Legal Technology & AI Attorney - Investment Funds

Gibson Dunn is a leading global law firm, advising clients on significant transactions and disputes. Our exceptional teams craft and deploy creative legal strategies that are meticulously tailored to every matter, however complex or high-stakes. The firm’s work is distinguished by a unique combination of precision and vision.

Based in any U.S. office, the Legal Technology & Artificial Intelligence Attorney Investment Funds will be responsible for supporting the Firm’s Legal Technology and AI initiatives by working closely with the Investment Funds practice group to design, implement, and optimize technology-enabled workflows. This role focuses on evaluating, configuring, and deploying artificial intelligence and legal technology tools that enhance Investment Funds documentation and related fund formation and administration matters, as well as knowledge development.

The attorney collaborates with Investment Funds lawyers, Information Technology, Knowledge Management, and other internal stakeholders to translate Investment Funds practice needs into scalable technology solutions that improve efficiency, accuracy, and client service.

This role reports to the Senior Director & Counsel of Knowledge & AI.

Responsibilities include:

• Partner with the Investment Funds practice group to identify opportunities to improve fund formation, fundraising, investor onboarding, and other Investment Funds workflows through the use of AI and legal technology.
• Design and implement technology-enabled workflows related to Investment Funds documentation, transaction management, and deal execution.
• Evaluate and pilot emerging legal technology and artificial intelligence solutions relevant to the Investment Funds practice, including tools for document analysis, drafting support, document comparison, and generative AI-assisted drafting.
• Develop, test, and refine prompts and prompt frameworks for generative AI systems to support Investment Funds workflows such as document analysis, summarization, drafting, and issue spotting.
• Configure and test AI-powered platforms and Investment Funds technology tools to ensure they meet the needs of attorneys and support high-quality legal work.
• Collaborate with Investment Funds teams to develop standardized approaches for AI-assisted drafting, document review,  analysis, and transaction preparation.
• Work with IT, Information Security, and Knowledge Management teams to ensure that Investment Funds technology tools integrate effectively with the Firm’s systems and comply with Firm policies.
• Assist in the development of governance frameworks and best practices for responsible AI use in Investment Funds matters, including prompt management and quality control procedures.
• Provide training and guidance to Investment Funds attorneys and professional staff on the effective use of legal technology and AI tools.
• Develop internal documentation, playbooks, and best practices related to Investment Funds technology workflows, AI-assisted drafting, and prompt engineering techniques.
• Monitor developments in legal technology and generative AI to identify opportunities to improve Investment Funds efficiency and deal execution.
• Support cross-practice innovation initiatives involving Investment Funds technology, analytics, and AI-enabled drafting workflows.
• Participate in vendor evaluations, product demonstrations, and pilot programs for new Investment Funds technology platforms.

Qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 3–5 years of experience practicing as an Investment Funds attorney with experience including fund formation, sponsor representation, investor negotiations, side letters, and related Investment Funds matters.
• Demonstrated interest in legal technology, innovation, or artificial intelligence applications in Investment Funds practice.
• Familiarity with generative AI tools and prompt engineering concepts, including developing prompts to support drafting, analysis, and summarization tasks.
• Familiarity with document management systems, drafting tools, and Investment Funds workflow platforms.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate Investment Funds processes into technology-enabled solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with attorneys, technologists, and business professionals.
• Experience managing projects or technology implementations in a legal or professional services environment is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple initiatives in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.

Experience:

• Experience evaluating or implementing generative AI tools for drafting, document analysis, and summarization.
• Experience developing prompt libraries, structured prompting workflows, or AI-enabled templates for Investment Funds legal tasks.
• Familiarity with contract analytics tools and AI-assisted drafting platforms.
• Experience developing internal training programs or adoption strategies for new technologies.
• Basic familiarity with technology integrations, APIs, or workflow automation tools used in legal environments.
• Interest in emerging developments in artificial intelligence, legal technology, and technology-enabled Investment Funds practice.

Gibson Dunn will consider for employment qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of local law.

Compensation & Benefits:

The annual compensation range for this position is $250,000 - $300,000. The salary offered within this range will depend upon qualifications and other operational considerations.

Benefits offered for this position include health care; retirement benefits; paid days off, including sick time, and vacation time; parental leave; basic life insurance; Flexible Spending Accounts; as well as discretionary, performance-based bonuses.

The application window will close on Monday, August 17, 2026.

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