Job Posting: Research Specialist at Nelson Mullins – Hybrid or Fully Remote

Research Specialist

Job Locations US-CA-Los Angeles | US-CA-Los Angeles | US-TX-Dallas | US-TX-Dallas | US-MN-Minneapolis | US-IL-Chicago | US-CO-Denver | US-TN-Nashville | US-CA-San Diego | US-GA-Atlanta | US-TX-Houston | …

Job ID2024-3941CategoryLibrary

Overview

Nelson Mullins is seeking a Research Specialist to join its growing Research & Information Services (RIS) team to provide legal and non-legal research services and analysis across a range of practice areas.  This position is eligible for a hybrid or fully remote work arrangement, based on location.  We welcome applicants nationwide, but preference will be given to candidates able to provide support for our West Coast offices past 5:30 PM EST.

A Day in the Life

The successful candidate will possess excellent communication skills, a commitment to delivering high-quality work, and a customer-oriented approach. They must also demonstrate the ability to collaborate effectively with the full RIS team to achieve the following objectives: provide accurate research and reference assistance to attorneys across all practice areas in a timely and cost-effective manner; analyze and communicate findings in a clear and concise manner; serve as a Research Specialist liaison to various practice teams; monitor current industry and legal developments relevant to the practice teams and inform attorneys of important updates through appropriate channels; critically evaluate and recommend legal and business information resources; stay current on emerging technologies and issues affecting law firms and information providers; and utilize a centralized workflow tool to deliver expert research and consultative services to attorneys and staff. Additionally, the successful candidate will support other projects or duties as assigned.

We Know You

To be considered for this role you must have a Master’s Degree in Library/Information Services and/or a J.D. Degree and at least 3 years of experiences conducting research within a large law firm. You must have the ability to conduct research on a variety of legal and business topics. This position will require extensive use of research tools that include Bloomberg Law, Westlaw Edge and Lexis Plus. 

In addition, expert level attention to detail and organization skills will be a necessity to carry out the responsibility of this job in a professional manner. You must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and the ability to deal with unscheduled events that may require changing priorities with little notice. In this role you must be able to collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, law clerks, and administrative assistants while managing the various personalities and expectations.  

At Nelson Mullins, we are dedicated to transparent and fair compensation practices. Pay for this position is determined by factors such as experience, skills, and location.

  • Salary/Wage Range: $80,000 – $108,000 annually

In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for performance bonuses, merit-based raises, and benefits such as healthcare, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Who We Are

With over 1,000 attorneys and professionals, Nelson Mullins has strong roots in the business community and an appreciation for new directions in the business world. As a Firm, Nelson Mullins has a strong foundation of community service and good citizenship. Our administrative professionals likewise promote these values, with opportunities to participate and play roles in various pro bono and community service initiatives. We collaborate with each other and with our clients, working side-by-side toward shared goals.

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Job Posting: Branch Librarian, Kansas & Wyoming Federal Court Libraries

The U.S. Federal Court Libraries is seeking an experienced librarian for a satellite position in Kansas City, KS. For more information, please visit the Court’s website at https://www.ca10.uscourts.gov/hr/jobs/branch-librarian.

LOCATION: Kansas City, KS 

SALARY RANGE: KS: CL 27/1 ($58,939) – CL 28/61 ($114,850) 

OPEN DATES: May 31, 2024 

CLOSING DATE: Open until filled. Preference given to applications received by June 14, 2024. 

POSITION OVERVIEW: The Branch Librarian for the Kansas and Wyoming Libraries manages and maintains law libraries and provides research and reference services to federal judges and judiciary staff in the Kansas City and Cheyenne courthouses and throughout the Districts of Kansas and Wyoming. The Branch Librarian works with the Circuit Librarian and other Research and Reference Librarians circuit-wide to develop and deliver training and educational programs to court staff and to provide online reference and research services (including Westlaw, Lexis-Nexis, OCLC, SIRSI ILS, and the judiciary intranet). The librarian is expected to perform outreach, be comfortable with emerging technologies, improve access to online databases and Internet resources, and provide training. The librarian may perform chambers collection maintenance, as needed. The librarian works as part of a collaborative team on library-wide issues and projects with other librarians in the Circuit. Additional duties as assigned. This position reports to the Associate Circuit Librarian in Denver and will supervise Library Technicians in Kansas City and Cheyenne. 

REQUIREMENTS: Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited institution; JD from an ABA-accredited law school; at least three years of professional law library experience (previous supervisory experience preferred); solid online research skills (including Lexis, Westlaw, and the Internet) and familiarity with both print and electronic resources; experience working with instructional technology and multi-media formats; excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills, including willingness to make presentations, conduct training sessions, and work in a team environment. Additional duties as assigned. Travel within the circuit may be required. 

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Applicants must be U.S. citizens or eligible to work in the United States. Excepted service appointments are “at will” and may be terminated by either the court or the employee at any time. Appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Employees are subject to the Judicial Code of Conduct. Direct deposit of pay required. 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Submit cover letter, resume, and Application for Judicial Employment as a single PDF to HR@ca10.uscourts.gov. In subject line, reference vacancy announcement #24L08. 

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