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Min 2 yrs required
Research Specialist Duties: Under general supervision of the Research Services Manager and following prescribed department, office and firm procedures, responsible for responding to user requests for all types of assistance. is expected to serve as a positive role model and mentor, and to perform all responsibilities with a commitment to providing superior service to the firm’s clients, attorneys, advisors and staff, and maintaining an atmosphere of teamwork and continuous improvement. Fulfill the needs of the firm in a manner which is consistent with the Firm’s Core Values. Perform reference and research duties, including responding to user requests for information from internal and external resources, onsite and offsite materials, and print and non-print media; supports research needs of attorneys, paralegals, and marketing, particularly for the firm’s Environmental, Financial Restructuring, IP, and Real Estate practices. Perform online searches using such external databases as Westlaw, LexisAdvance, Docket Navigator, Lex Machina, DebtWire, Bloomberg among others. Analyze internal and external data sources for use in the firm’s business intelligence efforts. Coordinate interlibrary loans, including responding to incoming requests from other firms. Perform electronic current awareness monitoring, analyzing the results and providing appropriate information to attorneys. Coordinate with assigned practice groups and departmental staff in the recommendation and consolidation of practice group’s resources, including both recommendations for purchase and cancellation. Handle requests from management, and attorneys from other firm offices, both domestically and internationally. Provide back-up coverage in the event of other department staff member absences. Schedule and follow-up on online database training for attorneys, paralegals and others, including initial skills assessment. Maintain awareness of current legal and business research materials, techniques and resources; build research skills in new areas of the law. Assist in resolving technical problems and issues, as appropriate. Handle administrative and other projects as assigned.
Qualification and Experience
Requirements: Master of Library Science degree required; JD Degree from accredited institution a plus. 2+ years law firm library experience. Ability to read, write and speak English. Substantive reference and research skills including familiarity with the wide range of legal and business materials found in a various practices. Substantive understanding of legal literature, its organization and availability in a multitude of formats. Familiarity with standard business print and online resources. Familiarity with emerging technologies and their licensing methods. Excellent written and oral communication skills, including grammar, spelling and punctuation. Strong working knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint and Word, and document management systems. Proficiency on office equipment used on a regular basis including computers, printers, copy machines, facsimile machines and telephones. Ability to work independently, take initiative, set priorities and see projects through completion. Ability to meet deadlines and respond to changing priorities. Ability to handle many tasks simultaneously. Ability to perform mathematical functions - add, subtract, multiply, divide, percentages. Ability to work with a wide range of people in a team setting. Ability to establish effective working relationships within the department, office and firm. Ability to establish effective working relationships with clients, vendors and others outside the firm. Strong service orientation. Commitment to the office and firm. Commitment to professional growth.
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