DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let's see what we can achieve. Together.Summary The primary task of Business & Legal Research Analysts is to provide expert research support to DLA Piper attorneys and staff. The Analyst will manage their own workflow by claiming and completing research requests in Quest, our Research Management system, in a timely and efficient manner. All analysts are research generalists and handle requests along a wide spectrum of topics, including but not limited to legal, business/corporate, IP, public records, and legislative history. Analysts also regularly review and evaluate new and existing electronic resources to improve service and research efficiency. They are expected to participate in continuing education by attending workshops and webinars for professional development and regularly reviewing professional literature. All analysts are aligned with specific practice groups to support their resource needs. Location This position can sit in any of our U.S. offices and offers a hybrid work schedule. Responsibilities * Conduct research and/or fact-checking in a wide range of topical areas, including, but not limited to, legal, business/corporate, IP, public records, legislative history, and many others. * Showcase strong research skills, including an ability to think critically about research tools, conduct cost-effective and efficient research, compile research results, summarize data, and communicate methodology and results clearly. * Regularly use and learn multiple research platforms, including, but not limited to, Lexis+, Westlaw Protege, Bloomberg Law, VitalLaw, Capital IQ, FactSet, Pitchbook, Docket Navigator, PatBase, and many others. * Regularly use and learn tools, including but not limited to Lexis+AI, Westlaw Precision AI, Intelligize+AI, Harvey and many others. * Knowledge of tools and techniques for setting up current awareness and litigation alerts. * Assist with the training of attorneys and staff on the effective use of legal and business research resources. * Participate in the regular review and evaluation of new and existing electronic resources with an eye toward improved service and research efficiencies. * Demonstrate a commitment to continuing education by attending workshops and webinars for professional development and regular review of professional literature. * Align with specific practice groups to support their resource needs. * Other duties as assigned.Desired Skills Knowledge of legal, business, scientific, and general research resources and methodologies. Knowledge of Westlaw, Lexis, Bloomberg Law, and VitalLaw product suites. Knowledge or ability to learn multiple research platforms, including, but not limited to, Capital IQ, FactSet, Pitchbook, Docket Navigator, PatBase, and many others. Ability and willingness to learn and use new GenAI tools, as DLA Piper is an early adopter of GenAI technology. Knowledge of tools and techniques for setting up current awareness and litigation alerts. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Strong research skills including an ability to think critically about research tools, conduct cost-effective and efficient research, compile research results, summarize data, and communicate methodology and results clearly. Experience with reviewing and evaluating new and existing electronic resources with an eye toward improved service and research efficiencies. A demonstrated commitment to continuing education through conference and webinar attendance and participation in local and national associations. Willingness to work outside of normal business hours and on weekends as needed. We have a rotating weekend on-call schedule (approximately once a quarter). Experience with Quest request management system. Experience with current awareness alerting, especially Vable and/or Lexis Newsdesk. Minimum Education * Bachelor's Degree in Library Science or related field.Preferred Education * Master's Degree MLIS or JD.Minimum Years of Experience * 2 years of conducting research in a legal setting, preferably in a law firm environment. Experience performing extensive research using tools such as Westlaw, Lexis, Bloomberg Law and others is required.Essential Job ExpectationsWhile the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to: * EffectiveTo view the full job description, click hereApply here: https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjg0MjI4LjEwNDEyQHVzZGxhcGlwZXJjb21wLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ