Innovation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Innovation Attorney for its Strategic Advisory and Government Enforcement unit in Los Angeles, CA, with options for remote work across the U.S. The role focuses on enhancing legal service delivery through innovation in people, process, and technology, collaborating across various departments and practice groups.

Duties

• Lead projects to streamline legal service delivery using technology and best practices.
• Manage digitalization efforts, including automation and data capture.
• Support the firm's data strategy and track practice content usage.
• Integrate technology, including generative AI, into legal practices.
• Develop client-facing solutions to share data and insights.
• Create and automate knowledge and precedent libraries.
• Evaluate and improve legal service delivery through data analysis.
• Educate legal professionals on technology and client solutions.
• Develop case studies and innovation materials for business development.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) and admission to practice in a U.S. jurisdiction.
• Minimum of four years of experience in litigation, regulatory, transactional, or legislative policy in a large law firm.
• Strong communication skills for presenting complex ideas.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to handle diverse variables.
• Familiarity with legal technology and AI applications.
• Excellent 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 institution.

Certifications

• Admission to practice law in a U.S. jurisdiction.

Skills

• Analytical and project management skills.
• Familiarity with AI and legal technology.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.

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 flexible time off.

The Los Angeles office of this premier, high-level finance firm splits its full-service practice into 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 firm offers an entrepreneurial, upbeat work environment and an opportunity to work with fun and interesting people. Candidates we have sent here return genuinely impressed with the firms attorneys overall competence. The firm offers top market pay, and not so coincidentally, associates often complain about high expectations for billable hours. The firm recently opened its first overseas office.