Make a real impact on a global scale. At Goodwin, we work with some of the world's most successful and innovative investors, entrepreneurs and disruptors in the life sciences, private equity, real estate, technology and financial industries, and where they converge. As part of the Global Operations Team – all business professionals at the firm – you'll collaborate with colleagues from varied backgrounds and experiences, fostering an environment where cross-functional learning, networking, and collaboration are at the core of what we do. Here, we're not just supporting a law firm; we're partnering with attorneys and clients to deliver cutting-edge solutions in high-stakes litigation and dispute resolution, world-class regulatory compliance and advisory services, and complex transactions. Our commitment to integrity, ingenuity, agility, and ambition drives us, and we're proud to have been recognised as the "Best Business Team" by The American Lawyer. This is your opportunity to grow professionally in a dynamic, global environment, surrounded by forward-thinking peers.
The Innovation Solutions Lawyer is a member of the Knowledge & Innovation team, working at the intersection of law, technology, and process design to transform how legal work is performed and legal services are delivered. They are a former practicing attorney with big-law litigation experience who brings legal judgment, creativity, and technical fluency to build governed, practice-ready solutions. They will work closely with the K&I Lawyers, practice groups, developers and other Digital & Technology members to design, build, and deploy solutions that elevate and expedite the performance of legal tasks and delivery of legal services.
Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school required.
A minimum of 4 years prior experience in a litigation/disputes/investigations practice in a large law firm or inhouse legal department.
Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, or a related analytical field is advantageous in addition to legal qualifications.
2+ years of experience in legal technology, product implementation, consulting, or AI-enabled workflows preferred.
Familiarity with low-code/no-code platforms (e.g., Power Automate, Copilot Studio) a plus.
Experience or strong familiarity with Generative AI tools, prompt engineering, their application in legal workflows, and related ethical/usage considerations required.
Skills and experience with SharePoint, Microsoft Excel, Teams, Box, iManage, Tableau (or QlikView, Microsoft Power BI) and Microsoft Office.
Proven ability to apply legal reasoning and judgment to technology-enabled workflows; comfortable engaging directly with partners and lawyers at all levels on practice-specific requirements.
Strong understanding of large law firm workflows and professional obligations; able to translate legal reasoning into structured, technology-driven processes.
Professional maturity, initiative, and intellectual agility; a self-starter who contributes ideas and takes ownership of outcomes.
Experience configuring automation, workflow, or AI tools in a professional services setting.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with comfort engaging lawyers and technologists.
Strong technical aptitude and ability to learn new applications.
Strong interpersonal skills, customer orientation, and ability to influence across teams and practice groups and communicate effectively with all levels of the firm in a professional manner.
Project management skills and ability to manage multiple initiatives concurrently.
Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize and execute tasks, multitask and meet deadlines.
Ability to effectively manage work to high quality standards, with a meticulous eye for detail.
Accountable, assumes responsibility for quality and timeliness of his/her work.
Within scope of position, works independently using sound judgment.
Ability to work collaboratively with members of the Knowledge & Innovation team, technical staff, and users at the firm.
Willingness to travel and work flexible hours as needed.
At Goodwin, you will discover your next career opportunity with a rewarding compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including:
This position is eligible for overtime: No. The Target Salary Range For This Position Varies By Location And Is Commensurate With Relevant Experience: $200,000.00 - $250,000.00