Innovation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Innovation Attorney for its Strategic Advisory and Government Enforcement unit in Austin, TX, with options for hybrid or fully remote work within the United States. The role involves enhancing legal service delivery through innovation in people, process, and technology, collaborating across various offices and departments.

Duties

• Lead projects to streamline legal service delivery using available resources and technology.
• Manage digitalization efforts, including automation and data capture.
• Support the firm's data strategy by tracking and utilizing practice data.
• 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 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 six years of experience in litigation, regulatory, transactional, or legislative policy 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 institution.

Certifications

• Admission to practice law in a US jurisdiction.

Skills

• Project management and prioritization.
• Knowledge management and efficiency improvement.
• 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.