Job opening · Ref VPO-0859
Litigation Associate, Washington D.C. · Vault Top 20 Firm
The role integrates AI capabilities into core litigation work, not as a box-checking exercise but as genuine practice transformation. You'll work alongside partners shaping the future of law practice with AI, on complex, fast-moving matters. The position requires both strong litigation fundamentals and hands-on facility with AI tools—large language models, AI-assisted research platforms, and document review systems—used daily.
The work:
- Litigation fundamentals: depositions, pleadings, discovery drafting, court appearances, legal research
- Case management: supervising associates, organizing trainings, managing budgets and staffing
- AI application: designing document review processes, identifying and deploying AI solutions across practice areas, training others
- Maintaining active pro bono practice
- Expert collaboration and strategy work
What they're looking for:
- 1-6 years litigation experience with JD
- Active daily use of LLMs, AI research platforms, document review AI
- Critical assessment of AI capabilities and limitations; sound judgment on when AI output needs verification
- Strong technical curiosity; keeps current on model releases and AI developments
- Commitment to AI as transformative to legal practice, not just productivity
- Strong academics, excellent writing and communication, bar membership
- Pro bono commitment and collaborative team orientation
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