Leader, AI and Legal Technology Adoption
full-time•Toronto
About this role
Goodmans LLP is internationally recognized as one of Canada’s leading and most innovative law firms. We offer market leading expertise in M&A, corporate, securities and finance, private equity, real estate, tax, restructuring, litigation and other business-related specialties.
What makes Goodmans a great place to work? Knowing you are part of a team that will ensure you feel valued, connected and supported. We are committed to fostering a dynamic and engaging culture that values diversity, equity and inclusion. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, then this is the place for you. Join us and put yourself in good company!
We are looking for a full-time Leader, AI (Artificial Intelligence) and Legal Technology Adoption. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience practising law, with demonstrated interest or experience in legal technology, innovation and process improvement. Working with the Technology and Knowledge Management teams, you will be involved in the strategic planning, evaluation and selection of AI related tools and platforms and responsible for training and their adoption.
Key Responsibilities:
We’re proud to offer a workplace that’s both supportive and rewarding. When you join our team, you can look forward to:
Goodmans LLP is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects different abilities, backgrounds, beliefs, experiences, identities and perspectives. Goodmans LLP invites applications from all qualified candidates. For applicants with disabilities requiring accommodation at any point in the recruitment process, please contact [email protected].
What makes Goodmans a great place to work? Knowing you are part of a team that will ensure you feel valued, connected and supported. We are committed to fostering a dynamic and engaging culture that values diversity, equity and inclusion. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, then this is the place for you. Join us and put yourself in good company!
We are looking for a full-time Leader, AI (Artificial Intelligence) and Legal Technology Adoption. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience practising law, with demonstrated interest or experience in legal technology, innovation and process improvement. Working with the Technology and Knowledge Management teams, you will be involved in the strategic planning, evaluation and selection of AI related tools and platforms and responsible for training and their adoption.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with Goodmans lawyers to identify challenges and opportunities for workflow transformation using generative AI to enhance legal services and operations.
- Play a key role along with Technology and Knowledge Management in determining the best AI tools and platforms for Goodmans.
- Support the development of business cases related to the acquisition, deployment and implementation of AI and other legal technologies.
- Advocate for responsible AI use in the provision of legal services and operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory, governance and ethical standards.
- Serve as a subject matter expert and primary point of contact for all AI-related matters.
- Design, test and implement AI-driven document drafting, research, extraction and analysis workflows.
- Develop prompts, precedents and playbooks tailored to practice group needs.
- Deliver AI focused education to lawyers, law clerks and law students through section meetings, large- and small-scale training sessions and one-on-one consultations as needed.
- A law degree and active bar membership with 3+ years of experience practising law.
- Demonstrated experience or interest in legal technology, innovation and workflow process improvement.
- Strong understanding of and interest in generative AI concepts, legal technology platforms and tools and technology adoption.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strategic thinking and change management skills.
- Analytical mindset with a passion for problem-solving and continuous improvement.
We’re proud to offer a workplace that’s both supportive and rewarding. When you join our team, you can look forward to:
- Competitive compensation that recognizes the value you bring to our team;
- Comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, retirement savings, vacation and additional perks; and
- Continuous learning and professional development opportunities to support with your growth and career goals.
Goodmans LLP is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects different abilities, backgrounds, beliefs, experiences, identities and perspectives. Goodmans LLP invites applications from all qualified candidates. For applicants with disabilities requiring accommodation at any point in the recruitment process, please contact [email protected].
What you'll do
- The Leader will collaborate with lawyers to identify workflow transformation opportunities using generative AI and support the development of business cases for AI and legal technology. They will also serve as a subject matter expert and deliver AI-focused education to staff.
About Goodmans LLP
Goodmans LLP is recognized internationally as one of Canada's premier transaction law firms because our lawyers and clients are industry leaders. Our lawyers excel in their fields to help clients excel in theirs – both ensuring ever-higher levels of service and business success. Further, we offer a unique combination of skills – spanning business law and litigation; public and private; tradition and innovation.
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