Knowledge Management Attorney, Real Estate

Jobtailor

Washington (District of Columbia)

Hybrid

USD 90,000 - 140,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a seasoned Knowledge Management Leader for a Washington, DC area role focusing on law firm KM, research, and practice support. You will organize content, promote technology, and develop training and thought leadership while aligning KM initiatives with firm strategy.

Ideal candidates bring JD and active bar status, 5+ years in KM within professional services, and strong collaboration across cross-functional teams to drive change and client service excellence.

Qualifications

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
Active bar membership in good standing.
Minimum five (5) years of law firm KM/innovation experience.
Deep expertise in workflows and day-to-day needs of attorneys in real estate, construction, multifamily housing, and public finance.
Experience in knowledge management, legal research, and practice support.
Experience using knowledge management tools and technologies, including databases, intranets, portals, search engines, and document management systems.
Experience with legal technology, project management, and business planning.
Proficiency in legal research databases and knowledge management platforms.
Ability to develop, test, and deliver technology-driven tools and client-facing solutions.
Discretion in handling confidential information.
Strong written, verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Organize and develop content and knowledge resources for assigned practice areas.
Implement and promote relevant technology.
Prepare and present training materials.
Manage and draft internal and external thought leadership content.
Develop and implement knowledge management solutions aligned with firm strategic objectives.
Serve as embedded practice group KM expert and liaison.
Curate knowledge artifacts in KM databases and libraries.
Develop, implement, maintain, and assess knowledge management strategies and systems.
Create, organize, and maintain model documents, forms, precedents, guidance, and practice resources.
Capture user feedback to improve KM tools and processes, including DMS and intranet.
Review legal, market, and practical materials; track trends and developments.
Identify knowledge base gaps and curate attorney contributions.
Plan and execute KM innovation projects, measure ROI, and report progress.
Evaluate and implement technologies that enhance KM and practice support.
Champion technology adoption and organizational change.
Identify knowledge and training needs with KM, AI, and Practice Management teams.
Support lateral onboarding and assess incoming knowledge content.
Conduct knowledge succession planning interviews and document processes and negotiation strategies.
Partner with Administrative Departments on firm-wide KM initiatives.
Develop training materials, reference guides, and online resources.
Facilitate demonstrations, pilots, and success-story sharing.
Evaluate training effectiveness and recommend improvements.
Maintain strict confidentiality of firm, attorney, and client information.

Skills

Knowledge management experience

Legal research proficiency

Project management

Document management systems

Training development

Data analysis

Workflow optimization

Content curation

Market trend analysis

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Active bar membership

Tools

Knowledge Management Tools

Intranets

Document Management Systems

Search Engines

Portals

Legal Research Databases

iManage

Job description

• Organize and develop content and knowledge resources for assigned practice areas
• Implement and promote relevant technology
• Prepare and present training materials
• Manage and draft internal and external thought leadership content
• Develop and implement knowledge management solutions aligned with firm strategic objectives
• Serve as embedded practice group knowledge management expert and liaison
• Curate knowledge artifacts in the firm’s knowledge management database and other libraries
• Develop, implement, maintain, and assess knowledge management strategies and systems
• Create, organize, and maintain model documents, forms, precedents, drafting guidance, and practice resources
• Capture user feedback to improve KM tools and processes, including the document management system and intranet
• Review legal, market, and practical materials; track market trends, best practices, and legal technology developments
• Identify knowledge base gaps and curate attorney contributions
• Plan and execute KM innovation projects, measure return on investment, and report project progress
• Evaluate and implement technologies that enhance knowledge management and practice support
• Champion technology adoption and organizational change
• Identify knowledge and training needs with KM, AI, and Practice Management teams
• Support lateral onboarding and assess incoming knowledge content
• Conduct knowledge succession planning interviews and document processes, workflows, templates, and negotiation strategies
• Partner with Administrative Departments on firm-wide KM initiatives
• Develop training presentations, reference guides, and online resources
• Facilitate demonstrations, pilot programs, and success-story sharing
• Evaluate training effectiveness and recommend improvements
• Maintain strict confidentiality of firm, attorney, and client information

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school
Active bar membership in good standing
Minimum five (5) years of law firm experience in relevant practice groups or in KM/innovation within professional services
Deep expertise in workflows, priorities, and day-to-day needs of attorneys practicing in real estate, construction, multifamily housing, and public finance
Experience in knowledge management, legal research, and practice support
Experience using knowledge management tools and technologies, including databases, intranets, portals, search engines, and document management systems
Experience with legal technology, project management, and business planning
Proficiency in legal research databases and knowledge management platforms
Proven ability to develop, test, and deliver technology-driven tools and initiatives, including client-facing solutions
Demonstrated discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information
Exceptional written and verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Ability to work on cross-functional teams and drive organizational change
Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills
Passion for knowledge management, technology, innovation, and creative problem-solving
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Strong working knowledge of document management systems such as iManage
Ability to build productive internal and external relationships
High integrity and professionalism
Commitment to client service, ethical conduct, and firm values
Ability to self-manage and work independently in remote, hybrid, and in-office settings

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in knowledge management strategies and systems, with a strong focus on legal research, technology adoption, and project management. Proven ability to develop and implement training materials and tools that enhance practice support and drive organizational change.

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