Innovation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Innovation Attorney for its Strategic Advisory and Government Enforcement (SAGE) unit, based in Houston, TX, with options for remote work across the United States. The role involves 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 and optimize client service.
• Coordinate and implement technology integration, including generative AI, into legal practices.
• Develop client-facing solutions to enhance collaboration and data sharing.
• Create and automate knowledge and precedent libraries.
• Evaluate and improve legal service delivery through data analysis and market trends.
• Educate legal professionals on technology and client solutions to improve service utilization.
• Develop case studies and innovation materials for business development.

Requirements

• Minimum of six years of experience as a litigation, regulatory, transactional, or legislative policy attorney in a large law firm.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to solve practical problems and manage workflows effectively.
• 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 efficiency improvement.
• Problem-solving and innovation.
• Public relations and diplomacy.

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.

Focusing on technology, infrastructure, and finance sectors worldwide, this firm offers solid solutions for every stage of a tech company's growth. The firm has litigated and appealed some of the most complex disputes for the world's major financial institutions. Working with the most innovative companies worldwide, the firm is known for its excellence, teamwork, perseverance, and innovation.