Innovation Attorney - (Hybrid Schedule)
hace 1 día
Pittsburgh
US Job Description Firm Information Reed Smith is a dynamic international law firm dedicated to helping clients move their businesses forward. With an inclusive culture and innovative mindset, we deliver smarter, more creative legal services that drive better outcomes for our clients. Our deep industry knowledge, long-standing relationships and collaborative structure make us the go-to partner for complex disputes, transactions and regulatory matters. Our team of 3,000 people (including more than 1,600 lawyers) across more than 30 offices in the United States, Europe, the Middle East and Asia, operate as one global partnership to drive progress for our clients, for ourselves and for our communities. Position Summary The Innovation Attorney will play a key role in advancing the firm’s use of generative AI and other legal technologies to support transactional practices. Drawing on significant transactional experience, this role will work closely with attorneys to identify high-impact opportunities for AI-enabled solutions that improve efficiency, consistency, and client service. As a member of the Innovation Department, the Innovation Attorney will design and scale practice-specific workflows, contribute to knowledge management initiatives, support strategic planning, and help drive adoption of emerging tools. This position requires strong legal acumen, comfort with evolving technology, and the ability to translate practice needs into practical, scalable solutions. Job Duties and Responsibilities Partner with transactional attorneys to identify and implement high-value applications of generative AI and other innovative technology, grounded in a strong understanding of their work, clients, and industries. Design, promote, and scale practice-specific, AI-enabled workflows in close collaboration with colleagues across the Firm’s Innovation Department. Gather feedback, assess needs, and identify opportunities where generative AI can streamline core aspects of transactional work, including due diligence, drafting, contract review, and knowledge management. Participate in practice group management teams, technology-related working groups, and pilots of emerging AI solutions, representing the perspective of a lawyer with transactional experience. Support Knowledge Management initiatives for transactional practices by leveraging AI to make knowledge more accessible and scalable, including designing a process for associates to: (1) gather documents from relevant deals, both historical and new, (2) use the Firm’s AI tools to extract key data, (3) review the results for accuracy, and (4) save the content in Foundation. Serve as a conduit between the Innovation Department and Reed Smith Legal Solutions with respect to the work of transactional attorneys. Deliver presentations and training that showcase practical, creative, and practice-aligned uses of generative AI and other innovative tools. Support the strategy and budgeting functions of the Innovation Department in collaboration with attorneys. Serve as a subject matter resource on generative AI solutions intended to support transactional practices, evaluating their impact and supporting effective adoption. Perform all other duties as assigned. Job duties and responsibilities included are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. Reed Smith reserves the right to revise or modify job duties and responsibilities at any time. Requirements Education: J.D. from an American Bar Association (ABA)-accredited law school. Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a transactional attorney in a law firm, or as an innovation attorney with a focus on transactional practices. Experience designing or implementing practice-specific workflows, training, or change initiatives that improve efficiency and client service. Experience working with generative AI or legal technology tools in support of transactional practices. Law firm experience preferred. Skills: Ability to translate transaction-focused legal experience into practical, AI-enabled solutions. Proficiency in communicating and presenting complex ideas to diverse audiences, with the ability to build credibility and influence adoption across all levels of the firm. Ability to adapt to evolving technologies and client needs, with a demonstrated interest in exploring emerging legal tools and solutions. Other Supervisory Responsibilities: None Equipment To Be Used: Personal computer and other office equipment such as telephone, calculator, fax, machine, copier, scanner, etc. Essential Job Functions: Sit and/or stand for prolonged periods, as the role involves extensive computer use and meetings. Prolonged visual focus and finger, hand, and wrist dexterity associated with computer use, including typing and using a mouse. Proficiently use computers, telecommunication devices, and digital collaboration tools. Accurately read and interpret written documents, computer screens, and other visual displays. Hear and understand verbal communication, including conversations and instructions, to facilitate effective collaboration and coordination with team members and stakeholders. Ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing, and collaborate with individuals across all levels of the organization. Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion in decision-making and adapt to changing work situations, while maintaining composure and resilience in a fast-paced environment. Ability to concentrate for extended periods, think critically, and make strategic decisions in a fast-paced environment. Ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain high attention to detail, and self-direct work in a remote or hybrid environment without direct oversight. Ability to interpret and synthesize complex legal, technical, and business information to support effective decision-making. Work long days as required to meet project or business needs. Travel for meetings and training as required. Working Conditions: You will be required to work in the office a minimum of 3 days per week. Occasionally called upon to work hours in excess of your normal daily schedule. The details of your weekly schedule will be discussed further with your direct supervisor. Pay Ranges: This represents the presently-anticipated low and high end of Reed Smith’s pay range for this position. Actual pay may vary based on various factors, including but not limited to location and experience. Pittsburgh, GSP, Houstin, Atlanta: $178,000 - $232,000 Chicago, Philadelphia: $191,000 - $248,000 Tysons, Princeton, Washington, DC: $203,000 – 265,000 NYC, Los Angeles, Century City: $212,000 – 274,000 San Francisco: $223,000 - $290,000 Employee Benefits Overview Our comprehensive benefits package includes: 401(k) Retirement Plan Medical Insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) Virtual Health Services Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Accident Insurance Hospital Indemnity Insurance Critical Illness Insurance Life Insurance Short-Term Disability Coverage Long-Term Disability Coverage Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Lyra Health Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Paid Family Leave (for eligible Exempt and Non-Exempt staff) College Savings Plan Transportation Benefit Back-up Child Care Services College Coach Program Pet Insurance Paid Sick Time (for Exempt staff) Paid Time Off (available to all full-time, non-temporary employees) Reed Smith offers a challenging work environment, business casual dress code and a total compensation package that includes a competitive salary, flexible benefits program, tuition assistance, and generous 401(k) plan. Reed Smith is an Equal Opportunity Employer with Core Values of Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork & Respect, Innovation, and Impact. Reed Smith also provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with law, including in the application and interview process. Qualified candidates only. No search firms.