Law Librarian

Drummond Woodsum; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

401(k) plan

Wellness support

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Drummond Woodsum, located in Portland, Maine, seeks a Law Librarian to manage the firm’s legal research resources, maintain library collections and subscriptions, and support knowledge management initiatives that boost the efficiency of our legal teams.

The ideal candidate will possess strong research skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to providing exceptional service in a fast-paced professional environment, with MLIS or equivalent library experience and 3–5 years in a library

Qualifications

• Education requirements include MLIS + library experience preferred or a Bachelor degree with library experience
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a library environment; law firm experience preferred
• Strong legal research, analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced professional environment
• Ability to locate, evaluate, and deliver research with minimal supervision
• Proficiency with different library management systems, cataloging standards, and legal research databases
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to produce accurate, high-quality work, and provide exceptional service to attorneys and staff

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal, business, legislative, regulatory, and factual research in support of attorneys
• Manage and maintain the firm’s print and electronic library resources
• Provide training and guidance to attorneys, paralegals, and staff on legal research techniques and available resources
• Respond promptly to research requests and ensure timely delivery of accurate information
• Monitor and support the firm’s Continuing Legal Education (CLE) program, including researching CLE options, compliance tracking, confirming program accreditation, recordkeeping, and reminders for attorney reporting requirements
• Stay current on developments in legal research technology, artificial intelligence tools
• Coordinate with practice groups and firm leadership to evaluate resource needs, identify collection gaps, and support strategic knowledge management initiatives
• Coordinate library outreach initiatives and library committee activities across the firm

Skills

Legal research

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Library management systems

Cataloging standards

Legal research databases

Education

MLIS

Bachelor's degree with library experience

Tools

Library management systems

Job description

Law Librarian

Portland, Maine

Drummond Woodsum is seeking a Law Librarian to join our firm. This position is responsible for managing the firm’s legal research resources, maintaining library collections and subscriptions, providing research assistance, and supporting knowledge management initiatives that enhance the efficiency of our legal teams. The ideal candidate will possess strong research skills, excellent attention to detail, and a commitment to providing exceptional service in a fast-paced professional environment.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct legal, business, legislative, regulatory, and factual research in support of attorneys
• Manage and maintain the firm’s print and electronic library resources
• Provide training and guidance to attorneys, paralegals, and staff on legal research techniques and available resources
• Respond promptly to research requests and ensure timely delivery of accurate information
• Monitor and support the firm’s Continuing Legal Education (CLE) program, including researching CLE options, compliance tracking, confirming program accreditation, recordkeeping, and reminders for attorney reporting requirements
• Stay current on developments in legal research technology, artificial intelligence tools
• Coordinate with practice groups and firm leadership to evaluate resource needs, identify collection gaps, and support strategic knowledge management initiatives
• Coordinate library outreach initiatives and library committee activities across the firm

Qualifications:

• Education requirements include MLIS + library experience preferred or a Bachelor degree with library experience

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a library environment; law firm experience preferred
• Strong legal research, analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced professional environment
• Ability to locate, evaluate, and deliver research with minimal supervision
• Proficiency with different library management systems, cataloging standards, and legal research databases
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to produce accurate, high-quality work, and provide exceptional service to attorneys and staff

At Drummond Woodsum we are committed to the growth and development of our employees. Our focus is geared toward fostering a culture where you can work with and learn from diverse individuals, explore and expand your capabilities, and are valued for the contributions and perspectives you bring. We’re committed to providing our team members with the support they need to thrive both personally and professionally, and we are proud to offer the following benefits:

• Insurance options, including domestic partner coverage, for health (either a co-pay-based plan or HSA with firm contributions), dental, and vision
• 401(k) plan with pre- or post-tax investment options and firm contributions
• Wellness support, including telehealth coverage, and on-site privacy rooms
• Life insurance coverage at 1.5x your annual salary, plus supplemental voluntary coverage available
• Leave plans, including paid parental leave, short- and long-term disability

Firm involvement, including:

• Monthly firm lunch meetings to hear about all areas of the firm
• Committee participation, such as our Community Service Committee which organizes a drive every December and our public outreach week in July
• Social gatherings – 2025 included a field day BBQ, a holiday get-together, and our annual Halloween party for our families