Associate Legal News Editor

LexisNexis, Philadelphia, PA

Work at LexisNexis

Duration: Full-Time

The Associate Legal News Editor covers specific legal beats and oversees production of his/her publication(s) on weekly, monthly or bi-monthly frequency. Monitors developments in assigned practice area(s), including court cases, administrative proceedings, and legislative and regulatory actions; reports on legal news and produces daily news articles for inclusion on daily news website and in print and ebook and other distribution channels, including online. Post-COVID19 pandemic, the position will require travel to Philadelphia for monthly meetings and as required.

Responsibilities:

Closely monitor practice area(s) for legal news
Suggest which developments to report and write about and validate suggestions with manager
Gather news and identify relevant official documents regarding events and developments in the practice area
Write news articles for daily upload to website and inclusion in print publications
Clearly digest/explain court opinions and other litigation-related documents following guidance provided by manager
Use and update existing list of news sources
Meet all deadlines and oversee production of publications in a timely manner
Participate in and support marketing strategy with regard to particular publications
Participate in developing and executing market engagement plan for each product to ensure consistent feedback flow on content direction and market focus
Attend practice-area meetings and conferences when possible
Review all available analytics of web-based usage of content with managing editor to help drive content focus
Recommend new product ideas
Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications:

1-2 years of hard news reporting experience
High School Diploma, or GED

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree, journalism/communications degree preferred
Legal experience
Aggressive news gatherer
Skilled and speedy news writer
Ability to understand and explain complex legal topics
Ability to network with attorney sources, use online and other resources to gather information
Superior interviewer (on telephone and in person)
Ability to engage clearly with customers, management, marketing, and sales about the given topic
Ability to work independently