eDiscovery Specialist

Nixon Peabody LLP; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Nixon Peabody LLP seeks an eDiscovery Specialist in Boston, MA, responsible for providing technical support throughout the litigation process. This role includes working with attorneys and IT to manage electronic data and coordinate with vendors. The position requires strong knowledge of the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM) and skills in Relativity, as well as 2-3 years of relevant experience.

The salary range for this position is $89,000 to $132,000 annually, with other benefits offered. A hybrid work schedule is available.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in litigation/investigation processes.
• Experience with the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM) is required.
• Ability to communicate complex technical details to non-technical users.

Responsibilities

• Work with attorneys and IT to preserve and collect electronic data.
• Manage discovery databases for review and production of data.
• Conduct non-forensic collections of electronic data.

Skills

Litigation/investigation process experience

Excellent analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Relativity proficiency

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

College degree

Tools

Relativity

Job description

The eDiscovery Specialist is responsible for assisting attorneys and client teams by providing technical support throughout the litigation life cycle. This position acts as a technical liaison between attorneys and clients on electronic discovery matters. This position requires an understanding of legal practices, the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM), and Nixon Peabody’s business direction. A hybrid work schedule is available for this position.

Location

Boston, MA

Responsibilities

• Work with firm attorneys and client’s IT department to execute plans for the preservation, collection, review and production of potentially relevant electronic data.
• Establish and manage discovery databases for the review, analysis, and production of electronic data.
• Conduct non-forensic collections of electronic data.
• Coordinate third-party vendors providing services such as paper document scanning, backup tape restoration, forensic collection/analysis and collection of web-hosted data repositories.
• Provide tactical support of all legal applications.
• Conducting training/orientation to attorneys and paralegals related to the firm’s current legal applications.
• Troubleshooting database errors in Relativity.
• Ability to meet or exceed billable hour requirement.

Job Requirements

• 2-3 years of litigation/investigation process experience, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment. Experience with the Electronic Reference Model (EDRM) and Relativity required.
• College degree required. Experience in lieu of a degree will be considered.
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills with ability to communicate complex technical details to unfamiliar audiences.
• Wide-ranging proficiency in Relativity features and functionality.
• Strong familiarity and practical experience with the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM).
• Must be self‑motivated, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational skills and a demonstrated ability to communicate with personnel at all levels.
• Knowledge of transcript management, case chronology and trial support applications.
• Ability to deal with a multitude of projects and/or problems, including complex issues that require collaboration between users, NP IT support, and vendors to ensure a timely response or resolution.
• Ability to meet or exceed billable hour requirement.
• Solid understanding of firm practices and business direction.
• Must be able to maintain professionalism under pressure.

Nixon Peabody LLP is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer: Disability / Veteran. Nixon Peabody is committed to creating a fair workplace and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. To comply with Federal law, Nixon Peabody participates in E‑Verify. All newly‑hired employees are verified through this electronic system established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to confirm their identity and employment eligibility. Please refer to the Notice of E‑Verify Participation and the Right to Work posters on the Nixon Peabody Careers page for more information.

In accordance with applicable Federal and State laws, the anticipated annual salary range for this position, depending on location, is as follows: Boston, MA: $89,000-$132,000. In addition to a standard benefits package, this role may be eligible for additional contingent compensation based on an array of factors, including but not limited to: work performance, geographic location, work experience, education, and qualifications. Because such contingent compensation is not yet calculable or may be zero ($0) in some circumstances, the above‑listed salary range(s) are Nixon Peabody’s good faith estimate of the annual salary(ies) it reasonably expects to pay for the position at the time of this posting.