Attorney Development Specialist

Haynes and Boone; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Haynes and Boone is seeking an Attorney Development Specialist in Dallas, TX. This exempt position supports firm-wide attorney training, CLE resources, and diversity initiatives, reporting to the Sr. Manager of Attorney Development.

The role collaborates with attorneys, committees, and administrative heads on training programs and associate evaluations. Essential duties include coordinating milestone development, orientation programs, and career development initiatives, while handling logistics,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; two years’ experience in similar duties at a large firm or professional services org.
• JD or advanced degree is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute annual milestone development programs with the AD team.
• Coordinate orientation initiatives including mentorship programs.
• Support section or practice group training series.
• Assist with attorney career development initiatives, including leadership development and coaching resources.
• Follow-up with speakers to procure materials and confirm program details.
• Manage logistics for trainings including invitations, materials, rooms, A/V, meals, and travel when needed.
• Support talent management, incl. biannual non-partner review administration.
• Assist with Attorney Development initiatives and liaise with lawyers and staff at all levels.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication across levels

Education

Bachelor’s degree

JD or advanced degree a plus

Tools

Microsoft Office

Workday

Smartsheet

Job description

The Attorney Development Specialist (AD Specialist) is an exempt position responsible for managing certain specialized aspects of firm-wide attorney training, including but not limited to serving as a firm-wide CLE resource, supporting training initiatives and programs related to diversity and inclusion and assisting the Attorney Development department with all training programs and the associate evaluation process. This position reports to the Manager of Attorney Development and works closely with other attorneys engaged in training efforts, various committees of the firm, and the heads of the other administrative departments.

Essential Duties

• Coordinate and execute annual milestone development programs in collaboration with other AD team members and partner with other administrative teams to support attorney development initiatives and strategic talent management objectives.

• Coordinate and execute orientation initiatives and programming, including mentorship programs.

• Support section/practice group-specific training series.

• Assist with the development and implementation of attorney career development initiatives, including professional skills training, leadership development programs and coaching resources.

• Follow-up with speakers (internal and external, as necessary) to procure materials, provide editing support, and confirm program details in advance of training presentation.

• Manage logistics, including Outlook invitations, session materials, room reservations, A/V and technology requests, meals, and travel when needed, etc. for integration meetings and training programs.

• Support the talent management function, including serving as subject matter expert on administration of biannual non-partner review process.

• Assist with the administration of Attorney Development team initiatives and activities.

• Liaise with lawyers and staff at all levels and perform other related duties as assigned.

Reporting Relationship

The Specialist reports directly to the Sr. Manager of Attorney Development.

Qualifications

Education and Knowledge:

• Candidate must have a bachelor’s degree and at least two years’ experience with similar responsibilities in a large law firm or professional services organization.

• JD or other advanced degrees are a plus.

• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office software applications is required. Experience with Micron, Workday and Smartsheet platforms preferred.

Skills:

• Candidate must be highly organized and possess excellent attention to detail skills.

• Candidate must be able to multi-task and prioritize competing deadlines.

• Candidate should be comfortable communicating effectively with all levels of individuals in the Firm.

• This individual has a vital role in promoting and coordinating the attorney training programs and must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Physical Demands

Position remains stationary at least 85% of the time. This position requires constant communication and exchange of information with the AD department as well as Firm attorney. This position must be able to inspect and observe information on a computer screen at least 80% of the time.

At Haynes and Boone, our people are the driving force behind our success. Because we value the role every individual plays in how we deliver exceptional legal services, we hire people who will contribute to our professional reputation, enhance client relationships and share in our success.

Haynes and Boone is one of the largest law firms in Dallas, and it continues to grow. In 2023, Haynes and Boone moved its headquarters to a new 27-story office tower in the Harwood District of uptown Dallas. Lawyers in our Dallas office serve all the firm’s practice and industry areas – including corporate, litigation, banking/finance, insurance law, healthcare law, labor and employment, estate planning, real estate, bankruptcy, intellectual property, white collar crime, and antitrust. Our Dallas lawyers are widely recognized in their practice areas in publications such as The Best Lawyers in America directory (Woodward/White, Inc.) and the Chambers USA legal directory (Chambers & Partners). This office attracts high-energy, technically proficient people who enjoy working in a collegial environment. We are committed to having an inclusive workforce that reflects our communities, and we seek highly motivated lawyers and staff who value our culture of respect and teamwork.