Law Librarian

Drummond Woodsum • Portland, ME

61d • $35 - $48 • Onsite

About The Position

Drummond Woodsum is seeking a Law Librarian to join our firm. This position is responsible for managing the firm’s legal research resources, maintaining library collections and subscriptions, providing research assistance, and supporting knowledge management initiatives that enhance the efficiency of our legal teams. The ideal candidate will possess strong legal research skills, excellent attention to detail, and a commitment to providing exceptional service in a fast-paced professional environment.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) from an accredited institution is required
• 3-4 years of experience in a law library environment; law firm experience preferred
• Strong legal research, analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast paced professional environment
• Ability to locate, evaluate, and deliver research with minimal supervision
• Proficiency with library management systems, cataloging standards, and legal research databases
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to produce accurate, high quality work and provide exceptional service to attorneys and staff

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal, business, legislative, regulatory, and factual research in support of attorneys
• Manage and maintain the firm’s print and electronic library resources
• Provide training and guidance to attorneys, paralegals, and staff on legal research techniques and available resources
• Respond promptly to research requests and ensure timely delivery of accurate information
• Monitor and support the firm’s Continuing Legal Education (CLE) program, including compliance tracking, program accreditation, event support, recordkeeping, and attorney reporting requirements
• Stay current on developments in legal research technology, artificial intelligence tools
• Coordinate with practice groups and firm leadership to evaluate resource needs, identify collection gaps, and support strategic knowledge management initiatives
• Coordinate library outreach initiatives and library committee activities across the firm

Benefits

• Insurance options, including domestic partner coverage, for health (either a co-pay-based plan or HSA with firm contributions), dental, and vision
• 401(k) plan with pre- or post-tax investment options and firm contributions
• Wellness support, including telehealth coverage, and on-site privacy rooms
• Life insurance coverage at 1.5x your annual salary, plus supplemental voluntary coverage available
• Leave plans, including paid parental leave, short- and long-term disability
• Monthly firm lunch meetings to hear about all areas of the firm
• Committee participation, such as our Community Service Committee which organizes a drive every December and our public outreach week in July
• Social gatherings – 2025 included a field day BBQ, a holiday get-together, and our annual Halloween party for our families

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level