Paul Hastings is a leading international law firm that provides innovative legal solutions to many of the world's top financial institutions and Fortune Global 500 companies. With a strong presence throughout Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the U.S., we have the global reach and extensive capabilities to provide personalized service wherever our clients' needs take us. As one of the world's leading law firms, we seek dynamic individuals who share our commitment to service, innovation, and professional growth. We have an opening for a Knowledge and Innovation Attorney ("KIA") to support 1-2 litigation practice groups (the "Assigned PGs"). This role will report into a Director of Knowledge and Innovation and sits within the Practice Innovation & Legal Solutions Department. The KIA will support the Assigned PGs with their knowledge management and innovation needs. The KIA will serve as a legal knowledge, market, and practical resource to the practice group, primarily responsible for implementing and managing knowledge management and innovation projects and priorities for the Assigned PGs. This includes collecting, organizing, curating, and maintaining core practice content and "know how" (e.g. model and form documents, thought leadership materials, trainings, and substantive client presentations); capturing, maintaining, and optimizing experience data; sharing knowledge across the group; keeping attorneys abreast of current practice trends and developments; supporting substantive training initiatives; and identifying attorney practice pain points for improvement with technology. In this capacity, the Knowledge and Innovation Attorney will: Knowledge and Data Management
- Assess the Assigned PGs' knowledge needs, and define and implement a plan to meet those needs;
- Collect and maintain matter/experience data for the Assigned PGs' leveraging the firm's experience platform (Foundation) and custom matter intelligence dashboard;
- Draft, update and manage model documents, forms and templates, internal and client facing memoranda on practice legal issues, practice process checklists, training materials, and other required knowledge assets;
- Collect, curate, and contribute content to contributing articles, client presentations, client alerts, and other content that position the Firm as a thought leader;
- Promote and encourage use of the Firm's new Knowledge Management system within the Assigned PGs, and maintain and continuously update content within the system;
- Monitor and share with practitioners recent, relevant legal developments and current market practice developments and trends;
- Provide direct support to individual practitioners in the Assigned PGs to assist them with locating practice-related internal and external knowledge resources;
- Identify practice-related training needs and coordinate with the Assigned PGs' leadership and our Talent Development department to organize, design and deliver relevant training for associates;
- Provide regular training on knowledge resources and innovative technology solutions to the Assigned PGs' lawyers and other timekeepers;
- Coordinate with peers in other practice areas to exchange best practices in knowledge resources developed by each area;
- Potentially support additional practice groups as necessary; and
- Work beyond scheduled hours as necessary and travel as required.
Technology and Innovation
- Identify practice pain-points and use cases for legal technology tools, and recommend solutions, and contribute to the design and/or customization of legal tech solutions, including facilitating administration of pilot plans or proofs of concept, communicating and driving adoption around launch of new solutions;
- Help evaluate emerging technologies and propose their potential applications in legal processes;
- Support and collaborate with colleagues in the Practice Innovation & Legal Solutions Department to promote and support Department-wide initiatives;
- Participate in the continuous development of internal policies and processes to foster innovation and best practice KM;
- Foster relationships with industry peers, legal technology providers, and other stakeholders; and
- Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and best practice sharing amongst practice areas and the global KIA team.
Proficiencies:
- Prior experience practicing in complex litigation, IP or Labor & Employment litigation (required);
- Experience with knowledge management and legal innovation practices (preferred);
- Advanced knowledge of the workflows and core needs of litigation lawyers;
- Familiarity with legal innovation and legal technology ecosystem;
- Proficiency in developing training curricula and learning and development best practices;
- Advanced proficiency in researching and drafting relevant legal documents and content;
- Competency with firm software programs;
- Advanced proficiency in document management search functionality and systems;
- Familiarity with change management, project management and process improvement;
- Ability to handle multiple projects, and prioritize effectively;
- Ability to work independently, and collaborate as a team member; and
- Desire for continuous learning, demonstrating a clear interest in, and ability to adapt to, new technologies.
Qualifications:
- Law degree and current bar admission or equivalent in the jurisdiction of your assigned Firm office and in the jurisdiction of your home state if different (required);
- At least 5 years of law firm practitioner experience (preferred); and
- Experience in a knowledge management role and/or legal innovation practices (preferred).
Employees will be provided with an excellent career opportunity in a collaborative environment, in addition to a generous total compensation package with the opportunity to earn bonuses based on individual contribution and firm profitability. The salary wage range that we expect to pay for this position is a minimum of $204,500 and a maximum of $300,000 annually. The actual pay wage may vary based on experience or other relevant factors. Eligible employees can participate in the Firm's comprehensive benefits program, which include the following:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Long Term Care, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
- Healthcare Concierge and Advocacy
- Lifestyle Spending Account
- Voluntary 401(k) Plan and Profit Sharing
- 10 Paid Holidays per year and a generous PTO Program
- Family Support including Paid Parental Leave, Fertility Benefits, Breast Milk Shipping, Back-up Child Care, Elder Care, and Tutoring
- Wellbeing programs (Employee Assistance Program, Relationship Support, Mental Health and Well-Being Events)
- Retirement Plan Consulting
- Anniversary Bonus Program
- Professional Development Programs
- Transportation and Commuter Benefits
- International Travel Insurance
- Auto/Home/Pet Insurance
- Prepaid Legal Insurance
- Employee Discounts
- And More!
The Firm has a range of diversity initiatives including our Paul Hastings Affinity Networks (PHANs), Women's Initiative, and PH Balanced. These initiatives provide a firmwide forum to share experiences, as well as an opportunity to participate in a supportive network with common interests to help make life at the firm more inclusive. Learn more about our Global Diversity, Inclusion and Wellness Initiatives here. Paul Hastings LLP is an equal employment and affirmative action employer F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.
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Paul Hastings LLP
flexible benefit account, parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k), retirement plan, profit sharing
Jan 16, 2025