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Brown Rudnick LLP - Senior Research Specialist
Location: Boston, Hartford, New York, Washington DC, Houston, Los Angeles, Orange County
Employer Statement:
As part of the Research Services team, this role delivers high-level research and reference support to attorneys across all practice areas, as well as to key administrative departments including Business Development & Marketing, Recruiting, and Intake & Conflicts. The position combines expert research skills with consultative guidance to ensure authoritative, cost-effective results.
POSITION:
As part of the Research Services team, this role delivers high-level research and reference support to attorneys across all practice areas, as well as to key administrative departments including Business Development & Marketing, Recruiting, and Intake & Conflicts. The position combines expert research skills with consultative guidance to ensure authoritative, cost-effective results.
Responsibilities:
Deliver timely, expert-level research and reference support to attorneys and administrative teams across practice areas.
Provide strategic guidance on research approaches, source selection, and methodology to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
Proactively monitor news, dockets, legislative and regulatory developments, and subject-specific updates, sharing insights with relevant stakeholders.
Adhere to established procedures for managing requests and appropriately billing time to client matters.
Maintain advanced knowledge of library resources, including print collections, online databases, interlibrary loan, and document delivery services.
Lead or support orientation and training initiatives by developing materials and delivering sessions on research tools and best practices.
Evaluate research tools and resources, contributing to recommendations for acquisition, renewal, or discontinuation.
Maintain and enhance the library portal, integrating specialized resources and improving user experience.
Deliver departmental communications and collaborate on strategic projects, process improvements, and cross-functional initiatives.
QUALIFICATIONS
3-5 years of legal reference and research experience, preferably in a mid-to-large law firm or comparable environment.
Bachelor’s Degree Required, MLS or MLIS strongly preferred.
Strong research skills with the ability to think critically about tools and methodologies, conduct cost-effective and efficient searches, and clearly communicate findings.
Proficient in legal, business, scientific, and general research resources, including platforms such as Westlaw, Practical Law, Lexis, Bloomberg Law, and VitalLaw.
Knowledge of platforms such as Checkpoint, Docket Navigator, PitchBook, and others; skilled in setting up current awareness and litigation alerts.
Able to work quickly and accurately under pressure, with excellent organizational skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with attorneys and staff.
Experience reviewing and assessing electronic resources to improve service delivery and research efficiency.
Maintains expert knowledge of library systems, including collections, online databases, interlibrary loan, and document delivery.
Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development through conferences, webinars, and active participation in professional associations.
Salary: $70,000-$95,000
Contact Information & Application Instructions: https://brownrudnick.com/careers/business-professionals/
Salary : $70,000 - $95,000