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Legal Researcher

Also known as: Legal Analyst, Law Researcher, Legislative Researcher

AI Impact Score

72/100

AI legal research tools can scan databases and surface relevant case law far faster than manual research. Your value shifts to synthesizing findings, identifying nuanced arguments, and providing strategic insight.

$45k – $95k

Salary Range

stable

Growth Outlook

75,000

Total Jobs (US)

+1%

Growth Rate

Task Breakdown

Tasks at Risk (4)

Case law searchesStatute compilationCitation verificationRegulatory tracking

AI-Enhanced Tasks (4)

Argument synthesisComparative analysisTrend identificationMulti-jurisdictional research

Human-Safe Tasks (5)

Strategic legal analysisComplex memorandaExpert testimony preparationPolicy recommendationsCross-disciplinary research

Current Skills

Legal ResearchLegal WritingCase AnalysisDatabase NavigationCritical Thinking

Future-Proof Skills

AI Research Tools Data Analytics Interdisciplinary Research Policy Analysis Legal AI Platforms (Westlaw Edge, Lexis+)

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