Legal Technology Specialist

Legal Technology Specialist Burress Injury Law PLLC McKinney, TX Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Profit sharing Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Application Integration Dashboard development Bachelor's degree in information technology Automation Data migration Westlaw Data reporting Mid-level Improving operational efficiency 3 years Personal injury law Technical solutions implementation Clio Bachelor's degree Developing new training programs Participating in conferences Bachelor's degree in legal studies IT Systems & applications support Legal case management AI Paralegal experience Communication skills Staff development Information Technology Full Job Description High-level and rapidly growing plaintiffs' personal injury firm seeks a talented, forward-thinking Legal Technology Specialist to join our dynamic team. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Legal Operations, this role will be instrumental in advancing our firm's technological capabilities to better serve clients. The Legal Technology Specialist will bridge the gap between legal practice and technology, focusing on implementing and optimizing our case management software, Filevine. This position requires a unique blend of legal and technological expertise to drive operational efficiency and innovation within the firm. Please do not call our office inquiring about the job posting. Reports to :

Vice-President of Legal Operations Payroll Status:

Full-Time Location:

McKinney, TX Firm Compensation includes: Competitive salary commensurate with experience Generous 401(k) with firm matching component & discretionary profit sharing Health Insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Over 3 weeks of PTO that increases to 4 weeks after 5 years of employment

Responsibilities:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Software Management:

Lead the customization and optimization of Filevine, including template creation, FVDA, and Lead Docket integration.

Technical Support:

Serve as the primary point of contact for troubleshooting technology issues across the firm. Manage existing firm-wide software systems, including Egnyte, Microsoft 365, and Kofax, in conjunction with our outside IT management company.

System Optimization:

Regularly assess the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of IT systems, software applications, and vendors. Recommend and implement improvements to address the firm's needs.

Innovation:

Stay abreast of the latest trends in legal technology, particularly AI applications relevant to personal injury law. Implement innovative solutions to enhance firm efficiency and revenue.

Training and Development:

Develop and conduct training programs for staff on new technologies and best practices.

Project Collaboration:

Work closely with the VP of Legal Operations on technology-related projects and initiatives.

Continuous Learning:

Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive developments through ongoing education, conference attendance, and professional networking.

Qualifications:

Required:

3+ years of experience in technology (legal technology, paralegal work, or a similar role within the legal industry, not required but definitely a plus). Experience with legal document generation and case management software systems (e.g., Filevine, MyCase, Clio, Smokeball, FVDA, ClioDraft, Westlaw Form Builder, HotDocs, TXdocs). Strong technical skills, including document automation and basic coding. Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Proximity to McKinney, TX. This is not a remote position.

Preferred:

Experience administering and configuring a law firm's case management system, including setting up and maintaining user accounts, customizing workflows and templates, managing system-wide settings and integrations, implementing data migration and upgrades, and developing custom reports and dashboards. Familiarity with personal injury law and related workflows. Experience with AI applications in the legal sector. Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Information Technology, Legal Studies). Knowledge of data analytics and reporting tools. About Company Burress Injury Law PLLC is one of the most respected personal injury firms in North Texas. We fight for injured clients with precision, compassion, and relentless preparation. Our team handles complex pre-litigation and litigation matters, including catastrophic injury, motor vehicle collisions, premises liability, and wrongful death cases. We are a growth-minded, performance-driven firm with high standards, a strong culture, and a commitment to doing things the right way. Our core value is Winning with Compassion, and we expect excellence from every member of our team. Please do not call our office inquiring about the job posting.