Legal Artificial Intelligence Implementation Analyst

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. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Legal Artificial Intelligence Implementation Analyst position. This position may be filled remotely, or in any of our locations.

The Legal AI Implementation Analyst is responsible for harnessing AI and modern software development practices to transform our legal processes. They will have a balanced blend of legal insight, hands-on coding, development capabilities, and project management prowess. Essential functions include:

Assessment and Analysis:

• Evaluate the firm's existing processes to identify opportunities for AI and software development integration.
• Stay abreast of the latest AI and development tools, particularly as they pertain to the legal sector.
  
  

Technical Implementation:

• Collaborate with IT and legal teams to develop and customize AI applications, focusing on both back-end Azure AI solutions and front-end interfaces.
• Leverage Azure AI tools like Document Intelligence, Azure Cognitive Search, Azure Functions, Azure Blob Storage, and Azure Event Grid, integrating these services with sleek, user-friendly interfaces using React, Node.js, JavaScript, and Bootstrap.
• Ensure seamless system interoperability through API integration, connecting Azure services, legal databases, and external systems with front-end / AI driven applications.
• Oversee the complete development lifecycle for line of business applications (e.g., design, development, user acceptance testing)
• Build and implement AI-powered apps, with experience in platforms like Power Platform (PowerAutomate. PowerApps) Azure, and NetDocuments.
• Design and implement intuitive, responsive user interfaces for AI-powered legal applications, employing best practices in React, Node.js, and Bootstrap.
• Display proficiency in programming languages such as C# (.NET) and Python, specifically for developing solutions within the Azure ecosystem.
• Expertise in database design, development, and management using SQL and NoSQL databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and Cosmos DB, including data modeling and optimization for high-performance applications.
• Knowledge of security best practices, including OAuth, JWT, encryption, and secure coding standards, to safeguard applications and data against vulnerabilities.
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) for creating, deploying, and managing containerized applications, enhancing scalability and deployment efficiency.
• Experience with real-time data handling and messaging systems like WebSocket, SignalR, or MQTT for building interactive, live-updating web applications.
  

Training and Support:

• Design and conduct training for legal staff to maximize the utility of new AI tools and custom applications.
• Offer hands-on technical support, addressing any challenges that arise with the applications.
  
  

Project Management:

• Chart out project roadmaps, including key milestones and deadlines.
• Maintain close communication with all stakeholders, both internal and external to IT, and escalate/remediate issues as needed as part of technical project management duties.
  
  

Continuous Improvement and Development:

• Monitor the operational efficacy of AI tools and custom software, making enhancements as needed.
• Cultivate a culture of innovation, pushing the envelope with new programming methodologies and AI technologies.
  
  

Position Requirements

• Bachelor's or master’s degree in law, Computer Science, Software Development, or a related preferred; or combination of education and commensurate work experience required. A dual background in legal and technical domains is a plus.
• Practical experience in implementing and developing software or AI tools, ideally within the legal sector.
• Hands-on programming experience, with emphasis on building applications and integrations that leverage AI.
• Proficiency in API writing, management, and integration.
• Solid grounding in Power Platform, NetDocuments, and other industry-relevant tools and platforms.
• Acumen in communicating intricate technical specifics to a diverse audience.
• Proven track record of collaboration with IT teams, legal professionals, and third-party vendors.
• A forward-looking, innovative, and problem-solving approach.
• Strong proficiency in programming languages relevant to Azure development, such as C#, Python, or JavaScript/TypeScript.
  
  

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements. The Firm will provide reasonable accommodations as necessary to allow an individual with a disability to apply for and/or perform the essential functions of a position. Please reach out to our HR team to request an accommodation.

Compensation And Benefits

Employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with skill and experience. The exact compensation will vary based on skills, experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. The expected compensation ranges for this position in various states and jurisdictions are as follows:

• State of California: $111,000 - $211,000
• State of Colorado: $102,000 - $182,000
• Jersey City, NJ: $120,000 - $218,000
• State of Massachusetts: $111,000 - $211,000
• State of New York: $103,000 - $223,000
• State of Washington: $107,000 - $204,000
  
  

The above salaries do not include a discretionary bonus, however bonus opportunities are non-guaranteed, and are dependent upon individual and firm performance. Full-time employees receive benefits including: 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; an employee assistance program; Paid Time Off; paid holidays; participation in a retirement plan program after meeting eligibility requirements; and more.

Please include a cover letter and resume when applying.

EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Vet. Principal Applicants Only.