Legal Assistant

Eraclides Gelman; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; 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 seeks a dedicated Legal Assistant to join our team in a supportive, growth-oriented environment. The role focuses on supporting attorneys in managing Workers' Compensation defense files and learning the legal workflow.

We welcome candidates with a positive attitude and strong organizational skills, offering training and a pathway to develop legal expertise within a collaborative firm setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in a legal/office environment is helpful but training is available.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

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.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Organizational skills

Team player

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Aderant Sierra

Job description

Eraclides Gelman is seeking a dedicated Legal Assistant to join our team. 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 a plus, but we are open to training individuals with 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.