Litigation Legal Assistant - (Newport News, VA)

The Newport News office of Kaufman & Canoles seeks an experienced professional Legal Secretary to perform a variety of administrative duties in support of a Litigation Attorney. Applicants must possess a min of 3 yrs' relevant work background, proficiency in Ms office 2010, and typing skills at a level of 60 WPM. Exceptional management expertise, meticulous attention to detail and expertise to work autonomously. RESPONSIBILITIES: Acts as liaison between current and potential clients and the attorneys by maintaining continual communications via email, telephone, and in person. Follows up with clients regarding status of cases, appointments, billing, etc. Prepares correspondence, pleadings, discovery documents, reports, contracts, and letters. Review, proof and format legal documents. Maintains attorneys calendars to include scheduling appointments, court appearances, depositions, meetings, and conference calls.