Senior Director, Practice Management & Analytics

KAHANA & FELD LLP; Walnut Creek (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

KAHANA & FELD LLP in California seeks a Firmwide Director or Senior Manager of Practice Management to align practice goals with staffing, budgets, and client expectations. You will partner with COOs, practice leaders, and staff to optimize attorney utilization and drive efficiency across the firm.

The role requires strong analytical, project management, and communication skills, with experience in a matrixed legal environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s and law degree or equivalent experience in law firm management.
• Experience in law firm management, legal operations, or professional services.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as trusted advisor to COO and practice leaders on management topics.
• Develop, execute, and monitor practice goals and priorities.
• Review matters for staffing and attorney assignments throughout the lifecycle.
• Monitor workload, utilization, capacity, and staffing needs proactively.
• Lead practice management initiatives and cross-functional training.

Skills

Practice management

Staffing optimization

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication

Data analysis

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/related field

Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent

Tools

Intapp

iTimekeep

Dashboard development

Financial reporting systems

Job description

KAHANA & FELD LLP in California seeks a Firmwide Director or Senior Manager of Practice Management to align practice goals with staffing, budgets, and client expectations. You will partner with COOs, practice leaders, and staff to optimize attorney utilization and drive efficiency across the firm.

The role requires strong analytical, project management, and communication skills, with experience in a matrixed legal environment.