Legal Project Manager

Overview

This is a fully remote Legal Project Manager role with a remote-first team in the Finance Department.

The organization is a global intellectual property law firm established in 1878, serving innovative and influential companies worldwide. It operates with over 400 attorneys and technology specialists across the U.S., Europe, and China. The firm provides legal services in intellectual property and emphasizes diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation matter budgets, forecasts, reporting, and related databases.
• Monitor matter performance and analyze cost and budget variances.
• Identify risks and recommend solutions to align matters with scope, timelines, and budgets.
• Serve as a lead legal project management resource for key clients.
• Provide financial analysis, forecasting, reporting, and cross-functional coordination.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement using AI tools and process enhancements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Legal Project Management/Pricing certification, JD, or MBA preferred.
• Experience in a law firm or professional services environment with knowledge of litigation matters; IP litigation preferred; 5+ years preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, relationship management, and client service skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, legal project management/pricing tools, and AI technologies.

Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated starting pay range: $78,000 to $98,000 per year. Final compensation will be based on education, experience, skills, professional background, and qualifications.
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage.
• Generous paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Retirement and profit sharing plans with employer contribution.
• Family-friendly benefits including back-up child care and health and wellness initiatives.

Location

Fully remote