Innovation and Technology Solutions Attorney

A law firm in San Francisco, CA, seeks an Innovation and Technology Solutions Attorney to serve as a vital connection point between the firm's lawyers, clients, and the Technology & Information Services Department. The role involves ensuring that the firm's technology systems, tools, and services effectively meet the needs of practicing attorneys and clients while providing updates and analysis of new technologies and industry trends to firm management and practice group leadership.

Duties:

• Serve as a conduit between the firm's lawyers, clients, and the Technology & Information Services Department to ensure optimal technology systems and services utilization.
• Keep abreast of emerging technologies and innovative legal and non-legal offerings to ensure a state-of-the-art technology platform is available and fully exploited by the firm's lawyers.
• Collaborate with practice group leadership and support staff to understand technology needs and develop strategies for improving efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to leverage existing and emerging technologies into specific practices and coordinate pilot and proof of concept programs.
• Work with Technology & Information Services Department management and firm leadership to make recommendations for strategically deploying technology-related policies, software tools, and other technology-assisted solutions.
• Communicate with third-party vendors to foster strong relationships and stay informed about new products and services.

Requirements:

• 4+ years of experience as a practicing lawyer in a law firm or in a legal operations role.
• JD degree or an equivalent, with admission to the California State Bar.
• Experience in a technology role, preferably.
• Completion of an intensive software development/coding boot camp, preferably.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree or equivalent.

Certifications:

• Admission to the California State Bar.

Skills:

• Advanced technology or technology-adjacent skills include coding, product management, and process optimization.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript), front-end technologies (e.g., HTML/CSS), and database languages (e.g., SQL).
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated innovation in processes, products, or services.

Benefits:

• Healthcare, life, and disability insurance.
• Generous 401k plan.
• At least 11 paid holidays per year, with a growing PTO program.
• Well-being programs include mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, and well-being events.
• Professional development programs.
• Employee discounts.

The San Francisco office of this highly prestigious, multi-national firm has experienced phenomenal growth in recent years and provides a full spectrum of legal services in a number of areas, including: commercial litigation, antitrust, intellectual property, health care, corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, real estate, project finance, and environmental. The firms attorneys are typically very well-rounded and the firm makes a conscious effort to hire attorneys that fit in. Base compensation is excellent and bonuses are both large and easily attainable.