Jackson Walker LLP · 1 day ago
Transactional Practice Innovation Lead
Dallas, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expJackson Walker LLP is a law firm seeking a Transactional Practice Innovation Lead responsible for advancing workflow innovation across transactional practices. This role involves partnering with leadership to standardize document families, create systems for drafting efficiency, and implement pilots that enhance operational efficiency and client value.
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Responsibilities
Lead the design, testing, and implementation of workflow innovations for transactional matters from intake through execution
Map and analyze high-volume document families, including NDAs, purchase agreements, credit and security documents, disclosure schedules, and common regulatory forms
Build and maintain clause libraries, playbooks, and standardized review systems that support drafting and negotiation efficiency
Develop playbook-guided drafting and redline workflows that promote consistency and faster approvals
Identify opportunities for process automation and data-enabled drafting within key document types
Design pilots with measurable objectives such as hours per document, variance from playbooks, and partner acceptance rates
Track pilot performance and document results, publishing success metrics and lessons learned
Oversee version control, audit notes, and risk documentation for all transactional workflows
Deliver training, quick-reference guides, and office hours to support adoption across practice groups
Build and maintain a network of practice champions to reinforce change management and sustain adoption
Develop communication plans tied to pilot launches, workflow rollouts, and user feedback
Partner with IT and Security to ensure integration with CLM and document management systems, including access controls and compliance protocols
Work with Research and KM to maintain aligned data models and templates across matter types
Provide client-facing summaries and materials demonstrating efficiency and value improvements when requested
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school preferred
Active license and good standing with a U.S. state bar
8+ years of experience as a transactional attorney or knowledge management professional in Corporate, Finance, or Healthcare practices
Proven experience building clause libraries, playbooks, and process-improvement initiatives leveraging legal technology
Licensed deal lawyer or transactional knowledge management professional with extensive clause library and playbook experience
Demonstrated success implementing process or technology-based improvements for drafting and review efficiency
Strong familiarity with redline workflows, CLM platforms, and data models for core agreement families
Excellent analytical, project management, and communication skills
Proven ability to define and track measurable workflow outcomes and adoption metrics
Preferred
Experience coaching or training attorneys on standardized drafting and review approaches preferred
Exposure to regulatory requirements in healthcare, finance, or immigration matters a plus
Company
Jackson Walker LLP
Jackson Walker is a Texas-based law firm with a national presence and global reach.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Cathy Garza
Partner
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