Law Librarian – An Essential and Evolving Role
The vast number of records, publications and files needed to practice law can quickly overwhelm a firm without a trained and highly organized individual or team to manage knowledge resources, including print and digital media. Smaller firms may have just one designated employee handling the librarian and records management and records maintenance tasks. In contrast, large law firms and corporations will have entire departments devoted to each specialized role.
Facilitating cost-effective research is another benefit of utilizing the skills of a law librarian. These information resource experts can direct attorneys, law students and other staff members to current research and sources of accurate information, saving time and money. Legal records personnel keep your office running smoothly and can increase efficiency.
Marc Z Legal Staffing understands this specialized role and its many requirements. We will find the right fit in terms of experience and environment both for firms looking to fill this role and candidates looking for a new position.
Legal Records Management
Data governance, including records archive, retrieval and destruction requires research skills and the ability to manage company data. Framework policies and processes, storage vendor management, and collaborative skills are essential to assisting legal teams and peers. In addition to having robust organizational and problem-solving skills, this position must be able to meet strict deadlines, often under time pressure. Adherence to confidentiality rules may also require more extensive background checks for candidates. The Z Legal Staffing placement team recruits and screens candidates, ensuring requirements are matched, and suitable candidates are moved forward. Whether you are looking for an entry level legal file clerk or a department manager, our team is ready to recruit and screen applicants for you.
Law File Clerk Jobs
The backbone of every law firm, legal file clerks perform daily clerical and administrative duties. Sorting, organizing, and maintaining records for attorneys and administrators is their primary responsibility. This role is perfect for those who love order and organization, and is often an entry-level or part-time role for those looking to work in law firm administration jobs. In addition to maintaining records, legal file clerk jobs may also involve scanning, ordering, faxing, word processing, and project support for other employees.
Law Librarian Job Skills Overview
Most law firm librarians do not have law degrees, but many will have a master’s degree in library science or information science. Some will also have accreditation by the American Library Association (ALA). Working knowledge of legal reference resources, law publications and online legal research platforms is essential in this role. A service-oriented team player with excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills will be able to resolve complex research issues. A high degree of technical computer skills is also necessary for legal librarian jobs.
Law Firm Records Management: Environment and Skills
Legal records management requires close attention to detail, whether working for a mid-sized group or a large corporation. Firms may require several years of relevant experience from applicants (especially for a management role), but other firms may prefer to train entry-level candidates. Educational requirements for this role will vary, as well. Some candidates must have a degree in order to apply, and all will require working knowledge of some office productivity programs such as Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint and others. Since records are both digital and hard copy, most records management roles have a physical component. Candidates must be able to handle boxes of files and papers weighing as much as 50 pounds.
Marc Z Legal Staffing has been placing candidates in law librarian and legal records management roles for decades. We have the perspective to evaluate the candidate and the position to find and deliver the right fit. Talk to us and discover how efficient and successful our placement process can be.