To support its law firm clients, the full-time Research Specialist will conduct high-quality legal research with a focus on intellectual property matters, utilizing various electronic research platforms in a fully remote work environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct in-depth legal, business, and other research using both legal and non-legal information resources
Synthesize research findings into clear, concise, and actionable reports while performing effective reference interviews
Evaluate and select appropriate information sources and tools to meet diverse research needsRequired Qualifications: MLS (Master of Library Science) or equivalent experience in legal research; J.D. preferred
5-7 years of professional research experience in a law firm or research-focused organization
Strong working knowledge of legal and business information sources and online database searching
Demonstrated experience using Lexis, Westlaw, and other core legal research platforms
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
