Innovation Solutions Lawyer

Join Goodwin's Global Operations Team

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.

Innovation Solutions Lawyer

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.

What You Will Do:

• Support the Knowledge & Innovation group in executing the firm's strategy to advance legal practice efficiency and client service delivery through innovative solutions.
• Partner with K&I Lawyers and practice group attorneys to translate legal and business requirements into functional, compliant workflows in firm-approved AI and legal tech platforms.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and feedback sessions with attorneys and paralegals to validate product direction.
• Design workflows, prototypes, and wireframes for digital solutions, working closely with the appropriate K&I and Digital & Technology team members.
• Test and refine digital solutions based on user feedback to ensure they are practice-ready and scalable, serving as the first-line technical lead during pilots and rollouts.
• Document all builds, configurations, and prompts, and define success criteria to ensure responsible AI use and data governance standards are met.
• Develop training materials, documentation, and other user-facing support resources for the digital solutions.
• Monitor performance, analytics, and user adoption to drive continuous improvement.
• Develop and maintain expertise in the firm's core practice applications and generative AI legal technologies.
• Stay current on generative AI and legal technology and industry trends to keep the firm at the forefront of responsible technology use.

Who You Are:

• 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.

Benefits and More

At Goodwin, you will discover your next career opportunity with a rewarding compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement & Savings Plan
• Emergency back-up child and adult care
• Paid vacation, sick time off, and holidays
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities
• Employee recognition and reward programs
• Employee wellness and assistance programs
• Employee discounts and perks

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