Legal Assistant

Eraclides Gelman; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid time off & floating holidays

Gym Membership Reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Eraclides Gelman in Jacksonville, FL, seeks a Legal Assistant to join the workers' compensation defense team. The candidate will support attorneys with documents, calendars, and case management, while benefiting from a training-oriented environment.

Ideal for someone with office or administrative experience who thrives in a fast-paced setting. The role offers full-time hours, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth within a large regional firm.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced legal office preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Word and Outlook.
• High school diploma required.
• Training available for strong administrative candidates.

Responsibilities

• Prepare correspondence and legal documents under attorney supervision.
• Maintain trial and discovery calendars and coordinate events.
• Assist with litigation tasks, including dictation, scheduling, electronic filing, and file management.
• Perform additional administrative duties as needed.

Skills

Legal experience

Administrative experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

MS Word

Outlook

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Aderant Sierra

Job description

Managing Partner seeks Legal Assistant to join his team in Jacksonville office of large Southeast regional workers' compensation insurance defense practice. Whether you're an experienced professional or eager to learn, we welcome candidates with a positive attitude, strong organizational skills, and a team-oriented mindset. Our firm combines the benefits of a large organization with the close-knit feel of a small firm.

Position Overview:

As a Legal Assistant, you will support our attorneys in managing Workers' Compensation defense files. This role requires energy, adaptability, and a willingness to learn. We provide training for individuals with office or administrative experience who are looking to grow their careers in the legal field.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare correspondence and legal documents under attorney supervision
• Maintain trial and discovery calendars and coordinate key events
• Assist attorneys with litigation tasks, including dictation, scheduling, electronic filing, and case file management
• Perform additional administrative duties as needed

Qualifications:

• Prior legal experience is preferred, but we are open to training individuals with exceptional administrative or office experience
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Strong critical thinking, communication, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook
• Experience in Aderant Sierra software a plus
• High School Diploma required

Job Details:

• Job Type: Full-time
• Salary: Based on experience

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid time off & floating holidays
• Gym Membership Reimbursement
• Wellness programs

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• 8-hour shift- 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
• Join our team and build a rewarding career in a supportive, growth-oriented environment

We run background checks on all prospective employees.