DLA Piper · 4 days ago

Business & Legal Research Analyst

Boston, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$87K/yr - $129K/yr

3+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Conducts research and/or fact-checking in a wide range of topical areas including, but not limited to, legal, business/corporate, IP, public records, legislative history, and many others.

Showcase strong research skills including an ability to think critically about research tools, conduct cost-effective and efficient research, compile research results, summarize data and communicate methodology and results clearly.

Regularly use and learn multiple research platforms, including, but not limited to, Lexis+, Westlaw Edge, Bloomberg Law, VitalLaw, Capital IQ, FactSet, Pitchbook, Docket Navigator, PatBase and many others

Knowledge of tools and techniques for setting up current awareness and litigation alerts.

Assists with the training of attorneys and staff on the effective use of legal and business research resources.

Organizes internal training program, including new hire orientations and vendor resources communication/scheduling.

Participates in the regular review and evaluation of new and existing electronic resources with an eye toward improved service and research efficiencies.

Demonstrates a commitment to continuing education by attending workshops and webinars for professional development and regular review of professional literature.

Aligns with specific practice groups to support their resource needs.

Willingness to work outside of normal business hours and on weekends as needed. We have a rotating weekend on-call schedule (approximately once a quarter).

Other duties as assigned.

Qualification

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Conducting researchLegal practice areas knowledgeWorkload management WestlawLexisBloomberg LawSpecialized knowledge in IPFinanceTaxQuickEfficient work rearrange prioritiesProblem-solvingHighly service oriented interpersonal skills adaptLearn new toolsTechnologyWilling to work after normal business hoursTRG QuestVable current awareness platform