Innovation Attorney - Legal Technology

About The Role The Innovation Attorney – Legal Technology is an integral part of Latham’s Technology & Information Services team. This role will act as product owner for assigned legal technology platforms with end-to-end accountability across discovery, piloting, launch, adoption, and ongoing optimization. The role will define and own the product vision, roadmap, and success metrics aligned with firm strategy, attorney needs, and operational priorities. This position is located in our New York office and may accommodate a hybrid flexible schedule. Responsibilities Translate practice group and legal operations requirements into clear product requirements, user stories, and prioritization decisions. Serve as the primary decision‑maker on scope, sequencing, and tradeoffs throughout the product lifecycle, balancing user needs, technical feasibility, vendor capabilities, and strategic value. Define, track, and evaluate key performance indicators (KPIs), adoption metrics, and value realization to guide iteration and investment decisions. Lead horizon‑scanning efforts to identify and assess emerging legal and adjacent technologies while maintaining awareness of the legal technology vendor landscape. Own and coordinate pilot programs and proof‑of‑concept initiatives, including defining success criteria, drafting requirements, evaluating solutions, and managing testing and feedback. Protect and maintain any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains. Qualifications Expertise in horizon scanning and market intelligence, with a strong understanding of legal technology categories and adjacent emerging technologies. Strong product management capabilities, including user personas, user stories, scoping, requirements documentation, roadmap planning, and user testing. Advanced strategic project management skills, including business case development, financial analysis, and return on investment (ROI) modelling. A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in law, business, information systems, or a related field. A Juris Doctor (J.D.). A minimum of five (5) years of experience supporting legal technology and innovation. Benefits & Additional Information Healthcare, life and disability insurance. A generous 401(k) 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 such as 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. Pay Range USD $220,000.00 – USD $250,000.00 /Yr. Equal Opportunity Employment Latham & Watkins is an equal‑opportunity employer. The firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute. #J-18808-Ljbffr Latham & Watkins