Knowledge Management Attorney - Litigation

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Summary    

The Knowledge Management Attorney will be a member of the Knowledge Department and will work closely with Litigation partners and leadership in the Litigation practice to support the practice’s KM needs and initiatives, including by providing foundational knowledge tools and by optimizing relevant technology solutions.

Location

This position can sit in our New York, Washington DC, Short Hills, Houston, Dallas, Austin, Atlanta, San Francisco, San Diego, Los Angeles, Palo Alto, Baltimore, Northern Virginia, Wilmington, Boston, Chicago, Minneapolis, Miami, Raleigh, Seattle, Philadelphia, or Phoenix office. This position can be remote.

Responsibilities  

•Formulates and regularly assesses, prioritizes and updates the practice’s KM plan with its leadership and partners to support the practice’s strategy, business and legal needs, with regular reports to the Knowledge Department and the practice.

•Curates, creates, updates and/or makes available relevant forms, checklists, precedents and other substantive content for the practice.

•Identifies and summarizes relevant legal, market and industry developments on a timely basis.

•Captures and analyzes market trends and key data points to share with the practice and its clients, including by optimizing our experience database.

•Optimizes collaboration between attorneys and offices through practical communications, including through a content & collaboration page.

•Analyzes, questions and improves workflow processes to facilitate matter management, including through process maps and technology solutions.

•Improves efficiency of the practice by optimizing technology, including through artificial intelligence-based solutions, document automation and data analytics.

•Develops and implements training programs for the practice, both for internal and client-focused purposes.

•Coordinates and oversees other attorneys’ targeted KM contributions.

•Drafts external client alerts and other thought leadership on relevant developments.

•Collaborates with other business groups, including innovation & IT, professional development, business development & marketing and our international knowledge group.

•Functions as an ambassador for the Knowledge department to raise the awareness and highlight the value of the firm’s KM program, increase engagement and use of the KM tools and information resources, including through training, and encourage a knowledge-sharing culture.

•Participates in KM and practice meetings to share best practices in the Knowledge department and the practice.

•Performs such other duties as requested by the Knowledge department and the practice, including working beyond scheduled hours as necessary and occasional travel. 

Desired Skills   

Familiarity with relevant legal technologies is a plus. Superior verbal and written communication skills and meticulous attention to detail. Advanced proficiency in drafting legal documents & related content and in conducting research. Expert knowledge of the typical workflows and needs of attorneys in the practice. Demonstrated project management skills and the ability to analyze and solve problems in an effective and timely matter. Demonstrated passion for KM, technology, innovation and change. Prior litigation experience including business & commercial, product liability, and/or white-collar litigation.

Attorneys with significant experience may be considered for a Knowledge Management Counsel role.

Minimum Education   

• JD

Certificates

• J.D. from ABA accredited law school. Admission to state bar where licensed to practice.

Minimum Years of Experience  

• 5 years experience as an attorney in a law firm. 

Essential Job Expectations   

While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to:   

• Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties;   

• Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner;   

• Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product;   

• Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required;   

• Foster positive work relationships;   

• Comply with all firm policies and practices;   

• Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed;   

• Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.   

Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.   

Physical Demands   

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.   

Work Environment   

• This position can be remote.

Disclaimer   

The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties, requirements, and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firm’s discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process.   

Application Process    

Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process or have any questions about the process, please contact careers@us.dlapiper.com. Please add dlapiper@myworkday.com to your list of safe senders.   

Accommodation   

Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process, please contact careers@us.dlapiper.com.   

Agency applications will not be considered.    

No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.   

The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $215,000 - $250,000 per year depending on the candidate’s geographic market location. The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate’s experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).

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