Senior Legal Tech Analyst: eDiscovery & Data Analytics

Kirkland & Ellis; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirkland & Ellis seeks a Legal Practice Technology Senior Analyst to support case teams through hands-on data management, databases, and advanced eDiscovery tools in a fast-paced environment. You’ll work with Relativity, Brainspace, and analytics to enhance deduplication, email threading, and predictive modeling, enabling precise discovery workflows.

As part of a collaborative team, you’ll ensure secure data handling across all discovery phases, participate in process improvements, and have

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred; an associate degree combined with relevant experience will be considered.
• Experience: Minimum of 6 years (preferred) in legal technology or eDiscovery support, ideally within an Am Law 100 firm or equivalent service provider.
• Technical: At least 3 years of hands-on experience with leading eDiscovery platforms (e.g., Relativity, Reveal), including database setup, search design, and workflow configuration.
• Production & Processing: Strong knowledge of eDiscovery processing tools (Relativity, Nuix, LAW) and experience creating complex document productions.
• Analytics: 1+ year using analytics tools (Relativity Analytics, Brainspace, NexLP) for ML-based review and quality control.
• Programming: Working knowledge of SQL, Python, and scripting languages to convert and analyze data.
• Communication & Problem-Solving: Ability to convey technical concepts clearly and meet stakeholder needs under tight timelines.
• Project Management: Ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and professionalism.
• Certifications: RCA required; Brainspace Analyst Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Data & Database Management: Process, convert, and manage ESI per case requirements.
• Technical Execution: Create, configure, and administer Relativity workspaces, Brainspace environments, and other eDiscovery apps.
• Quality & Compliance: QC data processing and production deliverables for accuracy and compliance.
• Production Support: Generate load files, metadata, native/text files; ensure OCR and redaction quality.
• Troubleshooting & Support: Resolve data loading and application issues for case teams.
• Analytics & Reporting: Use Relativity Analytics and Brainspace to support deduplication, email threading, etc.
• Collaboration & Communication: Coordinate with PMs, Operations, and teams to meet deadlines.
• Process Improvement: Contribute to docs, training materials, and efficiency initiatives.
• Training & Knowledge Sharing: Deliver trainings and brief leadership as requested.

Skills

Data & Database Management

Relativity

Brainspace

Analytics

SQL

Python

Communication

Project Management

Problem-Solving

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Relativity

Brainspace

Nuix

LAW

Relativity Analytics

NexLP

Job description

Kirkland & Ellis seeks a Legal Practice Technology Senior Analyst to support case teams through hands-on data management, databases, and advanced eDiscovery tools in a fast-paced environment. You’ll work with Relativity, Brainspace, and analytics to enhance deduplication, email threading, and predictive modeling, enabling precise discovery workflows.

As part of a collaborative team, you’ll ensure secure data handling across all discovery phases, participate in process improvements, and have