Research Services Assistant

Morgan Lewis•Los Angeles, CA

1d•$55,000 - $88,800•Hybrid

About The Position

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 check-in, processing, and maintenance, and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

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
Proficient computer skills with Windows applications and databases

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 check-in 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 (non-contract 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 loose-leaf filing including supplements, pocket-parts, 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 shelf-reading and monitor space-related issues in print collections and performs collection shifts as necessary