Senior Discovery Attorney

Job Overview
A prominent law firm is seeking an experienced Senior Discovery Attorney with 5 to 7 years of experience to join its team. This role will involve advising and supporting case teams and clients through all phases of the eDiscovery process, from preservation to production, as well as providing support on pre-litigation information governance, deposition/witness preparation, and trial readiness. The Senior Discovery Attorney will collaborate closely with legal and technical teams to develop and manage case-specific workflows and protocols for eDiscovery, with a focus on risk mitigation, cost control, and defensibility. The successful candidate will also oversee and ensure the quality of work and deliverables from other Discovery Attorneys, Project Attorneys, technologists, and service providers.

Location

• Irvine, CA

Duties

• Advise case teams and clients on the full spectrum of the eDiscovery process, including preservation, collection, processing, review, and production.
• Support pre-litigation information governance, post-production deposition/witness preparation, and trial support.
• Collaborate with attorneys, technologists, and clients to create and implement efficient, case-specific eDiscovery workflows and protocols.
• Ensure risk mitigation, cost control, and defensibility throughout the discovery process.
• Oversee junior Discovery Attorneys, Project Attorneys, technologists, and service providers to maintain quality, consistency, and efficiency in deliverables.
• Manage complex data and documents to identify information critical to achieving successful case outcomes.

Requirements

• 5 to 7 years of experience in eDiscovery and litigation support.
• Licensed and in good standing in the state where the position is based.
• Strong knowledge of eDiscovery laws, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Ability to manage eDiscovery workflows and advise on strategy to case teams and clients.
• Proven ability to oversee junior attorneys and service providers in the discovery process.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Preferred: eDiscovery-related certifications such as Relativity Certified Pro or Certified E-Discovery Specialist.

Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex legal and technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, and other corporate messaging and collaboration tools.
• Expertise in Relativity is strongly preferred.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high-quality work.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package (details available upon request).
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.

If you are looking for a growing smaller firm where you can actually have a long-term future, we have a good suggestion. Business is very brisk in litigation at this prestigious, mid-sized law firm. They are now looking for awesome attorneys who love a challenge and aren't afraid to take the initiative. Young attorneys can participate in several areas of practice rather than a specific practice group. Aside from its strong litigation practice, the firm is also known for its real estate work. Clients number high among major corporations and national and international insurance companies. Other branches are in several other major cities.