Innovation Attorney: AI-Driven Litigation

Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP; Northern, New York (KY, NY); Hybrid; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP in New York seeks an Innovation Attorney, Litigation, to bridge traditional practice with AI-enabled workflows. You will help design, test, and scale AI tools, craft prompts for AI systems, and drive adoption among litigators across matters.

The role requires strong legal judgment, experience with AI/ML concepts, and the ability to translate technical capabilities into practical guidance for partners and associates. Hybrid work model and competitive compensation offered.

Qualifications

• J.D. required with strong litigation background.
• Experience applying AI in legal practice and technology adoption.
• Ability to translate complex tech concepts for lawyers.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate across litigation to embed generative AI in strategy, research, discovery and filings.
• Configure and test AI platforms to meet quality and accuracy standards.
• Develop prompts for AI systems supporting litigation workflows and analysis.
• Lead adoption efforts with training, workshops and demonstrations.
• Create governance, policies and playbooks for responsible AI use.

Skills

Legal technology

Generative AI tools

Prompt engineering

Communication skills

Project management

Stakeholder relationships

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Tools

e-discovery platforms

AI-assisted legal research

Document review software

Job description

Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP in New York seeks an Innovation Attorney, Litigation, to bridge traditional practice with AI-enabled workflows. You will help design, test, and scale AI tools, craft prompts for AI systems, and drive adoption among litigators across matters.

The role requires strong legal judgment, experience with AI/ML concepts, and the ability to translate technical capabilities into practical guidance for partners and associates. Hybrid work model and competitive compensation offered.