Research Analyst

Illinois Defense Counsel; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Great benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Quarles & Brady is seeking an experienced Research Analyst to support attorneys and business professionals with comprehensive legal and business research from a remote location in CA, AZ, or CO. You will leverage AI-enabled tools, synthesize findings, and deliver clear summaries to requestors.

The role requires 4+ years in law firm research, familiarity with major research platforms, and strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or higher in Library/Information Science or JD.
• 4+ years of law firm research experience.
• Strong knowledge of multiple areas of law.
• Experience researching case law, statutes, regulations, dockets and trial court filings.
• Proficiency with major legal research platforms (Westlaw, Lexis, Bloomberg).
• Experience using AI-enabled research tools and evaluating AI outputs.

Responsibilities

• Independently conducts legal and business research and provides concise summaries.
• Uses AI-enabled research tools and verifies output against authoritative sources.
• Manages research requests and communicates scope, timing, and results.
• Advises on selection and use of research resources.
• Records research requests and billable time per firm guidelines.
• Participates in evaluating new research resources and knowledge sharing.

Skills

Legal research

AI tools

Time management

Communication

Education

Master of Library Science

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Westlaw Precision

Lexis+

Bloomberg Law

Practical Guidance

Practical Law

VitalLaw

CourtLink

D&B Hoovers

S&P Capital IQ

Job description

Office Locations: Phoenix

We have the opportunity for an experienced Research Analyst to join the firm’s Research & Knowledge Management department. This is a collaborative role supporting the firm’s attorneys and business professionals with legal and business research. This position is on a team of Research Services professionals and reports to the Director of Research & Knowledge Management.

Note: This is a remote position based in California, Arizona, or Colorado with the expected work schedule 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time.

Grow Your Career at Quarles

At Quarles, your goals matter. We foster a collaborative, inclusive culture where your voice is heard and your growth is supported. Join a team that values creativity, flexibility, and shared success.

What We Offer:

• Supportive, adaptable work environment
• Career development through mentoring and training – Professional growth opportunities
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits

Be part of a firm where great people achieve great things—together.

Responsibilities:

• Independently conducts legal and business research of varying complexity, analyzes and synthesizes results, and provides clear, concise summaries of findings to requestors
• Uses AI-enabled research tools and advanced search technologies, as appropriate, to improve research efficiency; develops effective prompts; and reviews and verifies AI-generated output against authoritative sources before incorporating the results into work product
• Receives and clarifies research requests from attorneys and business professionals, identifies appropriate research approaches, and communicates regarding scope, timing, and results
• Advises attorneys and business professionals on the selection and effective use of research resources
• Provides research resource training and point-of-need guidance
• Records research requests in the department’s ticket management system and billable research time in the firm’s time entry system in accordance with firm guidelines
• Contributes to Research Services communications initiatives highlighting resources, services, and capabilities
• Participates in evaluating new and updated research resources and provides feedback regarding their potential value to the firm
• Participates in collaborative Research Services and department meetings and contributes to team discussions and knowledge sharing
• Identifies and implements process improvements related to the position's responsibilities
• Maintains current knowledge of available and existing research tools applicable to the position's responsibilities, as well as developments in research concepts, techniques, and methods
• Participates in professional development through internal and external training and involvement in professional associations
• Maintains strict confidentiality of firm matters
• Models qualities and performance expected of firm employees, including attendance, professionalism, engagement, responsiveness, and high-quality work product
• Uses resources in compliance with firm policies and licensing requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and a Master’s degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution and/or JD
• 4+ years of law firm research services experience required; practical legal experience a plus
• Working knowledge of multiple areas of law
• Experience researching case law, statutes, regulations, dockets and trial court filings, expert witness materials, attorney and judicial analytics, and verdicts and settlements
• Proficiency with major legal, business, and financial research platforms, including Westlaw Precision, Lexis+, Bloomberg Law, Practical Guidance, Practical Law, VitalLaw, CourtLink, D&B Hoovers, S&P Capital IQ, and comparable resources
• Demonstrated ability to effectively use AI-enabled tools in legal or business research, including prompt development, output evaluation, and validation of results against authoritative sources
• Familiarity with time-entry, billing, and ticket-management systems
• Ability to work independently, manage and prioritize multiple projects, and adapt to shifting priorities in a dynamic environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to evaluate research results and synthesize relevant information into clear, concise summaries
• Team mindset and excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with a focus on responsive, high-quality service

Quarles & Brady offers competitive salaries, bonus and great benefits to employees including paid time off, health, vision, dental, 401k, life, disability and much more. Benefit eligibility is dependent on hours. Compensation is determined upon the market in which the position is located, the responsibilities of the position, the experience, education and skills of the applicant, and other job-related factors. The range for this position for individuals physically located in San Diego is $89,000 to $112,000 annually. The range for this position for individuals physically located in Denver $81,000 to $100,000 annually.

Quarles is an equal opportunity employer.

If you have any questions or require additional information regarding this position, please contact:

Jennifer McKinney, Senior Manager, Recruiting & Operations, [e-mail]