Summary The United States Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims has exclusive jurisdiction over decisions of the Board of Veterans' Appeals (Board). The Court reviews Board decisions appealed by claimants who believe the Board erred in its decision. The Court's review of Board decisions is based on the record before the agency and arguments of the parties, which are presented in written briefs, with oral argument generally held only in cases presenting new legal issues. Responsibilities Duties and Responsibilities: The Confidential Assistant (akin to a Judicial Assistant in many federal courts) is responsible for the following: Case tracking and the administrative operations of the chambers, including creating and maintaining physical and electronic case files; updating the status of assigned cases in the electronic chambers log; and submitting orders, decisions, and opinions for issuance through a Court electronic case management system. Planning and coordinating meetings; assisting in...