Intake Research Analyst

Nixon Peabody LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

The Intake Research Analyst at Nixon Peabody LLP conducts due diligence on potential and existing clients, gathering and presenting findings to assist attorneys and firm management. The role emphasizes confidentiality and high-quality research in a fast-paced environment.

This position offers a hybrid work schedule and opportunities to collaborate across teams while staying current on research techniques and resources relevant to evaluating new business and ongoing matters.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of research experience, preferably in a law firm or professional services environment.
• Bachelor’s Degree required. Work experience in lieu of a degree will be considered.
• General knowledge of legal terminology, litigation structure, and legal and business research processes and resources.
• Expert level of deductive reasoning, analytical thinking, and research skills.
• Proficient at filtering large amounts of data and clearly summarizing information into relevant findings.
• High attention to detail and accuracy skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritize competing demands to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong computer skills.
• Skilled in searching online resources (i.e., Lexis and Westlaw).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively interface with personnel at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Perform a high volume of timely and thorough online research, including review of litigation, media, sanctions, and other determinants of client worthiness.
• Gather, interpret, and accurately present an organized summary of relevant research findings to attorneys and staff to aid the assessment of the Firm’s possible involvement with parties in connection with new and existing business, lateral hires and other special projects.
• Communicate with attorneys, secretaries, and team members to ensure accuracy and completeness of reports and due diligence to support informed decisions by attorneys, staff, and firm management.
• Collaborate with teammates and others relevant personnel with respect to larger and more complex projects.
• Strive to improve processes while taking initiative to identify issues and propose solutions.
• Remain current in research techniques and available resources relevant to providing high quality research.
• Strict adherence to confidentiality rules regarding client and firm matters.
• Assist with special projects and ad-hoc requests.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Research

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Lexis

Westlaw

Job description

Job Description

The Intake Research Analyst is responsible for conducting due diligence on potential and existing clients and associated parties to assist with the evaluation of new business under prevailing ethical rules and internal policies. This position proactively identifies risks and concerns to allow proper consideration by attorneys and firm management. A hybrid work schedule is available for this position.

A career at Nixon Peabody is the opportunity to do work that matters. It’s the chance to use your knowledge to shape what’s ahead. To share, to innovate, to learn at a firm that taps the power of collective thinking.

We’ve created a dynamic, energizing environment that promotes success for our clients and each other. We offer fast growth, connectedness and training in business as well as law. And our rigorous standards assure you are part of a diverse team of top talent at every turn.

If you’re someone who’s looking toward the future, we’d love to hear from you.

Locations

• Albany, NY
• Boston, MA
• Chicago, IL
• Los Angeles, CA
• Manchester, NH
• Rochester, NY
• Washington, DC

Key Responsibilities

• Perform a high volume of timely and thorough online research, including review of litigation, media, sanctions, and other determinants of client worthiness.
• Gather, interpret, and accurately present an organized summary of relevant research findings to attorneys and staff to aid the assessment of the Firm’s possible involvement with parties in connection with new and existing business, lateral hires and other special projects.
• Communicate with attorneys, secretaries, and team members to ensure accuracy and completeness of reports and due diligence to support informed decisions by attorneys, staff, and firm management.
• Collaborate with teammates and others relevant personnel with respect to larger and more complex projects.
• Strive to improve processes while taking initiative to identify issues and propose solutions.
• Remain current in research techniques and available resources relevant to providing high quality research.
• Strict adherence to confidentiality rules regarding client and firm matters.
• Assist with special projects and ad-hoc requests.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• 2-4 years of research experience, preferably in a law firm or professional services environment.
• Bachelor’s Degree required. Work experience in lieu of a degree will be considered.
• General knowledge of legal terminology, litigation structure, and legal and business research processes and resources.
• Expert level of deductive reasoning, analytical thinking, and research skills.
• Proficient at filtering large amounts of data and clearly summarizing information into relevant findings.
• High attention to detail and accuracy skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritize competing demands to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong computer skills.
• Skilled in searching online resources (i.e., Lexis and Westlaw).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively interface with personnel at all levels.
• Demonstrated professionalism and customer service orientation.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team.
• Ability to make sound decisions while using good judgement.

Salary Information

In accordance with applicable Federal and State laws, the anticipated annual salary range for this position, depending on location, is as follows:

• Albany, NY: $63,500 to $90,750
• Manchester, NH: $63,500 to $90,750
• Rochester, NY: $63,500 to $90,750
• Boston, MA: $70,000 to $100,100
• Chicago, IL: $70,000 to $100,100
• Los Angeles, CA: $70,000 to $100,100
• Washington, DC: $70,000 to $100,100

In addition to a standard benefits package, this role may be eligible for additional contingent compensation based on an array of factors, including but not limited to: work performance, geographic location, work experience, education, and qualifications. Because such contingent compensation is not yet calculable or may be zero ($0) in some circumstances, the above-listed salary range(s) are Nixon Peabody’s good faith estimate of the annual salary(ies) it reasonably expects to pay for the position at the time of this posting.

Nixon Peabody LLP is an Equal Opportunity / Affimative Action Employer: Disability / Veteran. Nixon Peabody is committed to creating a fair workplace and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

To comply with Federal law, Nixon Peabody participates in E-Verify. All newly hired employees are verified through this electronic system established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to confirm their identity and employment eligibility. Please refer to the Notice of E-Verify Participation and the Right to Work posters on the Nixon Peabody Careers page for more information.