Strategic Legal Operations Director

DLA Piper; Reston (VA); Hybrid; USD 203,438 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

DLA Piper is seeking an experienced Practice Management leader in the Washington, DC area with responsibility for matter and financial management, budgeting, WIP, billing, and profitability metrics across partner portfolios.

The role requires 10+ years of law firm experience, a Bachelor's degree (JD preferred), and strong leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills. The position offers a hybrid schedule and opportunities to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field.
• Proven leadership and project management skills.
• Strong communication and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee matter & financial management, budgeting, and client guidelines compliance.
• Monitor WIP, billing, collections, and profitability metrics for the partner portfolio.
• Coordinate with billing teams for timely invoicing and with collections for payments.
• Lead multi-disciplinary teams and ensure exceptional client service and operational excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Financial Management

Client relations

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Legal Studies, Finance, Business Administration, or similar field

JD

Job description

DLA Piper is seeking an experienced Practice Management leader in the Washington, DC area with responsibility for matter and financial management, budgeting, WIP, billing, and profitability metrics across partner portfolios.

The role requires 10+ years of law firm experience, a Bachelor's degree (JD preferred), and strong leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills. The position offers a hybrid schedule and opportunities to collaborate with cross-functional teams.