Remote Legal Researcher — Global, Flexible Hours

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 248,000 - 441,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Flexible hours

Professional development

Long-term contract potential

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Legal Researcher to join a global team. The role focuses on delivering precise legal research, analysis, and summaries to support attorneys and clients. You will work remotely, leveraging online databases to gather and present complex information with clarity.

Ideal candidates have an LLB or equivalent, strong analytical skills, and experience with LexisNexis or Westlaw. Flexible hours and project-based work are offered within a fully remote setup.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent.
• Experience in legal research using LexisNexis or Westlaw.
• Excellent analytical and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setup.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth legal research on statutes, regulations, and case law using online databases.
• Analyze and synthesize complex legal information, identifying key arguments and precedents.
• Prepare clear research reports, memoranda, and summaries for attorneys.
• Provide research support for legal documents and client consultations.
• Stay updated on legal developments across practice areas.
• Verify accuracy and currency of legal information from various sources.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues in a remote setting and meet deadlines.
• Maintain organized research files for future reference.
• Contribute to development of research methodologies and best practices.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Time management

Independent work

Education

LLB or equivalent

Tools

LexisNexis

Westlaw

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Legal Researcher to join a global team. The role focuses on delivering precise legal research, analysis, and summaries to support attorneys and clients. You will work remotely, leveraging online databases to gather and present complex information with clarity.

Ideal candidates have an LLB or equivalent, strong analytical skills, and experience with LexisNexis or Westlaw. Flexible hours and project-based work are offered within a fully remote setup.