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Stinson LLP · 1 day ago

Legal Research Services Specialist

Phoenix, AZ

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Stinson LLP is a law firm that is seeking a Research Services Specialist to deliver high quality research to firm personnel. The role involves conducting complex legal and non-legal research, supporting practice division initiatives, and coordinating training for attorneys and legal staff.

CommercialConsultingFinanceLegal

Culture & Values

Responsibilities

Conduct basic legal and non-legal research, such as case and article retrieval, insuring consistent high level of quality and accuracy

Stay current on the tools, techniques, resources and products that support legal research

Provide current awareness and alerting services

Support Research Services Manager in their role as Practice Division Research Experts

Attend practice division meetings as needed

Provide current awareness and alerting services

Maintain Practice Division Resource Guides and Recommended Routing Lists

Coordinate support of the Annual Resource Reviews, offering support as needed

Coordinate orientation and training of new attorneys in general legal research resources

Coordinate ongoing education of attorneys and legal staff in general legal research resources

Collaborate with the Research Services Manager and Director of Research Systems & Services on identifying and developing training initiatives and goals setting for the department

Participate in professional development opportunities by attending conferences and/or webinars to stay informed of the latest industry developments

Demonstrate enthusiasm for helping others improve or develop new skills

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Legal researchWestlawLexis productsBloomberg LawPACERLibrary ScienceCustomer serviceCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsProblem solvingTeam player

Required

1-3 years of experience in a law library or reference setting

Familiarity with relevant technology and online legal research (Westlaw and/or Lexis products, Bloomberg Law, PACER etc.)

Ability to be discreet, maintain confidential information, and use sound judgment

Bachelor's Degree

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Self-motivated with excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Highly professional with a strong customer service orientation, commitment to meeting deadlines, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

Strong professional, independent thinking skills with strength in problem solving and the ability to offer constructive opinions and creative solutions

A team player who motivates and educates other team members

Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the position

Preferred

Masters in Library Science or Masters in Library & Information Science

Law firm experience

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Company

Stinson LLP

Stinson LLP collaborates with clients ranging from individuals and privately held enterprises to national companies and international public corporations.

Founded in 1878

Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA

501-1000 employees