As Business Development Specialist, you’ll play a key role in helping shape the group’s external presence, supporting pitches and proposals, developing impactful content, and coordinating high-value profile-raising activities. You’ll work closely with lawyers across the litigation group and collaborate with a high-performing marketing and BD team that values creativity, initiative, and follow-through.

This position can be based in our Silicon Valley (CA), San Francisco (CA), Santa Monica (CA), Seattle (WA), or New York (NY) office locations and offers a hybrid work arrangement, allowing you to work both from home and at your designated office. The frequency of in-office work will be determined by business needs and guided by your department's directives.

 

 

Job Description:

Pitch and Proposal Support

• Draft, format, and coordinate client pitches, proposals, and panel submissions in collaboration with partners and BD leadership.
• Develop and maintain litigation-specific marketing content, including representative matters, experience summaries, and practice descriptions.
• Ensure messaging aligns with client needs and reflects the firm’s strengths in both litigation and the industries we serve.

 

Content Development and Thought Leadership

• Help manage the full lifecycle of client alerts, newsletters, and other litigation-related content — from idea to publication.
• Support the planning and execution of webinars, CLEs, panels, and client-facing events.
• Coordinate with PR and Communications teams on external promotion and coverage.

 

Rankings, Directories, and Awards

• Drive the submission process for key rankings such as Chambers, Legal 500, Benchmark Litigation, and other directories.
• Collaborate with attorneys and Communications to prepare materials, coordinate interviews, and ensure timelines are met.
• Track outcomes and assist in building a long-term rankings strategy.

 

Experience Management and Practice Support

• Track and update representative litigation experience for use in pitches, rankings, and practice materials.
• Support the collection of client wins, speaking engagements, and major initiatives for internal and external reporting.
• Assist with integration of lateral partners and their clients into firm marketing efforts.

 

Strategic Initiatives and Practice Growth

• Collaborate with the Senior BD Manager to implement the litigation group’s strategic business development goals.
• Support cross-practice opportunities with other key areas, including IP, emerging companies, and regulatory groups.
• Help prepare client development briefings, target lists, and competitor research as needed.

 

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

• Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• A proactive, collaborative mindset and the ability to work independently with minimal oversight.
• Strong attention to detail and a high standard for accuracy and professionalism.
• Interest in technology, life sciences, or the litigation landscape is a plus.
• Familiarity with CRM systems (e.g., InterAction), marketing tools (e.g., Vuture or similar), and research platforms (e.g., PitchBook, Monitor Suite) is helpful.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).

 

Reporting to the Senior Business Development Manager for Litigation, the ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience with marketing and business development in a law firm or professional services environment. Practice group assignments for this role may shift depending on business priorities and team structure. Bachelor’s degree required; background in marketing, communications, English, or law preferred.

 

The anticipated range for this position is:

$84,000 - $120,000