Litigation & Practice Support Project Management Specialist

Sidley Austin LLP; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

Benefits program

Job summary

Sidley Austin LLP is seeking an entry-levelLitigation & Practice Support Project Management Specialist to assist the LSPS Project Management team with large-scale legal technology services. The role involves e-discovery support, data collection and processing, and contributing to project workflows.

You will learn and apply project management strategies, work under supervision, and participate in after-hours on-call rotations. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement in the United States.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the LSPS Project Management team in delivering legal technology services.
• Provide e-discovery support, including data collection, processing and culling, digital document productions, and application support/training.
• Become proficient in project management workflows for Relativity, Nuix, LAW, and related tools.
• Provide end-user support for standard litigation technology applications.
• Review work and provide feedback to department management.
• Provide after-hours and on-call support as needed.
• Participate in on-call rotation and alternate hours.
• Assist with service delivery using internal and external resources.
• Maintain business awareness aligned with department goals.
• Keep abreast of current technologies and best practices in e-discovery.

Skills

Project management

Prioritization

Documentation

Interpersonal communication

Analytical thinking

Discretion

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Relativity

Nuix

LAW

Job description

The Litigation & Practice Support Project Management Specialist will assist with large scale projects related to the Firm's legal technology solutions by providing consultative support and applying project management strategies to manage matters efficiently and effectively. This is an entry level position that will work at the direction of the Litigation and Practice Support (LSPS) Project Management Team.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist the LSPS Project Management team meet case or project objectives through delivery of legal technology services
• At the direction of the LSPS Project Managers, provide e-discovery support, including, but not limited to, data collection, data processing and culling, digital document productions, and application support and training
• Become proficient in project management workflows for standard litigation technology applications such as Relativity Processing and Review, Nuix, LAW, etc.
• Become proficient in basic end-user support for standard litigation technology applications such as Relativity Processing and Review, Nuix, LAW, etc.
• Become proficient in all department workflows and best practices and apply the same to the delivery of client services
• Review work completed by members of the department and where applicable, provide feedback and recommendations to department management
• Provide after-hours support for case teams and/or clients, and work overtime as necessary
• Participate in the department on-call rotation, including working alternative hours during on-call period
• Assist with the delivery of service using both internal and external resources
• Exhibit overall business awareness as it relates to the goals and objectives of the department
• Keep abreast of current technologies, strategies and solutions relating to e-discovery and legal technology
• Performs other tasks as directed by partners, senior counsel, associates, of counsel, or Senior Firm Management

Education and/or Experience:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Problem solving and decision-making skills
• Strong documentation skills

Other Skills and Abilities:

The following will also be required of the successful candidate:

• Strong organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good judgment
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
• Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
• Able to work under pressure
• Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities

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Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or in the future

The target salary range for this role is:

$60,000 - $65,000 if located in Illinois.

Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities above satisfactorily and meet the requirements. The requirements listed above are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email [e-mail] (current employees should contact Human Resources).

Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.