Innovation Attorney – Client Team Enablement

Latham & Watkins

. Support the scoping, design, and delivery of client-specific AI engagements, including workflow development, pilots, workshops, and other collaborative innovation initiatives .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $220,000 - $250,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong practical knowledge of Artificial Intelligence and Legal Technology, with the ability to apply these tools to enhance legal workflows and service delivery. Possesses advanced analytical and problem-solving skills to support complex client engagements from discovery through delivery.

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Artificial IntelligenceGenerative AILegal TechnologyLegal WorkflowsJ.D. or Equivalent

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Hard Skills

AI ApplicationWorkflow DevelopmentSolution DesignImplementation SupportAnalytical Skills

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem-SolvingClient Engagement

Tools & Technologies

AI ToolsAutomation Technologies

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeJ.D. or Equivalent

Industry Keywords

Legal Service DeliveryLaw Firm OperationsConfidentialityInformation SecurityCompliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the scoping, design, and delivery of client-specific AI engagements, including workflow development, pilots, workshops, and other collaborative innovation initiatives
Work with partners, client teams, and clients to identify and assess opportunities to apply AI and legal technology to legal workflows and service delivery
Advise partners and clients on the practical application of AI to legal work, including capabilities, limitations, appropriate use, and required human oversight
Support client opportunities from initial discovery through solution design, testing, implementation, and ongoing support
Connect client needs with the firm’s approved AI, legal technology, automation, and related capabilities
Ensure client-specific AI work is delivered with appropriate quality, documentation, confidentiality, information security, and compliance with firm and client requirements
Identify recurring client needs, successful approaches, and capability gaps, and share insights with the Manager and broader team
Collaborate with Business Development teams to prepare technology-related content for panels, pitches, RFPs, and client discussions
Protect and maintain highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong practical knowledge of artificial intelligence, generative AI, legal technology, and their application to legal service delivery
Strong understanding of legal workflows, law firm operations, and the needs of sophisticated legal clients
Ability to support complex client engagements from discovery through delivery
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
J.D. or equivalent
Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience within a law firm or legal environment
Established interest in and knowledge of legal technology and AI tools, including Generative AI
Some prior experience as a practicing attorney, preferably

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance
Healthcare, life and disability insurance
A generous 401k plan
At least 11 paid holidays per year
PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
Professional development programs
Employee discounts
Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff
Flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence may be available