Project Attorney, eDiscovery

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Time Off program

Full range of health benefits

Annual discretionary merit bonus

Industry-leading parental leave benefits

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking a Project Attorney specializing in eDiscovery. This remote role requires managing projects from start to finish, employing advanced analytics and technology tools. Candidates should have a Juris Doctor, bar admission, and substantial experience in eDiscovery. Strong supervisory skills and the ability to lead multiple projects are essential. The position offers a competitive salary range and comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• A Juris Doctor and successful bar passage is required.
• Some practice experience preferred.
• Significant eDiscovery experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead project intake, staffing, workflow planning, and documentation.
• Collaborate with firm Partners, clients, and vendors.
• Supervise and mentor team members.

Skills

Strong supervisory skills

Excellent communication skills

Planning and organization

Problem-solving ability

Proficiency in office software

Education

Juris Doctor

Tools

Litigation support software

Document review software

Job description

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Job Highlights

This role combines legal expertise with cutting‑edge technology, allowing you to work remotely from anywhere in the US.

Compensation

Base Pay Range: $90,000.00/yr – $135,000.00/yr. The range is provided by Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP; your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience.

About Orrick Analytics

Orrick Analytics is a multidisciplinary team of lawyers, technologists, statisticians, and process experts. We use advanced technology—including machine learning, Gen AI, and data analytics—to deliver efficient, accurate, and insightful solutions for litigation and transactional matters.

Your Impact

As a Project Attorney, you will play a key role in managing eDiscovery and contract review projects from start to finish: you will

• Lead project intake, staffing, workflow planning, technology selection, budgeting, execution, and documentation.
• Collaborate directly with firm Partners, clients, and vendors to deliver outstanding results.
• Apply advanced analytics, Gen AI, TAR, and other AI tools to enhance speed, accuracy, and insight.
• Innovate and contribute ideas to continuously improve our service delivery model.
• Supervise and mentor team members, fostering a collaborative and high‑performing environment.
• Communicate project status, risks, and opportunities to stakeholders with clarity and professionalism.

Qualifications

• A Juris Doctor and successful bar passage and admission to practice in good standing in a U.S. jurisdiction is required.
• Some practice experience preferred.
• Significant eDiscovery experience, preferably including using tech tools, e.g., TAR.
• A successful Project Attorney will possess strong supervisory and team‑building skills.
• Two to six years of experience in project lead or supervisory roles, preferably of both small and large teams.
• Excellent communication and interactive skills at all levels and a demonstrated ability to work with a wide variety of personality types.
• Planning and organization skills are important, including the ability to meet deadlines and lead multiple projects concurrently.
• Problem‑solving ability and a can‑do approach to decision‑making are crucial.
• Proficiency in spreadsheet and other office software, as well as litigation support and document review software.

Why Orrick

At our core, we value collegiality among our lawyers and strive to make our practices both professionally and personally rewarding. We'll help you connect with peers and mentors to ensure you are integrated into our client teams. Our top‑notch training and mentoring programs, retreats and academies, and shadowing opportunities are what set us apart. If you are passionate about innovative work in a dynamic environment, you're just who we've been looking for.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is between $90,000.00 and $135,000.00. Orrick provides a comprehensive, competitive, and thoughtful total compensation package to our attorneys and staff, wherever they work. This may include an annual discretionary merit bonus, determined by firm and individual performance.

Benefits include a full range of elective health benefits (medical, dental, vision, and life), robust mental well‑being programs, child, family, elder, and pet care benefits, short‑ and long‑term disability, and industry‑leading parental leave benefits. Health savings account contributions (w/applicable medical plan), flexible spending accounts, and a 401(k) program are provided. This role will receive compensated time off through our Flexible Time Off program and paid holidays.

Orrick accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis, until filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration for employment. For attorney positions, a 'qualified applicant' is an individual who is a member of the State Bar of California, admitted in good standing, and is eligible to practice; or whose admission to the State Bar of California and eligibility to practice remains subject only to successful completion of the California Bar Examination.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for the position in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.