Legal Research Librarians (Contract) Job at Harbor, Chicago, IL

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  • Harbor
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

Overview Harbor is seeking Legal Research Librarians (Contract) to join our specialist teams. These contract positions work with our Research & Information Services team and provide high quality research services and work products for our clients. This is a fully remote/virtual opportunity available on a contractual (1099) basis, nationwide. This role will support specific client engagements on a project-by-project basis. Depending on the project and client, the number of hours and type of work may slightly differ. Locations Location: Canada - Moncton, New Brunswick; USA - Chicago, Illinois; USA - New York City, NY; USA - Remote; USA - Washington, D.C. Areas of Expertise: Information Services Team, Research + Intelligence. Responsibilities Perform high quality in-depth legal, corporate and other research to support the client’s librarians, attorneys, paralegals and staff using a variety of resources Monitor and respond to research requests and coordinate this effort with research team members across all locations Prioritize and respond to requests, analyze and synthesize results, compile answers and communicate research findings in a clear and concise manner Learn and adopt the specific policies and procedures of the client’s law library department Provide excellent customer service Qualifications 5 years+ experience in a law firm library in a reference/research position and expertise in legal and corporate research, required Bachelor's degree is required. Master’s degree in Librarianship or Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution or JD from an ABA-accredited institution is preferred Knowledge of standard research resources including, but not limited to, Westlaw, LexisNexis, Bloomberg Law, etc. Knowledge of a wide variety of general electronic research databases, both fee-based and free, subject-specific databases, and legal analytics tools, required Excellent communication skills, to effectively deliver and explain research findings to attorneys both verbally and through written summaries and analysis Self-motivated with the ability to work well independently and to collaborate with client’s team and other contract researchers to effectively prioritize and execute tasks Reliable internet connection for virtual working About Us Harbor is the preeminent provider of expert services across strategy, legal technology, operations, and intelligence. Our globally integrated team of 800+ strategists, technologists, and specialists navigate alongside our clients – leading law firms, corporations, and their law departments – to provide essential resources and invaluable insights. Anchored in a rich heritage of deep knowledge, steadfast relationships, and mutual respect, our unwavering dedication lies in shaping the future of the legal industry and fostering enduring partnerships within our community and ecosystem. Harbor is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, national origin, ancestry, age, parental status, disabled status, veteran status, or any other legally protected classification, in accordance with applicable law. Apply Apply now #J-18808-Ljbffr

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