AI-Driven Legal Research Librarian

WFB Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

401(k) plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off (PT0)

Job summary

Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP is seeking a collaborative Research Librarian to join the Research Services team. You will deliver high-quality legal and business research to attorneys and professionals, transforming complex information into clear, actionable insights, and leveraging generative AI in line with firm policies.

You will train colleagues, evaluate new tools, and partner across teams to provide institution-wide research solutions while supporting continuous learning and process

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Library or Information Science from an ALA-accredited program is preferred.
• At least two years of professional law firm library experience.
• Experience with legal research databases (Westlaw, Lexis) and AI-enabled tools.

Responsibilities

• Delivers legal and business research with minimal supervision using advanced research platforms and AI tools.
• Selects effective research strategies and analyzes complex information to produce actionable insights.
• Manages multiple research requests, meeting deadlines and quality standards.
• Produces concise, well-organized deliverables communicating findings, methodology, and recommendations.
• Trains attorneys on research resources, emerging technologies, and responsible AI use.
• Continuously evaluates new tools and resources to improve service delivery and drive innovation.

Skills

Legal research

AI-enabled research

Advanced research platforms

Communication

Presentations

Education

Master’s in Library/Information Science

Tools

Westlaw

Lexis Protégé

Vincent

Bloomberg Law

PACER

Docket Alarm

Docket Navigator

Lex Machina

Job description

Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP is seeking a collaborative Research Librarian to join the Research Services team. You will deliver high-quality legal and business research to attorneys and professionals, transforming complex information into clear, actionable insights, and leveraging generative AI in line with firm policies.

You will train colleagues, evaluate new tools, and partner across teams to provide institution-wide research solutions while supporting continuous learning and process