Knowledge Management Lawyer (US AI / Copyright Litigation)

About Latham & Watkins:

Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture. If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong.

About the Role:

The Knowledge Management Lawyer (US AI / Copyright Litigation) is an integral part of Latham’s Knowledge Management team. This role will be responsible for managing the creation, organization, and delivery of substantive knowledge assets for Latham’s AI and Copyright Litigation Practice (the “Practice”), while, in coordination with the Practice Chairs, and with assistance from attorneys in the Practice, monitoring current legal, regulatory, and market practice developments for the Practice, as well as championing the adoption of AI tools and innovative technology across all aspects of the team’s work. This role will be located in either our New York, Washington, D.C., or San Francisco office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence. 

Responsibilities & Qualifications:

Other key responsibilities include:

• Identifying, collecting, and organizing work product for the Practice, including anonymizing work product for copyright- and AI-related guidance
• Monitoring, tracking, organizing, and assimilating activity across AI and copyright cases, regulations, and regulatory actions
• Drafting and maintaining frequently used client-facing materials
• Drafting and maintaining internal “best-of” and “best-practice” resources
• Developing substantive training materials and providing substantive training to attorneys, as well as more general training on KM resources
• Responding to queries regarding and supporting AI and copyright lawyers in connection with client and industry engagement
• Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains 
  

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Possess substantive knowledge of or a demonstrated interest in copyright law and/or AI-related litigation
• Exhibit the ability to work independently and deliver on a timely basis
• Demonstrate well-developed and professional interpersonal skills, and the ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels of the firm

 

And have:

• A JD or equivalent
• A minimum of five (5) years of relevant law firm experience as a qualified practicing attorney in a leading international law firm

Benefits & Additional Information:

Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes:

 

• Healthcare, life and disability insurance
• A generous 401k plan
• At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a 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

 

Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.

 

 

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Pay Range: USD $270,000.00 - USD $290,000.00 /Yr.