Innovation Attorney – Legal Technology
Latham & Watkins, New York, NY, United States
About Latham & Watkins
Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture. If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong.
About The Role
The Innovation Attorney – Legal Technology is an integral part of Latham’s Technology & Information Services team. The role acts as product owner for assigned legal technology platforms, with end‑to‑end accountability across discovery, piloting, launch, adoption, and ongoing optimization. The role defines and owns product vision, roadmap, and success metrics aligned with firm strategy, attorney needs, and operational priorities. It is located in either New York, Boston, Los Angeles, or Washington, D.C. The position may be eligible for a flexible working schedule allowing a hybrid and in‑office presence.
Responsibilities & Qualifications
Translate practice group and legal operations requirements into clear product requirements, user stories, and prioritization decisions.
Serve as the primary decision‑maker on scope, sequencing, and tradeoffs throughout the product lifecycle, balancing user needs, technical feasibility, vendor capabilities, and strategic value.
Define, track, and evaluate key performance indicators (KPIs), adoption metrics, and value realization to guide iteration and investment decisions.
Lead horizon‑scanning efforts to identify and assess emerging legal and adjacent technologies while maintaining awareness of the legal technology vendor landscape.
Own and coordinate pilot programs and proof‑of‑concept initiatives, including defining success criteria, drafting requirements, evaluating solutions, and managing testing and feedback.
Protect and maintain highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains.
Possess expertise in horizon scanning and market intelligence with a strong understanding of legal technology categories and adjacent emerging technologies.
Demonstrate strong product management capabilities, including user personas, user stories, scoping, requirements documentation, roadmap planning, and user testing.
Exhibit advanced strategic project management skills, including business case development, financial analysis, and return on investment (ROI) modelling.
Hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in law, business, information systems, or a related field.
Hold a Juris Doctor (J.D.).
Have a minimum of five (5) years of experience supporting legal technology and innovation.
Benefits & Additional Information
Outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment.
Generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of individual and firm performance.
Comprehensive benefit program including healthcare, life and disability insurance.
Generous 401(k) plan.
At least 11 paid holidays per year and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure.
Well‑being programs (including mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well‑being events, and more).
Professional development programs.
Employee discounts.
Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff.
Pay Range
USD $220,000.00 – USD $250,000.00 per year.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Latham & Watkins is an equal‑opportunity employer. The firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture. If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong.
About The Role
The Innovation Attorney – Legal Technology is an integral part of Latham’s Technology & Information Services team. The role acts as product owner for assigned legal technology platforms, with end‑to‑end accountability across discovery, piloting, launch, adoption, and ongoing optimization. The role defines and owns product vision, roadmap, and success metrics aligned with firm strategy, attorney needs, and operational priorities. It is located in either New York, Boston, Los Angeles, or Washington, D.C. The position may be eligible for a flexible working schedule allowing a hybrid and in‑office presence.
Responsibilities & Qualifications
Translate practice group and legal operations requirements into clear product requirements, user stories, and prioritization decisions.
Serve as the primary decision‑maker on scope, sequencing, and tradeoffs throughout the product lifecycle, balancing user needs, technical feasibility, vendor capabilities, and strategic value.
Define, track, and evaluate key performance indicators (KPIs), adoption metrics, and value realization to guide iteration and investment decisions.
Lead horizon‑scanning efforts to identify and assess emerging legal and adjacent technologies while maintaining awareness of the legal technology vendor landscape.
Own and coordinate pilot programs and proof‑of‑concept initiatives, including defining success criteria, drafting requirements, evaluating solutions, and managing testing and feedback.
Protect and maintain highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains.
Possess expertise in horizon scanning and market intelligence with a strong understanding of legal technology categories and adjacent emerging technologies.
Demonstrate strong product management capabilities, including user personas, user stories, scoping, requirements documentation, roadmap planning, and user testing.
Exhibit advanced strategic project management skills, including business case development, financial analysis, and return on investment (ROI) modelling.
Hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in law, business, information systems, or a related field.
Hold a Juris Doctor (J.D.).
Have a minimum of five (5) years of experience supporting legal technology and innovation.
Benefits & Additional Information
Outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment.
Generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of individual and firm performance.
Comprehensive benefit program including healthcare, life and disability insurance.
Generous 401(k) plan.
At least 11 paid holidays per year and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure.
Well‑being programs (including mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well‑being events, and more).
Professional development programs.
Employee discounts.
Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff.
Pay Range
USD $220,000.00 – USD $250,000.00 per year.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Latham & Watkins is an equal‑opportunity employer. The firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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