Innovation Attorney, Litigation and Intellectual Property

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Innovation Attorney for its Litigation and Intellectual Property business units in Irvine, CA, with options for hybrid or fully remote work. The role involves supporting the firm's innovation efforts to enhance legal service delivery through people, process, and technology. The attorney will collaborate across various offices and departments, reporting to the Managing Director of Practice Innovation.

Duties

• Lead projects to streamline legal service delivery using available resources and technology.
• Support digitalization efforts, including automation and data management.
• Integrate technology, such as generative AI, into legal practices.
• Manage technology rollouts and promote adoption within business units.
• Develop client-facing solutions and improve collaboration platforms.
• Create and maintain knowledge libraries and databases for practice content.
• Evaluate and improve legal service delivery through data analysis and market trends.
• Educate legal professionals on technology and practice content to enhance services.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an accredited institution and admission to practice in a U.S. jurisdiction.
• Minimum of four years of experience as a litigation or IP attorney in a large law firm.
• Strong communication skills for presenting complex ideas clearly.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to handle diverse situations.
• Familiarity with legal technology and AI applications in legal services.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across organizational levels.
• Willingness to travel as necessary.

Education

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.)

Certifications

• Admission to practice law in a U.S. jurisdiction

Skills

• Superior written and verbal communication
• Analytical and project management
• Familiarity with legal technology and AI
• Interpersonal and customer service

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision
• Mental well-being programs
• Child, family, elder, and pet care benefits
• Short- and long-term disability and parental leave benefits
• Health savings account contributions
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401K program
• Flexible Time Off program and paid holidays

This firm takes a cross-discipline approach to legal practice; attorneys develop their careers to their fullest potential in a work environment dedicated to collaboration and client solutions. These attorneys then implement their skills and experience to foster long-term client relationships, advising clients on a broad array of legal issues.