Research Analyst

Soni; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Soni, in partnership with a leading global law firm, is hiring a Research Analyst to deliver sophisticated legal, business, and competitive research support for attorneys and professionals. This role focuses on litigation-focused research, leveraging databases like Lexis, Westlaw and Bloomberg to inform case strategy and client service.

The position requires a proactive, client-focused professional who can manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and collaborate across practice

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of legal research experience in a large law firm, AmLaw environment, or comparable setting.
• Expertise in litigation, case law, regulatory and factual research using major platforms.
• Strong communication, project management, and client-service skills; detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex litigation research, including case law, statutory, regulatory, legislative history, and factual investigations.
• Serve as a dedicated research resource for assigned litigation practice groups and provide timely, high-quality support to attorneys and related professionals.
• Develop cost-effective research strategies and train attorneys on legal research tools and best practices.
• Analyze and synthesize research findings into clear, actionable insights for legal strategy and client matters.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects and contribute to department-wide research initiatives.

Skills

Litigation research

Analytical skills

Project management

Client service

Education

MLIS/MLS or JD

Tools

Lexis+

Westlaw

Bloomberg Law

Practical Law

PACER

Job description

Soni is partnering with a leading global law firm’s Research & Knowledge Management team on their hiring of Research Analyst. They are seeking an individual who can provide sophisticated legal, business, and competitive research support to attorneys and business professionals. This role serves as a key resource for litigation-focused research, leveraging advanced legal databases and analytical skills to deliver actionable insights that support case strategy and client service. The position requires a proactive, client-focused professional who can manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while collaborating across practice groups. The role follows a hybrid work model combining in-office and remote work.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex litigation research, including case law, statutory, regulatory, legislative history, and factual investigations using a variety of legal research platforms.
• Serve as a dedicated research resource for assigned litigation practice groups and provide timely, high-quality support to attorneys and related professionals.
• Develop cost-effective research strategies and train attorneys and staff on legal research tools, databases, and best practices.
• Analyze and synthesize research findings into clear, actionable insights that support legal strategy and client matters.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects, assist with onboarding and orientation programs, and contribute to department-wide research initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of legal research experience in a large law firm, AmLaw environment, or comparable legal setting.
• Demonstrated expertise in litigation, case law, regulatory, and factual research, with proficiency in platforms such as Lexis+, Westlaw, Bloomberg Law, Practical Law, PACER, and related resources.
• Strong analytical, communication, project management, and client-service skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while thriving in a collaborative, team-oriented environment and managing competing deadlines effectively.
• Master's degree in Library & Information Science (MLIS/MLS) and/or Juris Doctor (JD) preferred; knowledge of securities, tax, or corporate research is a plus.

Compensation: $120,000 - $135,000

Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications.