Legal Research Analyst I

P aul Hastings is a leading international law firm that provides innovative legal solutions to many of the world's top financial institutions and Fortune Global 500 companies. With a strong presence throughout Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the U.S., we have the global reach and extensive capabilities to provide personalized service wherever our clients’ needs take us. As one of the world’s leading law firms, we seek dynamic individuals who share our commitment to service, innovation, and professional growth.

We have an opening for a Legal Research Analyst I.

The Legal Research Analyst I provides legal and business research and reference assistance to the Attorneys, Staff, and reports to the Director, Research.

In this capacity, the Legal Research Analyst I will

Provide reference, research and support to Legal Research Analysts, Attorneys, and

Staff in a timely and efficient manner. Where applicable, provides in-depth analysis

and summarization of results. Bills time to client/matters as appropriate;

Provides consultative research and reference support advising lawyers on the optimal

strategy and source selection to obtain most authoritative and cost-effective results;

Performs in-depth legal, corporate, financial and/or general research for lawyers, staff,

and clients by utilizing the appropriate mix of the firm’s wide range of external and internal

legal, business, and news resources;

Collaborate as necessary with other members of the Practice Innovation & Legal

Solutions Department on projects and with the Firm’s other departments and teams;

Assist in the dissemination and organization of information obtained in print and

electronic resources/databases;

Presents and packages research findings clearly and concisely;Monitors daily news, legislative and regulatory developments as required;Deliver research training to attorneys and staff and assist in the development of new

research and reference offerings;

Stay abreast of latest research resources, technologies and search techniques. Keep

department leadership informed of potential additions and/or enhancements to research

services;

Participates in team initiatives to promote research resources, tools, and services;Work beyond scheduled hours as required; andHandle additional related projects as assigned.

Proficiencies

Expert-level knowledge in English language skills, including punctuation, spelling,

grammar, and writing skills;

Advanced proficiency in Lexis, Westlaw, and a wide range of other standard and

specialized legal and business research platforms;

Advance proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Microsoft Outlook, Excel

and Word, Adobe Acrobat and other common legal systems; the ability to quickly learn and

apply new technologies and workflows; and the ability to type 60 WPM;

Superior verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills with a commitment to

providing quality work product and outstanding customer service; knowledge of office

practices and procedures, including telephone etiquette;

Motivated and proactive individual with the ability to work on a collaborative, service-

oriented team; and to work independently, initiating and carrying projects through to

completion;

Highly developed organizational skills;Fundamental knowledge of legal and business research resources employed by global

law firms (preferred);

Proficient in online research and legal databases; andKnowledge of database structure and theory.

Qualifications

At least 2 years of experience providing reference and research, preferably in a law or

business library; and

Advanced degree (MLS, MLIS) in library science, library information science or related

field (required); or currently enrolled an advanced degree (required).

Employees will be provided with an excellent career opportunity in a collaborative environment, in addition to a generous total compensation package with the opportunity to earn bonuses based on individual contribution and firm profitability.

Eligible employees can participate in the Firm’s comprehensive benefits program, which include the following:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Long Term Care, and Short and Long Term DisabilityFlexible Spending Account and Health Savings AccountHealthcare Concierge and AdvocacyVoluntary 401k Plan and Profit Sharing10 Paid Holidays per year and a generous PTO programFamily Support including Pediatric Mental Health and Parental Support, Paid Parental

Leave, Fertility Benefits, and Breast Milk Shipping

Back-up Child Care, Elder Care, and TutoringWellness Programs (Employee Assistance Program, Mental Health, and Well-Being

Events)

Retirement Plan ConsultingAnniversary Bonus ProgramProfessional Development ProgramsTransportation Allowance and Commuter BenefitsInternational Travel InsuranceAuto/Home/Legal InsurancePet InsuranceEmployee discountsAnd more!

The Firm has a range of diversity initiatives including our Paul Hastings Affinity Networks (PHANs), Women’s Initiative, and PH Balanced. These initiatives provide a firmwide forum to share experiences, as well as an opportunity to participate in a supportive network with common interests to help make life at the firm more inclusive. Learn more about our Global Diversity, Inclusion and Wellness Initiatives here.

Paul Hastings LLP is an equal employment and affirmative action employer F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.