Careers

The Chesapeake office of Kaufman & Canoles is seeking a part-time Receptionist/Real Estate Assistant. Under general supervision provides general office support with a variety of administrative and related tasks. Responsible for answering incoming calls , directing calls to the appropriate personnel, setting up and cleaning up conference rooms, kitchen organization and cleaning, supply inventory and stocking, processing outgoing postal mail, sorting inter-office and incoming postal mail, check requests, accepting payments from clients, supporting the Legal Assistants and Attorneys with various task such as time sheets, pleading indexes, folder labels, copies/prints and other duties as assigned . Maintains positive contact with attorneys, support staff and clients; observes confidentiality of client and firm matters. Candidates should be proficient in Microsoft Office 2016, have excellent communication and writing skills and exhibit attention to detail.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Interacts with the clients via telephone, email and in person.
• Operates standard office equipment, including personal computer, copier, scanner, and telephone.
• Reviews, sorts and dates mail.
• Arranges and schedules client appointments using KCI Reservation.
• Assists in the preparing for and setting up meetings.
• Cleaning and inventory of kitchen areas, conference rooms and supply areas.
• Coordinates daily catering orders and pays monthly catering house accounts.
• Assist in light typing, filing and making copies for attorneys.
• Coordinates real estate closings and managing real estate matters under Attorney's supervision.
• Performs a variety of other administrative tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Legal industry experience preferred.
• Real Estate experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous client/customer service is a plus.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, strong ability to multi-task and attention to detail.
• Demonstrate proactive approach to problem-solving with strong decision-making capability.
• Operational knowledge of standard office equipment including copier, scanner, and telephone.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 2016 and Outlook.
• Ability to routinely lift, carry, push, pull, slide materials weighing up to 25 lbs.

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

Immediate opening for smart, driven, team-player paralegal. Kaufman & Canoles is seeking a qualified full time Civil Litigation Paralegal to serve in our Richmond office. The candidate will support a minimum of three attorneys plus other support staff in consumer finance, labor & employment, business and real estate litigation in state and federal courts.

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 hard-bound 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
• Coordinating e-filing with print vendors for appellate level briefs
• 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

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent attitude and team player mentality
• Civil litigation experience preferred but not required
• 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 a must
• Experience with Federal Court filings and systems such as PACER and ECF
• Working knowledge of the federal Rules of Civil and Appellate Procedure and Supreme Court of Virginia Rules of Civil Procedure
• Experience with case management software a plus

Our attorneys have earned a reputation for outstanding legal services to clients in all aspects of this practice area. We are well established in the legal community, with an excellent reputation with the judiciary as well as other attorneys. 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 is committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) in all aspects of our employment and retention practices and decisions.

Kaufman & Canoles is a highly respected corporate law firm with eight offices located throughout 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 Virginia Beach office is seeking an experienced and highly qualified Associate for litigation regarding real estate, title insurance, construction, creditor’s rights and related areas. Candidates should possess an understanding of the Rules of Civil Procedure, and have a working knowledge of various real estate issues including, but not limited to, deeds and deeds of trust, boundary lines, easements, partitions, intestacy laws, judgments and lien priority.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze the issues surrounding the matter and develop a strategy for resolving the matter in an efficient and effective manner under the supervision of senior attorneys
• Provide effective and practical advice to clients regarding litigation involving real estate title matters
• Prepare and review court pleadings
• Participate in trial preparation to include drafting pretrial motions, answering discovery requests, preparation for depositions
• Research and drat memoranda of law and briefs
• Participate in pretrial and trial hearings
• Prepare, review and edit deeds, deeds of trust, deeds of easement, boundary line agreements and similar documents under the supervision of senior attorneys
• The Associate will be asked to conduct settlement negotiations, mediations, arbitrations with third parties and counseling of clients.

Qualifications:

• Level of experience: 3-5 years with demonstrated litigation experience and an in-depth working knowledge of real estate litigation and construction litigation, specifically
• Motivated, self-starter
• Excellent writing, research, analytical, public speaking and communication skills
• Strong organizational and matter management skills
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, other firm attorneys, support staff and outside professionals
• Strong ethics, strong work ethic, sense of loyalty, superior academic credentials, strong recommendations from current employer or employers, “can do” attitude, connections to South Hampton Roads preferred

Note:  In order to be considered for this position you will need to attach a writing sample to your application.

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 in Virginia and be in good standing in the State of Virginia
• During employment, must meet requirements for continuing licensure for law practice; some opportunities for obtaining in-houses 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.

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

For more information or to schedule an interview, please contact our Recruiting Coordinator, Sharon L. Withers at slwithers@kaufcan.com.

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 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.