Legal Research Analyst

Soni is seeking a savvy and dynamic Research Analyst to join a highly collaborative Research & Knowledge Management team at a premier global law firm.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute by providing high-level research support to attorneys, legal assistants, and Business Development professionals across various practice groups. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in legal research tools, a proactive mindset, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-performance environment. The position is hybrid, requiring 3 days in-office attendance at the Firm's New York headquarters (Hudson Yards area).

Responsibilities:

• Deliver comprehensive legal research across diverse practice areas (Corporate, Tax and Litigation) using both conventional and emerging research platforms.
• Conduct case law, statutory, regulatory, and legislative history research under the direction of the Research Manager.
• Support attorneys with cost-effective research strategies and provide targeted training sessions on legal research tools and databases.
• Lead onboarding and research orientation sessions for new associates and summer program participants.
• Distill complex research findings into actionable insights that directly support legal strategy and client needs.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of legal research experience in an AmLaw 50 firm or equivalent legal environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in corporate, tax, litigation, business, and factual research methodologies.
• Proficiency with research databases and tools such as Lexis+, Westlaw, Bloomberg Law, Practical Law, Vital Law, PACER, Wolters Kluwer tax resources, and Quest.
• Strong attention to detail, intellectual curiosity, and a collaborative, client-service-oriented approach.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing to a team-oriented culture.

Preferred Skills:
Master's degree in Library & Information Science (M.L.S./M.L.I.S.) from an ALA-accredited institution and/or Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.

Compensation: $115,000 - $130,000
Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications.