Harbor
Legal
IPResearchSpecialist
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“IP Research Specialist at Harbor. Skills: IP research, Legal research, Information retrieval. Conduct legal research. Conduct business research”
Industry & Context.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
MLS or equivalent experience, 5-7 years professional research experience, Working knowledge of legal and business information sources, Demonstrated experience using Lexis, Westlaw, Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Nice to Have
J.D. preferred, Knowledge of global IP filings, Familiarity with specialized IP tools, Knowledge of IP prosecution histories, Knowledge of IP litigation analytics
What You'll Do.
Conduct legal research
Conduct business research
Conduct other research
Perform reference interviews
Synthesize research findings
Evaluate information sources
Select appropriate tools
Maintain expertise in resources
Utilize request tracking software
Manage research tasks
Process research tasks
Document research tasks
Stay abreast of developments
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Service-oriented team environment
Communication Scope
Verbal communication; Written communication
Full Job Description
Harbor is seeking a Research Specialist to join its Library and Research Department. This is a full-time, fully remote position open to candidates based anywhere in the United States. The Research Specialist will be responsible for delivering high-quality legal research and retrieval services in support of Harbor’s law firm clients. This role requires strong proficiency in electronic research platforms and internal tools to ensure accurate and timely results. This position has a particular emphasis on intellectual property (IP) research, supporting attorneys and legal teams on matters involving patents, trademarks, copyrights, and related areas. The ideal candidate will bring demonstrated experience in IP research and familiarity with a range of specialized tools, including Darts-IP, LexisNexis TotalPatent One, Derwent Innovation, USPTO databases, Saegis, and other IP resources. Knowledge of global IP filings, prosecution histories, and litigation analytics is highly desirable. Key Responsibilities: Conduct in-depth legal, business, and other research and reference work, utilizing both legal and non-legal information resources. Perform effective reference interviews and synthesize findings into clear, concise, and actionable reports. Evaluate diverse information sources for currency, reliability, relevance, and cost-effectiveness; select the most appropriate tools and databases to meet research needs. Maintain expertise across a broad range of legal, business, legislative, analytics, and docket resources, including but not limited to: Lexis, Westlaw, Bloomberg Law, PACER, WK VitalLaw, and Lex Machina. Utilize request tracking software to manage, process, and document research tasks efficiently and accurately. Stay abreast of developments in the legal research field through continued professional development, including active participation in library associations and related activities. Qualifications: MLS (Master of Library Science) or equivalent experience in legal
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