Research Analyst

Murtha Cullina LLP; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health savings account

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with profit sharing

Paid leave

Employee assistance program

Commuter benefits

Parking benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Harris Beach Murtha’s Knowledge Services team is seeking a Research Analyst to conduct legal, business, and other research supporting attorneys, staff, and clients. Requirements include 1–3+ years in legal research in a law firm, a Bachelor's degree, and familiarity with major research platforms.

This role offers a hybrid schedule across Albany, Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse NY and other locations. You will manage multiple research requests, synthesize information from diverse sources, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required; MLS or equivalent preferred.
• 1–3+ years of legal research experience in a law firm.
• Experience with major electronic research sources (Westlaw, Lexis, Bloomberg Law, Practical Law, etc.).
• Strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent client service and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-depth legal and business research to support attorneys.
• Manage multiple research requests with competing deadlines.
• Collaborate with practice groups and Knowledge Services staff.
• Assist with research training for staff and clients.
• Evaluate and select research resources as needed.

Skills

Legal research

Attention to detail

Time management

Client service

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

MLS or equivalent

Tools

Westlaw

CoCounsel

Lexis

Bloomberg Law

Practical Law

VitalLaw

Microsoft Office

CoPilot

SharePoint

Job description

Location: Albany, Buffalo, Rochester, and Syracuse, NY; Hartford, CT; and Boston, MA (hybrid remote opportunity)

Do you have experience in legal research services? Are you excited about the opportunity to join an innovative, growing law firm that has been successful for more than 170 years?

Role

Harris Beach Murtha’s Knowledge Services team is in search of a Research Analyst to conduct legal, business, and other non-legal research in support of attorneys, professional staff, and clients. You will THRIVE in this role if you have:

• 1-3+ years of experience in legal research in a law firm (required)


• A Bachelor’s Degree (required) and MLS or equivalent degree (preferred)


• Experience with electronic research sources such as Westlaw, CoCounsel, Lexis, Bloomberg Law, Practical Law, VitalLaw and other standard law library applications


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, CoPilot and SharePoint applications


• Strong attention to detail and curiosity in identifying relevant and creative solutions


• Excellent organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills


• Superior client service and listening skills

Responsibilities

The Research Analyst is responsible for performing in-depth research and analysis, supporting the effective use of research tools and resources, collaborating with practice groups, and participating in training, outreach, and special projects. Do you have the DRIVE and DESIRE to:

• Manage multiple research requests and projects with competing deadlines while maintaining a high level of quality and attention to detail


• Analyze, evaluate, and synthesize information from a wide range of sources to identify relevant authority, data, and insights


• Apply sound judgment and independent analysis when researching and solving complex information questions


• Collaborate with attorneys, practice groups, and Knowledge Services team members to understand information needs and deliver effective research solutions


• Assist with or develop formal and informal research training for attorneys, professional staff, lateral hires, summer associates, and clients


• Promote efficient and effective use of research tools and services, including through outreach and office visits as needed


• Assist with the evaluation and selection of research resources and services


• Participate in special projects and initiatives under the direction of Knowledge Services leadership

Harris Beach Murtha Recognizes Everyone Has a Right To Be Included. You Will Be Successful In Your Career At The Firm If You

• Exhibit the ability to manage multiple projects independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment


• Believe in the firm’s core values: collaboration, inclusion, ingenuity, respect, integrity, and commitment


• Enjoy working with diverse personalities within various levels of the firm


• Are comfortable working in the office on a hybrid schedule

Salary information below will vary depending upon relevant experience for the position, geographic locations and weekly hours schedule. The anticipated weekly schedule for the Research Analyst is 40 hours a week.

Albany, Buffalo, Rochester, and Syracuse, NY: $50,000 - $70,000

Boston, MA: $60,000 - $80,000

Hartford, CT: $55,000 - $75,000

Harris Beach Murtha offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports both professional and personal well-being. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurances; health savings and flexible spending account options; life and disability insurances; retirement plan including 401(k) and profit sharing; paid leave programs; employee assistance resources; commuter and parking benefits where applicable; and professional development opportunities. Eligibility for benefits is subject to applicable plan terms and firm policies.

Harris Beach Murtha is committed to an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from diverse candidates with varied background and skills, including military experience. Harris Beach Murtha Cullina PLLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About Harris Beach Murtha

Harris Beach Murtha formed in 2025 via the combination of Harris Beach PLLC and Murtha Cullina LLP. A forward-thinking and innovative partnership with the benefit of more than 250 years of combined history, Harris Beach Murtha’s New York roots reach back to 1856 and the firm has had ties to New England since 1936. Harris Beach and Murtha Cullina were separately among the country’s top law firms as ranked by The National Law Journal.

Harris Beach Murtha and its subsidiaries have a strong Northeast presence, but a global reach. Clients include Fortune 100 corporations, privately held companies, emerging businesses, public sector entities, tax-exempt organizations and individuals. The firm’s practice areas and industries served span appellate law, business litigation, commercial real estate, construction, corporate, environmental, energy, financial institutions, financial restructuring, government compliance and investigations, health care, immigration, intellectual property, labor and employment, mass torts, medical and life sciences, political law, product liability, public finance, tax, and trusts and estates.

The firm’s lawyers and consultants practice from offices throughout Connecticut in Bantam, Hartford, New Haven and Stamford; New York state in Albany, Buffalo, Ithaca, New York City, Rochester, Saratoga Springs, Syracuse, Long Island and White Plains, as well as in Boston, Massachusetts and Newark, New Jersey.

The firm’s policy prohibiting unlawful discrimination applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, placement, assignment of duties, training, promotion, compensation & benefits and termination. It is the policy of Harris Beach Murtha Cullina PLLC that all applicants and employees enjoy a positive, respectful and productive work environment, free from behavior, actions or language constituting unlawful harassment. Accordingly, harassment or discrimination of any kind based on an individual’s race or color, sex, age, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, military status, genetic predisposition, carrier status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, creed, domestic violence victim status or any other legally protected status is strictly prohibited. Harris Beach Murtha complies with the provisions of the Human Rights Law, all other State and Federal statutory and constitutional non-discrimination provisions including non-discrimination on the basis of prior criminal conviction and prior arrest.