Manager – Legal Solutions

Faegre Drinker

Manager leading AI-enabled legal workflows, prompt engineering, and legal technology innovation at Faegre Drinker law firm. Mentoring Legal Solutions Architects and partnering with attorneys, consultants, engineers, and clients.

Posted 8/14/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois, Minnesota, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $215,133 - $248,467 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in AI tools and legal technology, with a strong focus on developing and optimizing AI-assisted workflows for legal processes. Proven ability to lead and mentor multidisciplinary teams while fostering professional growth and managing complex initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

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Juris Doctor (J.D.)Active Bar MembershipLegal Technology ExperiencePeople LeadershipAI Platforms Experience

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Hard Skills

AI Agent DevelopmentPrompt EngineeringWorkflow AutomationLegal Process EvaluationDocument Automation

Soft Skills

Exceptional CommunicationAnalytical Problem-SolvingRelationship ManagementMentoring and CoachingDiplomacy

Tools & Technologies

Harvey AI PlatformKnowledge Management SystemsLegal Technology Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

Juris Doctor (J.D.)Active Bar Membership

Industry Keywords

Legal TechnologyProcess ImprovementAI GovernanceLegal OperationsDigital Tools

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with practice groups, attorneys, consulting professionals, and clients to identify opportunities for digital tools, automation, and AI-enabled capabilities
Design, build, test, and maintain AI agents and AI-assisted workflows for legal processes
Lead training sessions, workshops, and individual coaching for attorneys and legal consultants
Champion AI tools by responding to questions, troubleshooting issues, and sharing best practices
Develop, test, and maintain a library of optimized prompts for legal workflows
Apply prompt engineering best practices and version control while gathering user feedback
Lead, coach, and develop a multidisciplinary team of Legal Solutions Architects
Provide mentorship, feedback, accountability, and support for professional growth and team engagement
Monitor developments in legal technology and AI
Evaluate emerging platforms and participate in AI governance committees and pilot programs
Support special projects and perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
Active bar membership in good standing
Minimum of seven years practicing law in a law firm, legal services organization, or professional environment
Minimum of five years of people leadership or team development experience through management, mentoring, coaching, training, or guiding work and holding team members accountable
Demonstrated interest or practical experience in legal technology, innovation, legal operations, or process improvement
Experience with legal technology platforms such as document automation, knowledge management systems, or workflow automation tools
Strong preference for practical experience with Harvey or comparable legal-specific AI platforms
Exceptional communication, presentation, and relationship management skills
Ability to translate complex legal and technical concepts for attorneys, engineers, and clients
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to evaluate legal processes and identify operational and technology-enabled improvement opportunities
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, matrixed environment and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
Ability to build relationships across practice groups, technology teams, and innovation functions
Strong analytical, problem-solving, diplomacy, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Ability to communicate effectively in a virtual environment
Ability to work calmly and effectively in a high-pressure, deadline-oriented environment
Ability to use judgment, initiative, discretion, and handle highly confidential information
Ability to work independently, organize and prioritize work accurately, and remain detail-oriented

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working environment for work-life success
Opportunity to participate in firm-sponsored volunteer events
Wellness programming with personalized content and activities
Professional environment and the opportunity to work with experts at the top of their fields
Variety of health plan options
Dental plan
Vision plan
401(k) plan
Generous paid time off
Discretionary bonus
Life insurance
Health insurance
Accident insurance
Disability insurance