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Reed Smith LLP

Innovation Lawyer – Litigation - (Hybrid Schedule) - Open to any U.S. Offices

Reed Smith LLP, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383

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Innovation Lawyer – Litigation (Hybrid Schedule) – Open to any U.S. Offices Join Reed Smith LLP as an Innovation Lawyer in Litigation. This hybrid role supports the firm’s use of generative AI and legal technologies across litigation practice.

Position Summary The Innovation Lawyer – Litigation will work closely with attorneys to identify high‑impact opportunities for AI‑enabled solutions that improve efficiency, consistency, and client service. As a member of the Innovation Department, you will design and scale practice‑specific workflows, contribute to knowledge management initiatives, support strategic planning, and help drive adoption of emerging tools.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Partner with litigation attorneys to identify and implement high‑value applications of generative AI and other innovative technology.

Design, promote, and scale AI‑enabled workflows in collaboration with colleagues across the Innovation Department.

Gather feedback, assess needs, and identify opportunities to streamline core litigation activities such as legal research, brief drafting, motion practice, e‑discovery, fact development, and knowledge management.

Participate in practice group management teams and technology‑focused working groups, leading or supporting pilots of emerging AI solutions.

Support knowledge management by using AI to make knowledge more accessible and scalable, including a process for attorneys to collect, extract, review, and store material.

Serve as a conduit between the Innovation Department and Reed Smith Legal Solutions on matters affecting litigation attorneys.

Develop and deliver practice‑aligned onboarding, training, and communications to build confidence, reduce friction, and drive adoption of new tools.

Act as a change champion through ongoing engagement, coaching, and reinforcement with attorneys and group leaders.

Support Innovation Department strategy and budgeting functions in collaboration with attorneys.

Serve as a subject‑matter resource on generative AI solutions for litigation, evaluating impact and supporting effective adoption.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education: J.D. from an ABA‑accredited law school or an equivalent law degree from a non‑U.S. institution.

Minimum five (5) years of experience as a litigation attorney in a law firm, or as an innovation attorney focused on litigation practices.

Experience designing or implementing practice‑specific workflows, training, or change initiatives that improve efficiency and client service.

Experience working with generative AI or legal technology tools in support of litigation practices.

Law firm experience preferred.

Skills

Ability to translate litigation‑focused legal experience into practical, AI‑enabled solutions.

Proficiency in communicating and presenting complex ideas to diverse audiences.

Adaptability to evolving technologies and client needs.

Sound judgment and discretion in dynamic and complex environments.

Highly organized, capable of managing multiple priorities and competing deadlines.

Flexible and adaptable, thriving in a fast‑paced environment.

Skills in critical thinking and strategic decision‑making under pressure.

Client‑ and stakeholder‑centric approach with a track record of building productive relationships.

Ability to synthesize complex legal, technical, and business information for effective decision‑making.

Other Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Equipment: Personal computer and standard office equipment.

Essential Job Functions

Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and perform prolonged computer use.

Use computers, telecommunications, and digital collaboration tools.

Effective communication skills.

Work long days as required to meet project or business needs.

Travel for meetings and training as required.

Flexibility to adjust working hours, including early starts, to support collaboration with international stakeholders.

In‑office work as required.

Working Conditions You will be required to work in the office at a minimum of 4 days per week.

Pay Ranges Actual pay may vary based on location and experience.

Pittsburgh, GSP, Houston, Atlanta: $178,000 – $232,000

Chicago, Philadelphia: $191,000 – $248,000

Tysons, Princeton, Washington, DC: $203,000 – $265,000

NYC, Los Angeles, Century City: $212,000 – $274,000

San Francisco: $223,000 – $290,000

Employee Benefits Overview

401(k) Retirement Plan

Medical Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Virtual Health Services

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Accident Insurance

Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Life Insurance

Short‑Term Disability Coverage

Long‑Term Disability Coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Lyra Health Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Family Leave (eligible Exempt and Non‑Exempt staff)

College Savings Plan

Transportation Benefit

Back‑up Child Care Services

College Coach Program

Pet Insurance

Paid Sick Time (Exempt staff)

Paid Time Off (full‑time, non‑temporary employees)

Equal Opportunity Employment Reed Smith is an Equal Opportunity Employer with Core Values of Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork & Respect, Innovation, and Impact. The firm provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with law, including in the application and interview process.

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