AI Services Attorney

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 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Services Attorney is an integral part of Latham’s AI vision. This role will be responsible for operationalizing AI-powered solutions to support case teams throughout the full lifecycle of a matter—from client outreach through trial and appeal or deal closing—while partnering with attorneys across practice groups to identify areas where AI support could improve efficiency, clarity, or speed of execution. This role will be located in either our Austin, San Diego, Orange County, or our Global Services Office in Downtown Los Angeles. 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:Serving as a dedicated resource for litigation or transactional attorneys seeking AI support, offering responsive, high-touch assistance with prompt design, refinement, and execution tailored to specific litigation or transactional tasksAssisting litigation or transactional practice groups in adopting AI-enabled workflows through proactive outreach and hands-on support—developing and executing AI prompts that align with case strategy, matter objectives, and jurisdictional nuancesWorking collaboratively across practice groups to gather feedback, assess needs, and identify new opportunities for specialized AI-driven support Standardizing and scaling successful AI solutions across litigation or transactional practice groups in close collaboration with the firm’s Innovation Attorneys and other Technology and Information Services stakeholders, as well as with the firm's practice group and global leadershipActively participating in technology-related working groups, interdisciplinary practice group management teams, prompting support cohorts, and emerging technology pilots, while collaborating with the Innovation Attorneys to prepare and deliver technology presentations and trainings related to creative and practical uses for AI in litigation practice, and assisting in the development of web content that highlights strategies for leveraging AI throughout each litigation phaseProtecting 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:Demonstrate outstanding communication skills, both written and verbalExhibit a demonstrated ability to think creatively and provide strategic support to firm leadershipPossess extensive knowledge of the concepts and principles of artificial intelligence as it relates to legal mattersThrive in a service-oriented enviornment, bringing responsiveness, reliability, and a proactive mindset to support litigators and cross-functional teamsAnd have:A minimum of five (5) years of experience in a law firm as an innovation and/or practicing litigation or transactional attorney Demonstrated interest in legal technology, innovation, and/or AI tools, and experience in prompt design or AI project work, preferablyA JD degree from an American Bar Association (ABA)-accredited law schoolAdmission to a relevant U.S. state bar 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 insuranceA generous 401k planAt least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenureWell-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more) Professional development programsEmployee discountsAffinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staffLatham & 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.Please click here to view the full job description for this role.Latham & Watkins LLP will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO)​. Please click the link below to review the Ordinance.Pleaseclick hereto review your rights under U.S. employment laws. #MidSenior #LI-JN1 Pay Range USD $220,000.00 - USD $250,000.00 /Yr. Job SummaryLocation : Location: US-CA-Los AngelesAdditional Location(s): US-TX-Austin | US-CA-Costa Mesa | US-CA-San DiegoDepartment: Litigation ServicesWork Arrangement: HybridPosted Min Pay Rate: USD $220,000.00/Yr.Posted Max Pay Rate: USD $250,000.00/Yr.Position Type: Full-TimeJob ID: 2025-4228