NOTE TO EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES: Please do not submit resumes through this link or via direct messaging. Thank you. IT Project and Product Manager DiCello Levitt LLP Chicago, IL Join a firm that is shaping front-page headlines pursuing justice every day, whether litigating some of the most significant civil and human rights cases of our time or ensuring that companies take responsibility for their actions and remediate the harm they have caused. DiCello Levitt, a nationally prominent, Chambers and Benchmark-rated law firm with offices nationwide, is seeking an IT Project & Product Manager in Chicago, IL. Firm Description: DiCello Levitt is a leading national plaintiffs’ law firm representing clients in class action, business-to-business, public client, whistleblower, personal injury, civil rights, and mass tort litigation. The firm has delivered $20B+ in awards and settlements to our clients and has been recognized for our excellence in litigation by Chambers USA, Law360, Benchmark Litigation, Lawdragon, and The National Law Journal. Position Summary: The Project and Product Manager plays a pivotal role in driving innovation and operational excellence within the firm, combining strategic product leadership with hands-on project execution to deliver technology solutions and process improvements that enhance legal service delivery, client experience, and internal efficiency. This role will work closely with attorneys, operations, IT, and external partners to define product roadmaps, lead project implementation, and ensure alignment with business goals and regulatory standards. Role and Responsibilities: Project Management • Lead crossfunctional teams in the planning and execution of legal operations and technology projects. • Develop project scopes, timelines, budgets, and resource plans. • Manage risks, dependencies, and change requests throughout the project lifecycle. • Facilitate communication between legal, IT, compliance, and external vendors. Product Management • Define and manage the roadmap for legal tech products, including client portals, document automation tools, and case management systems. • Collaborate with attorneys, legal operations, IT, and clients to gather requirements and translate them into product features. • Conduct user research and competitive analysis within the legal tech space. • Ensure products comply with legal industry standards, data privacy regulations, and client confidentiality requirements. • Monitor product performance and user adoption; iterate based on feedback. Desired Skills and Qualifications The successful candidate should have the following qualifications: • Project Management Methodologies: Knowledge of Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies. • Project Management: Ability to plan, execute, and deliver projects on time and within scope using tools like Jira, Asana, or MS Project. • Product Management: Skilled in defining product roadmaps, gathering user requirements, and managing product backlogs. • Communication: Strong written communication skills for interacting with legal professionals, technical teams, and stakeholders. • Analytical Thinking: Ability to analyze user feedback, product performance, and legal processes to inform decisions. • Collaboration: Skilled at leading crossfunctional teams and facilitating alignment across groups. • Problem Solving: Ability to identify inefficiencies in legal processes and propose innovative, techenabled solutions. • Adaptability: Comfortable navigating the evolving legal tech landscape and adjusting to changing priorities. • Detail orientation: Strong attention to detail in managing legal requirements, documentation, and project deliverables. Education and Experience: • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, Computer Science, or related field (JD, MBA, or PMP a plus). • 37 years of experience in product or project management, preferably in a legal, compliance, or professional services environment. • Familiarity with legal practice management systems (e.g., SalesForce, Litify, NetDocuments). • Strong understanding of legal workflows, terminology, and regulatory considerations. • Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Asana, Jira, MS Project) and collaboration platforms (e.g., SharePoint, Teams). • Experience working in or with law firms, legal departments, or legal tech startups. • Knowledge of legal data privacy standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPPA, CCPA). • Technical background or experience working with software development teams. What DiCello Levitt Offers: Salary Range: $140,000 to 150,000 annually • Salary is dependent on experience and location. Benefits: • Comprehensive benefits package, effective the first day of the month following your start date: medical, dental, vision • Health Savings Account (HSA) • Life Insurance • Additional Insurance Plans: Accident Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, ShortTerm Disability, and Pet Insurance • 401(k) retirement savings plan with 3% employer contribution Time Off: • Personal Time Off (PTO) • Sick Leave Time (SLT) • 10 Paid Holidays DiCello Levitt LLP is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination. The Firm prohibits unlawful discrimination in any term or condition of employment against any employee or applicant for employment because of the individual's race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, membership or service in the armed forces, or any other characteristic protected by law. DiCello Levitt LLP does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of DiCello Levitt LLP without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of DiCello Levitt LLP. Please, no phone calls or emails. DiCello Levitt LLP provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities during the interviewing process and on the job. Please include any reasonable accommodation needs in your application. For more information, visit our website: www.dicellolevitt.com.