Practice Innovation Attorney - Asset Management

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Practice Innovation Attorney in Chicago, IL, to support the adoption and implementation of advanced legal technology and artificial intelligence tools within its Asset Management Group. This role involves collaborating with practice group leaders to drive innovation in attorney workflows and enhance client delivery, internal efficiency, and knowledge accessibility.

Duties

• Collaborate with partners and attorneys to identify opportunities for improving legal workflows using AI and technology tools.
• Assess and implement legal technology solutions for asset management legal work, including fund formation and compliance.
• Engage with clients to address service needs related to AI and technology platforms.
• Lead technology pilot programs, manage rollouts, and coordinate cross-functional teams for successful tool adoption.
• Provide support to client service teams during the adoption and integration of new technologies.
• Serve as a liaison between the Group and internal teams to ensure alignment of legal tech initiatives.
• Contribute insights for the development of precedent, templates, and guidance materials.
• Support client-facing innovation opportunities and the delivery of value-added services through technology.
• Assist with client proposals and business development efforts where innovation is a differentiator.
• Stay informed on legal technology trends and market innovations.

Requirements

• J.D. degree and active license with a minimum of 5 years of legal practice experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in asset management.
• Strong understanding of fund formation processes and related legal issues.
• Practical experience with legal AI tools.
• Demonstrated interest in legal innovation and technology adoption.
• Excellent organizational, project management, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Education

• J.D. degree

Certifications

• Active legal license

Skills

• Legal technology and AI tool proficiency
• Project management
• Client engagement
• Cross-functional team coordination

Benefits

• Discretionary, year-end bonus

This distinguished law firm was established more than 140 years ago and employs a significantly large team of highly skilled attorneys. The firm has several law offices located across the U.S. and abroad. A few of the firm's key practice areas are antitrust law, intellectual property law, and litigation. This law practice is actively involved in pro bono efforts and committed to maintaining diversity at the workplace.