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Legal Researcher (Independent Contractor Opportunity)
Are you looking for a legal research opportunity with a small, collaborative, growing consulting firm? Are you looking for a flexible, remote opportunity?
Higher Education Licensure Pros is hiring a flexible, remote (from anywhere in the US) Legal Research Contractor to contract 40-60 hours per month.
What does this contract entail?
As the Legal Researcher, you will compile licensure and certification requirements for a variety of professions and occupations for all U.S. jurisdictions through research and review of statutes, administrative regulations, websites, and application materials. The Legal Research contractor will…
Locate applicable state and territory statutes, regulations, rules and policies
Analyze and interpret legal authority
Compare to information available on Board websites and reliable third-party sources
Thoroughly document findings, including citations
Create summary of key information, using provided Sheet template
Apply legal research best practices
Is this you? You are an independent contractor who…
Is looking for a flexible Legal Research independent contractor role with a collaborative, collegial team.
Is a paralegal, or a pre-law graduate or undergraduate, or related background
Has an inexplicable deep love and talent for legal research.
Has experience with a variety of professional licenses across multiple states.
Is proficient in using legal databases and search tools.
Who is Higher Education Licensure Pros, LLC?
Higher Education Licensure Pros LLC is a consulting firm that provides colleges and universities with research, analysis, strategic planning, and communication support to comply with professional licensure requirements and deliver outstanding student support. We unravel complex and dynamic professional licensure requirements so that students are prepared to apply in any state they plan to work after graduation. We work collaboratively with each other and with university compliance and program-specific teams to ensure program components and curricula address the requirements for licensure. We also help colleges and universities keep abreast of changes in federal and state requirements related to professional and occupational licensure. We value learning, cooperation, and meticulous attention to details.
Contractor Requirements
Experience finding and interpreting statutes and administrative regulations in a number of U.S. jurisdictions.
Strong familiarity with legal research, including understanding primary and secondary sources.
Google Workspace (including Docs, Sheets and Slides) and LexisNexis/StateNet proficiency.
Knack for details and above-average organizational skills.
Conscientiousness, self-discipline, and a sense of responsibility.
A professional, cooperative, positive, and flexible attitude.
Their own computer and high-speed internet connection.
Contract rate is $60 per hour for between 40 and 60 hours per month.
This is an independent contractor role and is not an employment relationship. As an Independent Contractor you will be responsible for determining the methods, means, and work schedule for completing projects.
Are you interested?
Email thebookmark@higheredlicensurepros.com with your proposal detailing your experience with the requirements, including a bio and your contact information. Questions? Call Nan at 612-385-4231 with any questions.