Knowledge Management Attorney - Legal Tech & Automation

Cooley LLP; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 225,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooley LLP is hiring a Knowledge Management Attorney to join the Practice Engineering team within the Innovation department. The role focuses on designing and implementing document automation software aligned with legal processes, creating standard forms, and developing training materials for assigned practice groups.

The successful candidate will work closely with product engineers and managers to model data, monitor regulatory developments, and deliver high‑quality knowledge products for

Qualifications

• After orientation at Cooley LLP, exhibit proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, iManage and other firm applications.
• Ability to work extended and/or weekend hours, as required.
• Ability to travel, as required.
• 4+ years of experience as a practicing attorney, preferably with a large law firm.
• Active member in good standing or registered in-house counsel of the bar(s) in all jurisdictions from which you regularly work, as well as the jurisdiction in which your assigned office is located, if applicable.
• Juris Doctor(ate) or non-US equivalent
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail for identifying defects and inconsistencies
• Demonstrated commitment to structuring forms and templates for minimal and ease‑of‑maintenance

Responsibilities

• Identify, draft and maintain standard forms, precedent and guidance materials.
• Coordinate collection and maintenance of standard forms across Cooley’s software portfolio.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for practice group attorneys and engineering teams.
• Prepare high‑quality thought leadership materials for attorneys and clients.
• Prioritize form collection, template automation, and automated testing based on business value and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with automation efforts for practice group work product and processes.
• Develop automated testing methodologies for updated legal language on digital platforms.
• Assist with usability and accessibility testing to improve user experience.
• Identify risks within AI-powered and deterministic software and propose mitigation strategies.
• Foster collaboration across departments to enhance practice group delivery.

Skills

Microsoft Office suite

iManage

Strong analytical skills

Ability to travel

Ability to work extended hours

Education

Juris Doctor(ate) or non-US equivalent

Job description

Cooley LLP is hiring a Knowledge Management Attorney to join the Practice Engineering team within the Innovation department. The role focuses on designing and implementing document automation software aligned with legal processes, creating standard forms, and developing training materials for assigned practice groups.

The successful candidate will work closely with product engineers and managers to model data, monitor regulatory developments, and deliver high‑quality knowledge products for