Legal Practice Manager

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Summary

The Legal Practice Manager (LPM) in collaboration with and in support of the firms strategic initiatives is a strategic business professional responsible for supporting a partner or group of partners with a large and complex practice. As the Legal Practice Manager you will ensure seamless integration of billing matter management and administrative functions across multiple teams. You will act as the central coordinator and leader of a multi-disciplinary team of business professionals including pitch and proposal finance billing administrative support and client service while maintaining strong collaboration with attorneys and practice management leadership. You will serve as the operational hub ensuring efficiency accuracy and client satisfaction in all aspects of matter lifecycle management.

Location

This position can sit in any of our U.S. offices and offers a hybrid work schedule.

Responsibilities

Matter & Financial Management

• Oversee pitch and proposal activity matter opening budgeting and compliance with client guidelines.

• Monitor WIP (work-in-progress) billing collections and profitability metrics for the partners portfolio.

• Coordinate with billing teams to ensure timely and accurate invoicing aligned with client requirements.

• Work with collections on tracking payments and allocations.

• Track and report on key financial KPIs proactively identifying risks and opportunities.

Operational Leadership

• Serve as the primary liaison between the partner and internal business teams (finance billing administrative support marketing etc.).

• Lead and coordinate a multi-disciplinary team to deliver exceptional client service and operational excellence including International where involved.

• Implement best practices for matter management workflow optimization and resource allocation.

Client Service & Relationship Support

• Ensure compliance with client outside counsel guidelines and reporting requirements.

• Support client-facing administrative needs including status reports budgets and performance metrics.

• Partner with the firms pricing and legal project management teams to develop and maintain alternative fee arrangements and matter plans.

Process Improvement & Technology

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce administrative burden.

• Leverage firm technology platforms for matter tracking reporting and collaboration.

• Train and mentor team members on best practices and tools.

Desired Skills

Strong understanding of law firm economics billing processes and client service standards. Excellent leadership communication and organizational skills. Proficiency in financial analysis budgeting and matter management systems. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced high-volume environment. Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence without direct authority. Skilled in interpreting financial data and operational metrics. Committed to delivering exceptional service and maintaining strong relationships. Proactive in identifying issues and implementing solutions. Comfortable with legal practice management tools and data analytics platforms

Minimum Education

• Bachelors Degree in Business Administration Finance or related field.

Minimum Years of Experience

• 5 years of experience in legal operations practice management or professional services environment.

Essential Job Expectations

While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees which include but are not limited to:

• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing with clients lawyers business professionals and third parties.

• Produce deliverables answer phone calls and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner.

• Provide timely accurate and quality work product.

• Successfully meet deadlines expectations and perform work duties as required.

• Foster positive work relationships.

• Comply with all firm policies and practices.

• Engage in both physical and sedentary activity such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed.

• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment.

• Perform all other duties tasks or projects as assigned.

Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.

Physical Demands

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift carry push pull or otherwise move objects including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Work Environment

The individual selected for this position may have the opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement comprised of remote and in-office work the requirement for which will be determined in coordination with the hiring manager or supervisor and may be modified in the firms discretion in the future.

Disclaimer

The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties requirements and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firms discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment.

Application Process
Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email.

Accommodation

Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process please contact .

Agency applications will not be considered.

No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.

The firms expected hiring range for this position is $110666 - $175962 per year depending on the candidates geographic market location.

The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidates experience skills educational and professional background and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k).

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