Innovation Attorney - Transactions

BCG Attorney Search; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness plan

Life and disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings account

401(k) plan and profit sharing

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Chicago seeks an Innovation Attorney to integrate legal technologies with transactional workflows, enhancing efficiency for lawyers, teams, and clients.

The role focuses on aligning technology with practice needs, serving as a bridge between lawyers and the Technology Department to drive effective tech adoption and strategic relationships.JD or equivalent and bar admission are required.

Qualifications

• JD or equivalent admitted to the state bar.
• Minimum two years of experience as a practicing lawyer or in legal operations; transactional experience preferred.
• Familiarity with legal tech adoption and technology projects.

Responsibilities

• Partner with practice groups to optimize legal service delivery through technology.
• Configure legal technologies to meet practice group needs.
• Identify opportunities for enhancing technology solutions.
• Serve as a liaison for clients on AI projects and shared workflows.
• Communicate with vendors to foster strategic relationships.
• Stay informed on legal tech trends and emerging technologies.

Skills

Tech proficiency

Communication skills

Design thinking

Detail-oriented

Team player

Education

JD or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

A law firm seeks an Innovation Attorney in Chicago, Illinois. This role advises lawyers, matter teams, clients, and practice groups in transactional law, aligning innovative legal technologies with workflows to optimize value and efficiency. The position serves as a conduit between lawyers, clients, and the Technology Department to ensure effective use of technology systems.

Responsibilities

• Partner with practice groups to develop strategies for optimizing legal service delivery through technology.
• Replicate practice group successes by applying learned lessons across teams.
• Configure legal technologies to meet practice group needs.
• Identify opportunities for enhancing technology solutions.
• Serve as a liaison for clients on AI projects and collaborate on shared workflows.
• Implement outreach initiatives to increase technology engagement.
• Collaborate on projects with various firm teams.
• Stay informed on legal industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Communicate with vendors to foster strategic relationships.
• Protect sensitive and confidential information.
• Perform other duties as required to meet firm goals.

Requirements

• JD or equivalent, admission to the relevant state bar.
• Minimum two years of experience as a practicing lawyer or in legal operations; transactional experience preferred.
• Proficiency with technology and legal tech solutions.
• Experience in strategic legal technology projects preferred.
• Knowledge of transactional legal matter lifecycle preferred.
• Familiarity with legal tech adoption techniques desirable.
• Experience in business analysis, solution design, or client-facing roles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly.
• Strong customer service and problem-solving skills.
• Effective team player in diverse environments.

Education

JD or equivalent.

Certifications

• Admission to the relevant state bar.

Skills

• Proficiency with technology and legal tech solutions.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to engage in design thinking.
• Detail-oriented and organized.

Benefits

• Health and wellness plan.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts and health savings account.
• 401(k) plan and profit sharing plan.
• Substantial Paid Time Off (PTO) program.