EDiscovery Review Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an EDiscovery Review Attorney in San Diego, CA. This role involves supporting the discovery of electronically stored information in litigation. The attorney will manage document review workflows and teams of temporary contract attorneys, providing project management support to case teams.

Duties

• Plan, conduct, and supervise strategic document review and production.
• Provide guidance on document review process management.
• Advise on best practices for ESI search and review.
• Coordinate hiring and administration of temporary review attorneys.
• Manage teams of temporary review attorneys.
• Perform substantive document review in Relativity and other platforms.
• Review and code documents for relevance and privilege.
• Perform privilege review and redactions.
• Assist with keyword development and document sampling.
• Stay current on E-Discovery law and procedures.
• Ensure firm policies are followed to manage risk and costs.
• Travel to other offices and client sites as necessary.
• Bill time on an hourly basis and ensure accurate time entry.

Requirements

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and firm applications.
• Ability to work extended hours and travel as required.
• JD Degree.
• 2+ years managing complex litigation document reviews.
• Active member in good standing of state bar.
• Experience with relational document review databases like Relativity.

Education

• JD Degree

Certifications

• Active state bar membership

Skills

• Excellent communication and writing abilities.
• Strong analytical and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Creative problem-solving and process improvement skills.
• Strong initiative and leadership skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• Life insurance and long-term care coverage.
• Backup care for children and adults.
• 21 days of Paid Time Off and 10 paid holidays annually.
• Generous parental leave and fertility benefits.

Creative lawyering in a laid back environment is big draw for associates at this Amlaw firm. This California-based firm is highly regarded as one of the most innovative firms in the market. The firm is best known for its technology work and life sciences clients, and is generally recognized as the top legal provider for emerging companies. The California culture of the firm fosters a collaborative and social workplace, while the sophisticated training and meaningful attorney mentorship help develop associates into world class lawyers.