About Us
Blank Rome is an Am Law 100 firm with 16 offices and nearly 750 attorneys who provide comprehensive legal and advocacy services to clients operating in the United States and around the world. Our professionals have built a reputation for their leading knowledge and experience across a spectrum of industries and are recognized for their commitment to pro bono work in their communities. Since our inception in 1946, Blank Rome’s culture has been dedicated to providing top-level service to all of our clients and has been rooted in the strength of our diversity and inclusion initiatives. Our commitment to our core values and dedication to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment, allows the firm to attract and retain the brightest in the industry.
Job Overview
The Research Analyst provides extensive legal and non-legal research and reference services to attorneys, paralegals, and all levels of staff through use of the firm’s various information resources.
The Research Analyst position is a demanding role in a fast-paced environment and requires excellent written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, creative problem solving, and the ability to prioritize tasks and meet tight deadlines. The Research Analyst demonstrates initiative, eagerness to learn, strong intellectual curiosity and willingness to take ownership of key projects.
This role has a remote working arrangement. Potential candidates must reside within one of the 10 states in which we have a physical office. In this role, you will report to the Competitive Intelligence Manager.
Essential Functions
- Conduct high-level legal and business research for attorneys and staff using print and online resources.
- Use judgment to identify issues, research strategy, and best resources to provide accurate, cost effective, and timely research.
- Conduct due diligence on plaintiffs, experts, defendants, and corporate entities.
- Develop expertise in multiple practice areas and jurisdictions.
- Provide current awareness services including litigation, case, legislative, and news to support attorney client matters.
- Evaluate business and legal publications or products.
- Assist with research orientations, training, outreach and marketing of services with a focus on relationship-building and service excellence.
- Responsible for balancing workload by monitoring incoming requests, assessing time constraints, and estimating research time needed.
- Collaborate with researchers or other departments on complex assignments.
- Perform other responsibilities as assigned.
The above essential functions represent the general nature and level of responsibilities for this position and is not intended to be an all-inclusive list. The firm may modify and amend any job description at any time in its sole discretion.
Skills/Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience with research services/systems in a Library setting in the legal industry.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; MSLIS or other relevant advanced degree preferred.
- Advanced knowledge of legal and business databases, including Lexis, Westlaw, ALM, Bloomberg Law, CCH, CNS CasePortal, D&B Hoovers, Hein Online, Intelligize, Lex Machina, MergerMarket, NewsDesk, Pitchbook, S&P Capital IQ, ServiceNow, TLOxp, and Worldcheck.
- Experience with print and online research using industry specific tools.
- Understanding of copyright and information-gathering ethics.
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
- Experience with PowerBI a plus.
- Willing to learn and stay current on the most effective research methods and strategies.
- Proficient in web-based conference call/web-sharing applications.
- Active involvement in relevant professional organizations.
General Expectations
- Promote positive work habits, including effective and timely communication, teamwork, and demonstrating respect for colleagues.
- Contribute to providing the highest quality of service to internal and external clients.
- Take appropriate initiative and ownership of job responsibilities while ensuring the assignments/job duties are performed successfully and on time.
- Understand and abide by firm policies and embrace firm values.
- Ability to maintain regular attendance and work regularly scheduled hours.
- Ability to sit for long periods of time, type, and handle light lifting (files, copy paper, etc.) in a professional office environment.
- Comply with safe work practices including compliance with the firm’s COVID-19 policies and safety measures.
Compensation
The salary range for this role in California, Illinois, Minnesota, New York, and Washington, DC is $70,000 - $85,000. Positions outside of California, Illinois, Minnesota, New York, and Washington, DCwill be subject to salary ranges specific to the market for that particular geographic location. Actual salaries will vary depending upon various factors, including relevant experience and skillset. The salary range listed is just one component of Blank Rome’s total compensation package for employees. Other monetary rewards include annual discretionary bonuses based on performance and profit-sharing contributions based on eligibility and firm profitability.
In addition, Blank Rome provides a comprehensive suite of benefits to promote health and financial security, including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as life, accident, and disability insurance plans. The firm also provides the opportunity to participate in 401(k) retirement benefits, commuter benefits, and well-being programs.
EEO Statement
Blank Rome is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, marital or family status, or any other status protected by law.
Our core values of respect for the individual, the community, and the law are clearly demonstrated in our ability to recruit and develop a diverse group of exceptionally talented attorneys and professional staff who enable us to best serve our clients and our communities.