Karen Olympia Sy
About Karen Olympia Sy
Karen Olympia Sy is a Research Analyst specializing in the retrieval and analysis of complex legal documents to support litigation and business development. With a background in library sciences and extensive experience in legal research, she currently works at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP in Silicon Valley.
Current Role at Arnold & Porter
Karen Olympia Sy serves as a Research Analyst at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP, a position she has held since 2017. In this role, she specializes in retrieving and analyzing complex legal documents, including case dockets, statutes, and SEC filings. Her work supports litigation and business development efforts within the firm. She conducts in-depth research for pitch development and expert witness preparation, which enhances the firm's competitive edge in legal proceedings.
Previous Experience in Legal Research
Prior to her current role, Karen Olympia Sy worked at Littler Mendelson in various capacities. She served as a Library Assistant from 2012 to 2014 and later as a Research Specialist from 2014 to 2015. Additionally, she held the position of Reference Librarian at Kaye Scholer LLP for nine months in 2016. Her experience in these roles involved providing tailored research support to attorneys and staff, contributing to legal and business strategies.
Education and Expertise
Karen Olympia Sy holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Urban Studies & Planning from UC San Diego. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) from San Jose State University. Her academic background equips her with the skills necessary for effective research and information management in the legal field.
Research Skills and Contributions
In her current position, Karen delivers comprehensive article pulls from various subscription sources, including legal, scientific, and medical publications. She manages and prioritizes research assignments using the firm's billing and reference tracking systems, ensuring efficient workflow and resource allocation. Her contributions provide value-added research support tailored to the needs of the firm's attorneys and staff.
Experience at Alameda County Law Library
Karen Olympia Sy briefly worked as a Reference Librarian at the Alameda County Law Library for four months in 2015. In this role, she provided research assistance and support to library patrons, further developing her expertise in legal research and information services.