Research Analyst

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP in Nashville, Tennessee, invites applications for a legal research professional who will support attorneys, clients, and staff with rigorous research, synthesis of findings, and timely knowledge updates across matters and industries.

You will develop training on legal research resources, participate in evaluating analytics platforms and AI-enabled tools, and help manage multiple priorities in a demanding large-firm environment.

Qualifications

• MLS, MLIS, or equivalent degree from an accredited institution.
• Experience conducting legal and business research in a large law firm or similar professional services environment.
• Strong client service orientation and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication skills, including the ability to summarize complex information clearly and effectively.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other business productivity tools.
• Advanced proficiency with Lexis, Westlaw, Bloomberg Law, and PACER.
• Experience with legal analytics and research resources such as Lex Machina, Practical Law, VitalLaw, Checkpoint, Capital IQ, PitchBook, Intelligize, CourtLink, Docket Alarm, Courthouse News, or similar platforms preferred.
• Familiarity with generative AI and AI-enhanced legal research tools.
• Experience developing and delivering training programs or presentations preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of firm and client information.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal and business research for attorneys, clients, and staff.
• Analyze and synthesize research findings into clear, concise, actionable work product.
• Develop and maintain current awareness tracking and monitoring.
• Participate in the department’s research intake process, conducting reference interviews and responding to research requests via the firm’s workflow system.
• Design and deliver one annual training on legal research resources and strategies.
• Assist attorneys and business professionals in using legal research, analytics, and AI-enabled tools.
• Participate in the evaluation of research resources, analytics platforms, and emerging technologies.
• Maintain awareness of developments in legal research, legal technology, and artificial intelligence.
• Participate in departmental meetings, projects, and other initiatives.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical thinking

Communication

Client service

Time management

Education

MLS/MLIS

Tools

Lexis

Westlaw

Bloomberg Law

PACER

Job description

Nashville, Tennessee

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct legal and business research for attorneys, clients, and staff.
• Analyze and synthesize research findings into clear, concise, actionable work product.
• Develop and maintain current awareness tracking and monitoring.
• Participate in the department’s research intake process, conducting reference interviews and responding to research requests via the firm’s workflow system.
• Design and deliver one annual training on legal research resources and strategies.
• Assist attorneys and business professionals in using legal research, analytics, and AI-enabled tools.
• Participate in the evaluation of research resources, analytics platforms, and emerging technologies.
• Maintain awareness of developments in legal research, legal technology, and artificial intelligence.
• Participate in departmental meetings, projects, and other initiatives.

Qualifications

• MLS, MLIS, or equivalent degree from an accredited institution.
• Experience conducting legal and business research in a large law firm or similar professional services environment.
• Strong client service orientation and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication skills, including the ability to summarize complex information clearly and effectively.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other business productivity tools.
• Advanced proficiency with Lexis, Westlaw, Bloomberg Law, and PACER.
• Experience with legal analytics and research resources such as Lex Machina, Practical Law, VitalLaw, Checkpoint, Capital IQ, PitchBook, Intelligize, CourtLink, Docket Alarm, Courthouse News, or similar platforms preferred.
• Familiarity with generative AI and AI-enhanced legal research tools.
• Experience developing and delivering training programs or presentations preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of firm and client information.
• We recognize that no candidate is likely to meet every qualification listed above. If you believe your experience, skills, and professional background would enable you to succeed in this role, we encourage you to apply.

The expected salary range for this position is $100,000 - $130,000. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, qualifications, skill set, and geographic location.

Qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for the position in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please contact us at [e-mail].