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Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP · 5 months ago

Legal Technologist

Houston, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$115K/yr - $150K/yr

3+ years exp

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is a leading law firm seeking a Legal Technologist to support and configure legal technology tools that enhance efficiency and client value. The role involves collaborating with attorneys to optimize technology solutions and ensuring that tools are user-friendly and effective for legal workflows.

Law Practice

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Configure, customize, and maintain legal technology and genAI solutions (e.g. document and workflow automation systems, client collaboration portals and eDiscovery platforms)

Design and build templates, forms, workflows, rule sets, and user interfaces in support of legal practice needs

Translate business and legal requirements into system configurations and workflows

Conduct testing and QA for platform updates, enhancements, or integrations

Provide technical support and troubleshooting for legal technology tools and systems

Serve as a system administrator or power user for key platforms, managing user permissions, troubleshooting issues, and coordinating with vendors and IT as needed

Ensure ongoing maintenance, updates, and optimization of systems

Document configurations, standards, and change management processes

Collaborate with attorneys and paralegals to identify and address technological needs and challenges

Train users on use of tools and provide basic end-user support for "how to" questions

Stay informed of emerging trends in legal technology, automation, AI, and digital transformation

Proactively suggest improvements to processes and tools that support client delivery and internal efficiency

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Legal technology configurationTechnical supportProject managementMicrosoft 365 proficiencyPower Platform experienceE-discovery knowledgeData mappingAgile certificationScripting familiarityAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsProblem-solving ability

Required

Bachelor's degree – required

3–5+ years of experience in a legal technologist, configuration engineer, legal operations, or legal IT role

Hands-on experience configuring at least two legal tech platforms (e.g., Relativity One, HighQ, eBrevia, Avvoka, Opus 2)

Proficient with Microsoft 365 services, including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, and Teams

Basic to intermediate experience with Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate)

Project management skills with ability to multi-task among multiple time-sensitive matters

Working knowledge of industry standard tools related to handling and processing ESI for document review and production

Ability to parse and edit industry standard load files associated with e-discovery and document review platforms

Strong technical skills including: Data mapping, form design, field logic, workflow and process automation, user interface configuration, testing and QA best practices

Candidate must be a self-starter and have excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills

Excellent ability to write product documentation, e.g., user stories, training materials, and/or release notes

Excellent verbal & written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of executives, managers, and subject matter experts

Adapt well to changing priorities and maintain composure during stressful situations due to workload and/or deadlines

Ability to respond to situations as they arise with minimal supervision

Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving ability

Experience working both independently and in a team oriented, collaborative environment

Preferred

Agile or Scrum certification is a plus

Familiarity with APIs, scripting, or low-code/no-code tools is a plus

Company

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is one of the world’s leading international law firms.

Founded in 1884

New York, NY, US

1001-5000 employees

http://www.simpsonthacher.com

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