AI Project Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an AI Project Attorney in New York City, NY, with the option for hybrid or fully remote work. The role involves supporting the integration and utilization of artificial intelligence in legal services, collaborating across various departments to execute projects and initiatives.

Duties

• Develop and build generative AI workflows and use cases for legal practice.
• Create materials for different practice areas and phases of engagements.
• Expand prompt and workflow libraries and drive utilization by lawyers.
• Collaborate with practice group attorneys on AI adoption.
• Train lawyers and timekeepers on AI through sessions and workshops.
• Support the development of AI communities of practice within the firm.
• Maintain expertise in the firm's generative AI tools and best practices.
• Assist in onboarding and adoption of legal technology.
• Communicate with clients on AI and legal tech solutions.
• Develop case studies for marketing and business development.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) and admission to practice in a US jurisdiction.
• Minimum of three years of experience as an attorney in a law firm or similar environment.
• Strong technical skills and familiarity with generative AI and machine learning.
• Experience in developing AI workflows and supporting legal technology adoption.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, project management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Availability 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

• Technical skills in AI and legal technology.
• Project management and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Elective health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 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.

Substantial billable hours is the primary way to get the big bucks and partnership consideration at this large New York firm. With West Coast roots, but not attitude, these New York lawyers work hard. Competitive and fast-paced, this firm excels across practice areas, but is doing some particularly interesting VC work. Although a type A environment to be sure, the atmosphere is still friendly, albeit without a lot of casual partner/associate interaction. Partner/associate relationships are strong in professional terms, however, with excellent marks for training and a fairly regimented associate development program. Now competing to be one of New York's finest, this firm is increasingly selective in associate hiring.