AI Project Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an AI Project Attorney based in Washington, DC, with the option for 100% remote work within the US. The role involves supporting the integration and utilization of artificial intelligence in legal services, collaborating across various departments and practice groups.

Duties

• Develop and build generative AI workflows and use cases for legal practice.
• Create materials for different practice areas and phases of engagements.
• Expand prompt and workflow libraries and drive utilization by lawyers.
• Collaborate with practice groups on AI adoption and utilization.
• Train lawyers and timekeepers on AI through sessions and workshops.
• Support the development of AI communities of practice within the firm.
• Maintain understanding of the firm's AI tools and assist in best practices development.
• Assist in technology onboarding and adoption for legal practice support.
• Stay informed on AI market changes and best practices.
• Communicate with clients on AI and legal tech solutions.
• Develop case studies for marketing and business development.
• Contribute to firm communications on innovation and legal technology.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an accredited institution and admission to practice in a US jurisdiction.
• Minimum of three years of experience as an attorney in a law firm or similar environment.
• Strong technical skills and familiarity with generative AI and machine learning.
• Experience in developing AI workflows and supporting legal technology adoption.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with workflow and document management technology.
• Strong analytical, project management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• 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

• Technical aptitude with AI and legal technology.
• Project management and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

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 Silicon Valley firm offers a full-service practice which covers a number of areas, including: intellectual property, corporate, and labor & employment. The firm's intellectual property practice is both rapidly expanding and exceptionally solid; the firm's intellectual property attorneys have extensive experience in state, federal, and international litigation, as well as licensing, litigation avoidance and other matters across the complete spectrum of intellectual property issues. 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 sizable bonus for all lawyers who bill at least 1,950 hours, with additional money based on three separate billable-hour levels above 1,950.