Staff Counsel, eDiscovery Services

Norton Rose Fulbright; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Staff Counsel for eDiscovery Services to lead document review teams in a dynamic remote environment. This pivotal role involves coordinating communication between lawyers and review teams, ensuring quality control, and managing discovery tasks. With a commitment to innovation and teamwork, the firm fosters a collaborative culture that empowers its employees. Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and 401(k) plans, enhance the appeal of this full-time position. If you have a Juris Doctor and a passion for legal excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

HSA and FSA Benefits

Profit-Sharing Plans

Fertility Benefits

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited institution required.
• Preferred: minimum 3 years of document review experience.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze documents for responsiveness and privilege.
• Conduct quality control reviews of document coding and redactions.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Attention to Detail

Effective Communication

Document Review Experience

Education

Juris Doctor

Tools

Document Review Platforms

Job description

Job Description

We are a global law firm with a strategic focus and momentum. Our industry-driven approach allows us to take on pioneering work worldwide. Our culture is defined by shared values, collegiality, teamwork, and innovation. We work seamlessly across practices, offices, and borders, fostering a collaborative environment that values both culture and client service.

The Staff Counsel, eDiscovery Services, provides review services in dispute and corporate due diligence matters under the supervision of NRF lawyers. This role serves as a Team Lead, coordinating communication between lawyers and review teams, performing quality control, and handling discovery tasks such as document summaries, issue analysis, chronologies, and privilege logs.

This is a full-time remote position, with flexibility to attend meetings or training at any US office location. The Staff Counsel reports to the Senior Manager, Document Review Services in Houston.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Review, analyze, and code documents for responsiveness, relevancy, confidentiality, issues, and privilege.
• Participate in training sessions and team meetings.
• Conduct quality control reviews of document coding and redactions.
• Coordinate, monitor, and review work by first-level reviewers.
• Identify, escalate, and track questions and issues to lawyers and support staff.
• Prepare and edit privilege logs for production.
• Review contracts and agreements based on specified criteria.

Other duties

This job description is not exhaustive; duties may change as needed.

Qualifications and Experience

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited institution.
• Licensed and in good standing to practice in Texas or Missouri.
• Preferred: minimum 3 years of document review experience.
• Strong knowledge of document review platforms.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to meet deadlines efficiently.
• Understanding of attorney-client and work product privileges.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to support after-hours, overtime, and weekend work as needed.

Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, and pre-tax benefits like HSA and FSA. Employees can participate in 401(k) and profit-sharing plans. We also provide fertility benefits, paid time off, parental leave, and holidays.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. For assistance, contact [e-mail].

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