Litigation Support Analyst

Harris Beach Murtha; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 39,743 - 52,996; Full time

Job summary

Harris Beach Murtha is searching for a Litigation Support Analyst based in Buffalo offering a hybrid or remote opportunity. This role involves coordinating and executing data collections, maintaining data integrity, and supporting document review teams in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have 2-5+ years in litigation support or eDiscovery, strong analytical and communication skills, and familiarity with SQL, LAW, and Relativity. A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• 2-5+ years of experience in litigation support or eDiscovery.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Experience with SQL, LAW, and Relativity preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute data collections from various sources.
• Implement and maintain defensible preservation practices.
• Ensure data integrity and proper handling of metadata.
• Process client data using industry-standard tools.
• Support document review teams and manage data organization.

Skills

Litigation support

eDiscovery

SQL

LAW

Relativity

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Legal Studies, or related field

Job description

Location

Open to the following Harris Beach Murtha offices (Albany, Buffalo, Ithaca, Rochester, and Syracuse, NY; Boston, MA; Bantam, Hartford, New Haven, and Stamford, CT) for a hybrid or remote opportunity.

Role

Harris Beach Murtha is looking for a Litigation Support Analyst to work closely with attorneys, IT, and external vendors to ensure defensible handling of client data and efficient execution of litigation support workflows.

You will thrive in this role if you have:

• 2-5+ years of experience in litigation support, eDiscovery, or related experience (required)
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Information Technology, Legal Studies, or related field (preferred)
• Experience with SQL, LAW, and Relativity (preferred)
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to multi‑task
• Excellent communication and client service skills

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute data collections from various sources, including email, network shares, cloud repositories, and local devices
• Implement and maintain defensible preservation practices, including tracking custodians, data sources, and chain of custody
• Ensure data integrity and proper handling of metadata throughout the collection process
• Process client data using industry‑standard tools, preparing data for ingestion into Relativity or LAW PreDiscovery
• Load, manage, and maintain workspaces within Relativity, including folder structures, fields, layouts, and permissions
• Troubleshoot processing errors and manage exception handling during ingestion workflows
• Support document review teams by creating batches, running searches, and managing data organization
• Assist with analytics workflows, including keyword searching, filtering, and deduplication as applicable
• Provide technical support to attorneys and review teams during active review cycles
• Prepare document productions, including native and image formats, load files, and metadata deliverables
• Communicate with internal stakeholders and external clients regarding project status, requirements, and timelines
• Assist with onboarding new matters, including workspace setup and data intake
• Collaborate with IT, Records, and vendors to ensure seamless workflow execution
• Ensure proper and timely billing entries of Litigation Support activities

Candidate Profile

• Exhibit the ability to effectively multi‑task, meet deadlines, and provide solutions in a fast‑paced office setting
• Demonstrate strong client service and active listening skills
• Believe in the firm’s core values: collaboration, inclusion, ingenuity, respect, integrity, and commitment
• Enjoy working with diverse personalities within various levels of the firm
• Comfortable working in the office on a hybrid schedule or fully remote
• Have the flexibility to work varying hours each week (including some nights)

Salary

Albany, Buffalo, Ithaca, Rochester and Syracuse, NY: $28.85 - $38.47/hour

EEO Statement

Harris Beach Murtha is committed to an inclusive environment and welcomes applications from diverse candidates with varied background and skills, including military experience. Harris Beach Murtha Cullina PLLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.