DLA Piper
Business & Legal Research Analyst
DLA Piper, San Francisco, CA
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Summary
As a Business & Legal Research Analyst, you will provide research support to lawyers, paralegals, and all firm staff. You must be able to quickly evaluate all research inquiries to determine the best methods and resources necessary to complete each request. You will prioritize requests, analyze results, compile answers, and communicate research findings in a clear and concise manner.
Location
This position can be remote. Candidates should reside within reasonable commuting distance to the home office and must be based in one of the following offices: Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, Palo Alto, or Phoenix office. The preferred hours for this position are 10am to 6:30pm PT.
Responsibilities
Desired Skills
Strong research skills required to conduct research on a variety of legal and business topics. Highly service-oriented. Specialized knowledge relating to specific legal practice areas (e.g., IP, Finance, Tax, etc.) is preferred. Strong interpersonal skills necessary to interact regularly with attorneys, clients, and staff. Ability to work quickly and efficiently and rearrange priorities as workload dictates. Ability to adapt and learn new tools and technology. Willing to work after normal business hours and or weekends when required. Experience with TRG's Quest request management system and Vable's current awareness platform are preferred.
Minimum Education
Preferred Education
Minimum Years of Experience
Essential Job Expectations
While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to:
Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.
Physical Demands
Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Work Environment
Disclaimer
The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties, requirements, and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firm's discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process.
Application Process
Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process or have any questions about the process, please contact [redacted]. Please add [redacted] to your list of safe senders.
Accommodation
Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process, please contact [redacted].
Agency applications will not be considered.
No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.
The firm's expected hiring range for this position is $78,773 - $125,252 per year depending on the candidate's geographic market location.
The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate's experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).
DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Job applicant poster viewing center.
Summary
As a Business & Legal Research Analyst, you will provide research support to lawyers, paralegals, and all firm staff. You must be able to quickly evaluate all research inquiries to determine the best methods and resources necessary to complete each request. You will prioritize requests, analyze results, compile answers, and communicate research findings in a clear and concise manner.
Location
This position can be remote. Candidates should reside within reasonable commuting distance to the home office and must be based in one of the following offices: Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, Palo Alto, or Phoenix office. The preferred hours for this position are 10am to 6:30pm PT.
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
- Ability and willingness to learn and use new GenAI tools, as DLA Piper is an early adopter of GenAI technology.
- 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.
- 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.
Desired Skills
Strong research skills required to conduct research on a variety of legal and business topics. Highly service-oriented. Specialized knowledge relating to specific legal practice areas (e.g., IP, Finance, Tax, etc.) is preferred. Strong interpersonal skills necessary to interact regularly with attorneys, clients, and staff. Ability to work quickly and efficiently and rearrange priorities as workload dictates. Ability to adapt and learn new tools and technology. Willing to work after normal business hours and or weekends when required. Experience with TRG's Quest request management system and Vable's current awareness platform are preferred.
Minimum Education
- Bachelor's degree in library science or related field
Preferred Education
- Master's Degree or JD
Minimum Years of Experience
- 2 years' experience conducting research in a legal setting, preferably in a law firm environment
- Experience performing extensive research using tools such as Westlaw, Lexis, Bloomberg Law and others is required
Essential Job Expectations
While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to:
- Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties;
- Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner;
- Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product;
- Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required;
- Foster positive work relationships;
- Comply with all firm policies and practices;
- Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed;
- Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.
Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.
Physical Demands
Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Work Environment
- Remote / Work-from-home
Disclaimer
The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties, requirements, and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firm's discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process.
Application Process
Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process or have any questions about the process, please contact [redacted]. Please add [redacted] to your list of safe senders.
Accommodation
Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process, please contact [redacted].
Agency applications will not be considered.
No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.
The firm's expected hiring range for this position is $78,773 - $125,252 per year depending on the candidate's geographic market location.
The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate's experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).
DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Job applicant poster viewing center.