eDiscovery Support Coordinator

Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent law firm is seeking an eDiscovery Support Coordinator for its Chicago office. The role involves coordinating eDiscovery workflows, managing document processing, and utilizing technical applications to support the Taft Discovery Group. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented with strong technical skills and a background in project management, ready to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three to five years in project management or litigation support.
• Proficient in Relativity and EDRM principles.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage eDiscovery workflows and document processing.
• Oversee document production queues for timely completion.
• Maintain documentation for Taft Discovery requests and quality control.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Relativity

Microsoft Office

Job description

Taft iscurrently seeking an eDiscovery Support Coordinator to join our team in Taft's Chicago, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Dayton, Denver, Detroit, Indianapolis or Minneapolis office.

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented eDiscovery Coordinator to join our eDiscovery team. This role will provide support to our firm-wide Taft Discovery Group using Relativity and other Taft applications and systems. This position is responsible for coordinating eDiscovery workflows, document processing and imaging projects, assigning incoming matters to the appropriate team members, and coordinating the status and transfer of Taft Discovery data. The ideal candidate will have excellent attention to detail, and strong technical skills.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and manage workflows related to eDiscovery requests.


• Assign incoming matters to team members based on workload and expertise.


• Oversee document processing, imaging, and production queues to ensure timely completion.


• Maintain tracking systems and documentation for Taft Discovery requests.


• Assist with data management, including evidence intake and tracking of electronically stored information (ESI).


• Ensure quality control and compliance with industry standards and firm policies.


• Troubleshoot technical issues related to Taft Discovery tools and platforms.


• Stay up to date on emerging technologies and best practices in eDiscovery and legal technology.

Education, Skills and Experience Required:

• Demonstrated experience managing multiple, concurrent assignments under tight deadlines.


• Demonstrated experience and skilled at proactively anticipating client needs.


• Strong teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills.


• Proficient in the use of Relativity, version Server 2021 or above is required.


• Proficient in the application of the standards of the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM).


• Proficient in the application of the principles of the Association of Certified E-Discovery Specialists (ACEDS).


• Analytical thinking, judgment, and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment and work under a high level of mental effort to perform the essential functions of the position.


• Willingness to work non-standard shifts, including mornings, evenings, and occasional weekends in order to meet deadlines as needed.


• Demonstrates effectiveness, credibility, and strong teamwork while maintaining attention to detail.


• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office programs is required.


• Ability to communicate effectively with attorneys, staff and others on the telephone, in person, and in writing.


• High school diploma or equivalent.


• A minimum of three to five years serving in a project management, litigation support, or related role, demonstrating effective delegation of litigation support tasks to other members of a team, using Relativity in a law firm or e-discovery service provider environment.


• Knowledge of the entire EDRM from collections through production.

Candidates interested in Chicago should apply here.

Candidates interested in Cincinnati should apply here.

Candidates interested in the Cleveland office should apply here.

Candidates interested in Columbus should apply here.

Candidates interested in Dayton should apply here.

Candidates interested in Denver should apply here.

Candidates interested in Detroit (Southfield) should apply here.

Candidates interested in Indianapolis should apply here.

Candidates interested in Minneapolis should apply here.

Taft is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The information in this posting presents general duties, tasks, and responsibilities but is not intended to be an exhaustive listing. Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP participates in E-VERIFY.