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Withers Bergman LLP - Research and Knowledge Analyst
Location: Greenwich or New Haven, CT
Salary Range: $110,000 - $120,000
About Withers:
A law firm focused on people, performance, and collaboration. For the past 125 years, we have supported some of the world’s most remarkable people and organizations at defining moments in their lives. As the global private client firm, we are trusted advisors to families, founders, fiduciaries and businesses – and more than this, to governments, charities and financial institutions. We structure, grow and preserve capital. We protect reputations and relationships, ideas and innovations. We secure our clients’ legacies across generations. We are united in our commitment to integrity, quality and collaboration. We have a culture of high performance and deliver excellent service consistently across the firm. We provide tailored solutions built on trust and partner with our clients to achieve their goals. Many of our clients are shaping the future, and creating solutions to tackle many of the world’s problems. It makes for a fascinating and challenging practice. Our role is to get to know each individual client, find out where they want to be, and help them to get there – whether they are building a business, buying a home or protecting and defending their interests. To meet their unique needs we are exceptionally collaborative, working together across teams and time zones. And we are agile – focusing on strategy rather than rigid ideas and traditional hierarchy. We are delighted that we have been awarded Mansfield Certification Plus in relation to our recruitment and leadership progression efforts in the US and UK. This certification is an encouraging milestone as we continue to champion diversity within our organization and in the wider legal sector. Join us to be part of a team that is always looking to the future. Where initiative, big ideas and bold moves are always encouraged. Where you can truly be yourself.
For more information on Withers, please visit the following links: General Career Site, LinkedIn, About Us.
The firm is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Equal employment opportunity has been and will continue to be a fundamental principle at the firm. Employment at the firm is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The firm prohibits and will not tolerate any discrimination or harassment on the basis of any of these classifications or characteristics. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website to apply for a position, please contact the firm at (203) 789-1320 or email [email protected] with your request. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation are made on a case-by-case basis.~
Overview:
The Withers Library and Knowledge Services team is an award winning, collaborative and high-performing team comprised of fourteen people globally. The Research and Knowledge Analyst role requires a strong team player who can work independently but also has the interpersonal skills to build relationships with people in different roles across the global firm. Our goal as a global team is to ensure that everyone in the firm is equipped with the knowledge and resources required to deliver a top-class service to our clients. Within the US, the successful candidate will be part of our efforts to raise the profile of library and knowledge in the region and build relationships with people in different roles across the global firm.Working primarily with the Library and Knowledge team and Knowledge Lawyers based in the US and London, the Research & Knowledge Analyst will have shared responsibility for the provision of library and knowledge services to all seven of Withers' US offices.
This is a hybrid role and will work out of our Greenwich or New Haven office.
Occasional travel to other East Coast offices may be required. The role will report to the US Head of Libraries & Knowledge.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Research and Training
- Act as a trusted advisor to attorneys and business teams by proactively identifying insights, resources and tools that support client delivery, business development, and strategic decision making.
- Perform legal and business research for attorneys and business services teams.
- Conduct research to support business development and strategic priorities.
- Guide and train attorneys and staff on the effective use of research databases, AI-assisted research, knowledge repositories, practice specific resources and print collections.
- Assist attorneys and business services teams with the monitoring of legal, business and news sources for current developments in practice areas and client industries.
- Record time spent on research utilizing the firm's billing software. Developing the Service
- Promote research services by proactively providing information to attorneys and staff, including leading new joiner orientations and practice meeting attendance.
- Willing and able to present ideas and implement 'best practices'.
- Advise on local policies and procedures for the US offices in line with the firm's global strategy for Library & Knowledge Services.
- Collaborate and attend regular meetings with other Library and Knowledge Services team members in the US and overseas offices.
- Build strong collaborative relationships with US colleagues in other support teams including IT, Conflicts and HR.
- Contribute to and complete administrative and other projects as assigned.
Managing Resources
- Maintain office library print collections, which may include shelving, circulating, shifting, weeding and relocating library materials.
- Shared responsibility for the evaluation of resources, including, but not limited to, assessing the business need for new acquisitions and current subscriptions.Knowledge Sharing
- Assist with knowledge management initiatives and the rollout of new tools and other initiatives, as required.
- Collaborate with US-based and overseas Knowledge Lawyers on identifying knowledge gaps and facilitate knowledge sharing.
- Commitment to maintaining individual professional development through literature review and attendance at various webinars/conferences and sharing those insights with colleagues.
Key Skills and Experience:
- Master’s degree in Library and Information Science (MLS/MLIS) from an ALA-accredited program
- 5 to 10+ years' professional experience in a law library.
- Supervisory experience is a plus.
- Proficiency with online resources including Westlaw Edge, Lexis+, Checkpoint, VitalLaw, Bloomberg Law, Lexis Newsdesk, Capital IQ, Practical Law, Intelligize, TLO, PACER and other types of web based services.
- Strong understanding of generative AI tools embedded in research platforms (Lexis, Bloomberg, etc) and standalone tools such as Legora or Microsoft Copilot and how they can be used to enhance the speed, accuracy, and insightfulness of research outputs
- Experience with tax, trusts & estates, litigation, corporate, real estate and intellectual property legal practices.
- Experience in competitive intelligence research such as profiling companies or individuals for business development and strategic purposes.
- Basic familiarity with integrated library systems. Experience with Soutron is a plus.
- Familiarity with original/copy cataloging and creation/maintenance of intranet pages is a plus.
- Experience with electronic resource management tools like Onelog or similar.
- Able to summarize large pieces of text and other information, accurately and succinctly.
- Able to work independently as well as within a team
- Strong service orientation with commitment to outstanding customer service.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Able to meet deadlines, manage multiple projects and deliver under pressure.
- Proficiency in the use of standard PC applications, including Microsoft Office suite.
- Familiarity with document management systems. Experience with iManage is a plus.
- Strong IT skills, technical curiosity and ability to quickly learn new technologies.
- Skilled at using own initiative to find solutions to questions or problems and committed to seeing new projects through to completion.
- Solid interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
- Able to communicate with people at all levels of seniority and understand the needs and sensitivities required to work within a global team.
- Ability and desire to mentor other team members.
- Ability to operate copy machines and other standard office equipment.
- Light lifting of books and other library materials is required.
Apply directly at https://candidate.witherscareers.com/308626WTHS
Yeshiva University - Law Librarian
Job no: 498742
Work type: Staff 1199 Union, Staff Full-time
Department: University Libraries
Location: Brookdale Center, 55 Fifth Avenue, NY, NY
Categories: Library
To apply, visit: https://apptrkr.com/7079847
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Position Summary:
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This position reports to the Head of Reference and Faculty Services and serves as a member of the law library's reference team, supporting a diverse community of faculty, students, and alumni by answering complex legal research, performing collection development, and participating in student outreach. Core responsibilities include staffing the reference desk, including email and chat reference, answering sophisticated legal research questions, creating and maintaining LibGuides, and participating in selecting materials to meet the evolving needs of the law school community. Additionally, the position contributes to student outreach efforts through creating and promoting library events and displays. The position also offers opportunities for growth in teaching workshops and contributing to broader instructional programs.
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Position Responsibilities:
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Performs professional duties related to providing library collections and services for the University community.
- Performs library Collection Development and Collection Management tasks including but not limited to
- Selecting library materials for acquisition – physical and electronic monographic and serials materials, databases, websites, etc.
- Monitoring library materials expenditures.
- Developing approval plans.
- Implementing electronic reserves services.
- Monitoring product and service interfaces and making adjustments as warranted.
- Implements electronic reserves services
- Filtering course syllabi and interfacing with faculty about additional course materials and copyright restrictions.
- Organizing, scanning, and making reserve materials accessible.
- Updating, maintaining, and reviewing course reserves pages.
- Guides Library patrons in the use of library resources and research by
- Providing one-on-one reference service in person, via phone, email, “ask” service, texting, chat, and/or other developing technologies or modes of communication.
- Teaching library classes, designing instructional courses and implementing new and developing methodologies.
- Creating guides to library research.
- Developing content for library web pages.
- Performs cataloging and metadata services for library materials both physical and electronic; trains cataloging support staff and reviews their work; ensures the integrity of the OPAC; participates in study, analysis and review of developments in the cataloging and metadata fields and contributes to departmental decisions regarding their implementation.
- Plans utilizations of library space, facilities and projects.
- Stays current with developments in the library profession, copyright regulations, research trends and methods and modes of scholarly communication. Exhibits initiative in promoting the integration of new approaches and technologies into the University’s library services.
- Engages in research and professional activities such as publication, lectures, participation in library organizations and meetings, etc.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
This librarian serves as a primary point of contact for legal research support, providing reference services across multiple channels to a diverse community of faculty, students, and alumni. The role encompasses collection development and user engagement through programming, displays, and instructional outreach. Over time, the position is expected to expand into formal teaching and instructional design responsibilities.
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Experience & Educational Background:
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Required:
- MLS or equivalent.
- Two years of reference experience.
Preferred:
- Legal research experience, including Bloomberg Law, Lexis, and Westlaw.
- Collection development experience, including selection of print and digital materials.
- Creation of instructional videos.
- Demonstrated experience with generative AI in the research process.
- J.D. or equivalent.
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Skills & Competencies:
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- Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision, using sound judgment and self-discipline to complete tasks effectively in the absence of a supervisor.
- Demonstrated ability to identify and resolve challenges and develop innovative solutions and strategies.
- Demonstrated customer services skills including adaptability, active listening, conflict resolution, effective communication, and patience.
- Accuracy, thoroughness, precision, ability to focus on detail without losing sight of the big picture.
- Intermediate skill level for Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
- Advanced knowledge of cataloging and circulation features of integrated library systems.
- Working knowledge of library technology including computers, printers, and scanners.
- Adheres to ethical standards and integrity in decision-making and professional interactions.
- Working in a collaborative and collegial space.
- Effective communication skills (listening, speaking, and writing).
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Application Instructions:
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Resume and cover letter required.
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Salary Range:
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$31.76 - $32.41 per hour
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About Us:
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The Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law is a leader in legal education, located in Manhattan’s Greenwich Village. The law school is renowned for its program in intellectual property, which includes the FAME Center for Fashion, Arts, Media and Entertainment Law. Cardozo Law has a long tradition of public advocacy and is the birthplace of the Innocence Project and the home of our Center for Rights and Justice. Cardozo offers a world-class faculty and encourages creative thinking and innovation in the legal profession. Cardozo provides students with a strong foundation in legal theory combined with practical hands-on experience in a variety of areas, including criminal law, civil rights law, and business law. The school prides itself on creating a vibrant and warm community for faculty, staff, and students.
A division of Yeshiva University, Cardozo Law School offers an excellent compensation package and a broad range of employee benefit plans. The law school is a secular institution within a religious university and welcomes people of all religions, ethnic backgrounds, races, and sexual identities.
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Equal Employment Opportunity:
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Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to all employees and candidates without regard to race, color, age, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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Brooklyn Law School - Reference & Student Outreach Librarian
REPORTS TO: Associate Librarian for Public Services
STATUS: Full-time, Exempt, Hybrid Work Environment
SALARY RANGE: $85,000-$95,000
Founded in 1901, Brooklyn Law School is a distinguished, independent law school located in Brooklyn Heights, New York. The Law School is searching for a Reference and Student Outreach Librarian to support the research and instructional needs of BLS faculty, students, and other library users. The Law School’s size, vibrant employee and student population, and commitment to training the next generation of lawyers and promoting social justice, will offer a candidate the opportunity to develop and diversify practical skills and participate be part of a successful educational institution.
The Reference and Outreach Librarian reports to the Associate Librarian for Public Services, is a member of the reference team, and leads the library’s outreach efforts. As a member of the reference team, this librarian provides reference assistance to library patrons; participates in weekend reference coverage; assists in developing and promoting instructional and user support materials; participates in the faculty liaison program; assists with other information services activities; and works on team-based projects. In addition, the librarian coordinates and manages library outreach to students. This includes working with student groups and other law school departments to promote library services and resources.
Responsibilities include:
Outreach Librarian
- Coordinate & Manage Library Outreach: Organize and oversee events and communication efforts aimed at engaging students by coordinating with student organizations and law school departments.
- Maintain Outreach Calendar: Keep a detailed schedule of all outreach activities to ensure smooth coordination among library staff.
- Stay Informed on Outreach Trends: Continuously update knowledge on the latest developments in outreach services, share insights with reference librarians, and incorporate these into the library's outreach programs.
- Evaluate Student Outreach Efforts: Conduct an annual student survey to evaluate library resources, services, and programs in order to gain a better understanding of student needs and evaluate how effectively the library is meeting them.
- Budget Management: Plan and manage the budget for outreach programs and services.
Reference Librarian
- Reference Services: Provide general reference services both in-person and virtually, including office hours and one-on-one research consultations. Assist patrons with a wide range of inquiries from basic bibliographic questions to complex legal research.
- Research: Perform extensive, in-depth research across legal, non-legal, and bibliographic domains. Utilize a variety of resources and databases to deliver accurate and comprehensive information.
- Liaison Program: Participate in the library’s liaison program, which involves consultations with faculty, law journals, and administrative departments to determine their needs. Design and implement research projects to meet these needs efficiently.
- Instruction & Programming: Participate in formal and informal legal research and library instruction programming including guest lectures, research workshops, and the equivalent of 2 credit hours of formal legal research instruction.
- Instructional Materials: Develop library and research instructional materials, such as course videos, classroom exercises, and research guides.
- Collection Development: Participate in collection development, including source selection and updating research guides.
- Committee Participation: Serve on Library and Law School committees as requested.
- Professional Development: Actively continue ongoing professional development.
Required:
- M.L.S. or equivalent from an ALA accredited library school
- ABA accredited JD or equivalent foreign degree
- Working knowledge of legal materials and research strategies needed by law faculty and students
- Excellent teaching skills
- Demonstrated expertise and aptitude for learning technology related to job duties
- GenAI Literacy
- Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills, possession of a sound service philosophy, and demonstrated ability to successfully manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Ability to work both independently and as a team member in a fast-paced environment
Preferred:
- Experience teaching or training people to use legal research tools
- Experience working in an academic law library, and using legal research tools including LEXIS, Westlaw, Bloomberg Law, and other online legal resources
Work environment
- The work environment includes indoor areas. Indoors may include small and or enclosed spaces. Exposure to environmental conditions expected.
Remote capabilities
- This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule, requiring a minimum in-office presence of four (4) days per week during the academic year when classes are in session and during exam periods. During the summer and academic breaks, when classes are not in session and exams are not being administered, a minimum of three (3) days per week of in-office presence is required.
Physical demands
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Must be able to push and lift up to 20 pounds at times.
Travel
- Some travel may be required.
Apply Online: https://www.click2apply.net/RGgJKBIWl2aM1HGA4T6PQ5
Benefits:
Brooklyn law school has an excellent benefits package that includes sick, personal and vacation paid time off, a generous retirement plan, dependent tuition scholarship Pre K- undergraduate college and additional summer Friday PTO.
Affirmative Action/EEO statement:
It is the policy of Brooklyn Law School to be impartial in the treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without unlawful discrimination as to race, creed, religion, color, natural origin, citizenship status, gender, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, union affiliation, political affiliation, sexual orientation or preferences or any other legal protected status.
Other duties:
Please note this job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and its responsibilities. However, duties and expectations may evolve based on the needs of the institution. Brooklyn Law School reserves the right to modify, add, or remove job duties as necessary to support the organization’s mission and operational requirements.
Mayer Brown - Specialist: Legal Information Center Research
Mayer Brown is an international law firm positioned to represent the world’s major corporations, funds, and financial institutions in their most important and complex transactions and disputes. We are recognized by our clients as strategic partners with deep commercial instincts and a commitment to creatively anticipating their needs and delivering excellence in everything we do.
We are a collegial, collaborative firm where highly motivated individuals with an unwavering commitment to excellence receive the opportunity, support, and development they need to grow, thrive, and realize their greatest potential all while supporting the Firm’s client service principles of excellence, strategic partnership, commercial instinct, integrated strengths, innovation, and collaboration across our international firm.
If you enjoy working with team members whose defining characteristics are exceptional client service, initiative, professionalism, responsiveness, and adaptability, you may be the person we are seeking to join our Legal Information Center department in our New York office, as a Specialist: Legal Information Center Research.
The role of the Specialist: Legal Information Center Research is of one who while supporting the various practice groups exercises discretion and independent judgment while working under the general direction of the Senior Manager: Legal Information Center – US and according to established Firm policies and procedures.
The Specialist: Legal Information Center Research is primarily responsible for providing in-depth research and reference services to attorneys and staff to ensure that their needs for information are met efficiently, accurately, and cost effectively by performing essential duties and functions. This is a professional library position. Maintains professionalism and strict confidentiality in all client and Firm matters.
Essential Functions:
- Independently, creatively, and accurately assess incoming research requests to identify the scope, complexity and specific data required by the requestor
- Apply critical thinking to determine the most relevant and effective questions to pose as a part of the “reference interview,” to ensure that one is delivering accurate, relevant and timing results within any time constraints and/or budget restrictions
- Work closely with customers, practice groups, and other stakeholder to ensure clarity in research objectives and expectations
- Perform conventional and sophisticated legal and non-legal research using a variety of online research tools including but not limited to Westlaw, LexisNexis, CCH/Wolters Kluwer, Bloomberg as well as many other practice-specific databases
- Provide creative and strategic solutions to address unique research queries, adding value to the findings
- Perform research relating to corporations, securities law, banking and finance, litigation, employment/benefits, government/global trade, IP, bankruptcy, tax, environmental law. real estate and many other practice areas
- Provide accurate, relevant and timely research results to the practice groups, Business Development & Marketing Department, industry teams, recruiting department, and to strategic committees of the firm, in alignment with the firm’s strategic and business plans
- In conjunction with the other Firm librarians, evaluate, and when appropriate, recommend, new publications and research services in a variety of formats to develop the Firm’s information resources
- Seek out opportunities for collaboration across administrative teams in order to offer enhanced deliverables to stakeholders, ensuring that the outcomes align with organizational goals and client needs
- Makes informed and educated decisions as to the best and most relevant research tools needed in order to address and answer the requestor’s inquiry all the while staying abreast of new and emerging technologies in the legal research market and profession
- Legal Monitoring: track and monitor court rulings, government publications, news outlets, and relevant legislative, regulatory and judicial developments from local, national and international sources
- Responsible for opening, sorting, distributing mail; retrieving and working with the mail room to deliver library materials both within (e.g., office copies) and outside the Firm (e.g., interlibrary loans)
- Assists with publication check in and routing, invoice processing; verifying invoice matches materials received, bar coding, and labelling of those materials
- Maintains professional appearance of the library collections; to include shelving
- Responsible for the check-in process of the mail and loose-leaf filing into our ILS (Softlink) in preparation for the outside loose-leaf filing service
- Responsible for making library claims for scheduled materials not received from vendor suppliers
- Work with Legal Information Center Manager on the maintenance and currency of standing orders for library publications
- Update and maintain routing lists for the standing orders of library publications
- Work with Lexis and Westlaw account representatives to coordinate training and maintenance of database passwords
- Communicates with management team on projects and deadline issues
- Assists with special projects and coverage as needed in ancillary business service departments
- Performs other duties as assigned or required to meet Firm goals and objectives
Education/Training/Certifications:
- Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) from a program accredited by the American Library Association, required Professional Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of previous law library experience, required
- Prior experience working in a law firm, preferred
- Experience and Proficiency in legal and business research required
- Business & Competitive Intelligence research experience, required
- General familiarity, awareness and inquisitiveness with regards to emerging AI technologies in the legal landscape, preferred Technical Skills
- Strong computer skills with solid experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office products, required. Knowledge of various search strategies, functionality and navigation using a variety of Internet search engines, required
- Analytical and technical skills requiring an aptitude for detail, precision, and logic with comprehensive knowledge of Library principles and practices in order to conduct legal and business research and reference services; analyze data and recommend solutions; evaluate new research services and resources, required
- Experience effectively utilizing and navigating a variety of legal and business research tools, such as, but not limited to: LexisNexis, Westlaw, Bloomberg, CCH/Wolters Kluwer VitalLaw, S&P Capital I.Q., RIA Checkpoint, PACER, Factset, Pitchbook, HeinOnline, required
- Experience using automated library systems including in-house and outside libraries, preferred
- Ability to keep current on new enhancements and developments relating to online legal and business research, required
- Maintain a network of information resources outside of the Firm; and participate in continuing education, required
Performance Traits:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate effectively and in a professional manner with all levels of the Firm and outside vendors
- Ability to work in a diverse team environment and effectively support the demanding needs of the FirmAbility to work under pressure, meet deadlines with shifting priorities
- Must be a self-starter with a high level of initiative
- Strong customer service skills, able to anticipate needs
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects
- Maintains professionalism and strict confidentiality in all client and Firm matters
- Exercises solid strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to retrieve and distribute library materials, written documentation, files, and/or push and pull carts of books and periodicals weighing up to 25 pounds, and/or retrieve and replace objects from shelves up to 8 feet high
Contact Information & Application Instructions: https://usjobs-mayerbrown.icims.com/jobs/5766/specialist%3a-legal-information-center-research/job
New York City Law Department - Assistant Law Librarian
Salary Range: $90,395 - $180,791
Employer Statement:
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.~
Job Description: The New York City Law Department is seeking a highly skilled attorney to serve as Assistant Law Librarian. The person in this role will support the diverse research and training needs of one of the world's largest public law offices. This role bridges the gap between traditional librarianship and active legal practice, providing sophisticated research support to nearly 1,000 attorneys and coordinating the agency's legal research instruction programs. Core
Responsibilities include:
- In-Depth Investigative & Legal Research: Perform complex research using Westlaw, Lexis+, Bloomberg Law, PACER and other databases.
- Be open to learn how to conduct specialized investigative research, including social media searches and legislative intent tracking for New York City and State laws.
- Agency-Wide Training: Coordinate and deliver legal research training for new hires, summer interns, and experienced attorneys, focusing on cost-effective search strategies and the use of emerging AI research tools.
- Reference Services: Provide daily reference assistance to Law Department staff and, on occasion, other City agencies such as the Mayor’s Office and the City Council.
- Collection & Knowledge Management: Assist in maintaining the department's physical and digital collections. Help manage internal knowledge resources, such as brief banks and opinion archives.
Job & Educational Requirements:
Applicants must be graduates of an ABA approved law school and be admitted and in good standing with the New York State Bar. A Master’s in Library Science (MLS/MLIS) is strongly preferred. There is a preference for candidates with at least one to two years of experience in a law library or legal research setting.
Applications should include a cover letter, resume, a writing sample, and a list of three individuals who would serve as references (including their name, title, email address, phone number, and a brief description of their working relationship to the candidate). Please include in your cover letter the names of divisions/positions that you are most interested in. If you are interested in more than one division/position, please only submit one application. You can include statements of interest for additional divisions/positions that you are interested in as addendums to your cover letter.
Applications can be addressed to:
John Campbell, Director of Legal Recruitment
New York City Law Department
100 Church Street
New York, NY 10007
Click here to apply: https://lawcruit.micronapps.com/sup/ApplicationForm.aspx?lawfirm=217&id=55.
Feel free to contact us at [email protected] with any questions.
Strategic Intelligence & Market Monitoring - Burford Capital
Burford Capital is the leading global finance and asset management firm focused on law. Its businesses include litigation finance and risk management, asset recovery and a wide range of legal finance and advisory activities. Burford is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: BUR) and the London Stock Exchange (LSE: BUR), and it works with companies and law firms around the world from its principal offices in New York, London, Chicago, Washington, Singapore, and Dubai.
We have invested significantly in building a differentiated strategic intelligence capability. The Strategic Intelligence Associate supports Burford’s global strategic intelligence function by delivering timely, accurate and actionable research that informs marketing, business development, underwriting and corporate strategy.
Reporting to the SVP of Strategic Intelligence, a former AM Law 25 Head of Strategic Intelligence, this role is responsible for executing and delivering core intelligence inputs. This includes monitoring, synthesizing and distributing intelligence; supporting the production and maintenance of high-quality commercial data; and managing core research administration processes. The role directly enables sales and marketing activity and executive decision-making while contributing to the ongoing development of Burford’s strategic intelligence capabilities.
The base compensation range for this role is $80,000 – $110,000. Burford also pays a discretionary annual bonus and provides welcome Restricted Stock Units to all full-time employees.
www.burfordcapital.com
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Burford Capital is the largest and most experienced provider of commercial finance to the legal sector in the world, with a core expertise in identifying and optimizing the value of legal assets for companies and law firms. Since its founding in 2009, Burford has worked with hundreds of law firms and corporations, including 94 of the AmLaw 100 and 92 of the Global 100 largest law firms. Our team has grown from five people at the end of 2009 to over 150 people today, including over 45 lawyers.
Burford possesses the resources and expertise of a large company while retaining the flexibility and creativity of a startup. Team members are smart, creative, collaborative, curious, and confident. Everyone rolls up their sleeves to perform and engage collectively for the overall success of the business. Burford values rigorous thinking, clear communication, and efficient execution. Burford is an “always on” environment in which everyone needs to be accessible by email when outside the office, including during evenings and weekends
Burford pays base salaries consistent with the financial services industry and favors incentive compensation to reward performance. Burford provides competitive health care benefits and a 401k matching program. Burford Capital is committed to increasing diversity and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, marital status, whether or not they have a disability.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Strategic Intelligence & Market Monitoring
- Own the production and distribution of the Burford Daily Briefing, ensuring consistent, timely and global delivery of relevant intelligence each business day
- Monitor legal, litigation, corporate and industry developments, including cases of interest, competitor activity and market signals relevant to Burford’s commercial priorities
- Curate and synthesize information from legal, financial and news databases into clear, concise summaries for internal audiences
- Support the Strategic Intelligence function with background research, monitoring and briefing materials related to corporate strategy initiatives
- Own the production and distribution of the quarterly competitor report and actively maintain the competitor tracker
CRM, Data Quality & Salesforce Support
- Research, validate and support the enrichment and correction of contact and prospect data in Salesforce, partnering with Marketing and BD to improve data accuracy and usability in support of commercial workflows and reporting
- Partner with Strategic Intelligence leadership and Marketing and BD to ensure intelligence-driven insights and research outputs are reflected accurately in CRM records
Research Administration & Platform Management
- Manage the research subscription tracking database, including license assignments and ongoing maintenance
- Support contract renewals and vendor management in collaboration with the SVP of Strategic Intelligence
- Assist with the initial setup and implementation of new research platforms as part of the intelligence stack
- Prepare quarterly analyses of research spend and cost allocation for Finance as needed
- Process vendor invoices and support budget tracking related to research tools and subscriptions as needed
SKILLS DESIRED
Experience
- 2+ years of experience in research, intelligence, data or analytical support roles, preferably within professional services, legal, financial or consulting environments
- Demonstrated experience using legal, financial and news research databases
- Familiarity with CRM systems (Salesforce preferred) or structured data environments
- Relevant research experience or equivalent professional background
- Exposure to the legal industry or business of law preferred
Core Competencies
- Strong research and information-retrieval skills with attention to accuracy and detail
- Ability to distill large volumes of information into clear, well-organized summaries
- Demonstrated ability to use Microsoft Excel at a basic to intermediate level to analyze, organize and present data
- Strong written communication skills and comfort preparing executive- and sales-facing materials
- Ability to manage multiple requests and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Intellectual curiosity and interest in learning about litigation finance, legal markets and commercial strategy
- Ability to collaborate closely with senior leadership and incorporate feedback into research and intelligence outputs
Performance Expectations
- Execute research and intelligence requests accurately, efficiently and on deadline
- Escalate questions, ambiguities or prioritization issues appropriately to the SVP of Strategic Intelligence
- Remain responsive to business needs, including occasional off-hours responsiveness, in support of a global commercial organization
- Continuously build familiarity with Burford’s markets, clients, competitors and intelligence priorities
Contact Information & Application Instructions: https://careers.burfordcapital.com/job/New-York-Strategic-Intelligence-Associate-NY-10017/1381901200/
Reference Law Librarian - Queens County DA
The Queens County District Attorney's Office has an opening for a Reference Law Librarian. In this position the Librarian is responsible for maintaining all physical library materials and offering legal and other types of research services to the entire office.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Order and distribute books and other written legal materials throughout the office
- Maintain and access a wide array of legal reference materials
- Provide expert, in-depth legal research assistance to a diverse user base
- Access and research legislative history, such as bill jackets and floor debates, for criminal and related statutes
- Research criminal justice policy related articles, data reports, and law reviews for members of the office
- Engage in person-to-person and zoom conferences to discuss research issues
- Teach members of the office how to effectively use a wide array of resources, including print materials, online catalogs, and specialized legal, medical, psychological and other databases. This includes developing and teaching formal research classes or workshops
- Develop and maintain research guides, pathfinders, bibliographies, and other instructional materials in various formats (print, web-based, video tutorials) to help users navigate complex legal information efficiently
- Manage a budget, collect usage data, and contribute to the development and implementation of library policies
- Work with other library departments, legal educators, and external organizations to promote library services, develop programs, and align resources with current legal trends and educational needs.
- Facilitate interlibrary loans
- Research expert witnesses and maintain an expert witness database
- Perform related duties
Minimum Qualification Requirement, candidates must possess the following:
Preferred Requirements/Skills:
- Master of Library Science (MLS) degree
- Experience in legal research or library work
- Excellent Microsoft Office and computer skills
- Excellent Electronic Information search strategies and techniques
- Superior organizational, time management, writing and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple assignments
- Ability to communicate and interact effectively with all levels of staff
- Ability to work with frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workflow
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to follow directions and apply proper policies, procedures and guidelines
- Strong attention to detail and high concern for accuracy
- Strong communication skills both written and oral
Salary Range: $87,000 – $97,000 (commensurate with experience)
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
As a current or prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. Please review the notice to see if you may be eligible for programs and how to apply at nyc.gov/studentloans.
To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter through the link below:
https://queensda.applicantstack.com/x/detail-queensda/a2e9114xai3v
Cahill Gordon & Reindel - Manager, Research Resources Center
Salary range of $115-140k
Cahill has thrived for a century by focusing on the most significant opportunities and complex challenges facing the top financial services firms and other multinational corporations. Our premier transactional and litigation groups have developed impressive records of accomplishment in high profile cases and headline-grabbing deals. Cahill lawyers are highly client-driven. The firm is specifically chosen by clients because of our experience, depth of knowledge and facility in managing challenging situations.~
Job Description:
The Manager will work closely with the Director of the Research Resources Center, supporting the initiatives of the Firm, including, but not limited to:
- Supporting the development of research and intelligence services that align with the Firm’s practice needs, client service priorities, and business objectives.
- Supporting management of research platforms and vendor relationships, including contract negotiations.
- Adopting innovative research technologies that enhance the firm’s delivery of legal services.
- Supporting effective onboarding procedures and programs for all new attorney hires.
- Cataloging materials and resources.
- Addressing research requests, including advising on effective research strategies, resources, and tools.
- Tracking of subscription renewals and projected expenses.
- Reviewing and processing vendor invoices for research databases and information services, ensuring invoices align with contractual pricing and billing periods.
- Coding invoices to appropriate cost centers.
- Coordinating with Accounts Payable to ensure timely payment of invoices and resolution of billing issues.
- Monitoring upcoming subscription renewals and assisting with financial forecasting and budget planning.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading, dynamic, and rewarding Firm in an impactful role. More information about our Firm can be found here: https://www.cahill.com.
Job & Educational Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Minimum 8-10 years of relevant and progressive law firm experience in research and intelligence services, including Lexis, Westlaw, and Bloomberg Law.
- Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with staff and attorneys at all levels.
- Flexibility to adjust hours to meet operating and business needs.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
This is currently a hybrid position with an expectation of a minimum of three days a week in office, with the needs of the Firm informing overall office attendance expectations
Contact Information & Application Instructions: Candidates may submit resumes to [email protected]
Sullivan & Worcester LLP - Technical Services & Research Librarian
Boston, MA
$100K/yr - $130K/yr
Hybrid - Full-time
About the Company
Sullivan & Worcester (Sullivan) is a premier international law firm with lawyers in Boston, London, New York, Tel Aviv and Washington, D.C. Sullivan's clients, including Fortune 500 companies, leading financial services firms and asset managers, boards of directors, real estate companies, and emerging businesses, rely on Sullivan's ability to navigate complex legal and operational landscapes, the impeccable judgment of its lawyers, and its commitment to best-in-class client service.
About the Role
The Technical Services and Research Librarian oversees the firm's technical and circulation services and delivers reference and in-depth research services to the firm's attorneys and staff. The incumbent is responsible for the day to day interactions with publishers and vendors, overseeing the firm's library collection and integrated library system (i.e., catalog), coordinating the work of contract file clerks, and assisting with contract and subscription renewals. In addition, the Technical Services and Research Librarian assists with the administration and management of the firm's electronic content platforms and assists with budgeting and resource assessment.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for managing the firm's print and electronic library resources, including collection development, circulation, and original and copy-cataloging of material
- Maintains and oversees support for the Firm's integrated library system while assisting with the library's intranet pages
- Coordinates filing work of the contract filing clerks
- Records and maintains Firm electronic resources licenses and oversees access
- Provides analysis and reports to stakeholders for resource utilization and evaluation
- Reviews, processes, and codes invoices for budgeting purposes
- Coordinates inter-library loans and document delivery
- Assists library director with annual budget process
- Assists library director with contract and subscription renewals
- Assists library director with new hire orientations and attorney and staff instruction
- Assists Firm with implementation and rollout of new resources
- Liaisons with IT and other Firm departments for resource implementation and system maintenance
- Assists attorneys and staff with current awareness, reference, and in-depth research services
Qualifications
- Master's degree in library science or related field required
- 5-7 years of legal library experience strongly preferred
- Expertise using automated library catalog systems (Softlink Liberty preferred)
- Knowledge of bibliographic classifications systems, specifically Library of Congress
- Familiarity with MARC and other computerized library records formats
- Knowledge of resource utilization tracking products, preferably Onelog
- SharePoint and/or Handshake Software experience preferred
- Demonstrated knowledge and expertise of print and electronic legal content platforms such as Lexis, Westlaw, Intelligize, VitalLaw, and PLI Plus
- Strong organizational and oral communication skills
Pay range and compensation package
$100,000-$130,000
Featured benefits
- Medical insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid maternity leave
- Commuter benefits
- Paid paternity leave
- Tuition assistance
To Apply, click on the link below:
https://lawcruit.micronapps.com/sup/ApplicationForm.aspx?lawfirm=87&id=5
New York Law School - Cataloging & Electronic Resource Librarian
New York Law School, an independent law school in the heart of Tribeca, seeks an early career cataloging and electronic services librarian to handle the full range of cataloging electronic and print materials as well as related functions. The Mendik Library at NYLS is a vibrant and dynamic information and research center in a continually evolving and innovative academic and clinical law environment.
For the complete position description and requirements, please visit the job posting on the law school’s web page.
Job Title: Information Resources Associate (IRA)
Job Location: New York, NY (onsite 3 days a week)
Overview:
Join a collaborative team of information professionals supporting an international multi-strategy investment manager. The Information Resources Associate (IRA) sits within Research Services and reports to the Global Director of Research Services. This is a global role, partnering with internal teams and external vendors primarily across the United States and Europe.
Research Services is responsible for sourcing, diligencing, and onboarding external research and data resources that support the investment process. The team also manages vendor relationships and the lifecycle of related licenses and entitlements.
Responsibilities
- Own a subset of external research, exchange, and data products, including day-to-day vendor relationship management.
- Support vendor onboarding and contract lifecycle processes across the Research Services function.
- Serve as the primary Research Services contact for designated investment teams, responding to requests and proactively anticipating research needs.
- Coordinate vendor teach-ins and internal enablement sessions.
- Review and analyze vendor usage and entitlement reporting.
- Help maintain Research Services content on internal platforms, including service descriptions and intranet updates.
- Contribute to ad hoc projects across research and data sourcing, licensing, and process improvement.
Qualifications
- Detail-oriented, curious, and proactive, with strong follow-through.
- Comfortable working with senior stakeholders and external vendors.
- Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, global environment.
- Clear, confident communicator in both writing and conversation.
- Service-driven, with a track record of supporting stakeholders efficiently and professionally.
- Collaborative, reliable, and grounded in professional integrity.
- 4+ years of professional experience, ideally in a law firm, consulting firm, library, or corporate information or research center setting.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Bachelor’s degree and MLIS or equivalent.
- Demonstrates AI fluency by leveraging AI tools to improve efficiency, research, analysis, and workflow quality while exercising sound judgment and maintaining confidentiality
Compensation: $115-125K base plus discretionary bonus and competitive benefits package.
Candidates can send their resume to [email protected]
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