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1. [SLA LinkedIn] Research Specialist 2. [SLA LinkedIn] Conflicts Analyst 3. [SLA LinkedIn] Library Clerk (Temp) 1. [SLA LinkedIn] Research Specialist http://careers.lac-group.com/ts2__JobDetails?jobId=a0EA000000DOdSsMAL&tSource= *LAC Group* seeks a *Research Specialist* for a prestigious corporate client located in Boston, MA. Primarily using CourtLink and other online databases and information sources, this position will support the marketing team’s case and business development-related research requests. Typical assignments will include: fulfilling expert research requests, retrieving and summarizing information gathered on court cases for consultants’ leads, retrieving articles, and searching and preparing summaries of news on legal issues in support of consultant requests. This job is ideal for a candidate who has the intellectual curiosity to be creative; the tenacity to track down needed information; the capacity to filter large amounts of data; and the ability to problem-solve with a very high level of attention to detail and accuracy. Responsibilities: - Support the Business Development Manager and Senior Business Development Specialist in fulfilling research requests from consulting staff and the marketing team; - Work closely with all members of the marketing team to provide support on business development outreach and lead generation activities; - Provide high quality, thoughtful marketing-related research using internal and external research tools including CourtLink, Law360, Bloomberg Law, LexisNexis, and Factiva; - Assist the research team in lead tracking by updating case dockets, identifying case details (counsel involved, dockets, complaints, etc.), and both creating and updating leads in our CRM system (InterAction); - Research legal and practice-specific news; - Using our online databases and news sources, produce news summaries, company/individual dossiers, and industry/practice-specific profiles in support of business development initiatives; - Assist with various marketing-related efforts, as needed. Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree and one to two years of professional experience; Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) preferred; - Ideal candidate will have business research experience in the legal or professional services industry; - Proficient in searching online research databases; prior experience with LexisNexis, Westlaw, Bloomberg Law or other online legal databases preferred; - Interest in legal issues and on cases currently being litigated; - Must have solid research skills as well as good analytical and critical reasoning skills; - Must be able to organize, plan and work on multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize projects, meet deadlines, and be flexible in order to respond to shifting demands; - Accuracy, attention to detail, and problem solving ability are critical; - Must exhibit a desire to learn, participate and take ownership of workload. *LAC Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and values diversity in the workforce. ** * *LAC Group is a premier provider of recruiting and consultancy services for information professionals at U.S. and global organizations including Fortune 100 companies, law firms, pharmaceutical companies, large academic institutions and prominent government agencies.* *-----------------------------------------* 2. [SLA LinkedIn] Conflicts Analyst* * http://careers.lac-group.com/ts2__JobDetails?jobId=a0EA000000DOdRzMAL&tSource= *LAC Group* seeks a *Conflicts Analyst* for a prestigious corporate client located in Boston, MA. The Conflict Analyst is responsible for performing conflict checks, assisting in the resolution of actual or potential conflicts and coordinating the case intake process. Responsibilities also include assistance with various projects undertaken by the legal team, at the direction of in-house legal counsel the Conflict and Compliance Manager. Responsibilities: - Conflict Checks - Research requests for client conflict checks using Elite and other on-line resources, and assist in the identification of potential conflicts; - Together with the Conflict and Compliance Manager, assist in the resolution of conflicts which requires interaction with legal counsel, the conflict committee and managing principals and senior staff; - Create and maintain information screens between conflicting cases using IntApp and other resources, to ensure compliance with such information screens; - Prepare necessary reports to support the conflict, intake and case management function; - Work with the finance team in the management and operation of Elite to ensure case, client and related party information is comprehensive and accurate; - Research – Conduct database research for new case leads; - Contract Management - Work with others in the legal department to track and review case-related documents such as engagement letters and nondisclosure agreements to ensure compliance with restrictions or agreed-upon terms and provide other contract management functions as necessary. Qualifications: - Strong interpersonal skills; - Strong PC capability; Word, Excel, SharePoint experience; experience with billing/conflicts databases; - Equivalent work experience in a professional service firm; - Bachelor’s degree required; - Excellent written and oral communication skills; - Willingness to work a flexible schedule dictated by business needs; - Research skills. *LAC Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and values diversity in the workforce. ** * *LAC Group is a premier provider of recruiting and consultancy services for information professionals at U.S. and global organizations including Fortune 100 companies, law firms, pharmaceutical companies, large academic institutions and prominent government agencies.* *----------------------------------------* 3. [SLA LinkedIn] Library Clerk (Temp)* * http://careers.lac-group.com/ts2__JobDetails?jobId=a0EA000000EqVbZMAV&tSource= *LAC Group* seeks a *Temporary **Library Clerk *for an on-going project in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Clerk will assist with locating, shelving and tagging library materials including applying barcodes and updating online records as needed. Other duties may be required. Qualifications: - High school diploma or GED - Previous experience working in a library technical services environment - Previous experience in data entry - Excellent typing skills – 50 WPM - Excellent organizational skills - Detail oriented - Ability to work independently and as part of a team - Ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities - Position entails regular lifting of library materials up to 40lbs on an on-going basis - Experience with an integrated library system, preferably Endeavor Voyager, preferred *LAC Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer who values diversity in the workplace. **LAC Group is a premier provider of recruiting and consultancy services for information professionals at U.S. and global organizations including Fortune 100 companies, law firms, pharmaceutical companies, large academic institutions and prominent government agencies.*