| Faegre Drinker is seeking an experienced Research Librarian/Research Analyst to join our Research & Information Services team in one of our offices located in Philadelphia, Minneapolis, Chicago, Denver, Indianapolis, Princeton, or Washington, D.C. with flexible working environment options. As a member of this dynamic team, you will conduct quick reference and on-demand research to support our attorneys and staff. You will collaborate with other talented professionals who are passionate about delivering exceptional service for our clients. Our team is known for its dedication and supportive environment, where many members have enjoyed long and fulfilling careers. We promote a culture of mutual assistance and strong teamwork, ensuring a thriving and engaging workplace. Use this link to find out more and to apply. Contact CoALL Member Andrea McCullough, Manager of Research Services, with any questions: andrea.mccullough@faegredrinker.com, 303-607-3709. |
Job Description:
What you would do:
- Independently, creatively, and accurately conduct efficient, cost-effective legal and non-legal research
- Provide research to the Competitive Intelligence Department, Business Development & Marketing Department, practice groups, industry teams, recruiting department, and to strategic committees of the firm, in alignment with the firm’s strategic plan, and the practice group and industry teams’ business plans
- Work to understand the information needs of attorneys, paralegals and other
- Assist attorneys in framing and solving their information needs
- Provide research and analysis of potential vendors, vendor products and electronic research sources to operations departments as requested
- Special projects and duties, as assigned
What is expected:
- Ability to problem-solve
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills are a requirement for this position (e.g., via phone, web/videoconference)
- Ability to concentrate on tasks, make decisions and work calmly and effectively in a high-pressure, deadline-orientated environment
- Demonstrated ability to use good judgment in taking initiative while asking for direction or clarification and consulting others, as appropriate
- Willingness to be flexible with time and adjust to a changing work environment
- Ability to build and maintain positive relationships, both internally and externally, while maintaining a client service orientation in a collaborative environment
- Ability to use sound judgment and discretion in dealing with highly confidential information
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, organize and accurately prioritize work, be detail-oriented, understand when urgency is required and use good judgment in varied situations
What we offer:
- Flexible working environment for work-life success
- Opportunity to participate in firm-sponsored volunteer events
- Wellness programming with personalized content and activities
Professional environment and the opportunity to work with experts at the top of their fields - Variety of health plan options, as well as dental, vision and 401(k) plans
- Generous paid time off
The anticipated initial annual salary range for someone who is hired into this position is $85,000 – $100,000.
Actual initial salary may be above or below the above-identified range and will be based on the relevant skills, training, experience, and other job-related factors, including the location where the position is filled, in all cases consistent with applicable law. This is an exempt role and the initial salary range listed above is just one component of Faegre Drinker’s total compensation and benefits package for professional staff, which includes, but is not limited to, a discretionary bonus; life, health, accident, and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan.
What is required:
- Master’s Degree in Library & Information Science from an ALA-accredited library school or Juris Doctor degree from ABA-accredited law school
- Minimum of three years professional library experience in a law firm, corporate or professional services environment
- Business/Competitive Intelligence research experience
- Knowledge of legal and business information, research creation and distribution processes
- Knowledge of government, legal, and business sources of information and terminology
- Proficiency in using legal and non-legal research services such as Westlaw and Lexis; ability to learn numerous secondary online services such as Bloomberg Law, VitalLaw, Intelligize and HeinOnline, as well as various litigation and business development tools and litigation analytics platforms
- Willingness to learn and adopt firm supported artificial intelligence tools
- Creative deployment of multiple research strategies and services in completing assignments
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)
Apply now if you are ready to join the Faegre Drinker team!
Application Deadline: Friday, March 28, 2025