Legal Practice Analyst

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California, +5 more states.

📋 Description

• Conduct research on the legal technology landscape and assess tools that align with the firm's AI-driven technology strategy.

• Provide recommendations on technologies to embrace, pilot, or deprioritize.

• Evaluate AI and technology solutions for M&A and real estate workflows, encompassing due diligence, contract analysis, deal management, and closing processes.

• Experiment with new tools, evaluate output quality, identify limitations, and create written assessments for leadership and attorneys.

• Collaborate with the Manager of Process Innovation and the Chief Knowledge and Innovation Officer (CKIO) on planning and prioritizing the technology roadmap.

• Create and implement practical training programs for attorneys that are integrated into their workflows.

• Assist attorneys during the rollout of tools by addressing inquiries and resolving adoption challenges.

• Develop quick reference guides, workflow documentation, and adoption monitoring tools.

• Collect and synthesize attorney feedback and convert it into actionable insights for vendors and internal stakeholders.

• Aid in change management by fostering relationships with attorney champions within transactional practice groups.

• Engage in tool implementation projects from evaluation through rollout, which includes configuration, testing, and launch.

• Monitor implementation milestones, document decisions, and keep project records organized.

⛳️ Requirements

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school is preferred; however, candidates without a JD who possess significant legal experience in a transactional setting will be considered.

• At least 1–2 years of legal experience in M&A, corporate transactions, real estate, or a closely related field.

• Strong understanding of transactional concepts, including deal structure, due diligence, contract negotiation, closing mechanics, and related documentation.

• Authentic interest in legal technology and AI.

• Capability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences, especially attorneys.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to create polished deliverables independently.

• High proficiency in Microsoft Office.

• Familiarity with legal research platforms such as Westlaw, Lexis, or similar tools.

• Competence in managing competing priorities, proactive communication, and effective collaboration across teams.

• Occasional travel may be necessary.

• Preferred: hands-on experience with AI-assisted legal tools, knowledge management, legal operations, practice innovation, or legal tech.

• Preferred: understanding of adult learning principles or formal training design.

• Preferred: comfort with structured evaluation frameworks, vendor management processes, or technology procurement.

• Preferred: knowledge of pricing, alternative fee arrangements, or project management frameworks in a legal context.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.

• Flexible paid time off (PTO).

• Holiday leave.

• Retirement savings plan with profit sharing for eligible employees.

• Flexible spending programs.

• Health savings account.

• Commuter benefits.

• Personal and parental leave programs.

• Wellness programs.

• Mental health support.

• Professional development programs.

• Supportive and inclusive workplace culture.

• Employee discounts and perks.