Legal Research Assistant, Kansas City, MO

Littler, founded in 1942, is the world’s largest labor and employment law firm. With more than 1,000 attorneys and over 60 offices spanning the globe, Littler has litigated and mediated some of the most historical employment cases and labor contracts on record. 

Parker and Lynch is searching on a Research Assistant Job in Kansas City, MO.  This job is a part of the knowledge management department, responsible for answering basic reference questions and providing the firm with accurate information.Research Assistant Job Duties Include:

• Responsible and accountable for answering basic reference questions received from the KM Reference Service Desk providing the firm and the client with accurate information

• Requests could include: providing a copy of a survey, forwarding a copy of a presentation, locating a recent power point, etc.

• Responsible for conducting basic research requests in support of Research Librarians.

• Responsible for conducting triage on reference requests and projects to prioritize work and ensure all work is done in a timely manner.

• Responsible for asking appropriate questions, and to determine when independent judgment is required or where additional information is required from the attorney or manager to ensure that resources are used appropriately.

• Responsible for packaging information in a succinct manner, to avoid a data dump of materials and still provide a complete answer to the research question or project.

• Responsible for the smooth daily maintenance of the firm’s library.  Ensuring mail is opening timely, invoices are processed accurately and timely, and print and online materials are accessible by all appropriate firm users.

Research Assistant Job requirements include:

• Undergrad degree preferred
• Library or research experience
• Experience in a legal setting preferred, but not required
• Strong communication and professionalism

If you are qualified and interested in learning more about this opportunity and Littler Mendelson, please send your resume to [email protected] for immediate consideration. You can also view additional career openings at www.parkerlynch.com.