Senior e-Discovery Attorney

Job Overview:
An established law firm is seeking a highly experienced Senior eDiscovery Attorney to lead and manage complex eDiscovery matters across high-stakes litigation, antitrust cases, and regulatory investigations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing discovery strategy and execution, guiding internal teams, and negotiating discovery terms with opposing counsel and government agencies. This role offers a leadership opportunity within a technology-forward litigation team and allows for hybrid or remote work in approved jurisdictions.

Location:

• New York City, NY

Duties:

• Develop and execute comprehensive eDiscovery strategies for litigation and regulatory matters

• Coordinate document collection, review, and production workflows

• Liaise between case teams, clients, and eDiscovery vendors

• Create and manage privilege logs and quality control processes

• Draft and negotiate TAR, ESI, confidentiality, and search protocols with opposing parties

• Lead custodian interviews and determine collection scope and processes

• Participate in and lead meet-and-confer sessions with government agencies or adversaries

• Prepare discovery budgets and oversee vendor engagement and cost management

• Draft and revise responses to subpoenas and RFPs

• Research discovery-related case law across jurisdictions to support motion practice

• Advise attorneys on eDiscovery law, technology, best practices, and cross-border data considerations

• Lead internal training and stay current on trends in discovery, technology, and privacy

• Work on special projects as needed by the litigation and firm leadership teams

Requirements:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience managing eDiscovery in complex litigation

• Demonstrated leadership in large-scale discovery projects, including antitrust and Second Request matters

• Experience negotiating with regulatory agencies and opposing counsel on discovery strategy

• Proven ability to handle multiple concurrent projects with minimal oversight

• Familiarity with litigation protocols across state and federal courts

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice in the state of office location or eligible for admission

Skills:

• Deep understanding of the eDiscovery lifecycle, including analytics, TAR, and Relativity

• Knowledge of privilege and work product doctrines

• Strong written and verbal communication, including drafting court and client-facing materials

• Strategic thinker with high-level problem-solving and project management skills

• Ability to educate, lead, and mentor attorneys in discovery-related issues

• Technologically proficient and adaptable to evolving platforms and legal tech

Benefits:

• Annual discretionary bonus and merit-based raises

• Paid time off, holidays, personal days, and sick leave

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options

• Firm-paid short- and long-term disability, life, and accident insurance

• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan and Cash Balance Retirement Plan with employer contributions

• Health savings and flexible spending accounts (plan dependent)

• Firm-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Student loan refinancing program

• Gym and wellness reimbursement program

• Hybrid work environment (minimum three in-office days per week where applicable)

The founding partner fled big firm life to start a new boutique law firm, with an emphasis on litigation. Although very small, the work here is described as top of the line, and the firm has already played its part in some major antitrust disputes. The work here will be as good as the big guys', but you will be guaranteed more responsbility on a file and the hours that such responsibility entails.