eDiscovery & Litigation Paralegal for Animal Welfare

PETA Foundation; United States; On-site; USD 43,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

PETA Foundation is seeking an experienced eDiscovery Paralegal in the United States to refine and implement best practices for data workflow, support in-house and outside counsel, and oversee legal holds, evidence collection, and data processing across all client divisions.

You will stay current with eDiscovery technologies, advise attorneys on identification, preservation, collection, analysis, processing, review, and production, and collaborate with IT to ensure compliance with FRCP and local

Qualifications

• Substantive experience in eDiscovery or litigation support with either 3 years as a certified paralegal or a bachelor’s degree plus at least 2 years of paralegal experience in litigation.
• Understanding of data processing tools and eDiscovery challenges in a global organization
• Proven experience with document review platforms
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize work
• Self-motivation and the ability to work independently and in a team
• Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality at all times
• Commitment to the objectives of the organization

Responsibilities

• Refine and implement best practices related to eDiscovery and data workflow
• Provide paralegal support to in-house attorneys on litigation matters supporting animal protection goals
• Serve as SME and central contact for eDiscovery, overseeing holds, evidence collection, and data processing
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of eDiscovery practices and technologies
• Advise attorneys on identification, preservation, collection, analysis, processing, review, and production of data
• Collaborate with litigators and IT to ensure compliance with FRCP and local rules
• Act as liaison between litigators, IT, and outside counsel to ensure smooth eDiscovery workflow
• Stay current with developments in eDiscovery and technology
• Recommend process improvements for high-quality, timely, cost-effective eDiscovery
• Assist legal team in all aspects of the eDiscovery process
• Under supervision assist with correspondence, pleadings, notices, calendar requests, subpoenas, and discovery responses
• Conduct legal research under supervision
• Cite-check briefs and assist in preparing exhibits and tables of authorities
• Assist with meetings, hearings, mediations, and trials preparation
• Organize and maintain case files and docket deadlines
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

Skills

eDiscovery experience

Paralegal experience

Research and analysis

Written and verbal communication

Organization and attention to detail

Multitasking

Confidentiality

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree or paralegal certification

Paralegal certification

Tools

Document review platforms

Job description

PETA Foundation is seeking an experienced eDiscovery Paralegal in the United States to refine and implement best practices for data workflow, support in-house and outside counsel, and oversee legal holds, evidence collection, and data processing across all client divisions.

You will stay current with eDiscovery technologies, advise attorneys on identification, preservation, collection, analysis, processing, review, and production, and collaborate with IT to ensure compliance with FRCP and local