Research Specialist

King & Spalding

. Conduct legal, business, legislative, docket, public records, and general reference research using electronic and print resources .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $82,987 - $113,163 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in legal and business research methodologies, utilizing tools such as Westlaw and Lexis, while effectively communicating insights and training staff on best practices. Maintains a commitment to staying updated on industry trends and emerging technologies to enhance research strategies.

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Legal Research ProficiencyBusiness Intelligence AnalysisClient Service SkillsGenerative AI Tool ValidationMicrosoft Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Legal ResearchBusiness ResearchData AnalyticsDocket ResearchPublic Records ResearchFinancial ResearchWritingEditingCommunicationAttention to Detail

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsSound Professional JudgmentDiscretionAbility to Manage Competing DeadlinesCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

WestlawLexisBloomberg LawVitalLawPACERCourtLinkCapital IQFactSetIntelligizeCollaboration Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeLaw DegreeMaster of Library/Information Science

Industry Keywords

Legal Industry TrendsResearch Best PracticesInformation Resource DevelopmentsMarket ResearchCompetitive Intelligence

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct legal, business, legislative, docket, public records, and general reference research using electronic and print resources
Respond to routine and complex research requests from attorneys, paralegals, administrative staff, and firm leadership
Support business development and client-service initiatives with company profiles, market and industry research, litigation history, transaction research, and competitive intelligence reports
Create and maintain current awareness alerts and tracking services
Train attorneys and staff on research strategy, source selection, tool functionality, best practices, and emerging technologies
Assess legal research, business intelligence, data analytics, and generative AI tools and recommend workflow improvements
Track, document, and close research requests using request-management and timekeeping systems
Perform regular computer-based work using online research platforms and communicate by phone, email, and video
Serve on-call on a rotating basis after normal business hours and on weekends and holidays
Work occasional pre-approved overtime

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required; a combination of relevant education and professional experience may be considered
Law degree, Master of Library/Information Science degree, or equivalent advanced degree preferred
Minimum of two years of legal, business, corporate, academic, special library, or professional services research experience preferred; law firm experience strongly preferred
Demonstrated proficiency with major legal, business, news, docket, public records, and financial research resources, including Westlaw, Lexis, Bloomberg Law, VitalLaw, PACER, CourtLink, Capital IQ, FactSet, and Intelligize
Excellent analytical, writing, editing, communication, and client service skills
Ability to convert complex information into practical insights
Sound professional judgment, discretion, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing deadlines
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Technical proficiency with Microsoft Office, collaboration tools, workflow systems, and approved emerging technologies
Responsible use and validation of generative AI tools
Commitment to staying current with legal industry trends, research best practices, and information-resource developments

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonuses and merit-based raises
Health and wellness plan
Life and disability insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings account
401(k) plan
Profit sharing plan
Paid Time Off (PTO) program