Practice Innovation Attorney

Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable, and share our clients’ goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee. The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”.   Job Summary The Practice Innovation Attorney will play a pivotal role in advancing the firm’s broader innovation objectives by identifying high-value opportunities to improve legal work, translating practice needs into practical technology- and GenAI-enabled solutions, and leading the adoption of new solutions by attorneys and legal professionals. The role will help shape how emerging technologies are evaluated, developed, and incorporated into legal practice in ways that are practical, scalable, responsible, and aligned with firm priorities. Reporting to the Manager of AI and Innovation, the Practice Innovation Attorney will advise and collaborate with practice group leadership, attorneys, knowledge management professionals, IT, legal engineers, and external vendors to identify opportunities, define requirements, develop and validate solutions, and drive adoption across the firm. The role requires a strong understanding of legal practice, particularly litigation with a preferred focus on Labor & Employment, demonstrated familiarity with legal AI and GenAI tools (e.g., Harvey, Westlaw AI, Lexis+ AI, CoCounsel, or similar platforms), and the ability to translate complex technology capabilities into practical applications for legal professionals. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Practice Discovery and Use-Case Strategy Engage practice leaders, attorneys, and business professionals to identify recurring challenges, inefficiencies, and opportunities for innovation and AI-enabled improvement. Evaluate and prioritize opportunities based on practice value, feasibility, risk, scalability, and alignment with firm priorities. Map current and future-state legal workflows and define practical requirements for selected solutions. Develop recommendations for how GenAI and other emerging technologies can improve legal workflows, client service, and the delivery of legal services. Solution Design and Validation Translate legal and business requirements into clear use cases, workflows, and functional requirements. Partner with legal engineers, knowledge management, IT, and vendors to develop, test, and refine solutions. Design and conduct legal workflow testing, including output review, issue identification, and documentation of appropriate use and…