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Research Librarian - LAC Group

Location: USA - DC - Washington DC

LAC Group is seeking a full-time Research Librarian to join a dynamic team. This role is eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence; however, you must work on-site in the office in either Washington, DC, New York, NY or Boston, MA. Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance

As a Research Librarian, you will be responsible for providing research services involving legal, business, and general information sources to attorneys, paralegals and staff using a variety of research tools. You will also be responsible for providing training and awareness of research resources.


Responsibilities:

  • Conducting domestic and international legal and non-legal research utilizing appropriate research tools and directs users to appropriate resources; analyzing results for relevancy and appropriateness to the specific research request.

  • Compiling and organizing information obtained in research projects into a coherent, focused collection of information, accompanied by explanatory notes or memoranda if relevant, so that the material is readily understandable to the user; working with end-users to organize information according to their preference.

  • Monitoring legal, business and news sources for current developments in practice areas for clients and industries.

  • Promoting awareness and conducting end-user about internal and external research resources. Working with Litigation Services, Knowledge Management and Strategic Research.

  • Assisting with library operational functions

Qualifications:

  • A Bachelor’s degree required

  • A Master’s in Information or Library Science, or other advanced degree is preferred

  • A minimum of two (2) years of research experience in a law firm or other professional service entity

  • Intellectually curious and have a passion for research and problem-solving

  • Proficient in litigation and transactional research

  • Collaborative and enjoy working as part of a team