Legal Research & Insights Analyst

Sidley Austin (DC) LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 81,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

Comprehensive benefits program

Job summary

Sidley Austin LLP is seeking a Research Analyst to perform high-quality legal and non-legal research using online and print resources. You will support practice area teams by delivering actionable insights for better decisions through topic-specific research and analytic results.

The role includes conducting research across legal, business, and industry subjects, providing training on strategies and resources, and delivering presentations to attorney groups and other departments.

Qualifications

• Required: MLS from an ALA accredited university or 3 years’ experience in a research environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preferred: JD from an ABA accredited law school or other advanced degree.
• Strong technical skills, including familiarity with MS Office, SharePoint and other related technology tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct high-level, customizable research and analytics in legal, business and other subjects.
• Provide practice, subject, and/or industry research in areas aligned with the firm’s practice and business.
• Provide training on research strategies and resources.
• Develop and deliver presentations to attorney practice groups, colleagues and other departments on research tools and current developments.
• Advise on collection development including new databases, websites and print material.
• Keep up to date on industry current trends and best practices.
• Weekend day coverage is required as part of team rotation.
• Work on special projects or any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Judgment

Interpersonal communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Confidentiality

Working under pressure

Multitasking

Education

MLS from an ALA accredited university

JD from ABA-accredited law school or advanced degree

Tools

MS Office

SharePoint

Job description

Sidley Austin LLP is seeking a Research Analyst to perform high-quality legal and non-legal research using online and print resources. You will support practice area teams by delivering actionable insights for better decisions through topic-specific research and analytic results.

The role includes conducting research across legal, business, and industry subjects, providing training on strategies and resources, and delivering presentations to attorney groups and other departments.