E Discovery Attorney

Jackson Lewis P.C.; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 162,000 - 194,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Lewis P.C. is seeking an experienced eDiscovery Attorney to guide eDiscovery and information governance across a portfolio of complex litigations and investigations.

This role reports to the Director, eDiscovery Attorney and focuses on building workflows, analytics, and client training to reduce costs and speed evidence delivery. The successful candidate will have a JD, CA bar admission, 5+ years of eDiscovery experience, and hands-on work with Relativity and Everlaw, with the ability to

Qualifications

• JD required.
• CA Bar admission (CA-licensed).
• 5+ years of eDiscovery experience in complex litigations.
• Strong knowledge of eDiscovery law and technologies.
• Hands-on with Relativity and Everlaw.
• Understanding data processing in eDiscovery.
• Ability to manage multiple projects from inception to completion.
• Ability to proactively improve policies and processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage eDiscovery across complex litigations and investigations.
• Develop workflows for Relativity and analytics tools within eDiscovery platforms.
• Advise stakeholders on eDiscovery strategies compliant with policies, laws and regulations.
• Support case teams on eDiscovery-related negotiations and motions.
• Assist clients with updating internal eDiscovery workflows and processes.
• Train new and existing customers on eDiscovery topics.
• Create and refine documentation such as ESI protocols and review workflows.

Skills

5+ years eDiscovery

eDiscovery workflows

Policy liaison

Project management

eDiscovery experience

Education

JD

CA Bar admission

Tools

Relativity

Everlaw

Job description

Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable, and share our clients’ goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee.

The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”.

Job Summary (basic Description)

The ideal candidate is a skilled attorney and a natural communicator who can work closely with teams throughout the firm to guide and advise on eDiscovery and Information Governance issues. As the eDiscovery Attorney at Jackson Lewis reporting directly to the Director, eDiscovery Attorney, you will focus on the following tasks:

• Managing eDiscovery in a portfolio of complex and global litigations & investigations
• Developing workflows for eDiscovery review platforms including Relativity and proprietary vendor platforms and incorporating eDiscovery data analytics tools into those workflows including TAR, predictive coding, and Early Case Assessment. Advising legal, compliance and group investigation stakeholders on eDiscovery issues & strategies that comply with the relevant policies, laws and regulations arising in connection with litigation, internal investigations, and regulatory inquiries
• Providing support to case teams on eDiscovery-related negotiations and motion practice.
• Assisting clients with updating their internal eDiscovery workflows. Working in the framework of eDiscovery processes and current & evolving eDiscovery technologies in conjunction with other disciplines, including Information Governance, Data Protection, Data Security, IT, Compliance
• Identifying and escalating improvements to eDiscovery policies and procedures as necessary
• Serving as a subject matter expert on eDiscovery topics and helping with the on-boarding and training of new and existing customers
• Implementing custom workflows to reduce client costs and enhance speed-to-evidence for clients
• Creating and refining standard documentation, including ESI protocols, Protective Orders, review protocols, training guides and review workflows

Qualifications/Skills Required

• JD required
• Admission to the CA Bar (can be located outside of CA, but must be licensed for the state of California)
• Minimum 5+ years of experience managing eDiscovery in complex litigations and investigations
• Strong understanding of current eDiscovery law and jurisprudence, eDiscovery processes and current & evolving eDiscovery technologies
• Hands-on experience with eDiscovery platforms (e.g., Relativity, Everlaw)
• Familiarity with the procedures for data and document processing in eDiscovery.
• Demonstrated understanding of eDiscovery practices, including the relationship between eDiscovery and related disciplines (eCompliance, Records, Information Governance, IT, Data Privacy/Protection, Data Security)
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously from inception to completion and achieve goals
• Demonstrated ability to proactively identify continuous improvements in policies and processes and execute on those improvements

For Los Angeles, Silicon Valley and San Francisco, the expected salary range for this position is between $169,000 and $202,650. This position is also eligible for annual bonuses. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Jackson Lewis offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Account
• firm-paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Employee assistance program and other benefit

For Irvine, San Diego, Riverside and Sacramento, the expected salary range for this position is between $162,000 and $194,250. This position is also eligible for annual bonuses. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Jackson Lewis offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Account
• firm-paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Employee assistance program and other benefits

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law. For those applying for a position in the city of Los Angeles, the firm will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.