Attorney, Editor

Thomson Reuters

. Provide legal interpretation through research, analysis, and writing .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeEagan • Minnesota • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $58,100 - $107,900 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong legal research and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret and communicate complex legal material effectively. Proficient in editorial processes and maintaining accuracy in legal publications while utilizing Westlaw and other online research tools.

Highest-signal resume keywords

J.D. DegreeLegal Research SkillsEditorial JudgmentWestlaw NavigationAnalytical Skills

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Hard Skills

Legal InterpretationStatutory Text AnalysisContent ReviewLegal WritingHeadnote Classification

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailEffective CommunicationTeam CollaborationTask Prioritization

Tools & Technologies

WestlawOnline Research ToolsWord Processing Applications

Industry Keywords

Editorial StandardsLegal TrendsThomson Reuters PublicationsLegislation Integration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide legal interpretation through research, analysis, and writing
Create editorial enhancements to help customers understand the context and developments of the law
Classify legal information using headnotes and other text
Maintain accurate, up-to-date statutory text by analyzing and integrating enacted legislation
Review print and electronic product content for completeness and accuracy
Meet editorial publishing schedules and quality standards
Follow departmental and jurisdictional editorial styles and standards
Verify own and others’ work for accuracy, completeness, presentation, and organization
Develop legal knowledge and skills training to stay current on legal trends and developments
Attend and participate in team meetings
Prioritize own work and the work of others
Participate in employee evaluation processes, including feedback and self-evaluation
Develop knowledge of Thomson Reuters Legal publications, products, and competitors
Demonstrate competence in company-specific systems, Westlaw navigation, and online research tools

Requirements

What you’ll need

J.D. degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school
Strong legal research and analytical skills
Exceptional editorial judgment and attention to detail
Ability to interpret, analyze, organize, and communicate complex legal material
Understanding of editorial production process and requirements
Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with all contacts, both in and outside Thomson Reuters
Skilled in the use of personal computers and familiarity with word processing and online applications (preferred)
Ability to prioritize tasks/projects (preferred)
Ability to work successfully in a collaborative or team environment (preferred)
Competence in company-specific systems, Westlaw navigation, and online research tools

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible hybrid working environment
Work from anywhere for up to 8 weeks per year
Flexible vacation
Two company-wide Mental Health Days off
Headspace app access
Retirement savings
401k plan with company match
Tuition reimbursement
Employee incentive programs
Mental, physical, and financial wellbeing resources
Two paid volunteer days off annually
Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
Competitive vacation, sick and safe paid time off
Paid holidays, including two company mental health days off
Parental leave
Sabbatical leave
Optional hospital, accident and sickness insurance
Optional life and AD&D insurance
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Fitness reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Group Legal Identity Theft Protection benefit
529 Plan access
Commuter benefits
Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Pro-bono consulting and ESG initiative opportunities
Career development, continuous learning, and skills development programs