Research Specialist

Overview

The organization is seeking a Research Specialist to join its Library and Research Department. This is a full-time, fully remote position open to candidates based anywhere in the United States.

The Research Specialist will deliver high-quality legal research and retrieval services in support of the firm’s law firm clients. The role emphasizes proficiency with electronic research platforms and internal tools to ensure accurate and timely results.

A particular focus is intellectual property (IP) research, supporting attorneys and legal teams on matters involving patents, trademarks, copyrights, and related areas. Familiarity with IP research tools and resources is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth legal, business, and other research and reference work using both legal and non-legal information resources.
• Perform effective reference interviews and synthesize findings into clear, concise, and actionable reports.
• Evaluate information sources for currency, reliability, relevance, and cost-effectiveness; select appropriate tools and databases to meet research needs.
• Maintain expertise across a broad range of legal, business, legislative, analytics, and docket resources, including:
  • Lexis
  • Westlaw
  • Bloomberg Law
  • PACER
  • WK VitalLaw
  • Lex Machina
• Utilize request tracking software to manage, process, and document research tasks efficiently and accurately.
• Stay current in the legal research field through continued professional development, including active participation in library associations and related activities.

Requirements

• MLS (Master of Library Science) or equivalent experience in legal research within a law firm, academic law library, special library, or research center.
• J.D. Preferred
• 5–7 years of professional research experience in a private law firm, academic law library, special library, or research-focused organization.
• Strong working knowledge of legal and business information sources, including online database searching, legal research techniques, and business intelligence gathering.
• Demonstrated experience using Lexis, Westlaw, and other core legal research platforms.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple deadlines while maintaining responsiveness and attention to detail.
• Excellent client service orientation, with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized with effective time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a service-oriented team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in IP research.
• Familiarity with IP tools and resources, including:
  • Darts-IP
  • LexisNexis TotalPatent One
  • Derwent Innovation
  • USPTO databases
  • Saegis
  • Other IP resources
• Knowledge of global IP filings, prosecution histories, and litigation analytics.

Location

• United States (remote)

Compensation & Benefits

• Full-time role (compensation and benefits not specified in the provided description).

Equal Opportunity Employer

The organization is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, national origin, ancestry, age, parental status, disabled status, veteran status, or any other legally protected classification, in accordance with applicable law.