committed to inclusiveness in employment; and
• Emphasize the importance of diversity and inclusion in the firm’s recruiting, retention, mentoring, leadership development, training and community outreach.

In an effort to improve our recruiting of talented diverse attorneys, we focus on early identification of minority candidates who demonstrate an aptitude for and interest in the legal profession, sponsor events in our community that raise awareness and funds for minority organizations, attend diversity seminars, host minority recruiting events to introduce students to the firm, and serve on non-profit boards that promote diversity within our community.

Please click here to learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.