Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Baker Donelson
Job overview
The Legal Project Manager at Baker Donelson's Client Solutions Group leads project management initiatives to optimize legal operations and deliver client value across the firm's portfolio.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves managing client portfolios, implementing project and knowledge management tools, supporting legal operations, conducting trainings, and collaborating with the Legal Process Engineering team to drive process improvements and innovation.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers competitive compensation with a salary range of $60,000 - $70,000 for New Jersey applicants, along with comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid medical leave, new parent benefits, paid time off, and 401(k) matching.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have a bachelor's degree, preferably a law degree and legal practice experience, project management certification or willingness to obtain, process improvement certification or willingness to obtain, and strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Career development
The firm emphasizes professional growth through collaboration with experts, innovation, and comprehensive professional development programs.
Work environment and culture
Baker Donelson fosters an inclusive, innovative culture with a client-focused, collaborative environment supported by advanced technology and flexibility including hybrid/remote work options.
Company information
Baker Donelson is a 130-year-old law firm with over 700 attorneys across 20+ offices and 30 practice areas, serving clients globally with a commitment to inclusion, innovation, and client partnership.
Team overview
The Legal Project Manager joins the Client Solutions Group, a team of lawyers, technologists, and consultants focused on reinventing legal service delivery through technology and process innovation.
Job location and travel
This position can be based at any Baker Donelson office location with flexible hybrid or remote work options.
Application process
Applicants must submit a resume; only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted after review by the hiring committee.
Unique job features
The role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge project management tools, AI-driven legal solutions, and to contribute to innovative legal service delivery projects.
Company overview
Baker Donelson is a prominent law firm offering a wide range of legal services across multiple industries, including healthcare, financial services, and real estate. They generate revenue through client fees for legal representation, advisory services, and litigation support. Founded in 1888, the firm has grown significantly, now boasting over 700 attorneys and public policy advisors in more than 20 offices across the Southeastern United States and Washington, D.C. Their commitment to client service and innovation has earned them numerous accolades, making them a reputable choice for legal careers.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your project management experience, especially in legal operations, process improvement, and technology implementation, aligning with Baker Donelson's Client Solutions Group focus.
Emphasize skills in collaboration tools like MS 365, SharePoint, and HighQ, your ability to analyze data and generate actionable reports, and any experience with legal practice or legal technology.
Apply through Baker Donelson's official corporate careers site and also on LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and reach.
Connect with current Legal Project Managers or members of the Client Solutions Group on LinkedIn; start conversations by commenting on recent firm innovations or asking about their experience working on technology-driven legal projects.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords from the job description such as 'legal project management,' 'process improvement,' 'knowledge management,' 'client portfolio management,' and specific tools like 'MS 365' and 'SharePoint.'
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