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Role: Legal Researcher
Location: Remote
Employment Type: Full-time
Compensation: Competitive salary commensurate with experience, qualifications, and location. Indicative range: $60,000 – $95,000 (USD equivalent), plus benefits.
Role Overview
We are hiring a Legal Researcher to support attorneys with deep legal research and analysis. The role combines strong research craft with clear writing — turning case law, statutes, and regulations into actionable summaries.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct legal research across case law, statutes, regulations, and secondary sources
- Prepare research memos and summaries for attorneys
- Maintain knowledge of legal developments in assigned practice areas
- Support contract review with relevant legal precedent and risk assessment
- Cite-check briefs, memos, and legal documents
- Build internal knowledge resources and research playbooks
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Required Skills and Qualifications
- JD, LLM, or equivalent legal training
- 2+ years in legal research roles (firm, in-house, or research provider)
- Strong proficiency with Westlaw, LexisNexis, Bloomberg Law, or equivalent
- Excellent legal writing and analysis skills
- Familiarity with citation standards (Bluebook, ALWD)
- Discretion when handling privileged or confidential material
What You'll Bring
- Sharp analytical thinking and meticulous attention to detail
- Clear written communication, including ability to translate legal complexity
- Strong judgment on ambiguous matters and willingness to flag risk
- Comfort working asynchronously across time zones
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What We Offer
- Fully remote, flexible work hours
- Performance-based bonus structure
- Annual learning & development stipend
- Health and wellness benefits (varies by location)
- Opportunity to work on high-scale, real-world impact projects
Equal Opportunity Statement
This is an equal opportunity role. Applications are welcomed from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, skills, and demonstrated ability.
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