Halborn

Legal Research Librarians (Contract)

United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Legal ServicesIndustries

Position Overview

  • Location Type: Remote/Virtual
  • Employment Type: Contract (1099)
  • Salary: Not specified

Harbor is seeking Legal Research Librarians (Contract) to join our specialist teams. These contract positions work with our Research & Information Services team and provide high quality research services and work products for our clients. This is a fully remote/virtual opportunity available on a contractual (1099) basis, nationwide. This role will support specific client engagements on a project-by-project basis. Depending on the project and client, the number of hours and type of work may slightly differ.

Responsibilities

  • Perform high quality in-depth legal, corporate and other research to support the client’s librarians, attorneys, paralegals and staff using a variety of resources.
  • Monitor and respond to research requests and coordinate this effort with research team members across all locations.
  • Prioritize and respond to requests, analyze and synthesize results, compile answers and communicate research findings in a clear and concise manner.
  • Learn and adopt the specific policies and procedures of the client’s law library department.
  • Provide excellent customer service.

Requirements

  • Experience: 5 years+ experience in a law firm library in a reference/research position and expertise in legal and corporate research.
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree is required. Master’s degree in Librarianship or Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution or JD from an ABA-accredited institution is preferred.
  • Knowledge:
    • Knowledge of standard research resources including, but not limited to, Westlaw, LexisNexis, Bloomberg Law, etc.
    • Knowledge of a wide variety of general electronic research databases, both fee-based and free, subject-specific databases, and legal analytics tools.
  • Skills:
    • Excellent communication skills, to effectively deliver and explain research findings to attorneys both verbally and through written summaries and analysis.
    • Self-motivated with the ability to work well independently and to collaborate with client’s team and other contract researchers to effectively prioritize and execute tasks.
  • Technical: Reliable internet connection for virtual working.

Company Information

Harbor is the preeminent provider of expert services across strategy, legal technology, operations, and intelligence. Our globally integrated team of 800+ strategists, technologists, and specialists navigate alongside our clients – leading law firms, corporations, and their law departments – to provide essential resources and invaluable insights. Anchored in a rich heritage of deep knowledge, steadfast relationships, and mutual respect, our unwavering dedication lies in shaping the future of the legal industry and fostering enduring partnerships within our community and ecosystem.

Harbor is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status.

Skills

Legal research
Corporate research
Westlaw
LexisNexis
Bloomberg Law
Electronic research databases
Legal analytics tools
Research synthesis
Customer service
Communication

Halborn

Cybersecurity for blockchain and digital assets

About Halborn

Halborn specializes in cybersecurity focused on blockchain technology and digital assets. The firm provides security audits, penetration testing, and consulting services to clients in the digital finance sector, including cryptocurrency exchanges and Decentralized Finance (DeFi) companies. Their services help ensure the security of digital assets and financial infrastructure by addressing the specific security threats associated with blockchain technology. Halborn stands out from competitors due to its deep understanding of both blockchain and traditional financial security, which allows them to offer tailored solutions. The company's goal is to protect businesses from security threats, ensuring the safe operation of digital exchanges and the integrity of smart contract infrastructure.

Miami, FloridaHeadquarters
2019Year Founded
$87.5MTotal Funding
SERIES_ACompany Stage
Cybersecurity, Financial ServicesIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Company Equity

Risks

Increased targeting of Bitcoin hot wallets poses risks to Halborn's clients.
AI-powered social media bot farms could introduce new cyber threats.
Ongoing vulnerabilities in smart contracts remain a challenge for Halborn's services.

Differentiation

Halborn specializes in blockchain and digital asset cybersecurity, setting it apart.
The company offers high-level security audits and penetration testing for DeFi clients.
Halborn's expertise in both blockchain and traditional finance security is unique.

Upsides

Growing demand for blockchain security boosts Halborn's market potential.
Partnerships with Tholos and Orion Protocol enhance Halborn's Web3 security reputation.
Tokenized real-world assets present new opportunities for Halborn's security solutions.

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