About the role

  • Legal Research and Writing Specialist supporting a civil litigation law firm focused on insurance defense. Collaborating with multiple practice groups and managing research tasks in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

  • Review and analyze case documents, discovery, and records.
  • Conduct legal research utilizing LexisNexis.
  • Summarize findings in clear, organized legal research memoranda.
  • Draft legal documents including pleadings, motions, responses to motions, jury instructions, verdict forms, bench memoranda, and legal research memoranda.
  • Attend hearings and trial if needed.
  • Monitor legal developments and provide updates relevant to active cases.
  • Maintain organized research files and documentation.
  • Collaborate closely with attorneys and legal assistants to support case progress.
  • Manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Prior experience with civil litigation including the following areas is preferred: insurance defense, bad faith, premises liability, personal injury, property damage, workers’ compensation, appeals, and construction law.
  • Prior experience in legal research and writing at a law firm or as an appellate law clerk is preferred.
  • Strong proficiency with legal research platforms (LexisNexis and Protégé [AI]).
  • Excellent analytical, writing, and communication skills.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).
  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
  • Effective time management and prioritization skills.
  • Works well independently and in a team environment.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, and ancillary options) with firm-paid life insurance and long-term disability.
  • 401(k) with profit sharing.
  • PTO.
  • Parental Leave.
  • Regular firm-sponsored social events.

Job title

Legal Research and Writing Specialist

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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