Research Services Assistant - Los Angeles, United States - Morgan Lewis

Morgan Lewis

Verified Company

Los Angeles, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, one of the world's leading global law firms with offices in strategic hubs of commerce, law, and government across North America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, is seeking to hire a Research Services Assistant to provide ready reference support to requestors nationwide and technical services support to their local office.

Reporting to and working closely with the Regional Director of Research Services, the Research Services Assistant will perform a range of duties in support of the department including but not limited to docket and document retrievals, limited material checkin, processing, and maintenance, and other duties as assigned.
Primary Responsibilities:

Research Monitor and respond to basic research requests Retrieve dockets, case filings (including complaints and other court documents), SEC filings, company background materials and related basic information, using appropriate research databases and/or external services Follow proper procedures and maintain accurate records in the Quest reference request database Library support and collection maintenance Open, sort, and checkin mail using Sierra, the integrated library system Process Research Services invoices and credit card statements (if applicable), including the confirmation of dates, GL coding, and other relevant information for processing of payment Review selected material (noncontract standing orders, local renewals, etc.) with the Regional Director of Research Services to determine if it will be kept or cancelled and processes accordingly Provide current and accurate data regarding the local office collections to the Research Resources team to ensure all systems are up to date Perform looseleaf filing including supplements, pocketparts, and replacement editions as needed Participate in the claims process for missing or lapsed materials in conjunction with central Research Resources team Maintain main and satellite libraries as assigned, reshelving all books, periodicals, and audio/visual items as needed Perform shelfreading and monitor spacerelated issues in print collections and performs collection shifts as necessary Experience/Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience

Minimum of one (1) year library experience preferred. Familiarity with legal materials desired Excellent oral and written communication skills with a strong critical thinking acumen, including analytical abilities Exceptional organizational abilities, including the ability to manage multiple, competing requests concurrently, balance changing workloads, and prioritize appropriately and selecting "Careers."
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#LI-DY Morgan Lewis is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For positions in Los Angeles, CA, the salary range for this job posting is

$48, $77,875.50.

The base salary or hourly wage range for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs, and market factors.

The final salary or hourly wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances.

Additionally, salary or hourly wages may be only part of the total compensation package.

The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered.

Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, the employee will be in an "atwill position" and the firm reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, firm or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP is also an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.