Legal Research Librarians (Contract)

Overview

A legal services organization is seeking Legal Research Librarians (Contract) to join their specialist teams. These contract positions support the Research & Information Services team by providing high-quality research services and work products for clients. This is a fully remote, virtual opportunity available on a contractual (1099) basis nationwide. The role supports specific client engagements on a project-by-project basis, with hours and work type varying depending on the project and client.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth legal, corporate, and other research to support clients' librarians, attorneys, paralegals, and staff using a variety of resources
• Monitor and respond to research requests, coordinating efforts with research team members across locations
• Prioritize and respond to requests, analyze and synthesize results, compile answers, and communicate research findings clearly and concisely
• Learn and adopt specific policies and procedures of the client’s law library department
• Provide excellent customer service

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a law firm library in a reference/research position with expertise in legal and corporate research
• Bachelor's degree required; Master’s degree in Librarianship or Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution or JD from an ABA-accredited institution preferred
• Proficiency with standard research resources such as Westlaw, LexisNexis, Bloomberg Law, and others
• Knowledge of a wide variety of general electronic research databases (fee-based and free), subject-specific databases, and legal analytics tools
• Excellent communication skills to effectively deliver and explain research findings verbally and in written summaries and analyses
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaborate with client teams and other contract researchers to prioritize and execute tasks effectively
• Reliable internet connection for virtual work

Compensation & Benefits

• Contractual (1099) basis
• Fully remote, nationwide

Location

• Remote (nationwide)