Research Analyst, Mintz Levin, Los Angeles, CA
Posted April 23, 2018
Job Title: Research Analyst
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Law Firm: Mintz Levin
Please Apply Online: https://careers.mintz.com/
Job Description:
The Research Analyst will perform a variety of research functions to support our research services team, with most activity providing support to the business development efforts of our Los Angeles Office Litigation practice. Specific assignments including due diligence, news, business intelligence, case law and litigation docketing activities. This position will report to our Director of Research Services.
This position is a full time position.
Responsibilities:
- Collect and read docket reports, identify judge, party names, and company names.
- Perform research of biographical information on judges.
- Provide business intelligence on company revenue and company contacts including General Counsel.
- Utilizing multiple internet and database resources, locate biographical information on General Counsel including phone numbers and other relevant contact information.
- Navigate State court websites to obtain docket attachments even those that are not available electronically relevant to court cases and hearings.
- Maintain accurate records of materials.
- Under the direction of a more senior person, responds to questions or research issues accurately, and in a timely and cost-effective manner using a variety of resources.
- Participates in formal orientation and training sessions.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required. MLS degree preferred and/or currently working towards this degree.
- 1-year experience providing research and reference in a law firm or corporate environment. Law firm experience is strongly preferred.
- Familiarity with legal titles, legal research resources, library technologies, including software and products used for communication, research and knowledge sharing. Experience using Hoovers, Courthouse News, CourtLink, and Pacer services and ability to navigate State court websites.
- Ability to prepare reports, executive summaries, and other correspondence necessary to communicate research results.
- Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, including business-writing skills.
- Strong organizational and administrative skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to execute through to completion.
- Creative problem solving skills, reasoning ability and logical thought process.
- Ability to work under pressure, prioritize competing demands and meet various deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to professionally interact and collaborate with colleagues at all levels.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Outstanding sense of customer service.
- Enthusiastic, proactive and positive attitude.
- Ability to handle confidential matters with discretion.
- Must be self-motivated to produce quality work.
- High level of integrity and honesty.
- Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in using Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint. Ability to quickly get up to speed and master new applications and software is critical.
- Flexibility to work overtime when necessary.