Position Summary

The Research Services team seeks an experienced Research & Knowledge Analyst to join the firm’s Knowledge & Innovation department. The Research & Knowledge Analyst will perform legal and business research to support firm needs. The position reports to the Research Manager within the Research Services group and may be remote, however, the successful candidate must reside in a state where the firm has a physical office.

 

We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in the manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. 

Qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for the position in accordance with the Fair Chance Ordinance.

Essential Functions

• Conduct legal and business research for attorneys and staff across multiple offices using a centralized ticketing system, analyzing findings and delivering clear summaries for both quick-reference questions and complex research projects
• Advise attorneys and staff in the selection and navigation of resources
• Accurately record billable research in firm’s time entry system in accordance with firm policy
• Participate in the evaluation of new-to-market and updated versions of resources to determine potential value to firm
• Participate in collaborative Research Services and Research Team meetings (video conference)
• Conduct onboarding training for new and lateral attorneys and staff
• Conduct highly specialized research trainings for practice groups, offices, and other attorney groups upon request
• Participate in strategic projects to support Knowledge & Innovation and Research Services goals
• Stay engaged with new legal research technologies, tracking emerging AI tools, platform updates, and evolving methods to maintain strong research skills
• Participate in professional development through internal and external training and involvement in professional associations
• Maintain strict confidentiality of firm matters and exercise sound judgment in handling sensitive information
• Model qualities and performance desired in firm employees, including attendance, professionalism, and quality work product
• Use resources in compliance with firm’s policies and industry best practices

Requirements

Please note, we are not working with outside recruiters for this position.

Benefits

In accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the expected salary range for this Colorado position is between $71,040 and $106,560. In accordance with New York State’s Wage Transparency Law, the expected salary range for this New York State position is between $64,720 and $117,480. In accordance with California’s amended labor code as stated in Senate Bill 1162, the expected salary range for this California position is between $66,800 and $117,480. In accordance with the Washington Equal Pay and Opportunities act, the expected salary range for this Washington position is between $74,480 and $111,720. In accordance with the Wage Transparency Omnibus Amendment Act, the expected salary range for this DC position is between $74,480 and $111,720. In accordance with Maryland’s Equal Pay for Equal Work-Wage Range Transparency Law, the expected salary range for this Baltimore position is between $66,800 and $100,200.  In accordance with Illinois Equal Pay Act Transparency Notice, the expected salary range for this Illinois position is between $74,480 and $111,720. In accordance with Massachusetts Frances Perkins Workplace Equity Act, the expected salary range for this Massachusetts position is between $78,320 and $117,480. In accordance with Minnesota Pay Transparency Law, the expected salary range for this Minnesota position is between $66,800 and $100,200. In accordance with New Jersey Senate Bill 2310, the expected salary range for this New Jersey position is between $78,320 and $117,480. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, geographic location, and other job-related factors as permitted by law. This position qualifies for the benefits below. The application deadline for this position is December 31, 2026. 

 

 

Ogletree Deakins offers a robust suite of benefits for our Staff including: Paid Time Off, Paid Sick Leave, a 401(k) matching program, Profit Sharing, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, affordable Health and Life Insurance including Dental & Vision coverage, Health Savings Account /Flexible Spending Accounts to help offset the cost of dependent care and/or health care expenses, Tuition Reimbursement and an Employee Assistance Program.

Contact Information

If you have questions, please e-mail Libby Naikelis at libby.naikelis@ogletree.com with “Research & Knowledge Analyst" in the subject line. Please note, applications submitted via e-mail will not be considered.

Firm Overview

Ogletree Deakins is one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management in all types of employment-related legal matters. Best Law Firms® has named Ogletree Deakins a “Law Firm of the Year” for 14 consecutive years. In the 2025 edition, the publication named Ogletree Deakins its “Law Firm of the Year” in the Litigation – Labor and Employment category. Ogletree Deakins has more than 1,100 attorneys located in 60 offices across the United States and in Europe, Canada, and Mexico. The firm represents a diverse range of clients, including many of the Fortune 50 companies in the U.S.

We are fully committed to the importance of diversity within the legal profession, as well as all workplace environments.

Equal Opportunity Employer.