Innovation Attorney, Litigation and Intellectual Property

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Innovation Attorney in Sacramento, CA, with the option for 100% remote work within the US. The role supports the firm's innovation efforts to enhance legal service delivery through people, process, and technology, focusing on Litigation and Intellectual Property. The position collaborates across various offices and departments, reporting to the Managing Director of Practice Innovation.

Duties

• Lead projects to streamline legal service delivery using available resources and technology.
• Support digitalization efforts, including automation and data management.
• Integrate technology, such as generative AI, into legal practices.
• Manage technology product rollouts and adoption.
• Develop client-facing solutions and improve collaboration platforms.
• Create and maintain knowledge libraries and databases for knowledge sharing.
• Evaluate legal service delivery efficiency and identify improvement opportunities.
• Educate legal professionals on practice content and technology initiatives.
• Develop case studies for marketing and business development.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) and admission to practice in a US jurisdiction.
• Minimum of four years of experience as a litigation or IP attorney in a large law firm.
• Superior communication skills for presenting complex ideas.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to handle diverse variables.
• Familiarity with legal technology and AI applications.
• Strong analytical, project management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Excellent 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

• Project management and prioritization.
• Knowledge management and workflow efficiency.
• Legal technology and AI integration.
• Strong communication and presentation abilities.
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking.

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.
• Paid holidays.

This preeminent California firm offers a full-service practice which covers a number of areas, including: Litigation, Corporate, Tax, Environmental, Labor & Employment, and Real Estate. The Sacto office has strong litigation, IP, government, securities, finance, and antitrust practices. 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.