Innovation Attorney, Litigation and Intellectual Property

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Innovation Attorney for its Litigation and Intellectual Property business units in San Francisco, CA, with options for remote work across the United States. The role involves enhancing legal service delivery through innovative practices, collaborating with various teams, and integrating technology solutions.

Duties

• Lead projects to streamline legal service delivery using technology and best practices.
• Support the firm's data strategy by tracking and utilizing practice content.
• Integrate generative AI and other technologies into legal practices.
• Manage technology products, including rollout and adoption.
• Develop client-facing solutions and improve collaboration platforms.
• Create and maintain knowledge libraries and databases for practice content.
• Evaluate and improve legal service delivery through data analysis and market trends.
• Educate legal professionals on technology and practice content initiatives.

Requirements

• Minimum of six years of experience as a litigation or IP attorney in a large law firm.
• Strong communication skills for presenting complex ideas clearly.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to handle diverse situations.
• Familiarity with legal technology and AI applications.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Willingness to travel as necessary.

Education

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an accredited university or college.

Certifications

• Admission to practice in good standing in a US jurisdiction.

Skills

• Analytical and prioritization skills.
• Interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Public relations and diplomacy skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• Mental well-being programs and family care benefits.
• Short- and long-term disability and parental leave benefits.
• Health savings account contributions and flexible spending accounts.
• 401K program and compensated time off through Flexible Time Off program.

This preeminent San Francisco firm offers a full-service practice which covers a number of areas, including: Litigation, Corporate, Tax, Environmental, Labor & Employment, and Real Estate. Many of the firm's top clients are investment banks, but, in recent years, the firm has expanded its intellectual property litigation practice. The atmosphere is collegial, but slightly more conservative than most Bay Area firms. Salaries are in line with other top Bay Area firms, and the firm provides a $10,000 bonus for all lawyers who bill at least 1,950 hours, with additional money based on three separate billable-hour levels above 1,950.