Laurie Oliver
About Laurie Oliver
Laurie Oliver serves as the Manager of U.S. Cases Editorial at Thomson Reuters, where she has worked since 2016. She has a background in psychology and law, holding a B.A. from Drake University and a J.D. from the University of Minnesota Law School.
Current Role at Thomson Reuters
Laurie Oliver currently serves as the Manager of U.S. Cases Editorial at Thomson Reuters, a position she has held since 2016. In this role, she manages a team that focuses on enhancing the proprietary Key Number System, which is essential for Westlaw and print products. Her responsibilities include overseeing editorial features and internal applications, ensuring that the content meets the needs of users and aligns with company standards.
Previous Experience at Thomson Reuters
Laurie Oliver worked at Thomson Reuters from 2007 to 2015 as a Team Coordinator. During her eight years in this role, she contributed to various projects and initiatives that supported the company's editorial processes. Her experience laid the groundwork for her current managerial position, allowing her to develop a deep understanding of the editorial landscape within the organization.
Education and Legal Expertise
Laurie Oliver holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Drake University, where she studied from 1986 to 1990. She furthered her education at the University of Minnesota Law School, earning her Juris Doctor degree from 1990 to 1993. This educational background provides her with a unique perspective in her current role, blending psychological insights with legal knowledge.
Team Management and Collaboration
In her current position, Laurie Oliver manages a team that is responsible for the Key Number System, a vital component for legal research products. She also handles customer issue investigations and resolutions, working closely with product development, customer service, manufacturing, and operations teams. This collaborative approach ensures that customer needs are addressed effectively and that editorial content remains relevant.