Legal Researcher

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Perform comprehensive legal, regulatory, legislative, corporate, and general research for attorneys and administrative personnel.

• Exhibit proficiency with Lexis, CourtLink, public records platforms, and various research tools.

• Define research objectives, propose effective research strategies, and provide actionable insights.

• Conduct business development, competitive intelligence, client, industry, and market research.

• Generate succinct research summaries, reports, and analyses of sources.

• Establish and manage alerts for clients, cases, and industry updates.

• Aid in the implementation and responsible utilization of legal AI tools.

• Assist in onboarding and training attorneys and staff on research tools, AI platforms, alerts, and best practices.

• Collaborate and work independently to produce high-quality research outcomes.

• Undertake additional related duties as required.

⛳️ Requirements

• Advanced degree in Library Science, MLIS or equivalent, and/or J.D. preferred.

• A minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in conducting thorough legal research.

• Experience in general litigation research, including case law and expert witness research.

• Familiarity with the legal profession and foundational knowledge of litigation and transactional practices.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Highly developed organizational capabilities.

• Knowledge of legal AI tools with demonstrated experience in utilizing AI for legal research.

• Capability to independently manage projects and complete them efficiently and effectively.

• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

• Experience with research-related databases and a commitment to ongoing learning.

• Ability to take initiative, work under pressure, and fulfill assignments accurately, promptly, and professionally.

• Must reside in a state where the firm has an office.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary.

• Flexible benefits program.

• Generous 401(k) plan.

• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

• Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

• Supportive environment promoting work-life balance.

• Opportunities for career development.

• Professional growth prospects.

• Remote work arrangement available.