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Thomson Reuters
One North Dearborn Street
Suite 650
Chicago IL 60602
Phone:(866) 622-7274 Fax:(555) 555-1000
Email: n/a
SIU Job Number: |
3213 |
Firm or Agency: |
Thomson Reuters |
Job Title: |
Associate Attorney |
Duties: |
Thomson Reuters is the leading source of intelligent information for the world's businesses and professionals, providing customers with competitive advantage. Intelligent information is a unique synthesis of human intelligence, industry expertise and innovative technology that provides decision-makers with the knowledge to act, enabling them to make better decisions faster. Through its more than 50,000 people across 93 countries, Thomson Reuters delivers this must-have insight to the financial, legal, tax and accounting, scientific, healthcare and media markets, and is powered by the world's most trusted news organization. More information about Thomson Reuters and its financial performance can be found on www.ThomsonReuters.comhttp://www.thomsonreuters.com/
PRIMARY OBJECTIVES:
The primary objective of this position is to provide legal interpretation to support the development and updating of print and electronic publications used in BAR/BRI Bar Review and as law school study guides.
MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY: (approximate percentages)
75 percent - Editorial Functions
* Performs legal analysis, writing, and research to support the development of print and electronic publications. Evaluates and develops manuscripts, creates practice questions and model answers and condensed outlines.
* Reviews state bar exam questions.
* Consults/negotiates with authors and primary contacts regarding content, style, and format of material, as required by publishing center.
15 percent - Quality Control and Verification
* Verifies own work and that of outside authors for accuracy and completeness.
* Responsible for legal text integrity and integration of new text.
* Assigns and monitors research projects for outside attorneys.
10 percent - Development of Individual and Team Skills
* Attends and participates in team meetings.
* Prioritizes own work.
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Job Location: |
Chicago, IL |
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Type of Postion: |
Full Time Permanent |
Position Category: |
Alternative |
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Req. Years of Experience: |
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11/11/2009 |
Starting Date: |
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Need Resume: |
yes
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Need Employer Application: |
no
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Need a Writing Sample: |
yes
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Need a Law Transcript: |
yes
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Need an Undergraduate Transcript: |
yes
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Need a Letter of Application: |
yes
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Need References: |
yes
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Need Salary History: |
yes
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Other Application Needs: |
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Preferred Qualifications: |
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Required Qualifications: |
Education:
* J.D. Degree required.
* English or Journalism undergraduate degree preferred.
Experience:
* Admittance into state bar preferred.
* Law review or journal writing experience preferred.
Knowledge and Skills:
* Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
* Solid editorial judgment
* Keen attention to detail.
* Basic proficiency in word processing applications.
* Ability to successfully acquire knowledge of BAR/BRI products and contribute to their enhancement.
* Ability to work successfully in a team environment.
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Benefits: |
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Comments: |
Thomson Reuters employees take pride in providing our customers around the world with information that is timely, accurate, unbiased and trusted. We have a profound respect for the professions and customers we serve and define our success in terms of their success. Our work environment is dynamic, innovative and entrepreneurial. We have a result-oriented culture that demands excellence, agility, and the desire to move quickly and precisely to seize opportunities. Our environment is both challenging and supportive - we give employees the opportunity to develop their skills and do their best work.
Thomson Reuters values diversity of culture and thought and seeks talented, qualified employees in all its operations around the world regardless of race, gender, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other protected classification under country or local law.
Thomson Reuters is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
To apply for this position please visit:
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