eDiscovery Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in New York City, NY, is seeking an eDiscovery Attorney with 5-10 years of experience to manage electronic discovery processes and provide legal expertise to clients. The role involves serving as a point of contact, developing project plans, implementing workflows, managing review teams, and ensuring compliance with legal standards.

Duties:

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the eDiscovery process.
• Develop and execute project plans for each Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM) stage.
• Collaborate with clients and technology providers to leverage AI technology in the e-discovery platform.
• Implement custom workflows to reduce client costs and enhance speed-to-evidence.
• Create, refine, and maintain standard documentation, including ESI protocols, Protective Orders, review protocols, training guides, and review workflows.
• Manage review teams, providing necessary feedback and guidance to deliver industry-leading speed and accuracy.
• Guide team leads and train them to foster a collaborative team environment focused on problem-solving for clients and review teams.

Requirements:

• 5-10 years of relevant experience in eDiscovery.
• Active license in good standing with a State Bar.
• Ability to protect confidential Firm and client information.
• Proficiency in all phases of the EDRM, including identification, preservation, collection, review, and production.
• Experience conducting interviews with IT and developing/implementing preservation strategies.
• Proficiency in negotiating ESI protocols and conducting custodial interviews.
• Skill in drafting and testing keyword searches.
• Document review management experience at a law firm, in-house legal department, or consulting firm.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple fast-moving projects simultaneously.
• Adaptability to support global client engagements across various time zones.
• Analytical problem-solving skills to provide effective solutions to clients.

Education & Certifications:

• A bachelor's degree (BS or BA) is required.
• Juris Doctorate (JD) degree required.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of eDiscovery processes and technologies.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Advanced proficiency in project management and team leadership.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and eDiscovery software.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

This firm's attorneys in San Francisco, Silicon Valley, and worldwide strive to consistently meet client needs and form the sort of long-term relationships that have exemplified the firm's 125-year history. The firm's extensive attorney training and support enables them to collaborate on complex legal matters for corporate clients of all kinds.