LexisNexis Legal & Professional is a leading global provider of legal, regulatory and business information and analytics that help customers increase productivity, improve decision-making and outcomes, and advance the rule of law around the world. As a digital pioneer, the company was the first to bring legal and business information online with its Lexis® ...
Read more about this company
As a Case Law Summaries Editor, you will analyze U.S. judicial opinions and create clear, concise, and accurate legal summaries and headnotes. You will play an important role in producing high-quality legal research content used by legal professionals, contributing directly to trusted LexisNexis products.
Responsibilities
Review, analyze, and interpret U.S. federal and state court decisions
Draft concise and accurate case summaries covering facts, issues, and outcomes
Create and edit headnotes, annotations, and editorial enhancements
Identify key legal principles, precedential value, and emerging trends
Verify legal references, citations, and case details for accuracy
Conduct legal research to support editorial work
Manage assigned workflows while meeting quality and productivity targets
Collaborate with editorial and legal teams to enhance content quality
Requirements
Strong legal research, analysis, and writing skills
Ability to interpret complex judicial opinions and extract key insights
Excellent written English with strong attention to detail
Bachelor’s degree in law (LLB) or an equivalent legal qualification
Analytical and critical thinking capabilities
Ability to manage multiple deadlines independently in a production environment
Proficiency in legal research tools and Microsoft Office applications
Experience drafting legal summaries, headnotes, or legal commentary is beneficial
Familiarity with U.S. legal systems and legal terminology is helpful
20 Initiatives to Boost Employee EngagementAre you struggling with improving employee engagement at work? This article covers everything from better communication to building a strong workplace culture.
30 Common Interview Mistakes to AvoidThis piece examines 30 of the most common mistakes applicants make at interviews, so you know how to better avoid them.