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As a member of the Knowledge Management & Innovation Department, the KM Research Analyst conducts sophisticated legal and non-legal research to respond to firm-wide reference and research requests from attorneys, administration and staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Monitors workflow; responds and completes department requests.
- Provides comprehensive legal and business research using a variety of on-line and print resources, including proper use of AI tools.
- Conducts complex substantive legal research, precedent document searching, expert witness research, legislative history research, judicial research, docket, and analytics searching.
- Creates targeted, custom alerts to monitor developments in the law, docket tracks, and litigation searches.
- Precisely, intelligently, and promptly communicates the results of research requests to the requestors.
- Provides general support for KM research tools and resources (i.e. Westlaw Precision, Practical Law, and other related platforms).
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:
- Works on special projects (i.e., collection development) as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS (EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES):
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in related field required. Masters in Library & Information Science or Juris Doctor a plus.
Experience:
- Minimum of three years of legal and business research experience in a legal, corporate or professional services environment.
- Experience using AI tools a plus.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Thorough and advanced knowledge of legal research and general business research
- Knowledge of and ability to use on-line resources including AI functionality within tools. Resources include: Westlaw Precision/Practical Law with AI modules, Bloomberg Law, PACER, and other types of web-based services, including IP, corporate and securities research tools as well as the Microsoft suite of products.
- Ability to synthesize relevant information needed for high-level decision making.
- Excellent communication skills with particular emphasis on written communication
- Ability to multitask, manage time, establish priorities, respond to emergencies and deal with individuals with patience and diplomacy.
- Ability to maintain a service-oriented attitude, remaining poised under pressure.
- Self-motivated, detail oriented and organized with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
This job operates in a clerical, office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Sedentary work: Exertion of physical strength to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects up to 10 pounds. Work involves sitting most of the time. Walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
The salary ranges for this position apply to the respective listed locations. The salary range reflects a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for a position. Reasonable estimates of the current ranges for this position are:
- Las Vegas: $43.30 - $48.01/hr.
- Los Angeles and Seattle: $45.19 - $50.50/hr.
For information on Fox Rothschild's compensation and benefits visit: Compensation & Benefits (foxrothschild.com) (https://www.foxrothschild.com/careers-for-staff/compensation-benefits)
DISCLAIMER
Fox Rothschild LLP is under no obligation to provide sponsorship for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis now and in the future.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not a contract or employment agreement and is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all functions, responsibilities, or requirements the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional duties. Additionally, management reserves the right to review and revise the job description at any time. Employment with the firm is at-will. Employees must be able to satisfactorily perform all the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. If an accommodation request would cause an undue hardship or a safety concern, the individual may not be eligible for the position.
Fox Rothschild LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, breastfeeding, lactation, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local jurisdictions. Applicants who need any assistance applying for a position are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department, hr@foxrothschild.com (mailto:hr@foxrothschild.com).
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
As a member of the Knowledge Management & Innovation Department, the KM Research Analyst conducts sophisticated legal and non-legal research to respond to firm-wide reference and research requests from attorneys, administration and staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Monitors workflow; responds and completes department requests.
- Provides comprehensive legal and business research using a variety of on-line and print resources, including proper use of AI tools.
- Conducts complex substantive legal research, precedent document searching, expert witness research, legislative history research, judicial research, docket, and analytics searching.
- Creates targeted, custom alerts to monitor developments in the law, docket tracks, and litigation searches.
- Precisely, intelligently, and promptly communicates the results of research requests to the requestors.
- Provides general support for KM research tools and resources (i.e. Westlaw Precision, Practical Law, and other related platforms).
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:
- Works on special projects (i.e., collection development) as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS (EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES):
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in related field required. Masters in Library & Information Science or Juris Doctor a plus.
Experience:
- Minimum of three years of legal and business research experience in a legal, corporate or professional services environment.
- Experience using AI tools a plus.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Thorough and advanced knowledge of legal research and general business research
- Knowledge of and ability to use on-line resources including AI functionality within tools. Resources include: Westlaw Precision/Practical Law with AI modules, Bloomberg Law, PACER, and other types of web-based services, including IP, corporate and securities research tools as well as the Microsoft suite of products.
- Ability to synthesize relevant information needed for high-level decision making.
- Excellent communication skills with particular emphasis on written communication
- Ability to multitask, manage time, establish priorities, respond to emergencies and deal with individuals with patience and diplomacy.
- Ability to maintain a service-oriented attitude, remaining poised under pressure.
- Self-motivated, detail oriented and organized with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
This job operates in a clerical, office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Sedentary work: Exertion of physical strength to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects up to 10 pounds. Work involves sitting most of the time. Walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
The salary ranges for this position apply to the respective listed locations. The salary range reflects a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for a position. Reasonable estimates of the current ranges for this position are:
- Las Vegas: $43.30 - $48.01/hr.
- Los Angeles and Seattle: $45.19 - $50.50/hr.
For information on Fox Rothschild's compensation and benefits visit: Compensation & Benefits (foxrothschild.com) (https://www.foxrothschild.com/careers-for-staff/compensation-benefits)
DISCLAIMER
Fox Rothschild LLP is under no obligation to provide sponsorship for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis now and in the future.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not a contract or employment agreement and is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all functions, responsibilities, or requirements the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional duties. Additionally, management reserves the right to review and revise the job description at any time. Employment with the firm is at-will. Employees must be able to satisfactorily perform all the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. If an accommodation request would cause an undue hardship or a safety concern, the individual may not be eligible for the position.
Fox Rothschild LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, breastfeeding, lactation, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local jurisdictions. Applicants who need any assistance applying for a position are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department, hr@foxrothschild.com (mailto:hr@foxrothschild.com).
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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Who's Hiring
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in legal researcher jobs.
- Proficiency with Westlaw and LexisNexis legal research platforms
- Bachelor's degree in legal studies, political science, or a related field
- Experience drafting research memoranda and case law summaries
- Familiarity with Bluebook citation format and legal writing standards
- Ability to analyze statutes, regulations, and secondary legal sources
- Experience supporting litigation, compliance, or regulatory analysis projects
Tips for Your Legal Researcher Job Search
Tailor your resume to research outputs
Legal researcher roles care more about deliverables than duties. List specific research products you have produced, such as case law summaries, legislative histories, or regulatory memoranda, and name the databases and citation tools you used to produce them.
Highlight your database fluency upfront
Employers filter fast for Westlaw, LexisNexis, and Bloomberg Law proficiency. Put those tools in your skills section and again in the work bullets where you used them. Vague claims like 'legal research experience' get skipped.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists legal researcher openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by practice area, not just title
A litigation research role and a regulatory research role demand very different writing samples and credentials. Filter openings by practice area or industry vertical so your application materials stay precisely targeted instead of generic.
Prepare a writing sample under 10 pages
Most legal researcher interviews ask for a research memo or case brief. Have one polished, redacted sample ready before you apply. Sending it proactively with your cover letter often moves your application forward before the interview stage.
Ask about research autonomy in your interview
Some legal researcher roles require close attorney supervision on every project, while others expect independent analysis. Ask directly how research assignments are assigned and reviewed so you can gauge whether the role matches your experience level and working style.
Legal Researcher Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most legal researchers?
Harbor, AccuFile, and Fox Rothschild LLP are hiring the most legal researchers right now, with openings concentrated in Virginia, Washington, and District of Columbia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Law firms, corporate legal departments, and government agencies consistently account for the largest share of open roles.
How many legal researcher jobs are remote?
About 85% of legal researcher openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting broader flexibility in desk-based legal work. Roles focused on statutory research, document review, and regulatory analysis tend to be the most remote-friendly, while positions embedded in litigation teams or government offices more often require on-site presence.
How do you become a legal researcher?
Start with a bachelor's degree in a field that builds analytical and writing skills, such as legal studies, political science, or history. Gain hands-on experience with Westlaw or LexisNexis through a law school library, internship, or paralegal role. Build a portfolio of research memos or legislative summaries that demonstrate your ability to synthesize legal sources into clear, usable analysis.
How do you get hired as a legal researcher with little experience?
Focus on roles labeled research assistant or junior research analyst, which are designed for candidates still building their credentials. Courts, public interest organizations, and government agencies often hire entry-level researchers and provide structured training. A strong writing sample, demonstrated database skills from coursework or volunteer work, and familiarity with citation standards can substitute for years of paid experience at the entry level.
What does the legal researcher interview process look like?
Most employers start with a phone or video screen to confirm your research background and database proficiency. A take-home research exercise or writing sample review typically follows, where you are asked to draft a memo or summarize a legal issue on a short deadline. Final rounds usually involve a panel interview with attorneys or senior researchers who probe your analytical reasoning and how you handle ambiguous or conflicting legal authority.
Where can I find and apply to legal researcher jobs?
You can find and apply to legal researcher jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your experience level and practice area focus, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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