Counsel

Hedra Consulting; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

A leading legal consulting firm is hiring a Counsel to provide legal direction in eDiscovery and information governance. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in litigation and legal consulting. Responsibilities include developing compliance strategies and managing discovery processes for a diverse range of clients. The role offers competitive compensation and benefits, supporting a high-energy and collaborative work environment. Opportunities to work remotely are also available.

Qualifications

• At least ten years of experience with drafting briefs and litigation processes.
• Knowledge of legal principles on eDiscovery and data privacy.
• Experience in managing discovery processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel for eDiscovery and information governance.
• Develop discovery plans and assist clients in compliance.
• Advise clients on litigation and eDiscovery issues.

Skills

Excellent judgment

Client management

Strong technical skills

Excellent written and oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Education

Admission to the bar in California, Illinois, Minnesota, Texas, Virginia, Washington, DC

Job description

Counsel

Full Time

Any U.S. Location, CHANTILLY, VA, US

Salary Range:$180,000.00 To 250,000.00 Annually

Our Client is one of the largest legal practices focused exclusively on addressing the legal challenges that arise at the intersection of the law and technology, including eDiscovery, information governance, data privacy, and data security. We provide clients with practical, innovative, and cost-effective solutions and serve Global and Fortune 500 companies across a diverse array of industries. We also work collaboratively with Am Law 100 law firms in roles ranging from co-counsel to consulting and testifying expert witnesses and have appeared in state and federal courts throughout the United States.

Our Client is seeking talented Counsel in all our offices and/or to work remotely. We are adding qualified and talented Counsel to meet the increasing demands of our clients. The work will be for regional, national, and global clients providing practical, innovative, and cost-effective solutions in the eDiscovery, information governance, and data privacy service markets.

Candidates should have at least ten (10) years of experience in Litigation, eDiscovery and information governance within a law firm, consulting advisory firm, or corporate management function. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience advising clients on a range of Litigation and eDiscovery issues, developing discovery plans, complying with best practices, implementing and leveraging discovery analytics and technology, managing the discovery process, and defending and resolving issues that arise during the course of discovery.

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least ten (10) years of experience with drafting briefs, motions, and pleadings, taking and defending depositions, arguing motions, witness interviews, drafting discovery requests, and related litigation experience.
• Knowledge of legal principles specifically on eDiscovery, information governance, and data privacy and be up to date with the existing and emerging law, legislation, and practice
• Admission to the bar in a least one of the following jurisdictions: California, Illinois, Minnesota, Texas, Virginia, Washington, DC

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

• Excellent judgment and be able to exercise it under pressure.
• Ability to impress and handle a range of clients.
• Demonstrated ability and thought leadership in one or more practice areas of value to the Firm.
• Strong technical, client management, project plan design, facilitation, and project leadership skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with all levels of Firm team members, clients, and business partners.
• Outstanding analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to function in a high-energy, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to maintain an atmosphere where team spirit thrives on cooperation, trust, and empowerment. .

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $180,000.00 - $250,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• VA, US: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person