Senior Research Analyst

Socket.dev; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Parental leave

Life insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Bonuses

Job summary

Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP in Los Angeles seeks a Senior Research Analyst to deliver comprehensive legal and business research for all practice areas and support AI initiatives. You will leverage advanced databases, maintain high-quality outputs, and collaborate across teams in a fast-paced environment.

The role reports to the Litigation Research Manager and requires MLS/JD preference with 6–8 years of research experience in a law firm or professional services setting.

Qualifications

• Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Exercise independent judgment on significant research matters with minimal supervision.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Service-oriented team player able to interact at all levels.
• Coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines.
• Work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid team environment.
• Solve problems and perform well under pressure with tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth legal research across practice groups for firm attorneys.
• Independently manage research assignments with timely delivery.
• Contribute to training curricula for RIM Analysts and assist onboarding.
• Utilize GenAI tools to enhance research quality and efficiency.
• Perform client development research including background checks and competitive intel.
• Evaluate new resources and make recommendations to RIM leadership.
• Stay current on research techniques and resources relevant to the firm.
• Participate in rotating weekend coverage.

Skills

Problem solving

Independent judgment

Communication

Attention to detail

Team player

Multitasking

Hybrid collaboration

Education

MLS or JD preferred

Tools

Lexis+

Westlaw Precision

CoCounsel

Bloomberg Law

Lex Machina

Deal Point Data

Newsdesk

Quest ticketing system

Job description

Gibson Dunn is a leading global law firm, advising clients on significant transactions and disputes. Our exceptional teams craft and deploy creative legal strategies that are meticulously tailored to every matter, however complex or high-stakes. The firm’s work is distinguished by a unique combination of precision and vision.

The Research and Information Management (RIM) Department provides research assistance to the Firm’s partners and associates and others within the Firm. The RIM Department also oversees all research related subscriptions and online research resources; therefore, the candidate must be very flexible and highly committed to quality, customer service, teamwork and supporting Firm and department goals in a fast-paced environment.

Based in Los Angeles, the Senior Research Analyst will be responsible for providing comprehensive research services to all attorneys within the firm. This role involves conducting in-depth legal and business research across all the firm’s practice areas and supporting the firm's AI initiatives. The position requires a strong understanding of research databases as well as excellent communication and analytical skills. The candidate should possess a keen interest in innovation and technology, and an ability to learn new legal and business research platforms.

The role reports to the Litigation Research Manager.

Responsibilities include:

• Conducting in-depth legal research across all practice groups for firm attorneys, including complex and multijurisdictional requests requiring advanced research strategy and analytical judgment.
• Independently managing research assignments, preparing comprehensive analysis of results and delivery in a timely manner.
• Contribution to training curriculum development and delivery for RIM Analysts, and assisting with onboarding, orientation and training for attorneys and staff on research resources.
• Utilizing GenAI tools and emerging technologies to enhance research quality, streamlining workflows and delivering analytical results.
• Conducting client development research support, including background checks and competitive intelligence on current or potential clients and markets.
• Leading evaluation of new resources, including conducting resource trials, assessments and making recommendations to RIM leadership.
• Remaining current on research techniques and available resources relevant to providing high quality research and information services.
• Participating in rotating weekend coverage.

Qualifications:

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion on research matters of significance, applying advanced and specialized knowledge with minimal supervision.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Service-oriented team player with the ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organization and provide platinum client service.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple projects and initiatives simultaneously while meeting deadlines and business objectives.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid team environment.
• Ability to solve problems and work well under pressure despite strict deadlines.

Experience:

• Master’s in Library Science (MLS) or equivalent, or JD preferred.
• A minimum of six to eight years of related experience providing research services in a law firm or professional services organization.
• Thorough knowledge of professional library science and research techniques using various resources required.
• Experience supporting corporate practice groups such as M&A, capital markets, PE or securities preferred.
• Experience utilizing Quest as a centralized ticketing system for incoming research requests a plus.
• Proficient in the use of various legal research databases such as Lexis+, Westlaw Precision, CoCounsel, Bloomberg Law, Lex Machina, Deal Point Data, Newsdesk, and other related resources.

Gibson Dunn will consider for employment qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of local law.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Annual compensation range for this position is $125,000 - $145,000. The salary offered within this range will depend upon qualifications and other operational considerations.
• Health care
• Retirement benefits
• Paid days off, including sick time, and vacation time
• Parental leave
• Basic life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• as well as discretionary, performance-based bonuses.

Gibson Dunn is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities. We strive to ensure an inclusive and accessible hiring experience. The Firm will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable participation in the application and recruitment process, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, participate in an interview, or otherwise take part in the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail].

For technical difficulties with our online application, please contact us at [e-mail]. Our recruiting support team will respond as soon as possible.