Knowledge Management & Innovation Attorney (Labor & Employment) at Husch Blackwell | Kansas City, Nebraska, USA | Rezi

Knowledge Management & Innovation Attorney (Labor & Employment) at Husch Blackwell

Knowledge Management & Innovation Attorney (Labor & Employment)

Husch Blackwell · Kansas City, Nebraska, USA

2 months ago

Knowledge Management & Innovation Attorney (Labor & Employment)

Husch Blackwell · Kansas City, Nebraska, USA

2 months ago
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About the Role

The Knowledge Management & Innovation (KMI) Attorney drives business transformation and operational efficiency by developing and implementing innovative solutions that align with the firm’s strategic objectives. This role focuses on optimizing client service delivery, streamlining business processes, and fostering the adoption of technology across the Labor & Employment Practice Service Center (PSC). The KMI Attorney acts as a key liaison between the PSC, the Knowledge Management (KM) team, and firm leadership to identify and address complex business challenges, facilitate cross-functional collaboration, and deliver impactful legal technology solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary KM and Innovation liaison to the Labor & Employment PSC.
  • Lead and advise the PSC in identifying opportunities for technology-driven improvements and process optimization.
  • Act as a subject matter expert, fostering collaboration between KM, IT, and practice teams to evaluate and implement innovative solutions, including AI tools.
  • Identify, assess, and pilot new and existing legal technology tools based on PSC needs.
  • Prototype and demonstrate technology solutions, including AI and document automation platforms.
  • Capture and relay user feedback to enhance KM solutions and drive continuous improvement.
  • Champion technology adoption and positive organizational change, ensuring successful project delivery.
  • Support pilots, beta tests, and business development initiatives to promote the firm’s KM program and innovative practices.
  • Develop and deliver training, workshops, and support materials to drive user engagement and adoption.
  • Vet, plan, and execute KM and innovation projects, ensuring alignment with firm goals and ROI.
  • Document, track, and report on project progress in collaboration with the KM Project Management Team.
  • Monitor legal technology trends and participate in relevant firm and industry events.
  • Develop and refine document automation prototypes, ensuring integration with databases and user-friendly interfaces.
  • Implement customization features and feedback mechanisms for continuous tool improvement.
  • Conduct live demonstrations, pilot programs, and share success stories to illustrate value and drive adoption of KM developed tools, AI tools, and other legal technology collaborations.

Requirements

  • J.D. and a 4-year degree in a relevant field required.
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience as a practicing attorney or in KM/innovation within professional services.
  • Proven experience with legal technology, project management, and business planning.
  • Demonstrated ability to work on cross-functional teams and drive organizational change.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and communicate complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive and innovative mindset.

Skills

  • Legal technology
  • Project management
  • Business planning
  • AI tools
  • Document automation platforms
  • Change management
  • Communication
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Problem-solving

Location

  • Remote
  • California
  • Colorado
  • Illinois
  • Maryland
  • Massachusetts
  • Minnesota
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • New York
  • Vermont
  • Washington
  • Washington, D.C.

Work Type

  • Remote
  • Full-time

Experience Level

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience

Education Level

  • J.D.
  • 4-year degree

Salary/Compensations

  • State of California: $151,000 - $308,000
  • State of Colorado: $139,000 - $248,000
  • State of Illinois: $136,000 - $265,000
  • State of Maryland: $146,000 - $222,000
  • State of Massachusetts: $151,000 - $289,000
  • State of Minnesota: $151,000 - $250,000
  • Jersey City, NJ: $164,000 - $297,000
  • State of New York: $141,000 - $304,000
  • State of Vermont: $149,000 - $286,000
  • State of Washington: $146,000 - $278,000
  • Washington, D.C.: $195,000 - $286,000

Benefits

  • Medical and dental coverage
  • Life insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • Pre-tax flexible spending account for certain medical and dependent care expenses
  • Employee assistance program
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid holidays
  • Participation in a retirement plan program after meeting eligibility requirements

About the Company

  • Husch Blackwell LLP is a full-service litigation and business law firm with multiple locations across the United States, serving clients with domestic and international operations.
  • At Husch Blackwell we believe that diverse, equitable and inclusive teams lead to better outcomes. Husch Blackwell is committed to retaining, recruiting, developing, and promoting talented lawyers and business professionals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We foster an engaged, diverse, and inclusive team culture of accountability and purpose that makes our Firm and our communities better.
  • Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation.

Equal Opportunity

  • EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Vet.