Associate Attorney

Eraclides Gelman; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching employer

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

Eraclides Gelman in Tallahassee, FL seeks an attorney to join our growing Workers' Compensation Defense team. You will work closely with partners and senior associates who mentor you and help develop your litigation skills.

We offer strong training, a clear path to partnership, and competitive six-figure compensation with comprehensive benefits. This in-person role emphasizes client service, accountability, and growth within a collaborative, supportive culture.

Qualifications

• Must graduate from an accredited law school.
• Active Bar membership or eligible to sit for the Bar.
• 0–5 years of experience preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with partners and senior associates on cases.
• Develop a personal caseload with mentoring and guidance.
• Master the litigation process and client development.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Hard-working

Willingness to learn

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

The largest Workers' Compensation Defense firm in the Southeast seeks a talented attorney for our Tallahassee, FL office.

We are looking to mentor associates who are bright, hard-working, have strong communication skills, and want to work in an active and engaging practice. We strongly believe in training and promoting from within, and we have a Director of Associate Advancement to help you progress in your career with us. The average is 5 years for an associate to earn Partnership.

We offer very competitive compensation packages ranging into 6-figures based on experience and excellent growth opportunities. Many other work-life balance perks including credit for billable hours to make sure you take vacations, 401k matching, paid gym membership, etc. With 11 offices, we offer the benefits of Big Law but with the culture of a small firm that feels like family.

You will work closely with partners and senior associates who will provide active mentoring and client contact. Partners will devote time and energy to training and mentoring as well as providing you with exposure and counseling on the client development process. In exchange, they seek an eager associate who wants to learn how to master the litigation process and who will anticipate the needs of a case to make it his/her own and the ability to grow his/her own caseload.

To qualify for this position, you must have graduated from an accredited law school and be an active member of the Bar or have recently taken the Bar Exam. 0 - 5 years of experience is preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Benefits:

• 401(k) plan with matching employer contribution
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus earned monthly

License/Certification:

• Bar (Required)

Industry

• Law Practice

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

We run background checks on all prospective employees.