E-Discovery Specialist

Allensworth | Texas Construction Lawyers; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental benefits

401(k)

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Parking stipend

Gym access

Downtown Austin office

Job summary

Allensworth, a downtown Austin construction law firm, seeks a full-time E-Discovery Specialist to manage the full lifecycle of electronic discovery in a busy practice.

You will administer Relativity, Everlaw, and similar platforms, develop cost-effective strategies with attorneys and outside vendors, and prepare productions with Bates labels and redactions. The role emphasizes organization and deadlines, plus staying current on AI-assisted tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; paralegal certificate or litigation support preferred.
• 3+ years of eDiscovery or litigation support experience.
• Hands-on experience with at least one major eDiscovery platform; Relativity certification a plus.
• Strong knowledge of the EDRM and discovery rules under state and federal civil procedure.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills with ability to manage multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage full lifecycle of electronic discovery (identification, collection, preservation, processing, review, production).
• Administer and support eDiscovery platforms (Relativity, Everlaw, Reveal) including workflows.
• Develop defensible, cost-effective discovery strategies with attorneys and vendors.
• Prepare productions with load files, Bates labeling, redactions, and privilege logs.
• Coordinate with vendors on collections, hosting, budgets, and timelines.
• Maintain case trackers, chronologies, and discovery metrics/status reports.
• Advise attorneys on legal holds and data preservation.
• Stay current on eDiscovery tech and AI-assisted review tools.
• Perform overflow work as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Paralegal certificate

Tools

Relativity

Everlaw

Reveal

Job description

Allensworth, a busy and growing commercial construction law firm, seeks a full-time E-Discovery Specialist in its downtown Austin office.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of electronic discovery, including identification, collection, preservation, processing, review, and production of ESI
• Administer and support eDiscovery review platforms (e.g., Relativity, Everlaw, Reveal), including workspace setup, search term development, and workflow management
• Develop and execute practical, defensible, and cost-effective discovery strategies in coordination with attorneys and outside vendors
• Prepare and manage productions, including load files, Bates labeling, redactions, and privilege logs
• Evaluate and coordinate with eDiscovery vendors on collections, hosting, budgets, and timelines
• Maintain case trackers, chronologies, and discovery metrics/status reports for case teams
• Advise attorneys and paralegals on best practices for legal holds, data preservation, and discovery obligations
• Stay current on eDiscovery technology and workflows, including emerging AI-assisted review tools
• Perform overflow work on an as-needed basis

Requirements

• B.A. required; paralegal certificate or relevant litigation support experience preferred
• 3+ years of eDiscovery or litigation support experience required
• Hands-on experience with at least one major eDiscovery platform (Relativity, Everlaw, Reveal, or similar) required; Relativity certification a plus
• Strong working knowledge of the EDRM and discovery rules under state and federal civil procedure
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and case teams
• Certified E-Discovery Specialist (CEDS) or similar certification a plus, not required
• This job may include lifting items up to 50 pounds

Competitive salary, health, dental, 401K, paid vacation/sick leave, parking stipend, downtown Austin office space with Class A amenities, including gym access.

About the Firm

Allensworth is a unique place to work. We designed it that way. Our firm combines excellence in construction law with a serious, ongoing commitment to collegiality, teamwork, and authenticity. We hire real people who love what they do and who enjoy being part of a close-knit, positive team that's dedicated to serving our clients.

Allensworth focuses exclusively on the practice of construction law. For 30 years, we've handled complex construction matters throughout all phases of a construction project, from the first notice of a claim to the last appeal, for clients in virtually every sector of the commercial construction industry. Our 360-degree view of the industry and singular focus on construction law allows us to provide clients with comprehensive insight, education, and strategies to minimize risk, accomplish business objectives, and resolve disputes.

For more information on what it's like to work with us, visit allensworthlaw.com/careers.