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Cooley is seeking a Event Planning Manager to join the Marketing and Business Development team. The Event Planning Manager will manage all aspects of external events, from planning and development to execution and post-event follow-up, in collaboration with the events team, lawyers and other support departments. In addition, the Event Planning Manager will manage and oversee daily administrative operations of the direct reports. Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Position responsibilities: Plan, organize and implement marketing events hosted and/or sponsored by Cooley, ensuring exceptional attendee experiences and maximum ROI Serve as the primary point of contact leading each assigned event Represent Cooley on-site at events, as necessary Manage virtual events using Zoom Collaborate with Marketing and Business Development team members on event strategy/goals and materials Determine creative, cost-effective approaches for all events and provide detailed implementation proposals to event team members or attorneys Research all aspects of events (venues, timing, housing, catering, transportation, registration, entertainment, decoration, billing, communications/invitations, RSVPs, room blocks, name badges, food and beverage, room set-up, speakers, AV, production and handouts, off-site activities, giveaways, shipping, branding, etc.) according to internal client needs, including price comparison and site inspections Research, solicit proposals from, and conduct site visits and inspections of potential event properties, including hotels and resorts, restaurants, bar/lounges, and special event spaces. Prepare visual presentations and/or cost-comparison spreadsheets of venue recommendations, as requested Negotiate contracts for venues, caterers, and other vendors and suppliers, working closely with the firm's internal contract review team to ensure compliance Conduct post-event evaluations, including client and participant satisfaction and ROI Create and manage budgets of varying sizes, tracking and demonstrating ROI Work in collaboration with various Cooley departments (i.e., Technology, Facilities, Catering) to execute events Establish event design and staging (i.e., media needs, lighting, audio-visual) and event agenda (i.e., speaker order, breaks, meals) as well as shipping of event materials if off-site Use Salesforce to run reports, manage lists, and track RSVPs, attendance, follow-up, etc. Provide planning and RSVP updates, Salesforce “who-knows-whom” reports and identify appropriate event follow-up activities to maximize business development potential Develop and manage event timelines, communicating deadlines and assignments to marketing business professionals and consultants, as necessary Work with in-house design business professionals to develop creative and compelling event themes Work with in-house communications team to develop social media and PR/press plans to leverage and promote relevant events Utilize data from past events to enact changes to improve future results Build and maintain an international network of other event planners and third-party resources Manage relationships with trade organizations, conference organizers and other third-party partners Function as main point of contact between Cooley and these relationships Ensure relevant events are posted to the firm's website, internal calendar, etc. Implement best practices, policies and workflow procedures to ensure the efficient and effective execution of all events Work with in-house digital marketing team to build and send invitations and other collateral with the firm's email marketing system (Pardot). Run reports, track distribution, etc. Manage and assign tasks to on-site business professionals, which may include other members of the marketing department, other Cooley business professionals, or vendors/consultants Work with organizations that approve CLE, CDP, and other professional education credits for course accreditation Serve as direct supervisor and mentor to direct reports Provide day-to-day supervision of direct reports, ensure compliance with assigned work hours and monitor for compliance with all firm and department policies. Manage staffing coverage, review and process time logs/time off requests Support business professional development and continued educational opportunities In collaboration with immediate supervisor and CN HR, participate in hiring, performance appraisals, counseling, termination and other employee lifecycle events All other duties as assigned or required Skills and experience: Required: After orientation at Cooley LLP, exhibit proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, iManage and other firm applications Ability to work extended and/or weekend hours, as required Ability to travel, as required 5+ years of event management experience Experience running virtual events; highly proficient in Zoom Preferred: Bachelor's degree with preference of business, communication, marketing or related field Experience in planning multiple high-level, logistically complicated events simultaneously Experience with vendor contract negotiations, particularly hotels and catering Familiarity with legal services provided by a full-service corporate law firm and needs/expectations of their clients Supervisory experience Competencies: Highly capable and able to work closely and collaboratively within a team Excellent verbal/written/interpersonal communication skills in various situations (small/large group, one-on-one) Ability to work well with others and develop professional relationships with department members, attorneys and vendors to inspire their trust and confidence Self-motivator with high energy level and enthusiasm towards activities and goals Ability to work well under pressure within a deadline-driven environment Excellent organizational skills & detail-oriented while multi-tasking Cooley offers a competitive compensation and excellent benefits package and is committed to fair and equitable employment practices. EOE. The expected annual pay range for this position with a full-time schedule is $115,000 - $145,000. Please note that final offer amount will be dependent on geographic location, applicable experience and skillset of the candidate. We offer a full range of elective benefits including medical, health savings account (with applicable medical plan), dental, vision, health and/or dependent care flexible spending accounts, pre-tax commuter benefits, life insurance, AD&D, long-term care coverage, backup care for children and/or adults and other parental support benefits. In addition to elective benefit options, benefited employees receive firm-paid life insurance, AD&D, LTD, short term medical benefits as well as 20 days of Paid Time Off (“PTO”) and 10 paid holidays each year. We provide generous parental leave and fertility benefits. New employees will attend a detailed benefit orientation to learn more about our many benefits and resources.

Fenwick & West's Securities Litigation Group handles a wide range of civil, criminal and regulatory matters for its corporate and individual clients. In the civil arena, we represent issuers (including Fortune 100 and leading technology and life science companies) and their directors and officers in securities class actions, derivative suits, merger litigation and other civil actions arising from securities-related disputes. Fenwick also has an active investigations, regulatory, and government enforcement practice. This includes representing audit and special committees in connection with internal investigations related to allegations of accounting fraud, whistleblower claims, or alleged violations of anti-bribery and anti-money laundering laws. It also includes defending companies and individuals in connection with DOJ, SEC and state attorney general investigations and regulatory proceedings. We provide an unrivaled platform for associates eager to be on the front lines, learning to litigate on behalf of some of the world's most cutting‑edge technology and life sciences companies and handle complex investigatory and regulatory matters. Job Description Fenwick & West is seeking a Securities Litigation Associate to join our Washington, D.C. office, focusing on government enforcement, investigations and crisis management. The ideal candidate will have at least four (4+) years of relevant litigation experience, along with demonstrated interest and background in government enforcement and internal investigations. Experience with congressional inquiries and crisis management strongly preferred. Superior academic credentials and excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills are a must. Candidates must be admitted to the Washington, D.C. Bar or be eligible to sit for or waive into the next bar exam. Benefits and Compensation Details At Fenwick, we believe that our partners and employees are our most important asset. Helping you and your families achieve and maintain good health - physical, emotional, and financial - is the reason we offer a comprehensive benefit program. We provide benefits to eligible employees under plans such as Healthcare, Life Insurance, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Wellbeing. The anticipated range for this position is: $310,000 - $445,000 Depending on the role, the actual base salary offered may depend upon a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. A discretionary bonus for eligible employees may also be available based on performance. Additional information about employee eligibility for benefits and discretionary bonus will be made available upon request. #J-18808-Ljbffr

The Billing Specialist assists attorneys with the preparation of bills for clients, ensuring that the client bills are processed timely and in accordance with the client agreement. The Billing Specialist answers billing questions and researches billing related issues, prepares and distributes billing proformas, invoices, and billing related reports. The Billing Specialist acts as the billing adviser to attorneys and the legal secretaries, ensuring that all transactions are recorded according to accounting standards. The Billing Specialist regularly collaborates with other accounting departments, including ebilling, Accounts Receivable, Cash Applications, Cost Recovery, Pricing, Client Arrangements, Accounts Payable and Revenue Management, to help minimize any financial exposure to the Firm. Duties and Responsibilities Performs daily billing activities to support partners, attorneys, and clients. Responsibilities include but are not limited to Proforma generation and edits, creating timecard summaries, updating matter and Timekeeper rates, and running client reports at the request of the partners and attorneys. Ensure timeliness, accuracy, and acceptance of invoices on a monthly basis. Follow up with Billing partners and others in order to resolve client billing issues and ensure invoices are approved and billed. Understands and ensures correct implementation of client Outside Counsel Guidelines and fee terms. Ensures electronic invoices are processed accurately and efficiently. Timely resolves any rejections or reductions of electronic invoices. Demonstrates professional and developed communication skills. Ability to deal professionally and courteously with partners, attorneys, legal secretaries, accounting staff, vendors and clients of the Firm while observing confidentiality of client and Firm matters. Must be highly detail-oriented with the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Other duties as assigned. Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. If an estimated salary range for this role is available, it will be provided in our Target Salary Range section. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits. Target Salary Range $85,000 - $111,000 if located in Washington D.C. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities (Duties) above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email ************************** (current employees should contact Human Resources). Education and/or Experience: Required: Bachelor's degree or a minimum of two years of related experience Proficiency in MS Word and Excel Understanding of general accounting principles as they apply to Billings and A/R Excellent math aptitude Preferred: Previous law firm experience Implementation of, or exposure to various client billing agreements Experience with electronic billing and electronic billing vendors Experience with 3E and ebilling Hub Other Skills and Abilities: The following will also be required of the successful candidate: Strong organizational skills Strong attention to detail Good judgment Strong interpersonal communication skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion Able to work under pressure Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer #LI-Hybrid #LI-EC1

White & Case is an elite global law firm serving leading companies, financial institutions and governments worldwide. Our long history as an international firm means we are placed to help our clients resolve their most complex legal challenges wherever they may be. With lawyers operating from over 40 locations, working in virtually every country of the world, we have invested heavily in building a high-quality full-service practice competing at the top of the market. We are distinguished by our on-the-ground presence in the world's key financial markets and our strengths in handling complex cross-border work. It's not just about our global network of offices; it's the global interconnectedness of the Firm that our people, and our clients, value most. We work well together across geographic and practice boundaries. We attract and retain cross-border work. Our lawyers are globally minded, enterprising, collaborative and committed to excellence. Our people represent 90 nationalities and speak 80 languages. Our Global Technology Services Team Technology at White & Case plays a key role in enabling our lawyers in practicing law around the world. Our team comprises three functions: Business Services - who maintains, develops and supports our enterprise systems, Operations - who designs, builds and supports our communications and data center operations, and Technology Support - who provides desktop, audio visual and training support. Together we support our lawyers with leading edge technology and systems to deliver elite legal and best-in-class client service. Globally-minded, our team covers a range of technical disciplines and business skill sets. This encompasses business analysts, data architects, application developers and engineering staff covering a range of technologies that include virtualization, cloud, networking, storage, collaboration services and security. We deploy the latest technology and hardware within our state-of-the-art offices. Our technical support staff support and train our people on the latest hardware and operating systems, remote working capabilities and mobile devices. Our Shared Services centers deliver Service Desk and Operations functions that support our colleagues and monitor Firm systems 24 x 7. Working closely with our business services colleagues to support the Firm's Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, and Knowledge systems, the Technology Department is at the heart of the Firm's global operations. Position Summary The Specialist, Audio Visual Event Services is a member of the Technology Support team of the Technology Department. The primary responsibilities of the Specialist, Audio Visual Event Services include: 1. Work closely with the team to set up and support meetings, events and other multi-media activities in the office and virtually. 2. Serve as an expert of meeting and collaboration tools-including Webex, Jabber, content sharing, digital recording, WebRTC, and Cisco scheduling. 3. Set up conference room technology for scheduled and ad hoc audio and video meetings. 4. Answer technical questions to meeting organizers, set up and distribute links (Webex, Zoom, etc.) for upcoming virtual meetings, support rehearsals and meetings in the office and virtually. 5. Show and guide Firm members and clients how to use Firm meeting tools such as Webex, audio conferencing, Cisco Jabber, content sharing, and alike. 6. Assist the AV lead and the team in scheduling and assigning team resources to meeting support requests, as needed. 7. Provide on-call support when required. 8. Help perform system quality checks to promptly correct audio visual technical issues before meetings and Firm events. Support Firm events by setting up, maintaining and/or removing AV equipment. 9. Monitor and follow up support requests submitted to the AV team via email, Jabber and ServiceNow. 10. Help troubleshoot, repair or escalate issues related to our integrated AV systems. 11. Use RRS and TMS systems, and other Firm systems, to ensure AV requests, reports, follow ups and activities are timely maintained and recorded. As a member of the Technology Support team, the Specialist, Audio Visual Event Services will collaborate with colleagues on technical support, including: 12. Supporting hardware, software, mobile devices and other peripherals. 13. Monitor the call queue from our internal ticketing system (Service Desk) and record, track and close service incidents promptly. 14. Take ownership of technical problems and resolve the issue. 15. Assist the team with technology equipment moves to support internal office relocations. 16. Work closely with team colleagues to keep them informed of technical issues, follow-ups, escalations and resolutions. The Specialist, Audio Visual Event Services is to be client-service driven and able to professionally communicate, engage, follow up and collaborate with Technology managers and colleagues, lawyers and other business services teams. The individual is to cultivate positive and collaborate relationships with the team, the Firm and clients. Technical Qualifications * Knowledge and experience with meeting tools such as Webex, Jabber, content sharing and digital recording (or their equivalent). Knowledge and experience with WebRTC, Cisco scheduling and bridging, and TMS and room reservation systems, are preferred. * Experience working with and handling audio visual equipment. * Knowledge and experience with Control Systems, DSPs, Audio Distribution, Touch Panels and Virtual TPs, Cisco Codecs & Infrastructure AV equipment. * ITIL Foundation certification or practical experience of ITIL is desirable. * Knowledge of the following would be advantageous: * Hands-on experience in desk side troubleshooting * Application support experience with Microsoft Office 2017 and Windows 7, Citrix, Cisco AnyConnect, BlackBerry Work, iManage and SharePoint. * Exposure and/or experience with database applications. Personal Qualifications * 2 years in a similar role. * Team player who is ambitious and motivated. * Excellent interpersonal skills and patience working with others. * Must be able to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment. * Must have exceptional skills in communications, customer service, problem-solving/trouble-shooting, follow-up and organization. * Strives to exceed the expectations and needs of internal and external clients. * Makes personal contact, follow ups and closes loops promptly. * Excellent verbal and written skills. * Ability to lift or move equipment, if needed. * College degree or relative work experience. Equal Opportunities White & Case is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. It is our Firm's policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require an accommodation during the process should contact ********************************. Benefits at White & Case White & Case LLP offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs to all eligible employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, 401(k) retirement savings, vacation time, and leave programs (including parental leave). Exempt roles are also performance bonus eligible. Location & Reporting * The role is located in the New York office. * The role reports to the Manager, Technology Support. The Firm may modify and amend this job description at any time at its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment. The above is a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties.

Build your big career with the firm that does Big Law, Better. McDermott Will & Schulte is a leading global law firm that brings together more than 1,750 lawyers and 1,400 business professionals. We celebrate excellence, collaboration, and community and have been recognized as a top workplace by USA Today, Fortune , The American Lawyer, Vault and others. We are also certified by Great Place to Work. At McDermott, we don't just invest in your future, we accelerate your career - wherever it may lead. That includes supporting you both in and outside of the office. With us, you'll find: A firm where everyone belongs: Our award-winning culture prioritizes warmth and authenticity - we encourage you to be yourself! Enthusiasm for all perspectives: We're smarter and stronger when everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. We welcome unique viewpoints and ideas, and we make opportunities for you and your career to thrive. Support to feel your best and do your best: Wellness is integral to building a successful career and a rich life. That's why our benefits program supports your physical, emotional, mental, and financial health, with an emphasis on work-life balance. Real rewards for real work: We offer generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence. Job Description: The Manager of Professional / Attorney Development for the Transactions Legal Practice develops, coordinates and facilitates transactional practice group training, curricula, in-person summits and program content. This position combines transactional law expertise with the ability to design, deliver and evaluate training programs tailored to the development needs of associates at all levels in all transactional affinity groups. The Manager of Professional Development works closely with the professional development team and practice group leaders to assess substantive learning needs, design training strategy and ensure that programming is aligned with the firm's goals and evolving market and legal trends. As an Attorney Professional Development Manager (Transactions) you will: - Liaise with the Transactions practice group leaders, practice group directors, partners in charge of training and development partners to identify associate training needs aligned to competencies and practice priorities - Design and oversee implementation of transactional training curricula, including specialized curricula by level, practice and function, incorporating digital and in-person experiential learning opportunities - Continuously evaluate and update training competencies and curricula to ensure they remain relevant, practical and innovative - Distill associate performance review feedback into action - Design and lead needs assessment and training impact focus groups and surveys; analyze results and use information to inform training priorities - Leverage technology platforms and learning analytics to deliver and assess training innovation and impact - Support new and lateral onboarding and integration of transactional attorneys - Manage and train direct report(s) and other junior professional development team members Job Specifications: - Bachelor's degree - Transactional legal practice experience required - At least four (4) years of experience in professional development, training and/or organizational development in a law firm or other professional service environment - Ability to travel for work - Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word) - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Strong organizational skills; ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities - Ability to handle and maintain confidential information - Strong interpersonal skills including demonstrated ability to be effective in both a group and one-on-one setting - Team player with experience working in virtual teams and excellent interpersonal skills - Juris Doctorate (JD) Successful candidates will be provided with outstanding career opportunities and will receive a competitive total rewards package with the opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses. Target Hiring Range $131,000 - $194,000 Please note that quoted salary ranges are not guarantees of what final salary offers may be. Base pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. Base pay is only one part of the Total Rewards that MWE provides to compensate and recognize our staff professionals for their work. Full time positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package. As part of our ongoing commitment to be #AlwaysBetter for our people, clients and communities, we have created a culture of belonging that champions your individuality as both a person and a professional. From our competitive compensation, top benefits and award-winning professional development programs to industry-leading wellness initiatives, we support you through every stage of your life and career. With McDermott, you can live a life you love both in and outside of the office. #LI-JL1 #LI-Hybrid #Transactions #Transactional #AmLaw100 #AttorneyDevelopment #JurisDoctor Physical Demands and Work Environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, talk and hear Employee must occasionally lift up to twenty (20) pounds Work Environment: Typical indoor office environment Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people within this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this job.

Cooley is seeking a Coordinator to join the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion team. Under the direction of the Manager of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Coordinator is responsible for supporting the firm's diversity, equity & inclusion initiatives (DEI), including the implementation of inclusive practices to recruit, retain and promote attorneys and business professionals, and efforts to support an inclusive culture. Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following: Position responsibilities: Coordinate event and meeting logistics, and provide support for various programs and trainings including history/heritage month celebrations and affinity group gatherings Provide support for recruiting efforts, to include tracking candidates, running hiring reports and managing law school affinity group sponsorships and outreach Maintain the diversity, equity and inclusion event calendar and events database, iManage files, internal intranet and external website landing pages, and promotional resources Proofread all work with attention to detail and accuracy, make all necessary changes, and perform other substantive and administrative duties, as needed Utilize industry benchmarking tools and internal metrics to produce timely and accurate data reports, which includes developing visual presentations and quarterly trend updates Support efforts and tasks associated with industry surveys and client requests, including data entry and detailed narrative responses Help identify opportunities for continuous process improvements and work with the DEI Manager to help with the development of those improvements Proactively build relationships with different stakeholders across the firm Collaborate with departments across the firm including legal talent, professional development, social impact and sustainability, office administration, human resources, marketing and communications Coordinate the communication of administrative details of the firm's DEI programs and initiatives Assist with budget planning and track spending for the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion department Keep abreast of industry DEI trends and best practices All other duties as assigned or required Skills and experience: Required: Available to work overtime, as required After orientation at Cooley LLP, exhibit proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, iManage and other firm applications 2+ years of experience in a professional office setting, including proficiency with standard office software (e.g., Microsoft Office) data entry, email communication and file management Preferred: Bachelor's Degree Work experience within a law firm Experience performing quantitative and comparative data validation and analytics Understanding of Excel and ability to build and maintain spreadsheets, utilize pivot tables and advanced formulas Direct experience with diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, preferably within a law firm Competencies: Comfortable using data to tell a story and translate data into reports, tables, graphs and charts Passion for diversity, equity and inclusion efforts Detail-oriented, organized and process driven, with the desire to take ownership of projects and responsibilities Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and coordinate multiple projects at once in a fast-paced environment Strong, precise writing and editing skills Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to maintain absolute confidentiality of department information Self-motivated and self-starter, looks for growth opportunities Enjoy working with a highly collaborative team and able to form relationships across multiple departments Ability to handle sensitive data, DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) information, and confidential materials, demonstrating discretion and the ability to maintain confidentiality, as required Cooley offers a competitive compensation and excellent benefits package and is committed to fair and equitable employment practices. EOE. The expected hourly pay range for this position with a work schedule of 40 hours per week is $35.00 - $47.00 ($72,800.00 - $97,760.00 annually). Please note that final offer amount will be dependent on geographic location, applicable experience and skillset of the candidate. We offer a full range of elective benefits including medical, health savings account (with applicable medical plan), dental, vision, health and/or dependent care flexible spending accounts, pre-tax commuter benefits, life insurance, AD&D, long-term care coverage, backup care for children and/or adults and other parental support benefits. In addition to elective benefit options, benefited employees receive firm-paid life insurance, AD&D, LTD, short term medical benefits as well as 20 days of Paid Time Off (“PTO”) and 10 paid holidays each year. We provide generous parental leave and fertility benefits. New employees will attend a detailed benefit orientation to learn more about our many benefits and resources.

White & Case is an elite global law firm serving leading companies, financial institutions and governments worldwide. Our long history as an international firm means we are perfectly placed to help our clients resolve their most complex legal challenges wherever they may be. With lawyers operating from more than 40 locations, working around the world, we have invested heavily in building a high-quality full-service practice competing at the top of the market. We are distinguished by our on-the-ground presence in the world's key financial markets and our strengths in handling complex cross-border work. It's not just about our global network of offices; it's the global interconnectedness of the Firm that our people, and our clients, value most. We work well together across geographic and practice boundaries. It's one of the reasons we attract and retain cross-border work. Our lawyers are globally minded, enterprising, collaborative and committed to excellence. Our people represent 90 nationalities and speak 80 languages. Position Summary We are currently looking for mid-level associates with domestic and international Project Finance experience to join the projects practice in our Washington, DC office. You should demonstrate excellent legal knowledge, with a strong intellectual curiosity to keep learning and to develop your expertise over a broad range of industries and sectors. Combining strong analytical and drafting skills, you should be comfortable navigating the contractual intricacies of complex, large-scale projects. Highly organized and deadline-focused, you should be adept at managing multiple work streams, and delivering flawless work within short timeframes. Personable and cooperative, you should enjoy working as part of a multi-national team, and be adept at building strong professional relationships. Good communication skills will be a significant asset. Working on major, high-profile transactions which can take months or years to close, you will need patience and focus, and-given the fluctuations in the pace of our work-a flexibility in terms of your hours. Excited by our practice, you should be keen to take on as much responsibility as possible and display the proactivity of thought and action to exceed the expectations of both colleagues and clients. Our Practice Area White & Case's Energy, Infrastructure, Project and Asset Finance Group has a worldwide reputation for helping agencies, commercial lenders, sponsors and developers to achieve their most complex and ambitious project goals. The preeminent global law firm in this field; we offer our clients an unrivalled depth and breadth of knowledge and experience, in jurisdictions across the globe and across all the major project development sectors. From the moment you join us, you will be working with leading practitioners within our Group, as well as with colleagues from the firm's M&A, Capital Markets and Regulatory & Compliance practices, who contribute their sector-specific expertise to our multidisciplinary project teams. As an associate, you will handle a significant amount of cutting edge project development and project finance work. The work can be demanding but is always rewarding-both in terms of the constant opportunities for learning and professional development, and the satisfaction of contributing to high-profile projects which have a lasting impact on countries and people's lives. Duties and Accountabilities1 * Drafting, reviewing and negotiating credit facilities and related financing documentation including security agreements, accounts agreements, intercreditor arrangements, etc. * Drafting, reviewing and negotiating purchase and sale, procurement, project development, construction, joint venture, supply and offtake agreements. * Counseling clients on joint ventures, private equity investments and strategic transactions for public and private companies industries related to our practice. * Managing deal teams and processes across practice areas and geographic locations. * Solving legal problems relating to heavily-regulated industries. * Managing and conducting due diligence. * Conducting brief or more complex research, or drafting of memoranda, depending on client needs. * Serving as primary point of contact for clients, opposing counsel and other transactional legal teams. * Exercising good judgment in internal and external written and verbal communications. * Providing direct assistance to senior lawyers on matters arising in the course of day-to-day provision of legal services to leading international and domestic clients. * Mentoring and training of junior team members and attendance at, and participation in, continuing education classes and client development initiatives. Qualifications * 4 years of relevant law firm or in-house experience in project finance / finance * Strong academic record and intellectual curiosity, creative thinker * Admitted in Washington D.C. * Commercial and business awareness * Outstanding communication and negotiation skills * Strong time management skills, ability to stay calm under pressure when juggling multiple projects * Excellent drafting skills * Client service focus * Team player * Proactive, resourceful, takes initiative Location & Reporting * This role is based in Washington, DC. Equal Opportunities White & Case is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and is committed to creating a fair workplace. It is our Firm's policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require an accommodation during the process should contact ******************************** Note to recruitment agencies: Our internal Recruitment team are responsible for all end-to-end lateral recruitment processes. All agencies must sign White & Case terms of business, which are office specific. Candidates submitted by an agency without terms of business agreed with the appropriate office, and/or outside of our online application tracking system, will not be considered a formal introduction. Any applications and CVs sent directly to White & Case Partners and employees will not be accepted as formal introductions. If you have any questions, please contact the Americas Lateral Recruitment team. Benefits White & Case LLP offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs to all eligible employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, 401(k) retirement savings, vacation time, and leave programs (including parental leave). Exempt roles are also performance bonus eligible. The firm may modify and amend this job description at any time in its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or modifies the at-will nature of employment. 1The above is only a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties.

The Business Development and Marketing Specialist is a key team member within the Marketing Department. The Specialist serves as a liaison to assigned practice and/or industry groups. They work directly with BD and Marketing colleagues and partners in the groups (across various offices) to develop and execute clear strategies and business plans, and manage an aligned range of business development pursuits, marketing campaigns and communications, client events and sponsorships, and key account activity. The Specialist takes an active role in learning about the service offering, lawyers, and clients of the assigned groups and related practices. They help develop and lead initiatives to enhance the groups' knowledge about our clients, their business needs, and relevant Sidley capabilities to foster cross-selling. Duties and Responsibilities Proposals and Pitches * Serves as lead project manager for RFPs and pitches, both for the assigned groups and others, as needed * Spearheads briefing discussions to propose and/or understand the opportunity * Writes new business proposals, conducts matter research, and produces targeted, tailored responses to RFIs/RFPs * Supports follow-up, debriefs activities post-pitch, and reports results Practice and Client Development * Supports practice/industry team leadership and other partners on development and coordination of marketing and client development plans for the group and individual lawyers * Attends and contributes to practice/industry group meetings and planning sessions * Develops and refines the groups' business development "infrastructure" (e.g., written collateral, experience database/matter lists, contact lists, opportunity tracking, etc.), exercising an acute level of quality control to ensure that all marketing collateral, communications, matter lists, and other materials are consistent, error-free, and up to date; ensures processes are efficient and the best possible use is made of available technology and other resources * Helps group leaders prepare and manage the group's BD budget; tracks and analyzes practice/industry initiatives, evaluating the ROI of activities to recommend and plan future efforts * Coordinates with the Market Intelligence team to conduct industry, client, and competitive research to support practice development initiatives * Facilitates the planning, implementation, and follow-up of new business or cross-marketing opportunities Marketing and Profile-raising Activities * Leads the drafting and submission of rankings, awards, surveys, league tables, and other recognitions for assigned groups * Works with Regional BD and Marketing team members to plan client programs and Sidley-sponsored events * Works with the Communications and PR team to identify thought leadership topics and Sidley lawyers to engage in media commentary, article publication, podcasts, etc. * Recommends and facilitates the involvement of Firm lawyers in professional organizations that will enhance the visibility of the lawyers and the Firm in relevant practice/industry platforms Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. If an estimated salary range for this role is available, it will be provided in our Target Salary Range section. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found here. Target Salary Range $95,000 - $118,000 if located in Washington D.C. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities (the "Duties") above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Employees or applicants who need an accommodation should contact Human Resources. If you need such an accommodation, please email ************************** (current employees should contact Human Resources). Education and/or Experience: Required: * A Bachelor's degree from an accredited university * A minimum of five (5) years of professional marketing, business development, or other relevant experience * Excellent writing and proofreading skills * Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Outlook Preferred: * Marketing, business development, or related experience in a law firm or other professional services organization * Working knowledge of customer relationship, pipeline, and experience management databases such as InterAction, Salesforce, and/or Foundation * Familiarity with relevant company/market research tools, as well as law firm rankings, awards, and league table publications Other Skills and Abilities: The following will also be required of the successful candidate: * Strong organizational skills * Strong attention to detail * Good judgment * Strong interpersonal communication skills * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills * Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others * Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion * Able to work under pressure * Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer #LI-Hybrid #LI-GK1

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Legal Secretary to join Sidley's Global Arbitration, Trade and Advocacy and Privacy and Cybersecurity practice groups. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, proactive problem-solver who exercises sound judgment, demonstrates exceptional communication and organizational skills, and thrives on providing first-class support. Discretion, client service, and adaptability are essential for success in this role. Duties and Responsibilities Coordination & Operational Support Provide high-level administrative and operational support to attorneys within the practice group. Manage workflows, track deadlines, and align priorities across multiple projects. Partner with legal secretaries, paralegals, and other staff to ensure seamless operations. Anticipate attorney and client needs, taking initiative to resolve issues and enhance efficiency. Communications & Calendar Management Maintain attorney calendars, schedule internal/external meetings, and coordinate logistics. Screen and prioritize emails and calls; draft correspondence where appropriate. Prepare attorneys for meetings by compiling materials, agendas, and background documents. Liaise professionally with high-profile clients, regulators, and stakeholders. Accounting & Billing Support billing processes, including time entry, review of proformas, and submission of invoices. Track budgets, prepare financial summaries, and monitor client billing arrangements. Coordinate with Accounting on utilization reports and compliance with engagement terms. Assist with new matter intake forms and conflict checks. Travel Arrangements Coordinate domestic and international travel (flights, accommodations, itineraries, visas). Proactively resolve last-minute changes with urgency and professionalism. Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. If an estimated salary range for this role is available, it will be provided in our Target Salary Range section. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits. Target Salary Range $66,000 - $100,000 if located in Washington, DC Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities (Duties) above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email ************************** (current employees should contact Human Resources). Education and/or Experience: Required: 3+ years of legal secretarial experience in a professional services or law firm environment. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and document management systems. Preferred: Strong typing and document formatting skills (55+ wpm). Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. Prior experience in a global law firm and/or supporting a partner Other Skills and Abilities Problem Solving: Anticipates needs, exercises sound judgment, and manages issues effectively. Interpersonal Skills: Builds trust and rapport with colleagues, attorneys, and clients. Ownership & Initiative: Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and committed to operational excellence. Communication Skills: Excellent oral and written communication, including professional correspondence. Discretion: Maintains strict confidentiality with sensitive information. Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer #LI-EC1

Cooley is seeking a Project Manager to join the Firm Operations team. Cooley Firm Operations embraces a culture of excellence and transparency, and all members of the department are expected to move this agenda forward. The Firm Operations Project Manager will proactively manage multiple related critical projects to achieve a specific organizational goal(s), ensuring that all requisite projects are being actively driven and seamlessly coordinated with the firm's evolving platform/data and digital workplace strategies. The Firm Operations Project Manager should, at a moment's notice, be able to report accurately and cohesively regarding the status of a given project and should feel comfortable managing up to five high-profile initiatives simultaneously. As a team member within central firm operations, the Firm Operations Project Manager is expected to understand the full intake/demand cycle, inclusive of budgeting and procurement so that they may guide their program stakeholders through an end-to-end experience with all operational aspects of program-related business. Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Position responsibilities: Establish rapid familiarity with various project lifecycles including but not limited to agile custom software development, software and vendor selection (RFI/RFP), process reengineering initiatives; extensively research project frameworks where required to quickly self-start and deliver various types of projects successfully Critically analyze work on receipt and on an ongoing basis, ensuring the most efficient and cost-effective options are employed, factoring in detailed assessments of in-house assets and proposing business process changes where appropriate Ensure that business needs and desired project outcomes are documented and measured (during and post-implementation) at a detailed and comprehensive level, continually leading to better decisions and investments Extensively research and understand market relevance (and alternatives) and monitor for changing conditions that may impact the scope or body of work Proactively build and maintain delivery and test plans that are built to surface issues, risks and dependencies as early as possible; ensure that project/task dates, assignments and regular updates are made consistently in the project management platform (project plans in the firm's PPM platform should serve as one-stop shop for what's happening on a given project at any point in time) Ensure stakeholder and firm operational readiness for delivery of work, build and deliver change management and communication plans accordingly Ensure that all key project artifacts are delivered - roles and responsibilities, scope statement/charter, business requirements, test plan, release plan, change management and communication plan, etc Proactively and transparently communicate bodies of work, progress/stoppages, potential risks and issues to team leadership on a proactive and ongoing basis; when in doubt, escalate Work intra and inter team to understand, evaluate and action enterprise resource constraints, work/delivery overlap, and areas where outcomes and business benefits are not adequately well-defined to warrant firm investment Adhere to consistently evolving and improving delivery standards established by team/department leadership Establish and maintain program-level KPIs and reports All other duties as required Skills and experience: : After orientation at Cooley LLP, exhibit proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, iManage and other firm applications Ability to work extended and/or weekend hours, as required Ability to travel, as required 3+ years project management and planning experience implementing projects. Senior candidates must have 5+ years applicable experience. Preferred: Bachelor's degree Certified Project Manager (from accredited program) and/or PMP credential Experience with a suite of projects/programs inclusive of process reengineering and improvement, software and vendor evaluation and selection (RFPs) and implementation, and agile custom software development Experience working in the legal and/or operations industry Competencies: Ability to trust and elicit trust Strategic, critical thinking and reasoning skills Excellent verbal and written comprehension skills Strong business acumen Risk intelligent, anticipatory and perceptive Proactive and agile, able to think 5 steps ahead Outcome-driven and solution-oriented; driver and task-maker rather than task-taker Deep blend of delivery experience and business analysis experience Able to juggle and prioritize multiple competing priorities; swift turnaround on deliverables to be able to manage multiple critical initiatives at once Comfortable operating within a grey area and willing to ask questions and ask for help Expert collaboration and communication skills, ability to professionally convey clear and concise information to any audience Strong, cross-functional leadership skills - problem-solving, creativity, adaptability, negotiations, relationship-building, dependability, mentoring and integrity Ability to interact with firm senior leadership and bring all facts of the scenario to light proactively Cooley offers a competitive compensation and excellent benefits package and is committed to fair and equitable employment practices. EOE. The expected annual pay range for this position with a work schedule of 40 hours per week is $105,000 - $155,000. Please note that final offer amount will be dependent on geographic location, applicable experience and skillset of the candidate. Senior level candidates may be considered for this position and would be eligible for a higher salary range based on experience. We offer a full range of elective benefits including medical, health savings account (with applicable medical plan), dental, vision, health and/or dependent care flexible spending accounts, pre-tax commuter benefits, life insurance, AD&D, long-term care coverage, backup care for children and/or adults and other parental support benefits. In addition to elective benefit options, benefited employees receive firm-paid life insurance, AD&D, LTD, short term medical benefits as well as 21 days of Paid Time Off (“PTO”) and 10 paid holidays each year. We provide generous parental leave and fertility benefits. New employees will attend a detailed benefit orientation to learn more about our many benefits and resources.

Cooley is seeking an Associate Director to join the Communications team. Working closely with the Director of Communications, communications team, other functional and administrative leads and firm leadership, the Associate Director of Media Relations will help to promote, enhance and safeguard the firm's reputation and positioning through the design and implementation of strategic, integrated external communications programs. Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Position responsibilities: External Communications Manage a firmwide team of in-house and outside PR professionals responsible for cultivating, building, and maintaining Cooley's relationships with key media contacts Work closely with firm and practice group leadership to devise and implement strategies for raising brand visibility in key markets and promoting the differentiating strengths of the firm and its practice groups, offices, and individual attorneys, aligned with business goals Firm spokesperson and point of contact for press inquiries Provide crisis counseling, media training, and guidance to firm representatives Develop key messages and anticipated Q&As from the media Write or edit press materials (talking points, pitches, press releases, etc.), as well as certain other firm communications Lead implementation of proactive external communications strategies and campaigns positioning Cooley's attorneys as thought leaders, and utilizing a comprehensive range of tactics, including traditional earned media, social media, and content promotion. Oversee the firm's awards and recognitions programs, including advising on strategy, process and the development of priority firm submissions Help to develop and maintain team reporting, policies, protocols and materials Other Responsibilities Serve as direct supervisor and mentor to direct reports Provide day-to-day supervision of direct reports, ensure compliance with assigned work hours and monitor for compliance with all firm and department policies Support business professional development and continued educational opportunities In collaboration with immediate supervisor and HR, participate in hiring, performance appraisals, counseling, termination and other employee lifecycle events All other duties as assigned or required Skills and experience: Required: After orientation at Cooley LLP, exhibit proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, iManage and other firm applications Ability to work extended and/or weekend hours, as required Ability to travel, as required 8+ direct years of experience (e.g., communications, public relations experience with B2B clients and at a management level) Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Marketing, Business or related field Track record of performing elevated responsibilities within the current role providing intrinsic leadership & strategic direction to team Seasoned experience in managing teams, hiring, training, assigning work, managing performance, and providing performance counseling and coaching Ability to translate complex legal and business concepts into plain English Strong working knowledge of and contacts within National print, broadcast and online media. Strong handle on financial markets and business concepts and related subject matter Experience with crisis and issues management communications Understanding of digital marketing, social media strategies, and content creation best practices Preferred: Experience working in a law firm, professional services, PR agency environment, and/or in government service/political realms Supervisory experience Competencies: Strong executive presence and ability to build credibility and trust with partners on strategy and execution of communications objectives Excellent communication skills both written and verbal Exceptional writing skills and strong attention to detail Ability to lead others in developing and executing on initiatives and large-scale projects. Ability to motivate others and build effective and cooperative work teams. Strong interpersonal skills with ability to negotiate challenging situations and grasp internal politics Judicious, fast-thinking and able to excel under pressure Ability to consistently meet deadlines, including self-set and multi-tasked Ability to develop professional relationships both internally (with department members, lawyers and firm business professionals) and externally (with industry/regional associations, etc.) Cooley offers a competitive compensation and excellent benefits package and is committed to fair and equitable employment practices. EOE. The expected annual pay range for this position with a full-time schedule is $195,000 - $245,000. Please note that final offer amount will be dependent on geographic location, applicable experience and skillset of the candidate. We offer a full range of elective benefits including medical, health savings account (with applicable medical plan), dental, vision, health and/or dependent care flexible spending accounts, pre-tax commuter benefits, life insurance, AD&D, long-term care coverage, backup care for children and/or adults and other parental support benefits. In addition to elective benefit options, benefited employees receive firm-paid life insurance, AD&D, LTD, short term medical benefits as well as 25 days of Paid Time Off (“PTO”) and 10 paid holidays each year. We provide generous parental leave and fertility benefits. New employees will attend a detailed benefit orientation to learn more about our many benefits and resources.

Cooley is seeking a ServiceNow Platform Developer to join the Technology Platforms and Applications team. Cooley Technology embraces a culture of customer service excellence, and all members of the department are expected to move this agenda forward. We are dedicated to leveraging advanced technologies to optimize firm technical operations and deliver impactful business outcomes. The ServiceNow Platform Developer is responsible for the development, and implementation of ServiceNow solutions across multiple domains. This role focuses on Hardware Asset Management (“HAM”), Software Asset Management (“SAM”), Strategic Portfolio Management (“SPM”), and Security Operations (“SecOps”), including Vulnerability and Incident Response. Additional responsibilities include Employee Center, Workspaces, AI features, HR Service Delivery, and core platform capabilities. The ServiceNow Platform Developer will also support ongoing ITSM processes while delivering new initiatives in Asset Management, SecOps, SPM, and HR. Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Position responsibilities: Design, configure, and implement ServiceNow solutions with a focus on ITAM Experience with ITOM modules (Discovery, Event Management, Service Mapping) Implement and enhance SecOps modules (Vulnerability Response, Security Incident Response) Manage and maintain ongoing ITSM workflows (incident, problem, change, request) Build custom applications, workflows, and integrations following ServiceNow best practices Enhance user experience through Workspaces, Employee Center, and AI-powered features Automate asset lifecycle management from procurement to decommissioning Develop dashboards, reports, and KPIs to provide actionable insights for IT and business leaders Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions Support upgrades, patching, and continuous improvement of the ServiceNow platform Manage HR Service Delivery by automating and improving employee-facing workflows Lead development and delivery of SPM to support portfolio planning, tracking, and governance Ensure compliance with governance standards, security policies, and performance requirements Provide technical support, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis for ServiceNow issues Stay current with ServiceNow platform releases and recommend adoption of new features Work closely with the Technology and Platforms Applications management team to develop short and long-term strategies Work with various ServiceNow stakeholders, drive innovation, establish new approaches on improving productivity Ensuring 24/7 access to ServiceNow applications that are continually protected and on-line Constant tracking bugs, fixes, and testing of mission-critical applications Research anomalies and workarounds Design proper update and backup procedures, documentation of same, including functioning rollback plans Responsible for change control and coordination of the release management process for ServiceNow Evaluate and report on the health of firm's ServiceNow instances Ensure platform alignment with the business strategy Provide consultative technical leadership to the platform team All other duties as assigned or required Skills and experience: Required: After orientation at Cooley LLP, exhibit proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, iManage and other firm applications Ability to work extended and/or weekend hours, as required 5+ years direct applicable experience (e.g., technical-related experience specializing in ServiceNow development, architecture, and implementations). Senior level candidates must have 6+ years' experience. Expertise in HAM and SAM (ITAM) Experience leading SPM and SecOps (Vulnerability Response, Security Incident Response) initiatives Experience with CMDB and ITOM (Discovery, Service Mapping, Event Management) Proficiency with ServiceNow scripting (JavaScript, Glide API, Business Rules, Client Scripts) Strong understanding of ITIL processes (incident, problem, change, asset, portfolio) Expertise and experience with ServiceNow and a focus on experience with discovery, and configuration management (CMDB) Expertise with scripting languages such as JavaScript, Python, or PowerShell Web service proficiency (REST, SOAP) as well as XML and JSON knowledge Experience taking in requirements and coordinating with BA's and developers Preferred: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in computer science or related information systems experience Advanced degree in related disciplines Strong technical writing and documentation experience Familiarity with HR Service Delivery workflows Experience with Service Portal, Catalog Items, Flows/Workflows, and Integrations (REST/SOAP APIs) Experience supporting and managing implemented ITSM processes ServiceNow expertise (supporting modules, configuration changes, identify performance issues) Extremely proficient in ServiceNow as well as experience in interpreting the AJAX/JavaScript code to identify where ServiceNow templates can be used versus customization AJAX and Javascript knowledge to interpret code and help provide customization advice Strong understanding of SPM (Strategic Portfolio Management) ServiceNow certifications (CSA, CAD, ITAM/ITOM/SecOps/SPM Implementation Specialist) Extensive experience as a ServiceNow developer, with proficiency in scoped application development, platform customization, and scripting (JavaScript, Glide API) Strong knowledge of ServiceNow ITOM (Discovery, Service Mapping) and ITAM modules Proven ability to design and manage integrations with external systems using REST, SOAP, and custom connectors In-depth understanding of CMDB data models, relationship mapping, and governance Expertise in asset lifecycle automation and alignment with ITIL processes Experience with Workspaces, Employee Center, and AI features Familiarity with hybrid cloud environments and integration challenges Advanced knowledge of asset lifecycle automation and alignment with ITIL practices Prior law firm experience Competencies: Outstanding problem solver and ability to lead by example Strong quantitative, analytical, strategic thinking and orientation to detail Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals Exceptional customer service, initiative, and get-it-done attitude Self-motivated with a strong desire to contribute to the success of the department and company Communicate effectively at all levels within the organization Flexible and agile, ability to reprioritize with changes in the business Ability to work independently and under pressure in a fast-paced environment Ability to meet deadlines and effectively complete operational and project-based assignments Strong organizational skills including time and task management Attributes expected of all candidates include responsibility, honesty, reliability, initiative, patience, attention to detail, determination, taking pride in one's work, and a desire to learn Interpersonal skills necessary to interact and work productively as part of the Technology team, delivering high quality services to the firm and our clients Excellent spoken and written communication as well as receptive listening skills, with ability to present complex ideas in a clear, concise fashion to technical and non-technical audiences Service oriented mentality, high sense of ownership of the problems and requests assigned, focus on managing and resolving issues in a timely fashion, establishing, and maintaining communication with technology customers to keep them updated with status of their requests, initiating, and performing changes on the production systems and proactively escalating any issues that cannot be resolved within the established timeframes Cooley offers a competitive compensation and excellent benefits package and is committed to fair and equitable employment practices. EOE. The expected annual pay range for this position is $115,000 - $170,000. Please note that final offer amount will be dependent on geographic location, applicable experience and skillset of the candidate. Senior level candidates may be considered for this position and would be eligible for a higher salary range based on experience. We offer a full range of elective benefits including medical, health savings account (with applicable medical plan), dental, vision, health and/or dependent care flexible spending accounts, pre-tax commuter benefits, life insurance, AD&D, long-term care coverage, backup care for children and/or adults and other parental support benefits. In addition to elective benefit options, benefited employees receive firm-paid life insurance, AD&D, LTD, short term medical benefits as well as 21 days of Paid Time Off (“PTO”) and 10 paid holidays each year. We provide generous parental leave and fertility benefits. New employees will attend a detailed benefit orientation to learn more about our many benefits and resources.

Weil seeks the best and brightest talent to join our Administrative Staff team. Our employees are the future of Weil so we invest in their training and development. Our environment embraces and encourages positive-minded professionals who seek to be challenged and acquire knowledge and skills in an atmosphere built on teamwork. Highly skilled and knowledgeable Administrative Staff assist our attorneys in successfully meeting and exceeding client needs and are vital to the overall success of the Firm. Job Description This position will provide our attorneys and clients with a superior level of technical and administrative support. Essential job functions include calendar management, coordinating travel, meetings and conference calls, heavy phone work and client interaction. Primary Responsibilities and/or Essential functions: Coordinate complex, senior-level internal/external meetings and conference calls. Handle a high volume of phone calls. Respond and follow up on client requests. Maintain complex and detailed calendars and prioritize meeting requests and related logistics. Coordinate a high volume of domestic and international travel arrangements and process business requests. Proofread and make revisions to documents as requested. Enter attorney's time via InTapp and Elite 3E. Create, revise and format legal documents, spreadsheets and presentations. Coordinate client monthly billing. Open new matters and coordinate engagement letters, conflicts and matter management. Conduct internet research as directed by attorneys. Establish and maintain paper and electronic files. Interface and establish ongoing positive business relationships with clients. Any additional responsibilities as required by management. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 5+ years of experience in a support capacity within a law firm, other legal or similar environment. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Strong initiative; ability to exercise sound judgment, work independently and make decisions on behalf of attorneys. Excellent interpersonal skills; has the ability to work with different personalities in high-pressure situations. Strong administrative and organizational skills; ability to prioritize tasks and juggle multiple priorities. Excellent written and oral presentation skills; strong attention to detail. Team player; work well under pressure. Knowledge of Big Law or legal highly preferred. Demonstrate proficiency in all basic, advanced and legal specific applications. Proficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Demonstrate desire and ability to learn new technology and willingness to share knowledge to assist others. Self-starter who can manage competing priorities. Education/Certifications: College degree preferred. Estimated salary range is $90,000 - $110,000. Compensation decisions within the range are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case including but not limited to the individual's skills, experience, and qualifications. Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP offers a competitive compensation package comprised of base pay and discretionary year-end bonus for eligible employees. Benefits include, but are not limited to medical, dental, vision, disability coverage, life insurance, flexible spending plan and a 401K plan. Weil also offers generous paid time off and holidays. All decisions affecting employment at Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP are made on the basis of qualification, performance and other pertinent work-related factors, and without discrimination against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, veteran's status, genetic information or any other legally protected status.

Build your big career with the firm that does Big Law, Better. McDermott Will & Schulte is a leading global law firm that brings together more than 1,750 lawyers and 1,400 business professionals. We celebrate excellence, collaboration, and community and have been recognized as a top workplace by USA Today, Fortune, The American Lawyer, Vault and others. We are also certified by Great Place to Work. At McDermott, we don't just invest in your future, we accelerate your career - wherever it may lead. That includes supporting you both in and outside of the office. With us, you'll find: * A firm where everyone belongs: Our award-winning culture prioritizes warmth and authenticity - we encourage you to be yourself! * Enthusiasm for all perspectives: We're smarter and stronger when everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. We welcome unique viewpoints and ideas, and we make opportunities for you and your career to thrive. * Support to feel your best and do your best: Wellness is integral to building a successful career and a rich life. That's why our benefits program supports your physical, emotional, mental, and financial health, with an emphasis on work-life balance. * Real rewards for real work: We offer generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence. Job Description: Position Summary: The AI Solutions Analyst designs, develops, and implements AI-powered solutions that improve efficiency and productivity across McDermott's administrative teams and legal practices, strengthening the firm's ability to better serve clients. This role collaborates closely with Product Management, firm AI leadership, Knowledge Management, and business sponsors to translate needs and ideas into secure, scalable, and innovative AI solutions. The ideal candidate has an engineering and business analysis background, is analytical, detail-oriented, and collaborative, and applies strong technical and problem-solving skills to create intelligent solutions that advance the firm's AI capabilities. This role builds advanced prompt-based solutions and orchestrates agentic workflows that automate and enhance complex business and legal processes, leveraging firm knowledge and operational data through MCP, APIs, and other integration frameworks. Acting as both technologist and business analyst, the AI Solutions Analyst works with stakeholders to surface needs, assess current processes, and translate requirements into practical AI-driven workflows. The analyst gathers, synthesizes, and tests stakeholder feedback to ensure each solution aligns with firm standards for security, compliance, and reliability while delivering measurable operational impact and an improved user experience. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: * Engage directly with stakeholders across legal practices and administrative departments to understand business needs, pain points, and workflow challenges; translate these into clear AI use cases, functional requirements, and prototype concepts. * Design, build, and deploy AI applications, prototypes, and integrations using AI foundation models, APIs, and cloud-based platforms; Facilitate iterative feedback loops with stakeholders to refine prompts and workflows, validate solution designs, and ensure that AI assistants meet operational and user experience expectations. * Leverage leading AI models and related technologies to drive initiatives in productivity improvement, research, and process optimization. * Build, test, and maintain AI agents and conversational interfaces that improve user experience and operational efficiency. * Implement and maintain secure, compliant, and well-documented AI workflows in accordance with firm policies and governance standards. * Evaluate and integrate third-party AI platforms and APIs (e.g., OpenAI, Anthropic, Microsoft, etc.) into internal systems where appropriate. * Create, test, and optimize prompt templates and instruction sets to improve model performance, reliability, and alignment with user needs. * Support data preparation, feature engineering, and model optimization in collaboration with data engineers and developers. * Participate in agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, backlog refinement, and cross-functional demos, to plan, prioritize, and showcase work. * Stay current on developments in AI agents, orchestration tools, and large language model technologies, sharing practical insights and recommendations with the team. Job Specifications: * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related UX engineering field. * Minimum three (3) years of experience supporting or leading the delivery of advanced technology software-based solutions. * Familiarity with 2 or more AI platforms with deep experience with at least one of the leading AI platforms (ChatGPT, MS Copilot, Claude, Gemini, etc.). * Experience integrating and deploying APIs; familiarity with RESTful services and cloud environments. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail. * Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to non-technical stakeholders. * Knowledge of agile software development practices and version control (e.g., Git). * Experience developing AI agents, chatbots, or prompt-based systems using generative AI models (e.g., GPT-based systems) preferred. * Familiarity with data governance, privacy, and ethical AI best practices a plus. * Demonstrated commitment to staying current with AI orchestration frameworks, LLM technologies, and emerging best practices. #LI-JL1 #LI-Hybrid #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #LLM #PromptEngineering #BusinessAnalyst Successful candidates will be provided with outstanding career opportunities and will receive a competitive total rewards package with the opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses. Target Hiring Range $110,000 - $161,000 Please note that quoted salary ranges are not guarantees of what final salary offers may be. Base pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. Base pay is only one part of the Total Rewards that MWE provides to compensate and recognize our staff professionals for their work. Full time positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package. As part of our ongoing commitment to be #AlwaysBetter for our people, clients and communities, we have created a culture of belonging that champions your individuality as both a person and a professional. From our competitive compensation, top benefits and award-winning professional development programs to industry-leading wellness initiatives, we support you through every stage of your life and career. With McDermott, you can live a life you love both in and outside of the office. Physical Demands and Work Environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands: * While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, talk and hear * Employee must occasionally lift up to twenty (20) pounds Work Environment: Typical indoor office environment Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people within this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this job.

Cooley is seeking an IP International Patent Specialist (Annuities) to join the IP Services team. The IP International Patent Specialist (Annuities) leads annuity outsourcing efforts, coordinates client, foreign agent, and vendor annuity related tasks, and provides full support to patent attorneys and agents in filing and maintaining international and foreign national applications and patents. Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Annuities Specialist responsibilities: Actively encourage clients to outsource annuity and maintenance fee management in accordance with firm risk management requirements. Support the outsourcing process by collaborating with the designated annuity vendors on client account set-up and data migration Ensure all annuity and maintenance fees are timely paid until annuity responsibility has transitioned to the client Interact with foreign agents to ensure they are aware of the client's annuity payment preferences Review and confirm that all annuity related correspondence is processed according to the firm's risk management procedures Collaborate with clients to identify, establish, and maintain data integrity, to implement consistent internal processes and applicable database management in support of client and firm objectives Review, research and resolve data discrepancy reports from the annuity vendors, foreign agents and clients as requested Regularly audit annuity deadlines and information in Cooley systems for accuracy and completeness Prepare client specific annuity reports Confirm and transmit annuity payment instructions Reconcile payment confirmation reports and provide preliminary approval of invoices Coordinate with the IP Client Transition Team to ensure annuity payment preferences are confirmed Timely respond to client requests for budget information International Patent Specialist (IPS) responsibilities: Coordinate with IP professional staff and practitioners as well as clients and foreign associates, with respect to all international patent prosecution matters Monitor due dates and provide timely reminders to responsible attorneys/agents and clients. Responsible for meeting all assigned foreign due dates Prepare and file PCT applications, foreign direct applications, foreign national phase applications, foreign design applications, and foreign divisional applications Examine all incoming PCT actions and ensure timely reporting, prepare responses to invitations, requests under 92bis, publications, article 19/34 amendments, chapter II demands, search reports, written opinions, POA's, IPRP's and other formal communications Handle all foreign actions and reporting including formalities (e.g., POA's, assignments, declarations, certified copies of formal documents, etc.), status checks, requests for examination, publications, voluntary amendments, responses to official actions, notices of allowance, issue fee payments, grant, and patent term extensions Analyze correspondence received from USPTO, WIPO, foreign national patent offices, and foreign associates to ensure accuracy of information for docketing purposes Sustain working knowledge of changes in international patent prosecution rules, and facilitate with management and suggest procedural modifications to accommodate changes Generate foreign prosecution cost estimates and patent prosecution budgets as requested Conduct worldwide searches to create portfolio status charts as requested Complete administrative tasks including request docket numbers, create new files, maintain client data rooms, run patent reports, transfer in/out of patent matters and other special projects as assigned with support of assigned administrative staff, where applicable Review daily and weekly docket reports provided by the central IP Docketing Department. Provide detailed docket annotations related to upcoming dates on a daily basis Maintain double docket Assist practitioners on all aspects of foreign filing and prosecution, as requested Skills & Experience Required: Available to work overtime, as required After orientation at Cooley LLP, exhibit proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, iManage and other firm applications 3+ years experience in an IPS or equivalent role including direct responsibility for the tracking and payment of annuities, interacting with annuity vendors, and outsourcing responsibility for annuity payments. Preferred: Bachelor's Degree Previous law firm experience Experience researching IP status and history in PTO databases, including USPTO systems (PAIR, PatentCenter, TSDR), WIPO Patentscope and Madrid Monitor, the EPO Patent Register, and EUIPO eSearch, as well as public databases in other jurisdictions Possess working knowledge and keep abreast of rules according to USPTO procedures, 37 C.F.R., the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure (MPEP) rules, and the Trademark Manual of Examining Procedure (TMEP) Competencies Customer service oriented, as demonstrated by strong attention to detail, organization and ability to prioritize work tasks and manage deadlines based upon internal and external client needs Ability to work independently and under pressure/tight time constraints Creative and entrepreneurial approach to problem-solving and process improvement Flexible and agile, ability to reprioritize with changes in the business Strong initiative and a get-it-done attitude Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Cooley offers a competitive compensation and excellent benefits package and is committed to fair and equitable employment practices. EOE. The expected hourly pay range for this position with a work schedule of 40 hours per week is $46.50 - $68.00 ($96,720.00 - $141,440.00 annually). Please note that final offer amount will be dependent on geographic location, applicable experience and skillset of the candidate. We offer a full range of elective benefits including medical, health savings account (with applicable medical plan), dental, vision, health and/or dependent care flexible spending accounts, pre-tax commuter benefits, life insurance, AD&D, long-term care coverage, backup care for children and/or adults and other parental support benefits. In addition to elective benefit options, benefited employees receive firm-paid life insurance, AD&D, LTD, short term medical benefits as well as 20 days of Paid Time Off (“PTO”) and 10 paid holidays each year. We provide generous parental leave and fertility benefits. New employees will attend a detailed benefit orientation to learn more about our many benefits and resources.

Cooley is seeking an Information Governance (IG) Compliance Manager to join the IG & Privacy team. Cooley Information Governance & Privacy embraces a culture of customer service excellence and all members of the department are expected to move this agenda forward. To that end, the IG Compliance Manager is expected to recognize that the Cooley Information Governance and Privacy department is a service organization first and foremost and will be evaluated on this requirement equal in importance to the technical or operational responsibilities outlined later in this document. Responsible for the management of the Information Governance Compliance team and its functions including the management of IG Compliance personnel, the transfer of client/matter records, the import of client/matter records, records retention/destruction and legal holds. The Information Governance Compliance Manager is responsible for the management of the Information Governance Compliance team and its functions including the management of IG Compliance team, transfer of client/matter records and import of client/matter records, records retention/destruction and legal holds. Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Position responsibilities: Manage IG Compliance team and process around the transfer of client/matter records, the import of client/matter records, records retention/destruction and legal holds Develop goals and objectives for the Information Governance Compliance team in conjunction with IG strategic planning Prepare preliminary annual expense and capital operating budget for the compliance team and monitor monthly expenditures Contribute ongoing analysis and requirements gathering specific to the maintenance of the IG framework (policy, standard operating procedures) Develop, implement, and manage systems and procedures for the timely transfer of client/matter records to clients or outside counsel and the import of client/matter records Develop, implement, and manage systems and procedures for records disposition Develop IG compliance training programs for end users Manage and/or supervise Compliance team including hiring, training, evaluation, counseling, and termination, as necessary. Evaluate headcount resource requirements and provide recommendations to maximize capacity and staffing ratio efficiencies Develop and provide training programs to maximize team skills and knowledge Understand all aspects of the firm's IG Policy and be able to articulate relative obligations to firm stakeholders Manage issued legal holds and coordinate the identification, collection and production of potentially responsive information, and closure in compliance with established policy and procedures Audit and track the firms' responsibilities against Outside Counsel Guideline agreements Apply industry principles and theories of data protection, privacy and business confidentiality to the records and information management process Address records information management requirements for the records lifecycle Work closely and effectively with senior management, department and business group leaders, and IS to ensure information governance programs are adhered to and maintained Negotiate and recommend vendor contracts for functions related to Compliance Remain current in emerging technologies and trends to manage information assets; recommend appropriate changes to improve compliance functions Identify projects and coordinate resources to ensure successful completion of projects and achieve organizational goals and objectives Coordinate project work including IG specific matter mobility departing attorney responsibilities, client file transfers, record retention, legal holds, etc Develop and maintain departmental documentation of procedures Serve as direct supervisor and mentor to direct reports Provide day-to-day supervision of direct reports, ensure compliance with assigned work hours and monitor for compliance with all firm and department policies. Manage staffing coverage, review and process time logs/time off requests Support business professional development and continued educational opportunities In collaboration with immediate supervisor and CN HR, participate in hiring, performance appraisals, counseling, termination and other employee lifecycle events All other duties as assigned or required Skills and experience: Required: After orientation at Cooley LLP, exhibit proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, iManage and other firm applications Ability to work extended and/or weekend hours, as required Ability to travel, as required 5+ years technical skills relevant to IG management systems (RMS/DMS), including areas specific to data mapping, data conversion; document properties and metadata management (classification, coding and security); and data protection, privacy and business confidentiality. Senior candidates must have 7+ years applicable experience in the field with 3+ years of management experience in relevant roles. Solid experience with industry best practices for electronic and physical data retention and organization Experience with and ability to handle print and electronic collections Preferred: Bachelor's degree preferably in IT, Library Science, Records or associated discipline Experience coordinating the implementation of new technologies Strong project management skills Experience with one or more RIM enterprise technology solutions used for the management of both physical and electronic information, e.g., Autonomy iRM, HP WRM, ARM, FileSurf, LegalKey Strong understanding of GARP (Generally Accepted Recordkeeping Principles) Certified Records Manager (CRM) credentials and/or Information Governance Professional (IGP) credentials Experience working for a law firm or other profession services organization Supervisory experience Competencies: Excellent verbal and written communication abilities Ability to communicate technology needs/issues with Information Services professional staff Exceptional customer services and interpersonal skills Strong management skills; leadership, organizational ability, decision-making, and problem-solving Demonstrated team player Attention to detail Professional demeanor and ability to work with others Reliable and cooperative manner and ability to work well under pressure Ability to keep current with new developments, master new technologies, and adapt to change Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where priorities change frequently Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment Able to manage multiple offices in US/International time zones Cooley offers a competitive compensation and excellent benefits package and is committed to fair and equitable employment practices. EOE. The expected annual pay range for this position with a full-time schedule is $110,000 - $155,000. Senior level candidates may be considered for this position and would be eligible for a higher salary range based on experience. Please note that final offer amount will be dependent on geographic location, applicable experience and skillset of the candidate. We offer a full range of elective benefits including medical, health savings account (with applicable medical plan), dental, vision, health and/or dependent care flexible spending accounts, pre-tax commuter benefits, life insurance, AD&D, long-term care coverage, backup care for children and/or adults and other parental support benefits. In addition to elective benefit options, benefited employees receive firm-paid life insurance, AD&D, LTD, short term medical benefits as well as 21 days of Paid Time Off (“PTO”) and 10 paid holidays each year. We provide generous parental leave and fertility benefits. New employees will attend a detailed benefit orientation to learn more about our many benefits and resources.

Build your big career with the firm that does Big Law, Better. McDermott Will & Schulte is a leading global law firm that brings together more than 1,750 lawyers and 3,200 business professionals. We celebrate excellence, collaboration, and community and have been recognized as a top workplace by USA Today, Fortune, The American Lawyer, Vault and others. We are also certified by Great Place to Work. At McDermott, we don't just invest in your future, we accelerate your career - wherever it may lead. That includes supporting you both in and outside of the office. With us, you'll find: * A firm where everyone belongs: Our award-winning culture prioritizes warmth and authenticity - we encourage you to be yourself! * Enthusiasm for all perspectives: We're smarter and stronger when everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. We welcome unique viewpoints and ideas, and we make opportunities for you and your career to thrive. * Support to feel your best and do your best: Wellness is integral to building a successful career and a rich life. That's why our benefits program supports your physical, emotional, mental, and financial health, with an emphasis on work-life balance. * Real rewards for real work: We offer generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence. Job Description: The Application Integration Engineer develops, maintains and supports the Firm's portfolio of financial applications, including an in-depth understanding of the overall architecture of the applications and supporting infrastructure (i.e. servers, Citrix, mobile functions, security, and databases). This role supports all stages of system development, including gathering requirements, technical design, coding, unit and integration testing, deployment, and post-production support. This position regularly interacts with end users, firm wide and local IT groups, and outside vendors. The Application Integration Engineer works under general supervision and relies on experience and judgement to plan and accomplish goals. Summary: The Application Integration Engineer develops, maintains and supports the Firm's portfolio of financial applications, including an in-depth understanding of the overall architecture of the applications and supporting infrastructure (i.e. servers, Citrix, mobile functions, security, and databases). This role supports all stages of system development, including gathering requirements, technical design, coding, unit and integration testing, deployment, and post-production support. This position regularly interacts with end users, firm wide and local IT groups, and outside vendors. The Application Integration Engineer works under general supervision and relies on experience and judgement to plan and accomplish goals. As Application Integration Engineer, you will: * Collaborate with users and business process owners to understand, capture, and document application requirements; analyze requirements and convert them into functional and technical designs * Develop user interfaces, middle tier objects, and stored procedures using Firm's standard toolkit to solve unique business problems * Enhance functionality of commercial-off-the-shelf products by learning and using supported Application Program Interfaces (API's) and/or database development * Develop solutions to facilitate integration between applications * Coordinate with vendors, as needed, to expedite the troubleshooting/resolution process * Create detailed documentation of all development and maintenance activities * Research product updates and execute plan for patching/upgrading systems to ensure applications stay current and within vendor's support requirements Job Specifications: * Bachelor's degree in computer science or closely related field or equivalent experience * At least five (5) years of related experience * Ability to develop user interfaces, middle tier objects, and stored procedures * Ability to design, develop, test, and implement applications * Strong analytical skills, ability to think logical and rational * Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities * Ability to deduce consequences from what is known and use information to independently solve problems * Ability to work independently and under own direction and initiative as well in a collaborative team environment * Ability to handle and maintain confidential information * Ability to work flexible and/or fluctuating work hours * Strong customer service skills #Aderant #Elite #3E #FinancialSystems #LI - JL1 #LI - Hybrid Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Target Hiring Range $103,000 - $159,000. Please note that quoted salary ranges are not guarantees of what final salary offers may be. Base pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. Base pay is only one part of the Total Rewards that MWE provides to compensate and recognize our staff professionals for their work. Full time positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package. Successful candidates will be provided with outstanding career opportunities and will receive a competitive total rewards package with the opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses. Physical Demands and Work Environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands: * While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, talk and hear * Employee must occasionally lift up to twenty (20) pounds Work Environment: Typical indoor office environment Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people within this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this job.

Cooley is seeking a Technology Manager of Learning & Adoption to join the Client Services team. Cooley Technology embraces a culture of customer service excellence, and all members of the department are expected to move this agenda forward. To that end, the Technology Manager of Learning & Adoption (“L&A”) leads a global team of learning professionals, providing strategic direction across all L&A functions to drive group success and ensure alignment with the firm's business goals and priorities. This position is responsible for the strategic vision, design, development, delivery, and administration of all technology learning resources and related change-management initiatives firmwide. The manager will create multi-faceted awareness and learning campaigns that drive engagement, retention, and measurable outcomes. They will play a pivotal role in driving the effective use and adoption of technology across the firm. Specific duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Position responsibilities: Develop, unify, and champion the vision and strategy for Technology Learning & Adoption firmwide, aligning initiatives with the firm's overall business needs and technology roadmap Establish and maintain strong relationships with key internal stakeholders, including local office Directors of Administration, HR and other business department leaders and professionals, Technology peers, Innovation, Resource Attorneys and external vendors where appropriate, to understand business priorities and gain sponsorship for initiatives Ensure the team delivers the highest possible value to the firm by staying business/practice outcome focused and being accessible to Cooley, our lawyers and our business professionals Develop and implement change management strategies for new technology initiatives, software launches, upgrades/redesigns, and application rollouts that drive awareness and persona(role)-based ability Drive adoption of new tools and processes by designing and delivering targeted communications, training, and in-person support across the firm Anticipate and proactively address resistance to change, ensuring smooth transitions and positive outcomes Oversee the coordination of new hire technology training and Technology onboarding processes for all personnel Coordinate with other teams to ensure curriculum consistency and support global learning initiatives Utilize subject matter experts from various firm departments to collect and distribute essential knowledge Analyze learning data to identify trends, monitor and measure the effectiveness of training programs, and report on key metrics and the impact of learning initiatives. Continuously look for new methods of gathering customer feedback Responsible for the development and maintenance of the L&A budget As appropriate, lead or participate in projects of varying scope, in collaboration with the firm's practice offices, practice groups, departments, clients, and vendors and present in meetings, as needed Build and empower teams by providing support, resources, and autonomy they need to excel and achieve goals Responsible for all aspects of the design, development, delivery, and administration of learning resources presented within a blended L&A program Ensure the team comprehensively supports technology topics relevant to firm personnel Ensure learning L&A adapts the firm's technology curriculum to the needs of each individual learner using appropriate adult learning strategies that support continuous skill improvement Ensure the team provides resources that go beyond learners' expectations, using delivery methods that are both innovative and effective in driving learner retention Ensure learners have the opportunity to develop skills through proactive and responsive targeted one on one in person training, coaching and in virtual classes Oversee learning technology as it relates to the Technology Department, partnering with other entities at the firm where appropriate Lead, facilitate, and supervise coaching sessions of immersive learning through direct role observation, ensuring team members gain direct insights and practical experience by observing and learning from employees in real-time workplace scenarios. Leverage insights gathered from immersive role observation sessions to identify workflow inefficiencies, promote greater awareness of existing tools and resources Organize comprehensive testing of new software applications for functionality and usability to inform the development of new technology learning offerings Stay abreast of emerging technology trends and advancements in adult learning methodologies and educational technology Serve as direct supervisor and mentor to direct reports Provide day-to-day supervision of direct reports, ensure compliance with assigned work hours and monitor for compliance with all firm and department policies. Manage staffing coverage, review and process time logs/time off requests Support business professional development and continued educational opportunities In collaboration with immediate supervisor and CN HR, participate in hiring, performance appraisals, counseling, termination and other employee lifecycle events Other duties as assigned or required Skills and experience: Required: After orientation at Cooley LLP, exhibit proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, iManage and other firm applications Ability to work extended and/or weekend hours, as required Ability to travel, as required 5+ years direct applicable experience (e.g., technical learning and training). Senior candidates must have 7+ years applicable experience in the field with 2+ years of exempt/management experience in relevant roles. Strong knowledge of Microsoft products including M365 suite Strong knowledge of other products including desktop hardware (PCs, notebooks, printers, scanners, mobile devices, etc.) Current knowledge of adult learning methodology Understanding of educational technology, e-learning, and other learning delivery methods used by Technology Learning & Adoption Preferred: Bachelor's degree in a field related to education, technology or business Post Graduate degree/certifications Experience managing teams Prior technical writing or visual design experience History of developing and supporting innovative learning and engagement methods Strong understanding of risk management issues applicable to complex projects Prior law firm or legal experience Active involvement in learning and engagement professional organizations Experience collaborating with and managing a geographically dispersed team Competencies: Fundamental commitment to customer service excellence and excellent customer service skills. Strong problem solving and analytical skills Excellent oral and written communications skills Ability to keep up with a fast-paced environment Dedication to quality service, creativity, strong problem solving and analytical skills, excellent initiative and assertiveness, and the desire to work in a team-oriented environment. Outstanding project management skills to coordinate multiple complex projects simultaneously required Effective presentation skills Understanding of firmwide goals and the role of the department in accomplishing those goals Willingness to adjust to organizational change and manage priorities effectively Desire to be a lifelong learner, especially when it comes to topics related to learning and adoption Passion for creating blended learning programs Exceptional creativity, attention to detail, initiative, and assertiveness Willingness to suggest solutions and improvements while maintaining a positive attitude Excellent project management skills, especially when managing multiple complex projects simultaneously Cooley offers a competitive compensation and excellent benefits package and is committed to fair and equitable employment practices. EOE. The expected annual pay range for this position with a work schedule of 40 hours per week is $125,000 - $190,000. Please note that final offer amount will be dependent on geographic location, applicable experience and skillset of the candidate. Senior level candidates may be considered for this position and would be eligible for a higher salary range based on experience. We offer a full range of elective benefits including medical, health savings account (with applicable medical plan), dental, vision, health and/or dependent care flexible spending accounts, pre-tax commuter benefits, life insurance, AD&D, long-term care coverage, backup care for children and/or adults and other parental support benefits. In addition to elective benefit options, benefited employees receive firm-paid life insurance, AD&D, LTD, short term medical benefits as well as 21 days of Paid Time Off (“PTO”) and 10 paid holidays each year. We provide generous parental leave and fertility benefits. New employees will attend a detailed benefit orientation to learn more about our many benefits and resources.

Cooley is seeking a E-Discovery Review Attorney to join the Litigation & E-Discovery Services team. As part of the Litigation and E-Discovery Services group, the E-Discovery Review Attorney provides support related to the discovery of electronically stored information in litigation. The E-Discovery Review Attorney has strong experience with electronic discovery review platforms and document review workflows. In addition to performing substantive document review, this attorney manages teams of temporary contract attorneys and provides project management support to Cooley case teams. Specific duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Position responsibilities: Plan, conduct, and supervise strategic document review and production Provide guidance and legal support to case teams with document review process management, including preparing review playbooks, review protocols, training reviewers, supervising reviews, privilege review processes and communicating effectively with case teams and vendors regarding project status, issues, and timelines Advise attorneys and clients on best practices and procedures related to ESI search and review in litigation, regulatory investigations, and other matters Coordinate with the Firm's Director of Contract Professionals regarding the hiring and administrative aspects of temporary review attorneys Manage teams of temporary review attorneys including tracking metrics and providing feedback on performance, quality control, and other issues as they arise Perform substantive document review hosted in Relativity and other document review platforms Review and code documents for relevance, issues, confidentiality, and privilege Perform privilege review and redactions, and assist with preparation of privilege logs Perform targeted searches to assist case teams with fact development and deposition preparation Coordinate with other LEDS business professionals to perform final quality control and confirm proper workflows have been followed Recommend strategies and help design defensible and cost-effective document review plans Assist case teams with keyword development, document sampling and other strategies to reduce document review costs Stay current on developing E-Discovery law and procedures, including, the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and applicable state rules regarding privilege and proportionality Coordinate and work collaboratively with LEDS analysts, managers and trial services specialists Ensure firm policies and procedures are followed to manage risk and costs Work closely with department management regarding strategic direction of electronic discovery services to improve services, increase efficiency and reduce risk and cost Travel to other Cooley offices and client sites as necessary and directed by LEDS management Expectation to bill time on hourly basis Ensure accurate and timely entry of billable and non-billable time and review IntApp entries prior to month-end closing All other duties as assigned or required Skills and experience: Required: After orientation at Cooley LLP, exhibit proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, iManage and other firm applications Ability to work extended and/or weekend hours, as required Ability to travel, as required JD Degree 2+ years performing and managing complex litigation document reviews and electronic discovery projects Active member in good standing of state bar, in the state in which they reside and Cooley-based office Experience with relational document review databases such as Relativity Preferred: Experience working in a law firm in a litigation or E-Discovery attorney capacity Experience working for an E-Discovery service provider Some electronic discovery certifications or specialized training Competencies: Excellent communication skills, including strong writing abilities Strong analytical skills, solid judgment and ability to identify and manage risk Strong project management, organizational and documentation skills Ability to work independently and under pressure/tight time constraints High aptitude for multi-tasking Creative approach to problem-solving and process improvement Strong analytical ability and implementation skills Flexible and agile, ability to reprioritize with changes in the business Ability to meet deadlines and effectively complete operational and project-based assignments. Strong initiative and a get-it-done attitude Excellent interpersonal, leadership and management skills Customer service oriented, as demonstrated by strong attention to detail, organization and ability to prioritize work tasks and manage deadlines based upon internal and external client need Cooley offers a competitive compensation and excellent benefits package and is committed to fair and equitable employment practices. EOE. The expected annual pay range for this position with a full-time schedule is $175,000 - $187,500. Please note that final offer amount will be dependent on geographic location, applicable experience and skillset of the candidate. We offer a full range of elective benefits including medical, health savings account (with applicable medical plan), dental, vision, health and/or dependent care flexible spending accounts, pre-tax commuter benefits, life insurance, AD&D, long-term care coverage, backup care for children and/or adults and other parental support benefits. In addition to elective benefit options, benefited employees receive firm-paid life insurance, AD&D, LTD, short term medical benefits as well as 21 days of Paid Time Off (“PTO”) and 10 paid holidays each year. We provide generous parental leave and fertility benefits. New employees will attend a detailed benefit orientation to learn more about our many benefits and resources.