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About the Role

The Knowledge Attorney will integrate legal practice, technology, and experimentation within the Real Estate Practice Group, focusing on AI and emerging technologies. This role requires a transactional lawyer with an innovator's mindset to design, test, and scale new tools and workflows. The position collaborates across teams to translate technology into practical tools for lawyers and clients, reporting to the Chief Legal Operations Officer and the Sr. Director & Counsel of Knowledge & AI.

Responsibilities

Identify opportunities for AI, automation, and emerging technologies in real estate legal work.
Evaluate, prototype, and implement AI-assisted tools and technology-enabled workflows.
Participate in technology pilots and assessments, including AI-driven research and data analytics.
Collaborate with teams to design practical, user-centered legal tools.
Lead training sessions for attorneys and staff on knowledge systems and AI tools.
Capture feedback for continuous improvement of KM products and technology adoption.
Develop and maintain knowledge management resources for real estate transactions.
Review and update standard templates, forms, and precedents for accuracy and technology suitability.
Ensure technology-enabled outputs reflect current market terms and regulatory realities.
Identify, draft, and maintain guidance materials, playbooks, and reference content.
Serve as a trusted resource for real estate lawyers, providing legal judgment and translating expertise into scalable solutions.

Requirements

Demonstrated passion for AI and emerging technology application in real estate legal practice.
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
Strong initiative and critical-thinking skills, exercising independent judgment in a fast-paced environment.
Creative and strategic thinker, open to experimentation and multiple problem-solving approaches.
Commitment to knowledge-sharing, efficiency, and excellence in legal work, with a focus on client service.
Demonstrated ability to apply legal training to new contexts, including workflow design, tool development, or process improvement.

Skills

Exceptional verbal and written communication.
Effective collaboration with attorneys, technologists, and administrative professionals.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines concurrently.
Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships.
Personal or professional coding or tech-related building experience (highly valued).

Location

Any U.S. office
New York (preferred)

Experience Level

Minimum 4 years of experience in real estate legal practice
Other transactional backgrounds considered

Education Level

J.D., Bachelor of Laws, or equivalent with strong academic credentials
Admitted to practice and in good standing in the state of residence

Salary/Compensations

$250,000 - $290,000

Benefits

Health care
Retirement benefits
Paid days off (sick time, vacation time)
Parental leave
Basic life insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Discretionary, performance-based bonuses

About the Company

Gibson Dunn is a leading global law firm advising clients on significant transactions and disputes.
The firm's teams craft creative legal strategies tailored to complex matters.
Work is distinguished by precision and vision.

Equal Opportunity

Gibson Dunn is committed to equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities.
The firm strives for an inclusive and accessible hiring experience.
Reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities for the application and recruitment process, unless undue hardship, in accordance with applicable laws.
Contact recruiting-accommodations@gibsondunn.com for accommodation requests.