Research Specialist, Manatt, Phelps, & Phillips, LLP, (Boston, MA and others)

Posted September 23, 2025

Description

Manatt, Phelps & Phillips LLP (www.manatt.com) is a multidisciplinary, integrated national professional services firm known for quality and an extraordinary commitment to clients. The Firm’s groundbreaking hybrid approach brings together under one roof legal services, advocacy and business strategy. Our multidisciplinary teams collaborate across market-leading practices in health care, financial services, entertainment, digital & technology, and energy, environmental and real estate, tackling complex business challenges with a unique blend of policy insight, legal excellence, and commercial acumen. The firm has eleven offices across the United States, including over 500 attorneys and consulting professionals more than 350 business and administrative professionals.

The Research Specialist reports to the Director of Research Services and is responsible for supporting and providing legal and business research services to the firm’s attorneys, consultants, business development and other business groups. The level of research support includes primary and secondary legal and business research primarily using electronic resources. The Research Specialist will play a key role in the department’s current awareness initiatives, helping to develop and deliver curated news and alerts. Associated work includes assisting with training and evaluating new and existing licenses and subscriptions as well as staying abreast of trends and new technology to support the firm’s AI initiatives. This role can be based in our Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, Tampa or Washington D.C. offices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth research across all practice groups and business units.
• Proactively respond to incoming research assignments and ensure strong communication, timeliness, thoroughness and accuracy.
• Collaborate effectively with peers to manage research requests received from attorneys and firm staff.
• Create and disseminate curated news briefings and alerts.
• Train and support attorneys and business professionals on the efficient and effective use of firm resources.
• Assist with other research tasks and projects as required.
• Proactively stays abreast of new products and services, contribute to trials, resource evaluations, and make products recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in law, library science, information science, or a related field. MLIS preferred but will consider equivalent work experience.
• 4+ years’ of research experience, either within a law firm or a professional services organization.
• Demonstrated proficiency in legal research databases, such as Westlaw, Lexis, Bloomberg Law and a variety of other resources
• Strong knowledge of library systems and workflows.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software applications
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a hybrid (remote + office) team.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment and meet strict deadlines.

Compensation

The base annual pay range for this role is between $78,000-$90,000. The base pay to be offered will vary and depend on skills and qualifications, experience, location and will also take into account internal equity. A full range of medical, financial and/or other benefits dependent on the position will also be offered.

How to Apply

Visit https://www.manatt.com/careers/current-opportunities/research-specialist to see full listing and to apply.