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 hybrid or fully remote work within the United States. The role focuses on enhancing legal service delivery through people, process, and technology, collaborating across various offices and departments.

Duties

• Lead projects to streamline legal service delivery using available resources and technology.
• Drive digitalization efforts, including automation and data management.
• Integrate technology, such as generative AI, into legal practices.
• Develop client-facing solutions to share data and insights.
• Create and automate knowledge libraries to improve service delivery.
• Evaluate and improve legal service efficiency through data analysis and trend monitoring.
• 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 US jurisdiction.
• Minimum of six 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 situations.
• 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 US jurisdiction.

Skills

• Project management and prioritization.
• Analytical and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with AI and legal technology.
• Strong communication and interpersonal 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 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.